2009 ML bumper removal PDF needed for hitch install
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ML320CDI 2008 all options inc air suspension
I have had success by simply asking the service guy at my MB dealer for print offs from their DVD. Last time I asked for and received the windshield install sheets to give to my local glass installer to help with any tips and tricks. My dealer is Webers in Edm.I dont see why your dealer wont do the same for you regarding your bumper.
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I'm planning to R&R the lower bumper portion of mine in the near future, so I'll offer this up in exchange for you sharing any tips you learn while you're doing yours.
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This process was acutally easy after the service guys at MB gave me the step by step document.
Remove bumper protector
8 bolts hold the original bumper chassis
Remove
Install oem bumper which acts as e bumper.
I don't not install the wiring
Went to a local hitch vendor bought a modulite system for 159 bucks.
Cut out a perfect measurement for the hitch to pass through and didn't have to replace the bumper shell..
Saved over a thousand dollars or more
They were mandiating a new rear sam, rear bumper cover.. That alone was 1000. Then 5 hours of installation.
So total cost was
850 hitch
Modulite 159
Install 100
Save a thousand dollars or more.. Didn't
Remove bumper protector
8 bolts hold the original bumper chassis
Remove
Install oem bumper which acts as e bumper.
I don't not install the wiring
Went to a local hitch vendor bought a modulite system for 159 bucks.
Cut out a perfect measurement for the hitch to pass through and didn't have to replace the bumper shell..
Saved over a thousand dollars or more
They were mandiating a new rear sam, rear bumper cover.. That alone was 1000. Then 5 hours of installation.
So total cost was
850 hitch
Modulite 159
Install 100
Save a thousand dollars or more.. Didn't
Last edited by dogfight; Jun 8, 2011 at 06:41 PM. Reason: Words
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'09 ML320 Hitch
Hello,
Where did you get the OEM hitch?
I need to put one on my '09 ML320 BT with ADS (Air Suspension).
Did you need to replace the rear metal valance as it looks like the hitch has to come through it.
Thanks,
Ray
Where did you get the OEM hitch?
I need to put one on my '09 ML320 BT with ADS (Air Suspension).
Did you need to replace the rear metal valance as it looks like the hitch has to come through it.
Thanks,
Ray
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2009 ML320 Bluetec
Check out www.ecstuning.com I just found them online. Great website. Just ordered OEM trailer hitch kit from them for our 2009 ML320 Bluetec.
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2009 ML bumper removal PDF needed for hitch install
Hi Dan, Do you still have the instructions for the bumper replacement on a W164? I am going to fit an OEM hitch and am having great difficulty getting instruction/directions. Any help or advice will be much appreciated. Many thanks, Jim King
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2009 ML320 Bluetec
I installed an OEM hitch without OEM hitch module on a 2009 ML320 that I had. Could not tow up to full rating because transmission did not know that a trailer was connected and would go into limp mode thinking it was being over loaded. Highly recommend the OEM towing module as well if you are planning on towing anything of any weight.
Here's a link to beefing up the towbar as well, which I also did.
https://mbworld.org/forums/gl-class-...ory-hitch.html
Here's a link to beefing up the towbar as well, which I also did.
https://mbworld.org/forums/gl-class-...ory-hitch.html
