STEALTH HITCHES SHR31028 Receiver Hitch Package Instruction Manual
- June 12, 2024
- STEALTH HITCHES
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SHR31028 Receiver Hitch Package
Product Information:
Product Name: Rack Receiver Kit
Brand: Stealth Hitches
Model Number: SHR31028
Compatible Make: BMW
Compatible Models/Trims: X5 – 50i xDrive & M-Sport, X5 –
M50i, 40i s/x Drive & M-Sport, 45e xDrive & M-Sport, X6 –
M50i
Compatible Years: 2019-2020, 2019-2023, 2020-2022
Maximum Payload of Rack Receiver: 600 lbs
Maximum Tow Rating: 8000 lbs
Maximum Tongue Weight: 800 lbs
Under Vehicle Trimming:
- Heat Shield: No
- Fascia: No
- Gravel Guard Trimming: Yes
Additional Parts Required for Tow Kit: SHT25015 &
SHT25015A
Tools Required:
-
(2) Bolts 5/8 – 11 x 5
-
(2) 5/16 X 1 Bolts
-
15/16 Open End Wrench
-
18mm Deep Well, 8mm, 10mm, 12mm, 13mm, 1/2 & 15/16
Sockets -
T20, T25 & T30 Torx
-
Additional Tools for Tow Kit: 5/16 Allen Wrench (X5 only)
-
Passive or Active Wiring Harness Kit
Product Usage Instructions:
1. Read all instruction warnings and labels before installing or
using the product.
2. Ensure that no welding, metal drilling, or visible trimming
is required for installation.
3. Check the provided parts with the rack receiver kit.
4. Arrange the necessary tools mentioned in the manual.
5. If using a tow kit, determine whether a passive or active
wiring harness is required based on the vehicle model. The
instructions will indicate which wiring harness style is being used
and how to install it.
6. For active harnesses, programming of the vehicle’s computer
may be required before the trailer lights will function. Contact
Stealth for remote BMW programming at least 1 week in advance of
the installation.
7. Install the rack receiver using steps 1-38 & 59-65
mentioned in the manual.
8. If installing a tow kit, follow the specific steps mentioned
in the manual based on the type of kit (passive or active) and the
vehicle model.
9. After installation, ensure that all vehicle components have
been replaced and are secured properly.
10. Do not modify the product in any manner, as it may affect
its integrity and lead to a loss of attachment between the trailer
and the tow vehicle.
11. Read all installation and operating instructions along with
labels before using the product.
12. Do not perform any installation or towing procedures without
fully understanding the correct tools and actions for all steps.
Seek support if needed.
13. Failure to comply with the safety information in the
instructions could result in serious injury or death.
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RACK RECEIVER KIT BOX#: SHR31028
HITCH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
MAKE: BMW
YEARS: 2019-2020 2019-2023
2020-2022
MODEL/TRIM: X5 – 50i xDrive & M-Sport X5 – M50i, 40i s/x Drive & M-Sport,
45e xDrive & M-Sport X6 – M50i
COMPATIBLE WITH TOW KIT: SHT25015 & SHT25015A
2″ RACK RECEIVER MAXIMUM PAYLOAD: 600 LBS
MAXIMUM TOW RATING: 8000 LBS MAXIMUM TONGUE WEIGHT: 800 LBS
UNDER VEHICLE TRIMMING:
HEAT SHIELD: NO FASCIA: NO GRAVEL GUARD TRIMMING: YES
READ ALL INSTRUCTION WARNINGS AND LABELS
NO WELDING, METAL DRILLING OR VISIBLE TRIMMING REQUIRED
PARTS SUPPLIED WITH RACK RECEIVER KIT:
TOOLS REQUIRED:
(2) BOLTS 5/8″ – 11 x 5″
(2) 5/16″ X 1″ BOLTS
15/16″ OPEN END WRENCH
18mm DEEP WELL, 8mm, 10mm,
12mm, 13mm, 1/2″ & 15/16″ SOCKETS
T20, T25 & T30 TORX
ADDITIONAL PARTS FOR TOW KIT:
5/16″ ALLEN WRENCH
(X5 only)
ADDITIONAL TOOLS FOR TOW KIT:
PASSIVE OR ACTIVE WIRING HARNESS KIT
BOX
RACK RECEIVER INSTALLATION: USE STEPS 1-38 & 59-65 PASSIVE TOW KIT
INSTALLATION: USE STEPS 1-46, 51-52 & 55-65 ACTIVE TOW KIT INSTALLATION: USE
STEPS 1-39 & 47-65
NOTICE: If installing an ACTIVE tow kit, the vehicle must be programmed before
trailer lights will function, see notice on Page 3.
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· The Rack Receiver only product does not require adding a wiring harness.
· The Rack Receiver plus Tow Kit requires the addition a wiring harness that
is compatible with the vehicle’s wiring.
Depending on the vehicle, the harness will be one of two types, “Active” or
“Passive.” The wiring section of the instructions will indicate which wiring
harness style is being used and how to install it.
