Trailer Mode Won't Turn On After Stealth Hitch Install On BMW X5 XDrive 40i

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I had stealth hitch authorized installer installed Stealth Hitch on 2021 X5 xDrive 40i. All the lights work but trailer mode won’t show up on iDrive menu. Any suggestions?

asked by: Ryan

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For your Stealth Hitches Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver w/ Towing Kit - Custom Fit - 2" # SH25VR there are two options.

Stealth hitch offers a remote programming option for the BMW you would need to contact Stealth to get this started.

If that isn't feasible, you will need to contact a BMW dealer to get them to program it. BMW does make a controller and wire harness that will give you true trailer mode. Just need the dealer to get it for you and install.

expert reply by: David B

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Merg

4/2/2024

And when the BMW dealer refuses to even consider installing the wiring and control module. Even one of their own. Suggestions?

Bud M.

5/7/2024

@Merg If the BMW dealer is refusing to install BMW wiring and control module then you should try contacting a different BMW dealer. I do not understand any reason they would not install their own products. If you are going to install the Stealth Hitches Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver w/ Towing Kit - Custom Fit - 2" # SH25VR, Stealth Hitches can actually perform the update to the vehicles module. They would need for you to have a computer you can connect to the car and you can read more information on this in the instructions linked near the bottom of the page for the hitch and harness installation. At this point any shop in your area should be able to help you with this installation.

Answer 1

Hey Neil! I checked with Stealth Hitches and their Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver w/ Towing Kit item #SH25VR is exactly what you need for your 2020 BMW X5 40i S Drive. The Stealth Hitch item #SH25VR is custom fit and bolts to your BMW with included…

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Answer 2

The trailer hitch I recommend for your 2020 BMW X5 is the Draw Tite #76288 as it has plenty of towing capacity, is the more popular 2 inch hitch size, and has a mostly hidden appearance which also helps with ground clearance. Check out the picture I…

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Answer 3

For your 2019 BMW X5 the correct trailer hitch is the Draw-Tite Class III Max Frame #76288. This will line right up to existing holes in the frame rails for a bolt-on (no drill) installation and its hidden crosstube design allows for a sleek OEM…

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Answer 4

While they may appear similar, the 2019 BMW X5 equipped with an M-Sport package has a different rear suspension than other 2019 BMW X5 models, therefore the designs of the hitches themselves are different. It sounds like you're looking for a…

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Answer 5

For your 2022 BMW X5 we have the Draw Tite hitch part #76288 which would work really well. It's mostly hidden, has great towing capacities, and is also best priced option. For trailer wiring the zero contact ZCI kit part #119250KIT would be a…

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Answer 6

We have two really great hitch options for your 2020 BMW X5 M50i. We have the mostly hidden Draw Tite hitch part #76288 that only has the hitch opening hanging below the rear bumper or we have the totally hidden Hidden Hitch part #DT96GR which has a…

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Answer 7

As you can see in the linked install instructions, the Draw-Tite #76288 would require trimming the underside of the bumper fascia. I've provided a photo showing the detail of exactly how the fascia is trimmed, as well as a photo showing what the…

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Answer 8

Yes, the Draw Tite hitch part #76288 that you referenced does fit the 2022 BMW X5 45e that you mentioned.

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Answer 9

I recommend the Curt Echo Wireless Trailer Brake Controller #C51180 it is set up as fast as you can plug it into your vehicle and trailer ends. Then you control it via Bluetooth from an app on your mobile device. The Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Trailer…

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Answer 10

Yes, the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver #76288 that fits your 2019 BMW X5 does require some trimming of the bumper fascia, though it is not going to be noticeable. As you can see by the cut out of the linked directions, the fascia will need to be…

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Answer 11

According to Draw-Tite, fascia trimming would indeed be required to install the #76288 on your 2020 BMW X5. The good news is that the trimming is done to the underside of the fascia, so the trimmed area isn't very visible from the rear of the…

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Answer 12

The Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver #76288 is our most economical receiver for your 2022 BMW X5 without the M Sport package. This receiver will mount behind the bumper beam on your X5 so you will need to remove the bumper fascia and…

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Trailer Mode Won't Turn On After Stealth Hitch Install On BMW X5 XDrive 40i

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