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  • Correct Trailer Hitch for a 2014 Mercedes-Benz GLK 250 BlueTEC
  • The only trailer hitch available for a 2014 Mercedes-Benz GLK 250 (All Models Including BlueTEC) is the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C13155 which I confirmed with Curt for you. Therefore, the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 75774 will not work. If you will be towing then you will also need a trailer wiring harness, the ZCI Circuit Protected Vehicle Wiring Harness part # 119250KIT is what I recommend because it is the only option that doesn't require splicing.
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  • Trailer Wiring Harness for a 2013 Mercedes GLK350
  • For 2013 there were 8 versions of the Mercedes GLK. Diesel motors were available on the 200, 220, 250, and 350. Trailer wiring harness # 119250KIT is a universal harness and should work just fine on your 2013 GLK350 and it is even officially listed as a fit.
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  • Yakima Trunk Mount Bike Rack for a 2013 Mercedes GLK 350
  • There is a Yakima trunk mount bike racks that will fit your 2013 Mercedes GLK 350 but the Yakima HangOut # Y02637 is not a fit. But you can use the Yakima FullBack 2, # Y02634. I have included links to a video review of this rack for you. If you will be carrying any bikes that do not have a top frame bar that goes straight across (like a typical men's bike would) then I recommend using bike adapter bar # 64005. This will allow you to carry those bikes more level and will provide better...
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  • Will the Thule Camber Bike Rack Fit a 2013 Mercedes GLK with 1-1/4 Inch Trailer Hitch
  • The Thule Camber 2 bike rack # TH9058 fits both 1-1/4 inch and 2 inch hitches so it will fit the 1-1/4 inch hitch on your 2013 Mercedes GLK. I have included a link to a video review of this bike rack for you. If you will be carrying any bikes that do not have a top frame bar that goes straight across (like a typical men's bike would) then I recommend using bike adapter bar # 64005. This will allow you to carry those bikes more level and will provide better ground clearance. I have linked...
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  • Bike Rack for 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class That Allows Rear-of-Vehicle Access
  • Unfortunately there are no trunk-mount type bike racks that allow a vehicle's trunk to be opened while the rack is installed. Also, rear window wipers typically cannot be used with trunk racks. These limits also apply to the Hollywood Racks Over-the-Top 3 Bike Rack # HRF2-3. The best option for bike transport that let's you keep both rear-of-vehicle access and the use of a rear wiper is a hitch and hitch-mounted type rack like the Thule Hitching Post Pro # TH934XTR which is a 4-bike rack...
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  • Will Kuat Sherpa 2-Bike Platform Rack Fit 2014 Mercedes-Benz GLK
  • There is an easy way to determine if a bike carrier will work for your GLK. You will need a tape measure and a straight edge like a yardstick or a dowel. Place the straight edge vertically against the back of the rear bumper, letting it extend below the trailer hitch receiver opening. Then measure from the center of the hitch pin to the straight edge. This will give you the distance you need to clear the bumper. The Kuat Sherpa 2-Bike Rack, part # SH12B is a really nice bike carrier...
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  • Hitch for 2014 Mercedes GLK 250 / 350
  • To determine the exact towing and tongue weight capacity of your Mercedes you would need to refer to the manufacturer's sticker found on the door pillar. Also refer to your owner's manual for loading capacity and if installing a hitch is approved. Page 376 of a manual I looked at put tongue weight at 280 pounds which seems extremely low. For both the 2014 GLK-250 and GLK-350 the curt # C13155 Class-3 hitch is a confirmed fit. Quick bolt-on installation does not require any welding. The...
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  • Trailer Hitch for 2014 Mercedes GLK350 with Higher than 3,500 lb Towing Capacity
  • The Draw Tite hitch part # 75774 that fits your 2014 Mercedes GLK350 has a towing capacity of 4,000 lb so it would easily fit the requirement mentioned that the rental place required.
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  • Trailer Hitch & Wiring For 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK
  • To tow a trailer with your 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK, you'll need a hitch, trailer wiring, and a ball mount. I'll go ahead and list out exactly what you'll need so you can get towing: - Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver # 75774 - Curt Powered Tail Light Converter with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # C59236 - Ball Mount Kit for 2" Hitches # 989900
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  • Hitch, Wiring, and Brake Controller for 2010 Mercedes GLK 350
  • For a hitch the Draw Tite part # 75774 would be a great option that has plenty of towing capacity and installs easily. Then for the wiring and brake controller you'd need to first start with a 4-way harness like the # C59236 which you'd then convert to a 7-way with the part # ETBC7 which comes with everything needed to install the 7-way and wire up a brake controller like our very popular Brake EVN # TK63VR.
