Brake Controller Installation for 2004 Mercedes ML350
Question:
We have had a hard time getting someone to install an electric brake controller on our SUV. Is there a special problem with Mercedes? What type should we get if we can find someone willing to try?
asked by: Brian S
Expert Reply:
According to my contacts at Tekonsha, it is possible to install a brake controller in that vehicle. There is nothing in particular about the vehicle that would cause a problem.
I would recommend a proportional style controller, such as the Tekonsha Prodigy P2, part # 90885. A proportional controller has an internal sensor that can determine how quickly and at what intensity the tow vehicle is braking, and send the appropriate amount of voltage to the trailer brakes so that the vehicle and trailer stop at the same rate. This would cause less wear and tear on the vehicle brakes, as well as the brakes on the trailer.
To install the controller, you'll first need to install a 4-pin trailer connector using # C59496 if a connector isn't existing already. With that in place, use our Brake Controller Install kit, part # ETBC7. I've linked to some articles that will assist you with the installation.
Products Referenced in This Question
Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
- Electric
- Electric over Hydraulic
- Automatic Leveling
- Under-Dash Box
- Dash Mount
- Up to 4 Axles
- LED Display
- Up to 360 Degrees
- Tekonsha
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Curt Powered Tail Light Converter w/ 4-Way Flat Trailer Connector and Install Kit
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Converter
- 8 Feet Long
- Universal Fit
- 4 Flat
- CURT
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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
- Installation Kits
- etrailer
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Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 500 lbs TW
- 5000 lbs GTW
- 5000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 500 lbs WD TW
- No Cross Tube
- Draw-Tite
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