Does Rear Bumper of 2012 Mercedes GLK Class 4-Matic Need to Come of to Install Hitch

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I have a 2012 Mercedes 4 matic. Do I need to remove the rear bumper to install?

asked by: Tom

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When we installed the Draw Tite Hitch part # 75774 in a 2012 Mercedes GLK Class 4Matic we had to trim the bumper tabs but the bumper did not have to be removed. Check out the install video I attached that shows this hitch installed on a 2012 GLK just like yours.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

Usually when a Class III hitch or higher is not rated for weight distribution it is because the vehicle prohibits it. But I checked the owner's manual online for the 2013 Mercedes GLK and did not see anything about it. the bottom line is trailer…

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Answer 2

Yes, when you order the Replacement Hardware Kit for Trailer Hitches #RHK and input Draw-Tite and 75774 in the selection boxes then you will get everything that comes in the hardware kit for the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver #75774.…

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Answer 3

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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Answer 4

You basically have two options for a trailer hitch for your 2012 Mercedes GLK 350. The easy to install and slightly more expensive Draw Tite part #75774, or the slightly cheaper but much more difficult to install Curt #C13142. For the marginal cost…

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Answer 5

The best way to determine which wires carry which tail light function is to use a circuit tester, like part #3808. You will want to have a friend help you. With the vehicle in park, emergency brake engaged and the keys in the power mode, have your…

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Answer 6

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 7

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 8

There is only one difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13176 and etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98909 that fit your 2020 Chevrolet Colorado, which is the finish. The Curt trailer hitch has a glossy black finish while the etrailer…

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Answer 9

Yes, we do. To add a hitch to your 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch item #C26VV. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Toyota with included hardware. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a…

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Answer 10

Class I and Class II hitches both have a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening. The difference is that a Class I hitch has a lower tongue weight rating, usually 200 pounds and a lower towing rating, usually 2,000 pounds. A Class II hitch usually has a tongue…

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Answer 11

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 12

To add a hitch to your 2024 Toyota RAV4, I recommend the etrailer item #e23ZR. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Toyota with included hardware. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a 4,000 lbs towing capacity, and a 600…

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Does Rear Bumper of 2012 Mercedes GLK Class 4-Matic Need to Come of to Install Hitch

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