trailer hitch install
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R-500
trailer hitch install
Having read the thread about installing a trailer hitch on an R500, I then noticed a remark, without elaboration, that an R500 with air suspension can be problematic. My R500 has the air suspension and the panoramic roof (also said to present a difficulty, but apparently unfounded from the posted installation instructions). Does anyone have any insight into the purported air suspension issue?
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2011 R350 BlueTec
I have an 08 320 with air suspension and I had an after market hitch installed along with the wiring harness.
I can honestly say that all is okay and have yet to have an issue.
The hitch and harness came from an aftermarket source and the dealer installed it for me.
I can honestly say that all is okay and have yet to have an issue.
The hitch and harness came from an aftermarket source and the dealer installed it for me.
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2006 R350
R350 After Market Hitch Install
I have an 06 R350 and am in the market for an after-market hitch, mainly for my bike rack. A local Draw-Tight dealer has recommended one they make (75470). I'm concerned about how adding such a hitch might affect the rear profile of the car. Any experience with this or similar hitches and how the car looks after they are installed would be greatly appreciated.
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2011 R350 BlueTec
I love the color of your car. I have a tan one.
I stopped in today to look at a newer one and our colors were discontinued in 2010 & 2011.
My hitch has a smaller profile. I don't think yours looks bad and I like mine being there in case I bottom out - it will hit the hitch and not the rip the fiberglass.
I stopped in today to look at a newer one and our colors were discontinued in 2010 & 2011.
My hitch has a smaller profile. I don't think yours looks bad and I like mine being there in case I bottom out - it will hit the hitch and not the rip the fiberglass.
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From: Fort Lauderdale, FL
R500
I want to chime in here because, my husband was very pushy to have me install a hitch on my R500 to tow our 3 seat waverunner and I fought it simply because to me this is my baby and I didnt want salt water getting on my 22's and also because I was afraid due to the airmatic suspension.
So my solution I bought a 4x4 dodge durango strictly for towing the waverunner and future boat.
However from the looks of rgood10921's R, it looks pretty discreet
So my solution I bought a 4x4 dodge durango strictly for towing the waverunner and future boat.
However from the looks of rgood10921's R, it looks pretty discreet
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From: Vancouver, BC
AMG C36, 2010 R350 BlueTEC 4-Matic
Hitch is on. Looks good. It's fully integrated into the car's computer. It will even let you know if one of your trailer lights is out, and which one.
The rear camera sure is handy for lining up to the trailer when preparing to attach it.
The rear camera sure is handy for lining up to the trailer when preparing to attach it.
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From: Southern Indiana
2006 R500 Red w/Tan interior
Hitch model is in the attached PDF in this thread: https://mbworld.org/forums/r-class-w...tructions.html
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2007 R350
R350 hitch installation
I just installed a Hidden Hitch class 3 hitch on my 2007 R350. There was no problem with predrilled holes lining up, but the included instructions say nothing about cutting the body-colored fascia under the rear bumper. I had to remove the hitch entirely 3 times to trim enough to reaooach the plastic pan. A dremel cutting disk works great, but careful of the melted
plastic.
02 C240
07 R350.
91 Jaguar VDP
61 Jag MkII
plastic.
02 C240
07 R350.
91 Jaguar VDP
61 Jag MkII
