Expert Answers about BMW X3

• What Is the Difference Between Active and Passive Tow Wiring For a 2023 BMW X3
• So from what I can gather is that one harness will already have the coding needed to tow properly pre-programmed and the other would not. So a passive harness would then need to be coded before towing, while the active would be ready to roll as is.
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• Tire Chain Recommendation for a 2014 BMW X3 with 245/50-18 Tires
• The only tire chain that we currently have listed as a fit for the 245/50-18 tires on your 2014 BMW X3 are the Pewag Snox Pro Self-Tensioning Snow Tire Chains, # PWSXV580. These chains are Class S rated, which means they also qualify for the Class U rating. Class U is actually less restrictive than Class S, so these will work great for you. I have attached a demonstration video of these chains for you to check out. I have also attached a few help articles on tire chains.
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• Will Brake Controller Cause Battery Power Drain When Installed
• The Tekonsha Primus IQ Trailer Brake Controller, part # TK90160 has a power saving mode feature. If the brake controller senses no motion for fifteen minutes, enables the power saving mode and will have no significant draw from the battery and will not cause the battery to drain.
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• Hardware to Attach Thule Flat Top Ski Carrier to T-Slot in Crossbars on 2014 BMW X3
• You never mentioned the Thule ski rack you have, though I am going to assume it is the older Thule Flat Top, and we do have the needed parts so you can mount it in the T-slot of the crossbars on your 2014 BMW X3. What you need is the following: - Replacement Square Head Bolt for Thule Flat Top Ski and Snowboard Carrier # 853208904 - Replacement Round Nut for Thule Carriers # 853-5439
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• Installation Video for Thule Podium Roof Rack on 2013 BMW X3
• We shoot installation videos for products as our customers bring in their vehicles, so we are at the mercy of good luck in terms of what particular vehicles are available to do videos. We have had the opportunity to shoot install videos for Thule's rack system on a large number of vehicles, and you can review all of them on the linked page. For your 2013 BMW X3, the correct fit is crossbars # TH711200, Evo Flush foot pack # TH710601, and custom fit kit # TH186007. Thule has updated their...
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• Cargo Bag Options For 2008 BMW X3 With Moon Roof
• You will want to first check with your owners manual or with your dealership to find out what the roof weight capacity is for your 2008 BMW X3. With having a moon roof installed you may find that they recommend that nothing be placed on the roof surface or the moon roof of your vehicle. There are a couple of options for roof top carriers for you. If you find that your roof can handle some weight with the moon roof I recommend the Rightline Sport 2 Rooftop Cargo Bag, part # RL100S20. this...
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