There is a way to install a brake controller to your 2011 BMW X5 that will have a factory 7-way but there isn't a port under the dash for a plug and play solution. Easiest solution is the wireless Curt Echo Mobile part # C51180 which basically would just plug into the 7-way and once synced to your phone is ready to tow.
Or for a more standard controller the Brake EVN # TK63VR can install too pretty easily but you'll have to do some wiring.
Next, for a wiring kit to install the brake... view full answer...
Sounds like you are looking for a trunk mounted bike rack for your 2013 BMW X5. Check out the Thule Passage Bike Rack part # TH910XT. This rack has been confirmed to fit your vehicle and should work well for you. I attached a review video for you to check out as well.
If you plan on carrying any women's or alternative framed bikes without horizontal top tubes you may also be interested in purchasing a Swagman Easy-Out Women's and Alternative Frame Bike Adapter # 64005 to provide a horizontal... view full answer...
What it sounds like is going is that you are towing a trailer with your 2015 BMW X5 that has LED taillights and an error message is popping up on your dash. This is a common problem among BMW's. So much so there is a special adapter made to fix it.
What you will need is the 7-Way to 5-Way and 4-Way Trailer Adapter # C35FR. This adapter will adapt the 7-way on your vehicle to a 4-way and has diodes installed in it so that your vehicle won't think there is a problem with the vehicle taillights.
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If you wanted to try another trunk/hatch mount option, Hollywood Racks offers what might be the perfect solution. Their Over the Top 3 Bike Rack, part # HRF2-3 is specifically designed for vehicles that have the spoiler on the rear hatch. However, please DO NOT open the hatch with the rack in place. The extra weight of the rack on the hatch might cause the hatch to close unexpectedly, catching you by surprise (or by the head and neck !)
In order to completely avoid the chance of damaging... view full answer...
All the trailer hitches we offer for the 2015 BMW X5 would require that the rear bumper fascia be trimmed on the underside. I can understand not wanting to cut into the bumper fascia of your vehicle, but the good news is that the trimming is done on the underside of the fascia, and won't be visible from the rear of the vehicle, only from underneath.
I'd recommend the Draw-Tite Class III hitch, part # 75600 which has a 600 lb tongue weight capacity. Please note, the plastic push rivets... view full answer...
For the tire size 325/30R21 you have installed on your 2014 BMW X5 the K66 K-Summit Chains part # TH02230K66 have been confirmed as a fit.
This will fit the deep lug nuts you have on your vehicle, it comes with spacers and washers for you to use so that it can fit down into a deep lug nut hole. We haven't had any issues with people not being able to use these chains due to lug nuts being too deep in the rim so this would work well for you.
I attached a video that shows these chains being... view full answer...
I believe you are referencing # 37185, is also known as the part number 47185B. This would work to convert the 4-way of the Trailer Wiring harness part # 119250KIT to a 7-way.
To activate the reverse light circuit of the 7-way so that it will activate the reverse lock out of the surge actuator on your trailer you would need to run the purple wire of the # 37185 to the reverse light circuit of your 2001 BMW X5. view full answer...
the only exclusions for the trailer hitches that fit the 2016 BMW X5, # 75600 and # 13077, is that they will not fit M models.
For trailer wiring I recommend ZCI harness # 119250KIT because with it you will not have to cut and splice into the vehicle wiring for installation. To add a 7-Way you will need kit # ETBC7.
If you plan on using a brake controller the only one I recommend is the Prodigy RF # TK94FR because it mounts on the trailer and only needs the lighting functions and 12... view full answer...
For a 50 mm hitch ball like you need for your European Thule Easy Fold XT you'd want the Brophy Hitch Ball part # EH53C-C. Then for a ball mount the Draw Tite part # BWBMHD30210 would work great if you had a 2 inch hitch installed like the Draw Tite part # 76288 that is a confirmed fit for your 2022 BMW X5. view full answer...
