Trailer Hitch and Wiring for a 2016 BMW X1
Updated 05/19/2020 | Published 02/16/2016
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Hi, do you have an image showing how this trailer hitch will look like assembled to a 2016 BMW X1? Will the main structure be hidden behind the bumper? Thank you
asked by: JF F
Expert Reply:
Yes, I can provide a picture of Curt trailer hitch # C13303 installed on a 2016 BMW X1. You can see in the picture that only the receiver is visible and the rest is hidden behind the fascia of the 2016 BMW X1. I have also linked the instructions that have some pictures.
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 drop and one with a 2-3/4 inch rise or 4 inch drop. It also includes a 1-7/8 inch ball, 2 inch ball, hitch pin with clip, and a storage bag.
If the ball mount kit does not have the right rise or drop to tow the trailer level, use the link I have included that explains how to measure to choose a ball mount to tow the trailer level.
And for trailer wiring I recommend # 119250KIT. This set up will allow you to install a wiring harness without having to cut and splice into the vehicle wiring!
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- For Towing
- Class III
- 525 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Concealed Cross Tube
- CURT
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John
5/15/2020
How does that wiring harness (# 119250KIT) attach on a 2016 BMW X1? Is it below the vehicle or inside the vehicle?