To tow a trailer with any vehicle you need a trailer hitch, ball mount kit, and wiring. Since you are needing to tow a trailer that has brakes with your 2018 BMW X5 you will also need a brake controller.
The trailer hitch that I recommend using is the Curt # 13077 which pairs nicely with the Curt ball mount kit # C45036. This trailer hitch has a 6,000 lb towing rating and a 600 lb tongue weight rating but you will want to compare these with the weight ratings of your X5 in your owner's... view full answer...
Since your 2012 BMW X5 currently has nothing, it sounds like you do not have a tow package. Given the lack of tow package and the year/make/model of your vehicle, there are not going to be any plug-n-play options available. I will list out the parts needed below, but if you are hesitant about the installation process, I highly recommend having the installation done by a certified technician.
Trailer Hitch:
- etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e84AR
This is a bolt-on, no-drill installation... view full answer...
I have a solution for you, but the EcoHitch # EH44FR is designed to fit on the 2018 BMW X5 and not the X6 For the 2018 BMW X6 you'll want to use the Curt # 13077, which also has a concealed cross tube design like the EcoHitch. If you're going to be towing with this hitch, you'll need also need a wiring harness, ball mount and hitch ball.
For the wiring harness I recommend using the ZCI Circuit Protected Vehicle Wiring Harness w/ 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector and Installation Kit # 119250KIT... view full answer...
With The Curt Powered Tail Light Converter Kit # C56190KIT having zero output to the right side turn/brake lights it sounds like you have a bad ground. Make sure the ground is attached to a clean and corrosion free bare metal surface. You should also check out the main trailer connector ground and the pins on the vehicle and the trailer side 4-way connectors and make sure they're clean and free of corrosion.
There could also be something on the vehicle side wiring. The Hook Probe Circuit... view full answer...
If this is a Thule part, and they have made parts for BMW previously, you'll want to use the # THKEYN005. This key will work with lock cores numbered 005 view full answer...
To start, if you don't already have a 4 way wiring harness on your X5 you'll need that first, I recommend using the Curt # C56190KIT since it's a plug and play solution, and Curt wiring is one of the most reliable solutions.
Then, I recommend using the # ETBC7L to install a 7 way connector on your 2017 BMW X5, which will give you a 7 way connector that can be used with wireless brake controllers. I recommend using this instead of the # ETBC7 because your 2017 BMW X5 isn't going to have... view full answer...
The Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter # TK29FR is what you'd use if your 2017 BMW X5 has the factory 7-Way connector at the back. Since you're using the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness # TK47FR that tees in behind the tail lights on your vehicle you need to use the Universal Wiring Kit # ETBC7 instead. This kit comes with all of the wiring and connections you need for a fully-functioning 7-way as well as what you need to get a brake controller up and running.
Please note that it might be difficult... view full answer...
Since the 2017 and 2019 BMW X5 are from 2 different generations, unfortunately there are enough differences between the 2017 and 2019 model years that a hitch from the 2017 model year wouldn't fit on a 2019.
The Curt # 13077 is indeed a fit for the 2017 model, but they don't offer one for the 2019. For the 2019, you'd use the Draw-Tite # 76288.
If you'll be towing with the hitch, you'll need a trailer wiring harness, a ball mount and a trailer ball. For wiring, I'd recommend the # 119250KIT.... view full answer...
The # SH64MR Stealth Hitch you'd looked at is a fit for your 2020 BMW X5 if it's an M Performance model. If you have the M Sport model, you'd want to use # SH89VR instead. The receiver included with either hitch is designed for carrying hitch mounted accessories only, and isn't designed to tow a trailer.
To tow a trailer, you'll need the # SH58VR towing kit which includes the ball mount and the trailer wiring harness assembly. The towing kit is compatible with all models of the 2020 BMW... view full answer...
I can help you find what you need to get it installed but there isn't a direct plug-in wiring adapter for the Prodigy P2 # 90885 that's confirmed to fit your 2017 BMW X5.
You can install a 4-way trailer connector on the back of your X5. Use # 119250KIT for this. It needs to be hardwired into the BMW's wiring. Then use our # ETBC7 kit to convert the 4-way to a 7-way. This kit also includes everything you need to install the P2.
