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Installing the trailer tow hitch

NOTE: Schematic diagram is for example purposes. Some parts may differ in certain details.
TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Trailer tow hitch on body 
Nut M12x1 Replace nuts Tightening torque  108 Nm
G14218811Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Rear silencer to body/bumper support 
M8 Replace nuts. Tightening torque  19 Nm
TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Trailer tow hitch on body 
Nut M12x1 Replace nuts Tightening torque  108 Nm
G14218810Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Rear silencer to body/bumper support 
M8 Replace nuts. Tightening torque  19 Nm

Follow-up Work