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Old Jan 31, 2019 | 01:52 PM
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Installing lights for a trailer hitch

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I have a 2008 C300 that has a trailer hitch, but no connector for the trailer lights (break, turn signal, etc.). I was wondering if there is an guidance to help me install. Thanks!
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Old Feb 2, 2019 | 12:27 PM
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You’ll probably have to splice into your wires for your car since there isn’t one? What are you plannng in towing?
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Old Feb 4, 2019 | 08:50 AM
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Thanks! A small trailer (less than 2000 lb capacity) to haul building materials from Home Depot. I already installed the hitch (Curt), but have not done the lights yet. I purchased a kit from Curt which has not arrived yet.
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Old Feb 9, 2019 | 02:38 AM
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If it was me and a one time hail. I’d just do it without the lights if it’s during the day. I wouldn’t want to splice into my wireing just to use a hitch once. Or rent a truck. Can probably do that for like $50. Just throwing options there if this is one of the few times you play. To trailer with the car.
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Old Feb 9, 2019 | 03:21 AM
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Hi,
My best advise is buy one of these Jaeger kits as seen in an earlier post I made.
https://mbworld.org/forums/c-class-w...ch-wiring.html
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