Recommended Secondary Light System for use When Using Bike Rack with Cover

Question:

Im concerned my brake lights will be not visible after placing a cover on 2 bikes. I have a 2020 Mercedes GLE with hitch mount. Do you sell a compatible light kit?

asked by: Greg S

Expert Reply:

I have a solution for you, but there isn't a directly compatible or solution designed specifically for the Thule EasyFold XT # TH903202. However, you could definitely use something like the Peterson Magnetic Tow Lights - 4-Way Flat Connector - 20' Long Harness # PE26UR if you've got a 4 way wiring harness on the back of your 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE. These are magnetic towing lights that could be attached to the carrier or your vehicle to provide stop, turn, and tail light functions.

If you don't have a wiring harness on your vehicle, you'll want to install one using the Tekonsha ZCI Kit # 119250KIT, since it doesn't require any cutting into the wiring on your vehicle; this is our most popular wiring harness for European luxury vehicles because of the installation and what I strongly recommend using. Tekonsha harnesses are known for the reliability of their converter boxes, which will help prevent any short circuits on the wiring harness from damaging your vehicle's electrical system.

I've linked some review and installation videos for these parts.

expert reply by: Erik B