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When I put it in reverse I get one long beep that lasts 2 or 3 seconds then it stops. When this happens the light on the PDC button flashes.
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When I put it in reverse I get one long beep that lasts 2 or 3 seconds then it stops. When this happens the light on the PDC button flashes.
Check your PDC connections.
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Agreed, sounds like during the hitch installation the wiring harness was not properly connected to each PDC sensor, or the harness was damaged.
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Check your PDC connections.
Love your metal bar below your front spoiler. Do you know where I could get that? Could you post that pic in the thread so we have it a little bigger than your avatar.

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Love your metal bar below your front spoiler. Do you know where I could get that? Could you post that pic in the thread so we have it a little bigger than your avatar.

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Check this thread for the larger pics.

And this one for the install pics and a few install tips. I think they're still available from Tischer BMW/ getbmwparts.com. Part number 51130392164. $1300.
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Just installed the tow package on my 2002 X5.
That was the best DIY project I have ever done. Turned out great. Thanks for the info!
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[QUOTE=X5Boise;872643]I recently installed the OEM BMW hitch on my 2005 E53 4.4i. I thought I’d jot down some linear and easy to follow notes to help others. As the BMW instructions were scattered and at times confusing, I thought I’d make my own guide. Hope this helps others in tackling this project (not to mention saving on a $600-700 installation fee)......


Does this hitch setup hide under the bumper and allow the hitch cover to be put back into place? I would use mine maybe once or twice a year and would rather it be concealed the rest of the time. Your instruction are detailed enough I think maybe even I could install this. Thanks for the great write up.
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I don't have a hitch cover but my hitch sticks out past where it would be so I guess the answer is no.
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I don't have a hitch cover but my hitch sticks out past where it would be so I guess the answer is no.
Is it OEM? I'll get the OEM hitch to keep the tow capacity up high.
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The hitch is, wiring is not.

It sits just like this oem one:
http://www.xoutpost.com/articles/x5/...tion-tips.html
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