Hello William, I checked with our manufacturers and there is a single trailer hitch receiver fit for the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL450, though it only fits so long as it is the GL450 4MATIC. Assuming that's what you have the hitch that will work for…
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…
While there isn't a video for installing a brake controller in your 2016 Mercedes GL 350, since you have the factory tow package and a 7-way you can easily install - just by plugging it in - the Curt Echo Wireless Brake Controller #C51180.
We recommend using the Curt Echo #C51180 brake controller for your 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL350. This is a wireless brake controller (controlled via smart phone) that plugs into the 7-Way on your GL350 and applies the brakes on your trailer in proportion…
As long as the bolt pattern is the same and you have enough room all around the existing tires for the larger size then yes, you can go to a 15 inch wheel and tire. There are a couple other things you will want to look at though. If the wheels attach…
You can pretty easily go from a 205/75-14 to a 15 inch tire size like 205/75-15 like with the #AM32395 without clearance issues. This will give you a slightly larger wheel and tire which will have a higher weight capacity. So you might gain a slight…
The actual weight of aluminum wheels versus steel wheels will depend on the design. For instance the Aluminum Sendel Series T02 Machined Trailer Wheel - 15" x 6" Rim - 6 on 5-1/2 #AM22654 will weigh 20 lbs and the Aluminum Lynx Trailer…
Weight distribution works to distribute the tongue weight of a trailer up to the front axle of the tow vehicle so that it will sit more level and handle/brake better. That being said the systems do not "reduce" tongue weight or allow you to…
The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13190 is a confirmed fit for your 2014 Mercedes-Benz GL 450 as long as you don't have the Active Curve System on your 4matic. It is a bolt on installation with complete hardware kit and instructions included. The…
Having the 4-way run out of the back hatch is actually the preferred method although it seems like it wouldn't be. Having the 4-way stored inside the cab of the keeps it protected from rain and moisture to prevent corrosion and keeps it protected…
Yes, all hitches have a tongue weight and towing capacity weight rating for standard towing. However, some hitches additionally have adjusted tongue weight and towing capacity weight ratings when used in conjunction with a weight distribution hitch…
The highest rated trailer hitch we have for your 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL450 is the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C13102 which does have a class III rating but is limited to only 3,500 lbs. The reason that this trailer hitch is rated so low is…