However, finding the wiring under the dash for the P2... view full answer...
You will need the Adapter 4-Pole to 5-Pole Trailer Wiring Adapter # 47515. This adapter includes the wire and tap to connect to the reverse light circuit on your 2013 BMW X5. It will then allow you to adapt the 4-way ZCI Circuit Protected Vehicle Wiring Harness # 119250KIT to connect to your boat trailer with the 5-way harness. view full answer...
In order to install a brake controller on your BMW X5, you really just need the brake controller, since you've already got a factory 7 way plug. The caveat here is that your BMW does not have a plug in adapter available to install a brake controller, so installation of a brake controller would require hardwiring into the vehicle's wiring.
If you've already got a brake controller, you will need to look under the dash to find the 12v power from the battery, the brake control wire from the... view full answer...
Great news, I can help you figure out what you will need for your LED trailer lights to work in combination with your 2011 BMW X5 LED lights.
If you have a factory 7-way installed on your vehicle from the manufacturer, then you may need one of the two adapters # C57003 or # 20142 you referenced. Both would work and complete the same function, the Tow Ready # 20142 is a popular option among our customers.
If you happen to have an aftermarket one like our # 119250KIT that has a power wire... view full answer...
Firstly congratulations on the purchase of your new 2023 BMW X5 with M Sport Package. When it comes to installing a hidden trailer hitch onto your vehicle I would recommend The Stealth Hitch # SH25VR. After installation this trailer hitch has a completely hidden design, that will give it a clean, from-the-factory look and it will not affect the ground clearance or block your trunk's foot-access sensor.
The Stealth hitch requires no drilling for installation, but it does require temporary... view full answer...
If your X5 has a factory-installed 7-way trailer connector then I recommend the Curt Echo Trailer Brake Controller # C51180, which simply gets plugged into the 7-Way itself and pairs to your smart phone via Bluetooth. This eliminates the need to splice into any factory wiring on the BMW and doesn't require a separate item to be mounted inside the vehicle, since your phone is what's used to adjust any settings or activate the manual override.
I have attached a demonstration video below... view full answer...
At this time there is not an aftermarket brake controller wiring harness available for the 2004 BMW X5 3.0l. If your vehicle has factory original 7-Way RV tow package wiring you will have to contact the dealer to see if there is a brake controller wiring port and mating plug for installation of a brake controller on your vehicle.
If your vehicle is not set up with factory 7-Way RV tow package wiring, you will need the, # 119250KIT, Circuit Protected 4-Way wiring harness, if you do not... view full answer...
Both hitches fit certain models of the 2018 BMW X5.
The EcoHitch # EH44FR will fit 2018 BMW X5 models, with the exception of M performance models (will fit M sport model) that have a rear back up sensor. The EcoHitch # 306-X7265 fits 2018 X5 models without the backup sensors, except M performance models.
The Stealth Hitch # SH79VR hitch you'd looked at fits all models except the M performance. For the M performance, you'd use # SH56VR. Both hitch include the receiver that's meant to... view full answer...
We have just what you're looking for with the Curt # 13077 which is a concealed cross tube design hitch and has been confirmed as a fit on the 2015 BMW X5 with the M Sport package. This hitch will mount behind your bumper so that only the receiver is visible and provides you with a 2" receiver that is perfect for towing or carrying hitch mounted accessories. This hitch will not interfere with the backup sensors on your bumper, but you will likely need to disconnect them during installation... view full answer...
Congrats on your recent purchase of the 24x60 etrailer Cargo Carrier # e98874 and the Light Kit # 98174LED! The correct brackets you need to install that light kit on your cargo carrier come in the kit # e98943-44.
I have attached some videos for you to check out. view full answer...
Typically tire chains should go on the drive axle of the vehicle, and some vehicles will require Class S compatible chains. There will be certain vehicles that you just can't put chains on and you'll need to use snow socks or something similar on. The best place to find information on chains is going to be the owner's manual of your vehicle.
With that said, for the front tires I recommend using the Konig Self-Tensioning Snow Tire Chains - Diamond Pattern - D Link - XG12 Pro - Size 255... view full answer...
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