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Report: Premature Tire Wear Due to Cracked Lower Control Arm Bushings

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Model Years Affected: 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004

Irregular and premature tire wear can be caused by the lower control arm bushings cracking, resulting excessive movement at the control arm pivot point. Ball joints can also wear out prematurely, causing similar tire wear symptoms. I some cases it may be necessary to replace the lower control arm, including bushings & ball joint to correct this concern.

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Visitor, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK230, 115,000 mi

Front tires showing premature wear on inside and outside treads. Told I need front axle lower ball
joints on both front sides and center steering link with tie rods. Total cost with new tires-$2100.

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Visitor, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK230, 115,000 mi

Front tires showing premature wear on inside and outside treads. Told I need front axle lower ball
joints on both front sides and center steering link with tie rods. Total cost with new tires-$2100.

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Report: Premature Tire Wear Due to Cracked Lower Control Arm Bushings

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