Removing OEM Hitch
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Removing OEM Hitch
Hi all, purchased a 16 SQ5 that has a hitch installed, never going to tow with this vehicle and I hate the look of it... sort of confused on if the hitch actually looks like this and will only need the 1 reinforcement beam to replace the hitch or if I will need the reinforcement beam and the 2 brackets that slide into the body
Anyone have a picture of an OEM hitch uninstalled? Or has installed/un-installed one and can tell me
The oem part description makes it seem as if it is mounted to the brackets and does not slide into the body as seen with the Draw-Tite hitch https://www.etrailer.com/Trailer-Hit...leid=201545178
Also, Side note...anyone looking to purchase a OEM hitch!
Anyone have a picture of an OEM hitch uninstalled? Or has installed/un-installed one and can tell me
The oem part description makes it seem as if it is mounted to the brackets and does not slide into the body as seen with the Draw-Tite hitch https://www.etrailer.com/Trailer-Hit...leid=201545178
Also, Side note...anyone looking to purchase a OEM hitch!
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If you remove the trailer module also you will need to re-program or have error messages. Can of worms, I am with Coolieman1220 leave it on comes in handy.
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Hi all, purchased a 16 SQ5 that has a hitch installed, never going to tow with this vehicle and I hate the look of it... sort of confused on if the hitch actually looks like this and will only need the 1 reinforcement beam to replace the hitch or if I will need the reinforcement beam and the 2 brackets that slide into the body
Anyone have a picture of an OEM hitch uninstalled? Or has installed/un-installed one and can tell me
The oem part description makes it seem as if it is mounted to the brackets and does not slide into the body as seen with the Draw-Tite hitch https://www.etrailer.com/Trailer-Hit...leid=201545178
Also, Side note...anyone looking to purchase a OEM hitch!
Anyone have a picture of an OEM hitch uninstalled? Or has installed/un-installed one and can tell me
The oem part description makes it seem as if it is mounted to the brackets and does not slide into the body as seen with the Draw-Tite hitch https://www.etrailer.com/Trailer-Hit...leid=201545178
Also, Side note...anyone looking to purchase a OEM hitch!
Brian
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I have a truck to tow with if need be, didn't think I would need to code to remove it though
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You really should let people know what state and town you live in to make this happen. I know a guy here Denver, CO who wants a cheap hitch. Also the process is pretty simple. Take the bumper off, take out some of the interior panels in the hatch, unplug the wire harness, remove 4 bolts holding the hitch on, put the aluminum bumper beam on, and put it all back together. Yes you will likely have to code the car to remove the OEM hitch, especially if you have side assist or similar options.