Don't worry I can help, but for a boat trailer with a 4-way you shouldn't need a brake controller because they do not have electric brakes. A standard brake controller is not recommended to install on your vehicle due to low voltage brake light switch. A standard brake controller like the Voyager will not be able to be used on your X5.
If your planning on adding electric brakes to your boat trailer then you will want the Curt Echo brake controller # C51180 and the 7-way upgraded wiring... view full answer...
The Thule AeroBlade Edge Roof Rack part # TH7503-TH7503 is an excellent option for a 2013 BMW X5 and what I recommend using. It has the flush bar design so it will create a very factory-like appearance and the sleek aero bars will bend in well with the roof.
There should not be any issues with a pano roof but mfgs across the board don't recommend opening the roof with bars installed as there is a potential for interference. view full answer...
The reason the Stealth Hitches Hidden Rack Receiver - Custom Fit - 2" # SH56VR for your 2017 BMW X5 M Performance Model is only rated for 600lbs tongue weight but not trailer weight is because the receiver is only designed for bike racks or cargo carriers and cannot be used for a ball mount tow a trailer.
Since you cannot purchase just the tow bar without the wiring you will want to go with the Stealth Hitches Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver w/ Towing Kit - Custom Fit - 2" # SH52VR as it... view full answer...
The owner's manual for a 2021 BMW X5 does not clarify whether or not a weight distributing hitch can be used. That said, due to the design of the aftermarket hitches I do not recommend this as they are not rated for it. If the manufacturer states otherwise then that is fine but based on what I have to go off of I do not recommend using a weight distribution system with this vehicle.
If the trailer has brakes then you will need a brake controller to complete your setup, I recommend the... view full answer...
For both tire sizes we only have the K-Summit option for tire chains like the part # TH02230K66. This is a great option for low profile tire options as it won't come into contact with the rim. Also these chains don't require any inner tire shoulder clearance as they do not go over the shoulder of the tire. view full answer...
Yes, the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver # 76288 for your 2020 BMW X5 will require you to trim a section of bumper fascia to allow clearance for the drop-down receiver. You will just need to use a utility knife to cut out this 3-1/4" x 4" opening (see attached image).
I have included the full instructions manual below that you can also use for reference. view full answer...
Yes, for installing a brake controller in your 2006 BMW X5 the answer page you referenced would have just what you would need.
Since you do not have a factory trailer wiring you will need to start with a 4-way (if you do not have one). For that you would want the # 119250KIT. This wiring kit has been confirmed to fit your 2006 BMW X5 and work with it's taillight circuit design. Install video attached.
From there you would need to convert the 4-way to a 7-way so that you can install the... view full answer...
The correct replacement key would be the part # THLOCKN188 that you referenced. We have spoken with Thule before about the keys that end in R before and they state the replacement keys we offer that don't end in R will still work. view full answer...
In order to pick out the correct ball mount for your 2003 Ford Explorer you will need to first determine the amount of rise/drop that you would need. To do that check out the help article link I attached.
Once you know what you need check out the other link I attached that has all of the ball mounts we offer. You will need to select the rise/drop you need from the filters and the correct ball mounts will be listed. view full answer...
For your 2014 BMX X5, I recommend the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" # 75600. This is one of 2 custom fit options we have available. Both of these options do require trimming the rear fascia. This Draw-Tite option doesn't have as noticeable a trimming required because it is on the underside of the bumper. I've attached a video that shows this trimming and how it is done with a utility knife for a clean and easy cut. You will need to obtain... view full answer...
I have a great hitch recommendation for your 2016 BMW X5.
It's the Curt Class III, part # 13077. It gives a 2" receiver with a maximum tongue weight of 600 pounds and a maximum towing capacity of 6000 pounds. I've linked to a video installation of this hitch below.
For your bike rack, I recommend the Yakima HoldUp, part # Y02443-2. It's a wheel-mount platform rack that can support 4 bikes up to 50 pounds each. It has the fold-up and tilt-away features and can be reduced to a 2-bike rack... view full answer...
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