Installation of Draw-Tite Class III Receiver on 2009 BMW X5
Updated 04/19/2011 | Published 04/18/2011
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Question:
Will I need to trim the bumper for this installation and will the bumper need to be removed for the installation?
asked by: Bruce C
Expert Reply:
The bumper fascia and the bumper impact bar will need to be removed to install the Draw-Tite Class III Receiver on your 2009 BMW X5. An 8 inch by 2 inch portion of the underside of the bumper fascia will need to be trimmed away to allow the receiver to clear the bumper fascia.
I have linked you to the installation instructions, which describe in detail the install process. If you scroll down to the second page of the instructions, figure # 5 shows a detailed illustration of the area on the underside of the bumper fascia that will need to be trimmed.
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I've linked you to a video showing the hitch being installed on a 2011 BMW X5.
