Trailer Wiring Harness Installation - 2013 BMW X5 Video

The Upgraded Heavy Duty ModuLite Circuit Protected Vehicle Wiring Harness #119147KIT is the correct kit for your 2014 BMW X3 xDrive28i. There are no plug and play options aside from that factory wiring you described. The installation of this wiring…

Brakes controllers, whether they are time delay or proportional, require an input signal from a dedicated brake light only circuit. The mechanic is correct in that the brake light switch wire is very difficult to access on BMWs. But any brake light…

I recommend going with the Curt trailer Hitch #13077 and then the Tekonsha ZCI Wiring Kit #119250KIT for towing with your 2013 BMW X5 3.5i because the Curt hitches tend to have the best welds and thicker powder coats, and then the ZCI wiring keeps…

The Draw Tite Hitch part #75600 has been confirmed as a fit for your 2012 BMW X5 but for models after the 2011 year will have to obtain new push rivets from a BMW dealer. The supplied ones will not work unfortunately. I attached an install video that…

There are two EcoHitch Stealth Trailer Hitch Receivers for a 2015 BMW X5, part #306-X7265 if you don't have reverse sensors or part #EH44FR if you do have reverse sensors. Therefore, it looks like you need the latter of the two options. I have…

From what you described you're either looking for the EcoHitch #EH44FR which doesn't require fascia trimming but it does replace the OEM impact structure behind the bumper, or the Draw-Tite #75600 which is the only hitch that lets you…

If you are looking for the best option of hitch, the EcoHitch Stealth Trailer Hitch #EH44FR. This will be completely hidden when not in use, does work with the back up sensor, and will not require cutting to get installed. It is also rated up to…

For your 2017 BMW X5 we do have trailer lighting harnesses like the Curt part #C56190KIT which plugs into the vehicle taillight harnesses for an easy install.

The EcoHitch #306-X7265 and #EH44FR have one real difference between them. The #EH44FR is designed for vehicles with a backup sensor and the #306-X7265 is designed for vehicles without a backup sensor. Outside of this and a slight difference in…

You have a lot of options with us. Using the fitguide will let you know which hitches will work regardless of if it's the 8cyl or 6cyl M body. For your 2013 BMW X5 M Body you can choose from one of these Class III hitch options. First up, with a…

I spoke to EcoHitch and their Stealth Trailer Hitch Receiver #EH44FR does not require the removal of the tow hooks to install their receiver. So your tow hooks will still be accessible on your 2013 BMW X5.

I took a look for you and can confirm that there is no trimming of any fascia required to install the EcoHitch you asked about that fits your 2017 BMW X5: - EcoHitch Stealth Trailer Hitch Receiver #EH44FR This is a really cool choice for a hitch on…