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  • Parts Needed to Add Brake Controller to 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK 250 Without Tow Package
  • To add a brake controller to your 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK 250 you'll need a 4-way (different than the one you mentioned), and 7-way. The 4-way will plug into the 7-way and will give you all the needed signals. The correct fits for your Mercedes are the Tail Light Converter with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # C59236, 7-Way RV Upgrade Kit # ETBC7L, and Curt Echo Brake Controller # C51180.
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  • Can Friction Sway Control be Used With Curt Hitch C13177 on 2014 Mercedes-Benz GLK350
  • Let's start with the friction sway control, and yes, you can use that with your trailer and 2014 Mercedes GLK350 that has the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C13177. What you will need is a friction sway control system by Curt, and a sway-control bracket for your ball mount: - Curt Friction Sway Control for Weight Distribution Systems # 17200 - Reese Sway-Control Bracket for 2" Ball Mounts # RP26003 The friction sway control can be used so long as you have electric brakes on your trailer...
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  • Adapting Different Connectors on 2014 Mercedes GLK250 and Prolite Suite Trailer
  • Vehicle and trailer connectors come in several varieties, including both 6-way round and 7-way blade types. The linked article on trailer wiring illustrates both, as well as other types. These two types are NOT compatible with each other. Within each type of connector sizes are usually standardized, although the actual wire configuration (what particular signal is carried by any given pin/wire) can vary by brand. My associates and I have not heard of this issue before but certainly a...
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  • Recommended Equipment Needed to Tow with a 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK350
  • The Tekonsha ZCI # 119250KIT is confirmed to fit your 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK350 and is a great option to use for a 4-Way flat connector. I like to recommend the Tekonsha electronic parts because they have received numerous positive reviews from customers and we have found them to be the most reliable. If you do not already have a trailer hitch receiver installed on your GLK350 then I recommend installing the Draw-Tite Max-Frame # 75774 which will give you a Class III, 2 inch receiver...
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  • 2014 Mercedes-Benz GLK250 Trailer Hitch and Wiring Recommendations
  • For your 2014 Mercedes-Benz GLK250 we have the Curt Trailer Hitch # C13155 and then for wiring you can either use the Tekonsha ZCI # 119250KIT which uses clamps to sense when to send the signals to your trailer so you aren't cutting into your OEM wiring. Then to complete your towing setup you need a ball mount kit like the Curt Fusion # C45154. Attached are some videos for you to check out.
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  • Thule Cargo Box Recommendation for Mercedes Benz GLK350 with Factory Rack
  • The Thule Motion XT, part # TH629906, that you referenced will fit on the factory crossbars of your Mercedes Benz GLK350. However, this box is pretty long so to make sure it will not interfere with your rear hatch you will need a minimum of 52 inches from the point where the roof meets the hatch to the center of the front crossbar. This is the measurement that Thule has provided to assure the Motion Xt Cargo Box does not interfere with the hatch on your vehicle.
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  • Choosing a Ball Mount for 2011 Mercedes GLK 350 With Draw Tite Hitch
  • In order to choose the right 2-ball mount for your 2011 Mercedes GLK 350, there are two measurements you'll need to know. The first one you already have, which is the 13-1/2 inches from the ground to the top of your receiver. Next, you'll just need to measure from the ground to the bottom of your coupler. If the height of your hitch receiver is higher, you'll need a mount with that amount of drop; if your coupler's height is greater, you will need a ball mount with that amount of rise....
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  • Fit of Cipa Deluxe Door Mount Mirror # 11650 on Mercedes Sprinter
  • As long as the bottom of the vehicle door does not have any sort of cladding that would increase its thickness, the Cipa # 11650 Universal Deluxe Door Mount Towing Mirror would work great for you. The # 11650 is very stable and highly rated by our customers. Most find them nearly vibration free, which is important for the best vision. I have linked you to a product demonstration video that you might find helpful.
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  • Will the K-Source Universal Towing Mirrors fit 2014 Mercedes-Benz GLK
  • The K-Source Universal Towing Mirror # KS3891 is a universal towing mirror that is designed to fit most mirrors that are 4-1/2" tall to 11-1/2" tall. They require a lip or gap between the factory mirror and the glass. As long as the mirrors on your Mercedes have this design these will fit. The distance they extend out will depend specifically on where you attach them to your factory mirror. The overall width of the towing mirror is 14-1/2" with the mirror face being 7-3/4" tall x 5-1/8"...
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  • Trailer Hitch Receiver For a 2015/2016 Mercedes-Benz GLK/GLC-Class
  • 2015 was the final year for the Mercedes-Benz GLK-class. It was replaced with the GLC-class in 2016 and they only offered it as GLC300. You will need the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C13290 if you have the 2016 GLC300 otherwise we have the Curt # C13155 if you actually have a 2015 GLK250.
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