Will Fascia Trimming Be Required to Install etrailer Brand e84AR Class III Hitch on 2011 BMW X5
Question:
When installing on a 2011 BMW X5 35i, will I need to trim the bumper plastic like the other brand need to do?
asked by: Jeremy
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Expert Reply:
Per the linked instructions, the etrailer brand # e84AR Class III hitch will require trimming a 4 x 2-1/4 inch piece of the bumper fascia away. I've linked to an install video for the # 13077 hitch which installs in the same manner.
expert reply by:
Mike L
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Fascia Trimming Required
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
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- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 600 lbs TW
- 6000 lbs GTW
- 6000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
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- Concealed Cross Tube
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etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 600 lbs TW
- 6000 lbs GTW
- 6000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 600 lbs WD TW
- Concealed Cross Tube
- etrailer
more information >
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