Is Cutiing Required for Installation of the Mercedes-Benz R350 Trailer Hitch # C13103

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I would like to know if there is any cutting of the oem bumper required in order to fit your trailer hitches?

asked by: Peter T

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You will not need to cut the OEM bumper for installation of the Curt Trailer Hitch, item # C13103, for the 2008 R350 by Mercedes-Benz. There is some cutting required, but the cut areas are under the vehicle and will not be visible when the hitch is installed. If you have a vehicle with cross bracing member, and in 3 places, if your vehicle does not have the cross-bracing members.

The installation instructions, see link below, show exactly where to cut the plastic trunk pan and explain the rest of the install in detail.

Some items you may need with the Class III hitch are listed below.

Wiring # 119250KIT (Multiplexed Wiring System)
Drawbar # C45010
Pin and Clip # PC3
Hitch Ball # 19260 or # 19247
Stabilizer strap # 18050 -- Curt recommends that all non-trailer loads (bike racks, cargo carriers, etc) should be supported by stabilizing straps like this one.

expert reply by: Robert G

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Answer 1

The Curt Hitch part #C13103 that you referenced has been confirmed as a fit for your 2012 Mercedes Benz R350 so it would work well for you.

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Answer 2

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 3

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 4

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 5

Hi David! There are quite a few hitches offered for your 2026 Honda Odyssey, so I definitely understand wanting to know the differences. There are basically three styles available for you and I have them broken out below: Exposed Crosstube: etrailer…

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Answer 6

According to Blue Ox, it'll take an experienced installer about 4 to 5 hours to complete the installation of their #BX1128 Base Plate Kit on a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The install isn't what I'd call super-difficult, but the installation…

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The main difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C13416 and the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part #EH97FR is that the EcoHitch has a completely hidden cross tube whereas the Curt cross tube will be visible from the rear of…

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Answer 8

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 9

Yes, it will work. You'll just need to cut the Lance 6-pin connector out and rewire it into the etrailer Trailer Wiring 7-Way Upgrade Kit w/ Junction Box and RV Style Connector item #e99011. Here are the individual functions of that Lance 6-pin:…

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Answer 10

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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Answer 11

Since wire color codes are NOT universal, we always recommend wiring by function, rather than wire color. If you look at the Trailer Wiring FAQ article I have linked you to, you can see some diagrams showing the proper way to wire a vehicle and…

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Answer 12

Hey Ricardo! Yes, the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C82RJ is the hitch Curt is working on for the new 2027 Telluride. This is a pre-order since Curt hasn't finished the design. It does not include wiring. The wiring harness for the 2027 is also up…

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