Trailer Hitch and Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2006 BMW X5

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I have a 2006 BMW X5 and would like to purchase a trailer hitch along with a 4 bike rack. Which hitch would you recommend buying for ease of installation and value?

asked by: Dave B

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Expert Reply:

I recommend the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch for the 2006 BMW X5, item # 75492, which has a 6,000 pound towing weight capacity and a 600 pound tongue weight capacity. The highest capacity hitch is always the way to go when possible, for safety and versatility for future needs.

At first look the Curt Trailer Hitch for the 2006 BMW X5, item # C13162, seems to be an easier installation but if you review the instructions for each, I believe, you will see that the Draw-Tite model is just as easy to install, if not easier.

Finally, some items you may need to complete your towing setup are listed below.

Wiring # 119250KIT
Drawbar # C45010
Hitch Ball # 19260 or # 19247
Hitch Lock Kit # e99039

expert reply by: Robert G

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Answer 1

Yes, the installation of the Curt Trailer Hitch, item #C13162, on the 2003 BMW X5 does require some drilling. You will need to drill and enlarge a hole for installation. I have included a link to the installation instructions to the right for you.

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Answer 2

You are going to have to find a way to hold the nutsert so that you can remove the bolt and try again. It's a pretty tricky situation getting that bolt setup right but you have to do it just like the install instructions and video show. If…

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Answer 3

Most likely what you would need is the part #30717. This has a 4-way on one side of the connector that would get plugged into your Explorer and 7-way connector on the other side for connecting to your trailer. This 7-way is a 7-way blade style…

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Answer 4

Yes, the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C13162 is a fit for a 2006 BMW X5 (All Models). It has a hidden cross tube or lack thereof, so you'll only see the receiver tube which makes for the best overall look. If you will be towing, then…

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Answer 5

To get the rivet nut included with the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13162 for your 2005 BMW X5 to tighten up you will need to push up with the hitch very tightly to while you torque the bolt in the rivet nut to the specs provided in the…

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Answer 6

Getting the running lights to work would require attaching the correct wire on the trailer wiring harness you are using to the correct wire on the 2005 BMW X5. It will be very similar to the video I have linked showing a typical installation of…

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Answer 7

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 8

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 9

There is only one difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13176 and etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98909 that fit your 2020 Chevrolet Colorado, which is the finish. The Curt trailer hitch has a glossy black finish while the etrailer…

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Answer 10

To add a hitch to your 2024 Toyota RAV4, I recommend the etrailer item #e23ZR. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Toyota with included hardware. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a 4,000 lbs towing capacity, and a 600…

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Answer 11

Lance does have a proprietary plug, but many customers see a standard 6-way or 7-way round and notice it doesn't fit their factory 7-way as well. I've attached an article to help if you have one of the 7-way or 6-way round connectors which we…

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Answer 12

Yes, we do. To add a hitch to your 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch item #C26VV. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Toyota with included hardware. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a…

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