Recommended Parts Needed and Installer For Adding a Receiver and Brake Controller 2018 Mercedes GLS
Question:
I live in New Jersey and will be happy if you can recommend or direct me to any State or shop nearby where I can have done installation of Brake controller and trailer Hitch and Wiring for my 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class 450 to enable me tow an rv. Thanks
asked by: Godfield O
Expert Reply:
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I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C13190 for your GLS. This will fit both the 450 and 550 GLS models. This class III receiver has a 2" receiver that is rated for a maximum tongue weight of 900lbs and maximum trailer weight of 7,500lbs. Be sure to consult with your owners manual/dealer for the exact capacities your GLS is capable of hauling.
For a brake controller I recommend the Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Trailer Brake Controller # RED44FR. This controller is proportional and the controller has a very small footprint so it will not take up a large portion of your dash. To install this on your GLS you will need a Universal Installation Kit # ETBC7 and a ZCI Circuit Protected Vehicle Wiring Harness # 119250KIT.
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ZCI Circuit Protected Vehicle Wiring Harness w/ 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector and Installation Kit
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Converter
- Universal Fit
- 4 Flat
- Tekonsha
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Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat - 10 Gauge Wires
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brake Controller
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- etrailer
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Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Brake Controller - Dash Knob - 2 Braking Modes - 1 to 3 Axles - Proportional
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- Proportional Controller
- Electric
- Electric over Hydraulic
- Automatic Leveling
- Dash-Mounted Knob
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- Up to 3 Axles
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 900 lbs TW
- 7500 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Concealed Cross Tube
- CURT
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