Does the Curt Hitch item # 13358 w/ Rear Step Allow Spare Tire Access on a MB 2500 Sprinter Van?

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Hello, On a 2016 MB Sprinter Van model 170 with oem rear bumper step and a Curt model 13358 hitch installed. Can the spare tire still be removed and installed under the van? Thank you

asked by: Chris J

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The Curt hitch item # 13358 is a confirmed fit for your 2016 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500 Model 170 with OEM bumper step. The spare tire can be reinstalled after installation and removed when needed without any issues related to the Curt hitch item # 13358. I have attached a picture that demonstrates the hitch receiver installed on a 2016 Sprinter Van with the spare tire in place.

expert reply by: Jerred H

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Answer 1

Thanks for the pictures! The best hitch for your 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 is the etrailer item #e82TR. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Mercedes with included hardware. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a…

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Answer 2

There are only Class III hitches that will fit your 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500, and out of our selection I recommend the Curt: - Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #13358 According to my research your Sprinter is only able to tow up to a 5,000 lb…

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Answer 3

If your 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 has a standard bumper without the step, the Draw-Tite #75549 is going to provide you with the most ground clearance at 15" from the bottom of the receiver tube to the ground. If your Sprinter has the…

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Answer 4

The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #13358 is a great option for a 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500. It will work with the factory exhaust without interference. I have attached a photo that shows how the hitch mounts up with the exhaust. I have…

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Answer 5

We do have a trailer hitch fit for your 2016 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500 that has the factory step bumper. The Curt hitch part #13358 would be what you need. This fits either length wheelbase as well. In the picture I attached you can see the hitch…

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Answer 6

I would be happy to help you find a hitch receiver for your 2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 van with a factory step. In order to haul a trailer you are going to need a wiring harness as well. The Curt item #13358 you were looking at is the best…

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Answer 7

Fitting a trailer hitch to a former ambulance can be pretty difficult since the rear bumper area is different than a standard vehicle. That said, I attached an install video and install instructions link to the page down below for you to check out to…

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Answer 8

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 9

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 10

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 11

The Curt hitch part #13358 that you referenced fits the long and short wheelbase versions of your 2016 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500 with the factory step bumper. To determine if your spare carrier will fit past the bumper when this hitch is installed…

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Answer 12

The Curt hitch part #13358 is recessed under the step bumper like you can see in the attached picture but it's not recessed to the point it wouldn't work well. It wouldn't interfere with the camera setup either.

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Does the Curt Hitch item # 13358 w/ Rear Step Allow Spare Tire Access on a MB 2500 Sprinter Van?

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