{"product_id":"barre-anti-rapprochement-mercedes-classe-a-cla-gla-aluminium","title":"Aluminum Rear Bumper Guard Mercedes A-Class CLA GLA","description":"\u003c!--v3.1--\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMercedes A-Class, CLA and GLA Strut Tower Brace — a finally firm front end\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003estrut tower brace\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum alloy\u003c\/strong\u003e connects the two front shock towers of your \u003cstrong\u003eMercedes A-Class\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eCLA\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eGLA\u003c\/strong\u003e. By triangulating the top of the front end, it limits body flex in corners: steering becomes more direct, the front more stable, and grip more predictable from the very first kilometers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy install a chassis brace\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncreased torsional rigidity\u003c\/strong\u003e: the towers no longer work independently, and \u003cstrong\u003ecamber\u003c\/strong\u003e remains stable under load.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eMore precise steering\u003c\/strong\u003e: the vagueness of the center point disappears, which is particularly noticeable on uneven roads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLightweight aluminum alloy\u003c\/strong\u003e: approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1.8 kg\u003c\/strong\u003e on the front axle, without penalizing the weight distribution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlue anodized end plates\u003c\/strong\u003e: a \u003cstrong\u003etension bar\u003c\/strong\u003e finish from the tuning world that really dresses up the engine compartment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEntirely bolt-on installation\u003c\/strong\u003e: on the original tower mounting points, no drilling required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e100% reversible\u003c\/strong\u003e: removed in fifteen minutes to return to the original state.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a strut tower brace used for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003estrut tower brace\u003c\/strong\u003e, also called a \u003cstrong\u003etension bar\u003c\/strong\u003e or pull bar, prevents the two suspension towers from moving apart and then together under the effect of load transfers. On a modern compact car with a largely open body at the engine compartment level, this movement costs precision. The bar eliminates it and makes the behavior more consistent: less understeer when attacking, better feedback through the steering wheel, and more even front tire wear. It logically complements a set of short springs or \u003cstrong\u003esport shock absorbers\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePolished \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum alloy\u003c\/strong\u003e central tube, machined and \u003cstrong\u003eblue anodized\u003c\/strong\u003e end plates, with a circular cutout that rests on the shock tower cup. Length adjusted to the \u003cstrong\u003eMFA\u003c\/strong\u003e subframe of Mercedes compacts. Fixed by the \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal tower nuts\u003c\/strong\u003e, return hardware provided. Announced compatibility: \u003cstrong\u003eA-Class A180, A200 and A260\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eCLA\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eGLA 45 AMG\u003c\/strong\u003e. Compatible depending on the version, to be checked before installation, especially the presence of a large engine cover or a relocated intake system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInstallation and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAllow \u003cstrong\u003e20 to 30 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e, vehicle on the ground and engine cold. Remove the engine cover, loosen the \u003cstrong\u003eupper tower nuts\u003c\/strong\u003e without removing them completely, position the bar, engage the plates, then tighten in a cross pattern to the manufacturer's value. Check the torque after \u003cstrong\u003e200 km\u003c\/strong\u003e. No maintenance thereafter: anodized aluminum does not rust, a microfiber cloth is enough. Simply check that no hose or wiring harness rubs against the tube.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan you really feel a strut tower brace?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, especially on winding roads and uneven surfaces. The gain is in precision and stability, not pure speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs comfort degraded?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVery little. The bar acts on the body, not on the springs: small irregularities are slightly more noticeable, without actual stiffening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it approved for the technical inspection?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA bar bolted to original points, without welding or cutting, does not fall under the inspection points.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it fit a CLA 45 AMG?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe subframe is common to the Mercedes compact family. However, check the clearance around the specific 45 AMG intake before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you need to redo the alignment after installation?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, the bar does not change the parallelism or the ride height. 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