Mercedes-Benz CLS550 Drag Link Replacement Costs

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How much does a Drag Link Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Mercedes-Benz CLS550 Drag Link Replacement is $439 with $344 for parts and $95 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

Car	Service	Estimate	Shop/Dealer Price
2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS550V8-5.5L	Service typeDrag Link Replacement	Estimate$803.45	Shop/Dealer Price$993.07 - $1522.54
2014 Mercedes-Benz CLS550V8-4.7L Turbo	Service typeDrag Link Replacement	Estimate$783.45	Shop/Dealer Price$965.58 - $1489.44
2015 Mercedes-Benz CLS550V8-4.7L Turbo	Service typeDrag Link Replacement	Estimate$783.45	Shop/Dealer Price$965.58 - $1489.44
2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS550V8-5.5L	Service typeDrag Link Replacement	Estimate$783.45	Shop/Dealer Price$973.06 - $1502.52
2016 Mercedes-Benz CLS550V8-4.7L Turbo	Service typeDrag Link Replacement	Estimate$783.45	Shop/Dealer Price$965.60 - $1489.47
2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS550V8-4.7L Turbo	Service typeDrag Link Replacement	Estimate$783.45	Shop/Dealer Price$965.58 - $1489.44
2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS550V8-5.5L	Service typeDrag Link Replacement	Estimate$788.45	Shop/Dealer Price$977.86 - $1507.17
2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS550V8-4.7L Turbo	Service typeDrag Link Replacement	Estimate$788.45	Shop/Dealer Price$970.82 - $1494.86

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What is the Drag Link all about?

The motion of the steering wheel must be translated into something usable by the tire wheels. In manual steering systems (mostly older ones, although a handful of automakers still use this setup), that’s accomplished by using a pitman arm attached to a drag link, which itself attaches to a steering arm. In other designs, it connects between the pitman arm and the tie-rod assembly.

The actual design and motion of the drag link can vary a great deal depending on the automaker, but they serve to translate movement from the steering wheel into movement for the tire wheels. Drag links are either solid or adjustable. If the drag link is worn out, you may have abnormal tire wear or an unsteady feeling in your steering.

Keep in mind:

The drag link itself does not wear out usually; rather, it’s the junction points between the drag link and the pitman arm or tie-rods that do.
Adjustable drag links can wear out over time, and will need adjustments as the vehicle ages.

How it's done:

The vehicle is raised and supported on jack stands
The defective drag link is removed from the vehicle steering
The new drag link is installed and torqued to specifications
The steering is turned left and right to make sure the steering operates normally
The vehicle is removed from jack stands and road tested for proper steering operation

Our recommendation:

Your steering and suspension system is incredibly complex, and while there is no specified lifespan for a drag link, these components can be damaged in accidents or through impact by debris. If you suspect you have a worn, bent drag link, or have similar symptoms, have one of our expert mechanics diagnose your drag link.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Drag Link?

Abnormal tire wear
Abnormal play in the steering wheel
Experiencing steering “wobble”

How important is this service?

Drag links are critical steering components. While damage or excessive wear won’t prevent your car from functioning completely, it can cause unsafe conditions, and the links eventually need to be replaced. Have it diagnosed by one of our expert mechanics who can give you a recommendation on the severity of your specific instance.

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Mercedes-Benz CLS550 V8-5.5L - Starter - Fort Worth, Texas

Keith was very professional, he was very thorough from the beginning and is a great communicator. He kept me updated on every step of the way

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by Yolanda

Mercedes-Benz CLS550 V8-5.5L - Starter - Atlanta, Georgia

Collins was great. He was on time, very knowledgeable to my many questions and most of all, very patient for it was a very tedious task. The price was unbelievable. I would definitely recommend this company to anyone and especially Collins. THANK YOU GUYS SO MUCH FOR THE CONVENIENCE AND THE SAVE OF TOWING FEES!

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Mercedes-Benz CLS550 V8-5.5L - Pre-purchase Car Inspection - Katy, Texas

Chris was very professional and courteous. He called to inform me that he would be arriving a little late because he just finished with another customer and he was 49 minutes away which would make him 14 minutes late pass his time window of arrival. I greatly appreciated him calling me. Once here he gave me a time frame for my pre buy inspection and it was accurate.He did a thorough one and a half hour inspection on my Mercedes Benz and showed me features that I was not aware of and explained what he was finding along the way. I found him to be knowledgeable and courteous.

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