Does Rear Bumper of 2015 BMW X5 Get Trimmed for Hitch Install
Updated 03/15/2016 | Published 03/14/2016
Question:
Hi there, I recently leased a 2015 X5. But i m really concerned about cutting the rare bumper to install the hitch. I heard 2015 X5 doesnt have to cut. is that true?
asked by: Yujie C
Expert Reply:
The rear bumper will have to be removed to install the Draw Tite hitch part # 75600 on your 2015 BMW X5 but it will get reinstalled once the hitch install is complete. The lower fascia will need to be trimmed, but it will be a section that is not visible from the rear of the vehicle.
If you wanted to do some towing you might be interested in 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 include a ball mount with the right rise or drop to tow the trailer level, check out the link I have included that explains how to measure to choose a ball mount to tow the trailer level.
For trailer wiring you would then want the part # 119250KIT.
