09-15-2009, 11:20 PM | #1 |
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Towing Hitch
Thinking about installing a towing hitch on my 06 X3.
Does anyone have recommendations or pics which ones are the best fit ? |
09-17-2009, 05:21 AM | #2 | |
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You can install it if you know cars, but programming must be done by the dealer. Don't let them charge you for more than 1 Hour, but I doubt it takes more than 30 minutes. I'd call around for the best price quote! |
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I had to buy new diffuser with a removable plastic when hook is on. (M pac.) No programming was needed and PDC works with hook on. An independent BMW shop installed it for 200€, and the hook was 399€ delivered home. http://cgi.ebay.de/Anhaengerkupplung...4.c0.m14.l1262 If US has different system (probably does) try to find out who makes that set for BMW and if they sell it elsewhere.
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thanks for the instruction guide, is it suitable for LCI X3 as well? (i.e post 2006 models)
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The book is not completely correct, the car does require programming after the install, to have trailer BRAKE lights work!!!
Install a test light, to see for yourself...!!! |
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I disagree. I know what I'm talking about, and anybody can check with dealer to confirm I'm right, so whatever you want to say is fine, but I'm more than right about the needed programming. I'm not talking about running lights, I'm talking about BRAKE lights!!!
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I don't think non- iDrive cars need programming.
An X6 with iDrive and rear camera does for sure. After the dealer installed my hitch, another option in the iDrive camera setting showed up. The option lets you select the camera angle for tow hitch so when you are backing up you get a better view of the hitch when moving into position to connect a trailer.
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Wow, a person that thinks before they speak.
Who knows,,, but clearly know-it-all above might not realize that things change from time to time. The 07-09 model requires programming. A lot depends on how the dealer sets the computer up before selling the car. Maybe they were kind enough to pre-program his car, but it is required to function correctly & safely. Quote:
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