BMW X5: Mount for trailer hitch
General information
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The mount for the trailer hitch is located on the rear of the vehicle.
Information on suitable trailer hitches is found on the underside of the mount, see arrow.
Remove the ball head when driving without a trailer or load carrier.
Safety information
Warning
During driving, high temperatures can occur underneath the vehicle body, for instance caused by the exhaust gas system. Contact with the hot components can cause burns.
There is a risk of injury. Do not touch hot components.
Do not perform work in the vicinity of hot components until after they have cooled down.
Removing the cover
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Pull the cover out of the back of the mount, and stow it in the vehicle.
Trailer connector
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The socket is located to the left of the mount for the trailer hitch.
Fittings for trailer safety chain
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There are two fittings on the mount for the trailer hitch for securing the trailer safety chain.
Secure the trailer safety chain to the fittings for increased safety when driving with a trailer.
Ensure that the trailer safety chain can move freely and is not dragging on the ground.
Brake Controller
The vehicle manufacturer recommends that you have a Brake Controller installed by a dealer's service center or another qualified service center or repair shop.
Information on installing a Brake Controller can be obtained from a dealer's service center or another qualified service center or repair shop.
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IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on protection against
electrostatic damage (ESD
protection).
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove ignition key.
Disconnect battery negative lead.
Remove flap in luggage compartment panel on right.
Lift back insulating mat (1).
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Frame Alignment Control Dimensions, Body
Dimensions in mm.
Measurement tolerances:
< or = 1000 mm +- 1.5 mm
> or = 1000 mm +- 2.5 mm
The control points shown serve to check the body and the straightening
attachment.
The specified dimensions/measurements always refer to the centerpoint of the
bore/screw.
Underbody view 1
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