Will Parking and Rear Hatch Sensors Work After Installing Draw-Tite Hitch Receiver on 2017 BMW X3

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Hi, My 2017 X3 has the hands free hatch opening functionality, as well as parking distance sensors. Will these continue to function properly with the hitch receiver installed? Thanks

asked by: Vincent C

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When installing the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver # 76226 on your 2017 BMW X3 the parking sensors will not be impacted. However, the hands free rear hatch feature could be impacted but just kick to the side of the receiver and it will work fine.

If you plan to tow a trailer with the X3 the wiring harness I recommend is the Curt # C59236.

expert reply by: Charles S

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Carlos

9/15/2024

Have a Curt hitch and Yakima bike rack coming for a 2021 X3. Do you know how to bypass rear parking sensors not going crazy when they detect foreign object (bike rack)? My car has collision prevention, if I even come close to a traffic cone it auto slams the brakes. Pretty sure a hitch and bike rack will make sensors go nuts and the car will stop . Help if you can.

Answer 1

Hello Michelle. Congrats on the new BMW X3! I have 2 different options for you to choose from. First is the Hidden Hitch by Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2" #DT56GR, this hitch is great because you can remove the 2"…

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Answer 2

The trailer hitch I recommend for your vehicle is the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver, part #76226. This is a Class lll hitch and it has a 2 inch receiver opening. The hitch's crosstube is hidden behind your rear bumper, retaining the factory…

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Answer 3

Both the Draw-Tite #76226 and the Curt #C13316 are fits for the 2015 BMW X3. Both hitches are pretty much on par as far as quality goes. The Draw-Tite does have a higher tongue weight and towing capacity as you mentioned, but you'd be limited to…

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Answer 4

I just spoke with my rep at Stealth Hitches to confirm. You're going to need the Stealth Hitches Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver w/ Towing Kit item #SH62VR for your 2021 BMW X3 30e Hybrid. The Stealth Hitches trailer hitch includes everything you…

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Answer 5

For carrying a bike rack with your 2021 BMW X3 M40i we have great hitch options. If you wanted something totally hidden when not in use we have the Stealth hitch part #SH46FR that has a lower hitch opening that is removable when not in use to give…

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Answer 6

For your 2018 BMW X3, we have a couple different hitch options. We have the Draw-Tite #76226 and the Curt #C13387. Both install in the same manner, so I have attached a couple photos to help you with the installed appearance. Either of these options…

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Answer 7

The Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver part #76226 is what I recommend for a 2021 BMW X3 xDrive30e. I checked with Draw-Tite and was able to confirm fit for you as well. This is a bolt-on hitch option with no drilling required and it has a…

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Answer 8

There is a single trailer hitch that fits your 2023 BMW X3 sDrive30i, so that's the one I recommend for you; the only option for your BMW is from Stealth Hitches: - Stealth Hitches Hidden Rack Receiver #SH46FR The #SH46FR is a really cool hitch,…

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Answer 9

I confirmed with Stealth Hitches that the #SH46FR will fit your 2021 BMW X3 xDrive 30e Hybrid. We have not done an install on your specific option of X3, I did include an install video on an xDrive 30i. Though these are a little differently equipped,…

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Answer 10

Hi John; it looks like the aerodynamic body kit is part of the M-Sport package on the 2024 BMW X3. If you want a standard hitch you can use the Curt #C99RV. This has a concealed cross tube but the receiver will still be visible at the rear of the…

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Answer 11

I recommend installing the Stealth Hitches Hidden Rack Receiver #SH46FR on your 2023 BMW X3 M40i. This has a 2" receiver which allows you to select from a large variety of bike racks. If you ever have a reason to tow a small trailer you can add…

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Answer 12

The best wiring harness for your 2020 BMW X3 M40i is the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness #TK77FR. When it comes to wiring, Tekonsha is the most reliable. This will plug into the connection points in your rear cargo area, providing you with a 4-way to…

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Will Parking and Rear Hatch Sensors Work After Installing Draw-Tite Hitch Receiver on 2017 BMW X3

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