The Thule Roof Mounted Cargo Basket is meant to be attached to the cross bars of a roof rack system. To provide cross bars on your existing rails that run from the front to the rear of the vehicle, you can use the Rola Sport Series Roof Rack with RB Mounting System, # 59827. If these can be installed between 20 inches and 37 inches apart, then the Thule Canyon XT # TH859XT will work for you.
It is also advised to check the owners manual to determine the weight capacity of your vehicle... view full answer...
In regards to towing with a 2016 BMW X3; you'll need a trailer hitch like the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 76226, a trailer wiring harness like the Curt Powered Tail Light Converter with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector part # C59236, and a ball mount/hitch ball like the etrailer Ball Mount Kit part # 989899. In regards to the rear sensors, these should only be an issue while in reverse. I would check the in-dash settings to see if they can be disable while towing. If... view full answer...
It sounds like you need to use the hatch anchors instead of the clips. Hollywood Racks says that some vehicles, like yours, have small tolerances where the clips cannot easily fit, but these anchors will allow you to easily install the bike rack onto your 2020 BMW X3. Two of these should have been included when you bought the Hollywood Racks Over-the-Top 3 Bike Rack HRF2-3. Since you will need two anchors for the bottom and two for the sides, you will want to grab a couple more Replacement... view full answer...
The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C13387 comes with everything needed to install on your 2019 BMW X3. If you are planning on towing with your vehicle, you will need a trailer wiring harness made for your vehicle. I recommend the Tekonsha T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # TK77FR as it does not require splicing into your factory harness, which makes for a clean install.
I included the install video for the Curt # C13387 and a video for the Tekonsha Harness... view full answer...
For carrying a bike rack the hitch I recommend for your 2017 BMW X3 is the Draw Tite part # 76226 which is mostly hidden, is 2 inch in size, and has great weight capacities to carry a bike rack like the Hollywood Racks Trail Rider # HR200Z. view full answer...
No, the Tekonsha T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector item # TK77FR does not require you to have your car recoded. It is a good idea to disconnect your battery and then reattach the battery to your system after the install is completed. This will not affect your bumper sensors. view full answer...
Auto parts stores, hardware stores, online stores will have rivet guns for plastic rivets. You will find a lot of options if you Google search plastic rivet gun. Both the Draw-Tite hitch # 76226 and Curt hitch # C13316 for your 2015 BMW X3 include replacement rivets. I have included links to the installation instructions for both hitches for you.
If you plan on doing some towing I recommend etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch... view full answer...
If you are using the Curt Echo Mobile Trailer Brake Controller part # C51180 with the Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller part # ETBC7 then you only need to run the black wire to the battery and then the white wire to a ground. The blue (brake output) and yellow wires do not need to be run and can just be tied off. I think this is what you are asking but if not please just let me know. view full answer...
We don't have an install video for the Draw-Tite # 76226, but I've linked you to the installation instructions so you can look them over.
If your 2019 BMW X3 is NOT an M40i model, you can use the Curt # C13387 which we do have a video for. You can use the provided link to view it. You'll also need to pick up a plastic rivet gun to complete the installation.
If you'll be towing with your hitch, you'll need a wiring harness like # C59236, a ball mount like # D-28, a hitch pin like # PC3... view full answer...
You can view the install instructions by clicking on the link provided below or on the product description page.
The install is pretty involved, requiring the removal of the rear bumper fascia and bumper. The hitch actually replaces the bumper beam located behind the fascia. The fascia would then need to be trimmed as shown in the instructions before being replaced on the vehicle. When trimming the fascia, remember the old woodworkers credo: Measure twice, Cut once! view full answer...
The Curt Class III Hitch, part # 13573 will not interfere with the spare tire of your X3. The hitch actually replaces the steel bumper behind the rear fascia, the spare tire is located behind this area and would not affect the hitch installation.
For your convenience, I will include a copy of the installation instructions. You can see the instructions by using the link provided below. view full answer...
I have a solution for you, but there is not a plug and play adapter for a Tekonsha brake controller to be used with a 2021 BMW X3. You could hardwire your Tekonsha Primus # TK90160 into the vehicle. Or you could use a wireless brake controller like the Curt Echo Mobile # C51180, which is controlled with your smart phone (iOS 8.0/Android 4.4 or newer required). The Echo provides you with the same proportional braking as the Primus, but in a plug and play solution that's extremely popular... view full answer...
The Draw Tite part # 76226 that fits your 2022 BMW X3 Xdrive30i will partially obstruct the hands free liftgate sensors but you would be able to kick to sides of hitch and still activate them. If you wanted a hitch that would not affect them at all you would need to go with the Stealth hitch part # SH46FR as it has a totally removable lower hitch opening. view full answer...
The Hollywood Racks Over-The-Top rack # HRF2 does not have a locking feature. To secure it to the vehicle and deter theft you could use passive security strap, # TH533, and to lock the bikes to the rack you could use cable lock # e98891. view full answer...
Yes, you can install the Tekonsha Prodigy P3, # 90195, on your 2018 BMW X3 M40i if it is pre-wired with the 4-pin brake controller connector under the dash. In order to do this we will have to completely cut off the factory plug and butt connect the brake controller wires to the factory wires because a plug-in harness does not exist at this time.
Please note, we strongly recommend using a circuit tester like part # PTW2993 to test the functions of each wire before you make any cuts or... view full answer...
As of right now (November 2023) we haven't had a chance to install the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e46KR on a 2024 BMW X3, but we do have an installation video of the Curt Trailer Hitch # C13387 on a 2020 BMW X3 that I'm linking for you to reference.
The only difference between these hitches is the etrailer brand has a matte black finish while the curt has a glossy black finish. I like the matte black better because it blends in with the vehicle better and is more resistance to scratches... view full answer...
Yes. You won't want to open the rear hatch with the Yakima FullBack 2 # Y02634 attached because the hooks could get pinched and damage your 2020 BMW X3. The great thing about the Yakima FullBack is that it comes with a security lock to keep the rack attached to the car as well as a cable lock that extends from the front of the right arm, wraps around your bikes, and secures to a post built into the arm; this means you won't need any additional security unless you're looking for something... view full answer...
Since trailer hitch installs are pretty basic compared to what mechanics normally do on a regular basis any local mechanic near you with a good reputation will do a great job.
When it's time to get the towing components needed you'd just then need the part # SH58VR.
For a bike rack the Kuat NV part # NV22G is widely considered the best bike rack you can get that is loaded with features and is also the best looking option too. view full answer...
Kat's heaters recommends the # KH11431 for the 3.0L engine in the 2007 BMW X3. It's designed to take the place of the frost plug on the right hand (passenger) side of the engine block toward the center of the block.
I checked their fit information on their website and wasn't able to find any reference to the # KH30926 being a fit for the 3.0L engine in an X3. view full answer...
The Trailer Wiring Adapter, part # C35FR, you have referenced will work with both incandescent or LED lights on a trailer. This adapter is designed to be used on vehicles with incandescent lights towing a trailer with LED lights.
The Lamp Out Warning Module on your BMW X3 is a feature that lets you know of a bulb that is burned out on your vehicle. It also passes through the trailer wiring. When towing with a trailer that has LED lights, which require less power then incandescent lights,... view full answer...
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