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Retrofit Trailer Hitch With Electric Release - AN31.10-P-8082MFE

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Model 118.3/6 

with code 554 (Preinstallation for trailer hitch) 

MODIFICATION NOTES

15.09.2020 Delete code 554 (Pre-installation for trailer hitch) from vehicle documentation (VeDoc) added. Operation step 16  
G16063164Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA
G16063165Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA
DANGER Risk of death  caused by vehicle slipping or toppling off of the lifting platform. Align vehicle between vehicle lift columns and position the four support plates at the vehicle lift support points specified by the vehicle manufacturer. AS00.00-Z-0010-01A
Notice  Notes on installing a trailer hitch   AH31.10-P-1000-02CW 
Notice  Information on preventing damage to electronic components due to electrostatic discharge   AH54.00-P-0001-01A
Notice  Notes on retrofitting electrical/optical lines   AH82.00-P-0000-01A
Notice  Notes on self-locking nuts and bolts   AH00.00-P-0001-01KOA
  Notes on EU type approval requirements   AH31.10-P-1000-03T 
  Notes on safety-relevant components   AH00.00-Z-0019-01A
REMOVING Remove     
1 Print out "Trailer hitch, certificate" document. For non-EU countries.
IMPORTANT The "Trailer hitch, certificate"  document must be submitted on final inspection.
* only for Europe,
↓
 
REFER TO FORMS   Trailer coupling certificate OF31.10-P-1000-01Z
2 Print out the detailed installation instructions and hand them over to the customer. For do-it-yourself installation of trailer hitch by the customer.  
3 Remove trim in trunk on right side.    
REFER TO TESTING & REPAIR   Model 118.3 with code 554 (Preinstallation for trailer hitch) AR68.30-P-4800MFV
REFER TO TESTING & REPAIR   Model 118.6 with code 554 (Preinstallation for trailer hitch) AR68.30-P-4800MFD
4 Remove lower liftgate trim.    
REFER TO TESTING & REPAIR   Model 118.6 with code 554 (Preinstallation for trailer hitch) AR72.20-P-6617MFA
5 Remove trim from trunk lid.    
REFER TO TESTING & REPAIR   Model 118.3 with code 554 (Preinstallation for trailer hitch) AR68.30-P-8151MFV
6 Remove rear bumper.    
REFER TO TESTING & REPAIR   IMPORTANT The factory-installed rear underfloor paneling is no longer required. It is replaced by underbody paneling with a cutout for the ball head of the trailer hitch. AR88.20-P-2200MFA
7 Release black 8-pin plug (6.1) and black 4-pin plug (6.3) at crossmember (6).    
8 Release electrical wiring harness (6.2) from crossmember (6).    
9 Remove crossmember (6). IMPORTANT The crossmember (6) is no longer required.  
INSTALLING Install     
10 Retrofit mechanical detachable parts.   AN31.11-P-8080-05MFC 
    TORQUE SPECIFICATION Bolt/nut, trailer hitch to longitudinal member reinforcement *BA31.11-P-1001-01K 
    TORQUE SPECIFICATION Nut, longitudinal member reinforcement for trailer hitch to body *BA31.11-P-1002-01K 
    TORQUE SPECIFICATION Screw/bolt, longitudinal member reinforcement for trailer hitch to body *BA31.11-P-1003-01K 
11 Retrofit trailer socket wiring harness.   AN31.19-P-8100-10MFC 
    TORQUE SPECIFICATION Trailer hitch ground point *BA00.19-P-1010-02E 
12 Install rear switch module holder into rear bumper. Model 118.3 (except 118.386), 118.6 (except 118.686) with code 554 (Preinstallation for trailer hitch) with code 772 (AMG styling - Front spoiler, side skirts) except code 871 (Sensor system for trunk lid opening/closing)
except code 889 (KEYLESS-GO)
AN31.11-P-8080-01MFD 
13 Install new exhaust gas recirculation line with insulation.    
REFER TO TESTING & REPAIR   Model 118.3/6 with engine 654 with code 554 (Preinstallation for trailer hitch) AR14.20-P-1065MFF
14 Retrofit release switch.   AN31.19-P-8080-07MFV 
15 Install remaining parts. IMPORTANT Connect release switch. Use new rear underbody paneling.  
  Update Vehicle Documentation (VeDoc)     
16 Delete special equipment from online vehicle data card. IMPORTANTCode 554 (Pre-installation for trailer hitch)   
17 Enter special equipment into on-line vehicle data card. IMPORTANTCode 550 (Trailer hitch)   
18 Attach note "Trailer hitch retrofitted as per AN31.10-P-8082MFE" under field organization texts to DG 14, DG 31, DG 54 and DG 88.    
19 Connect diagnostic system and select vehicle using vehicle identification number (VIN).    
REFER TO SELF-DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEMS     AD00.00-P-2000-06MFA
20 Perform variant coding using the software calibration number (SCN). IMPORTANTElectronic ignition lock control unit 
Instrument cluster control unit 
Head unit 
Drivetrain control unit 
ESP® control unit 
Signal acquisition and actuation module 
IMPORTANT Model 118.3/6
With CODE 218 (Reversing camera)
Model 118.3/6
With code 501 (360°camera)
IMPORTANTParking system control unit 
IMPORTANT Model 118.3/6 with code 871 (Sensor
system for trunk lid opening/closing)
Rear switching module 
 
21 Disconnect diagnostic system.    
REFER TO SELF-DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEMS     AD00.00-P-2000-06MFA
INSPECT Check     
22 Carry out function check of lighting signals on trailer hitch mains outlet.   AN31.19-P-8100-06MFA 
23 Check whether ball neck folds in and out properly. IMPORTANT See Owner's Manual.  
GROUND POINTS

Number Designation Model 118
BA00.19-P-1010-02E Trailer hitch ground point W7/9 M6 Nm 10
TRAILER COUPLING MECHANISM

Number Designation Model 118, 177, 206, 243, 247
BA31.11-P-1001-01K Bolt/nut, trailer hitch to longitudinal member reinforcement Nm 140
TRAILER COUPLING MECHANISM

Number Designation Model 118, 177, 206, 243, 247
BA31.11-P-1002-01K Nut, longitudinal member reinforcement for trailer hitch to body Nm 55
TRAILER COUPLING MECHANISM

Number Designation Model 118, 177, 206, 243, 247
BA31.11-P-1003-01K Screw/bolt, longitudinal member reinforcement for trailer hitch to body Nm 140
PARTS ORDERING NOTE

Part no. Designation Quantity
KG 99 (see XENTRY Portal Parts information) Trailer hitch parts kit 1