Removing Rear Bumper To Install Curt Trailer Hitch # 13342 on 2007 Mercedes ML350

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I cant figure out how to get the rear fascia off. I have your trailer hitch. I have taken the bolts out of the bottom and cant see how to remove the fascia. Cant see how the top of the fascia is attached.

asked by: BillMcDonald

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I did some research on the internet and found that some of the bolts may be behind plastic tabs on your 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML350. The rear bumper may also have safety cables attached to the rear mud flaps. You will also have to remove a center fascia bracket that is pictured in the instructions. When you slide the rear bumper off, it will need to be slid straight back, as there are tabs that the bumper slides into to attach to the vehicle.

I have linked instructions for the Curt Trailer Hitch, part # 13342.

expert reply by: Reno H

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The trunk pan cover on your 2011 Mercedes ML350 can either be totally removed or trimmed and reinstalled when installing the Curt hitch #13342. It doesn't perform a vital function on your vehicle so you can remove it like you mentioned…

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Answer 2

Both hitches share the same basic design and the same capacity, but I'd personally choose the Curt #13342 over the Draw-Tite #75376 because I feel that Curt does a better job with their powder coat finish. To realize the full capacity of…

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Answer 3

You will not have to do any trimming or cutting on the bumper fascia to install the Curt Class III Trailer Hitch, #13342, on your 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML350, however, you will have to drill 2 holes through the trunk pan and do a little trimming on it…

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Bike racks that are used on a Class I trailer hitch receiver are only allowed up to 2 bikes. This is because the additional force from weight being extended out from the vehicle is too much leverage for the vehicle to handle and could cause damage…

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Answer 5

Of all the 2-inch Class III hitches we offer for your 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML350 I recommend the Curt #13342. The installation process includes some drilling and all required hardware is included with the hitch. I have linked the written instructions…

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Answer 6

We have everything you need to tow your small trailers with your 2016 Mazda CX-5. I have listed all of the parts that I recommend below. Class II Trailer Hitch - #C12170 4-Flat Wiring Harness - #118563 Adjustable Ball Mount - #MT70068 Hitch Ball -…

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Answer 7

We have a hitch solution that will work well on your 2017 Mazda CX-5 but the brand Hidden Hitch actually was discontinued so that is why it's not listed as a fit for your vehicle. The Draw Tite hitch part #76138 is a fit for your vehicle and…

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Yes, the Draw Tite hitch part #76138 is a confirmed fit for your 2016.5 Mazda CX-5. This hitch actually fits both the early and late model 2016 CX-5 models.

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Answer 9

None of the trailer hitches for the 2016 Mazda CX-5 require any cutting or trimming of the fascia. The instructions for the hitches are linked on their product pages for you to take a look at. For a hitch to use with a bike carrier I recommend going…

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Answer 10

For your 2016 Mazda CX-5 I recommend the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" #76138 due to it having a 2" receiver which will give you many more options when it comes to accessories like a bike rack,…

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Answer 11

It's a warranty situation for the Curt hitch. It's not that the Draw Tite is necessarily stronger than the Curt it's just that they approach the idea of carrying a non-supported load more cautiously than Draw Tite. The only thing is that…

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There are two sizes and two classes of hitch offered for your 2015 Mazda CX-5. These are the 1-1/4-inch Class II type and the higher-capacity 2-inch Class III type, such as the Draw-Tite #76138. The linked page will show you all available hitches and…

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