Do I need an alignment?

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Old 04-04-2005, 01:30 PM
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Do I need an alignment?

I recently had new tires put on the stock CLS wheels, size 225/45/17. Do I need, or is it recommended to get an alignment done when you replace the tires just to ensure you get the best wear? The car feels fine and tracks straight. No wheel or suspension modifications done, just new tires. I have searched through past posts regarding alignments, but haven't really found whether or not it would be warranted in this situation. Thanks.
Old 04-04-2005, 01:46 PM
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Most suggest that the time when you get new tires is a good time to get an alignment to maintain those tires.

That being said, the tires themselves don't alter suspension alignment, and if you car was already aligned it should be OK. If things seem fine and I were you, I'd see how the tires wear at the first rotation and go from there.

So: Recommended? Yes. Needed? No.
Old 04-04-2005, 03:07 PM
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You should at least get it checked. Most tire places will check it for free. If your old tires wore fine you should be ok. It's something that should be checked every 1-2 years.
Old 04-04-2005, 03:19 PM
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Originally Posted by fuzzy02CLS
You should at least get it checked. Most tire places will check it for free. If your old tires wore fine you should be ok. It's something that should be checked every 1-2 years.
my dealer will even check it for free and will adjust if needed after my request.
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i will have it checked out, thanks for the tips.
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