What is Involved in Installing the Draw-Tite # 76288 with a Trunk Sensor on My 2021 BMW X5?
Question:
What is involved in installing the Draw-Tite 76288 on my 2021 BMW X5 without the M sport package? I'm worried about my trunk sensor.
asked by: Bob
Expert Reply:
When installing the Draw-Tite Hitch # 76288 on your 2021 BMW X5 (without the M Sport package), you first need to use a 13mm socket to remove 2 nuts from the exhaust (1 each side). Next, you will disconnect the back-up sensor wiring and hands free sensor. In order to access the top mounting fasteners, you need to lower the tailgate. Once you have completed the rest of the installation steps, you will re-install the sensors. You will still be able to use the sensor with the hitch installed (although you may need to swing your foot around the sensor area a bit more than before to activate it). I attached a screenshot of the installation process from the installation manual.
If you are looking to tow a vehicle, the Pro Series Adjustable 3-Ball Mount for 2" Hitches # 63070 is a simple solution. It's a great choice because it allows for a variety of trailer heights and coupler sizes for convenience and flexibility. I also recommend a 4-way wiring harness like the Curt Powered Tail Light Converter Kit with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # C56190KIT. The Curt 4-way will provide your trailer with brake light and turn signal functionality.
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Pro Series Adjustable 3-Ball Mount for 2" Hitches - 4-3/4" Drop, 5-11/16" Rise - 14K
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Adjustable Ball Mount
- 1-7/8 Inch Ball
- 2 Inch Ball
- 2-5/16 Inch Ball
- Three Balls
- Steel Ball
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 5 Inch
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- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 14000 lbs GTW
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Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class IV - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class IV
- 720 lbs TW
- 7200 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Concealed Cross Tube
- Draw-Tite
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