Does Install of Trailer Hitch on 2018 Mercedes GLC300 Affect Parking Assist

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What is involved in installing the Curt hitch. Does the bumper have to be removed? Does it disable the hands free trunk opening feature even when there is nothing in the hitch?

asked by: Karen L

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If you install a hitch like the Curt part # C13290 on your 2018 Mercedes GLC300 it's not going to interfere with your parking assist feature as long as you don't have a bike rack installed in the hitch.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Karen L.

2/5/2018

What is involved in installing the Drew hitch. Does the bumper have to be removed? Does it disable the hands free trunk opening feature even when there is nothing in the hitch?

Jameson C.

2/5/2018

When installing the # 76082 you will need to temporarily lower the exhaust, temporarily remove the lower fascia, and temporarily remove the bumper beam. The fascia of the vehicle will either need to be lightly trimmed to allow the hitch to fit or you can let the hitch slightly move the fascia when installed. From the instructions: "TRIM OR PUSH HEAT SHIELD: Trim around the hitch as needed or simply push the heat shield forward away from hitch." If you check out the install instructions link I attached you'll see the entire process walked through with color photos. Your tailgate will still open with your foot but you'll have to swing your foot to either side of the hitch opening.

Answer 1

For your 2021 Mercedes Benz GLC300 the correct hitch is the part #C84ER which is the same thing as the Curt 13477 so what you have is the correct hitch. The #C13290 is not correct.

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Answer 2

The biggest change between the Thule T2 Pro and Pro XT #TH83JV is the distance between the bikes. Originally the T2 Pro was designed to work with Fat bikes right out of the box. The only issue was people had a hard time getting 2 Fat bikes to fit…

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Answer 3

For the hitch, I'd recommend the Curt Class III, part #C84ER and for the wiring I'd recommend the Tekonsha #119250KIT. The hitch installation is fairly involved, and requires that the bumper fascia be temporarily removed as outlined in the…

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Answer 4

Though The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13315 is not confirmed to fit your 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC we do have a few trailer hitches that would work for you. If you have the SUV-GLC300 you will need The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C84ER. This trailer…

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Answer 5

I attached test course videos down below that show the Saris SuperClamp EX 2 Bike Platform Rack #SA4025F and the Thule T2 Pro XTB 2 Bike Platform Rack #TH9034XT both being driven on our test course. It appears the T2 is noticeably more stable. It is…

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Answer 6

I do have an option for you but the Yakima BackSwing Swing Away Hitch Extender part #y02483 is only recommended for use with a bike rack that has a one piece 2" shank. Therefore, it would not be recommended to use the Thule EasyFold XT 2 E-Bike…

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Answer 7

Since you only want to carry your Kuat Transfer like the #KU84FR there is no need to be concerned about wiring. If you did want to install a wiring harness like the #118747, I still wouldn't expect there to be an issue since you aren't…

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Answer 8

With the Curt Hitch #C84ER installed on your 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC Class all three bike racks you looked into will work for your vehicle. I recommend The Thule Apex XT #TH9024XT. The Thule bike rack has the tilting feature which makes it easier to…

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Answer 9

For a bike rack that fits your 2-inch trailer hitch on your 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC, it really depends on if you have heavier bikes, bikes with fenders, and the number of bikes that you wish to transport. If you have heavier bikes or bikes with…

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Answer 10

I would be happy to help you find a hitch for your 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC300 and answer your capacity questions. I'll start by saying that the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver item #C84ER you referenced is confirmed to fit your GLC300 if you have the…

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Answer 11

We have two different hitches for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 depending on whether or not you have the coupe or the SUV model. I have listed both of them below: GLC 300 Coupe - Stealth Hitches Hidden Rack Receiver item #SH47MR GLC 300 SUV - Curt…

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Answer 12

I believe you're looking for a more secure hitch pin solution, in which I have just what you need! Check out the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock for 2" Hitch - Flush #e98882 This is a locking hitch pin that will lock through your hitch…

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