· The Active Harness plugs into the vehicle’s wiring so that the vehicle’s
computer can communicate with the trailer
wiring. This allows certain functions such as cameras or backup alarms to
continue to operate as designed. Some
active harnesses require reprogramming of the vehicle’s computer before the
trailer wiring is functional. For BMW vehicles that need programming, Stealth
provides this service remotely. Refer to the Active Harness section of the
instructions to determine if programming is required for this install. This
programming must be taken into account when planning the timing of the Stealth
product install. The remote BMW programming needs to be scheduled
approximately 1 week in advance.
· The Passive Harness is independent of the vehicle’s computer and
communication system. The module of the harness
is powered directly from the battery rather than the vehicle’s wiring harness.
The module monitors the output signals from the vehicle’s lights. It then
powers and activates the trailer lighting accordingly.
INSTALLATION NOTE: In most instances, these instructions will only outline
disassembly of vehicle components. Re-installation of components will require
the installer to retain vehicle hardware and work through disassembly
instructions in reverse order. When installation is complete, double check
that all vehicle components have been replaced and are secured.
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE FOR STEALTH HITCH INSTALLERS AND CUSTOMERS.
Read all installation and operating instructions along with all labels before
installing or using this product. Do not perform any installation or towing
procedures without fully understanding the correct tools and actions for all
steps. Call for support if needed.
Failure to comply with the safety information in these instructions could
result in serious injury or death.
Do not modify this product in any manner. Doing so could alter its integrity
and lead to a loss of attachment between the trailer and the tow vehicle.
Adding Stealth hitch components to the chassis of any vehicle can be
hazardous. There is potential for unexpected combustion of fuel, electric
shock, burns, shifting or falling of unstable vehicle, damage to vehicle,
injury from tool usage and many other hazards. This installation must be
completed by someone who is aware of the hazards involved. This person must be
knowledgeable of proper safety procedures for a vehicle modification of this
nature, and for usage of the equipment required to perform the installation.
While installation is being performed, check for signs of damage or excessive
corrosion. Do not install hitch components over vehicle parts that are broken
or have compromised structural integrity.
This product was designed to fit vehicles in their original, “as manufactured”
condition. Compatibility with vehicles having replacement parts, or other
modifications is not guaranteed. Inspect vehicle for modifications before
installation of this product.
Some accessories, like the rack receiver, are not rated for towing. Do not use
any accessories without proper knowledge of their use.
Without proper knowledge, towing can be a dangerous activity. Understand all
the risks involved with towing before proceeding. For information on towing
safety, see “The Trailer Handbook: A Guide to Understanding Trailer and Towing
Safety” from the National Association of Trailer Manufacturers, www.NATM.com
and your trailer and tow vehicle manufacturer’s owner’s manual.
Do not exceed tow or tongue rating of coupler, tow or tongue rating of hitch,
or tow or weight ratings of tow vehicle or trailer. See vehicle and trailer
manufacturer information for ratings. Exceeding these ratings may cause damage
to towing components or loss of attachment between the trailer and vehicle.
A visual inspection of the hitch should be performed before each use.
Regularly check that all connections are secure, including those that secure
the hitch to the vehicle. Check for cracks or damage to the hitch. Do not use
the hitch if cracks or damage outside of normal wear is found. Using a hitch
that has unsecure connections and/or cracks or damage could result in damage
to the tow vehicle, trailer, towing components and loss of attachment between
the tow vehicle and trailer.
Stealth hitches are not compatible with any weight distribution or sway
control products. Adding additional products to the trailer or chassis which
modifies the function of the Stealth hitch may cause hitch failure.
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NOTICE: Installation of hitch requires removal of vehicle parts and
interaction with vehicular electronics. Before installation, check the
condition of body panels and note any locations where panels are not flush.
Check the electronic functions of the vehicle, such as: headlights,
taillights, turn signals, cameras, backup sensors, Parking Distance Controller
(PDC), foot activated cargo access, etc. It is the responsibility of the
installer to restore the fit and function of the vehicle.
NOTICE: If installing an active wiring harness, your vehicle must be
programmed. Arrangements can be made with Code My Car
(585-496-4648). Please allow at least a
week to make programming arrangements. Programming will require your vehicle
to be connected to a computer and an internet connection. Note: A programming
code is affixed to the control module and the programming cord which will be
needed when contacting Code My Car. Additional programming changes may be
available at time of programming. Arrangements can be made when contacting
Code My Car.
GAIN ACCESS TO MOUNTING AREA
1. Inside the vehicle cargo area, remove the driver and passenger side access
panels as shown.
2. Remove the rear floor panel. Start by locating the (2) plastic cover caps
in front of the rear floor panel. Use a 90 degree pick to open the plastic
cover caps to gain access to the screws. Use a Torx socket to remove (2)
screws.
3. Raise rear floor panel to gain access to the lift support strut shock. Use
a flathead screwdriver to pry the metal clip outward and remove the clip.
Remove the rear floor panel by lifting up and out. Place the panel on a
blanket or safe area.
NOTE: Spare tire removal is optional.
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GAIN ACCESS TO MOUNTING AREA CONTINUED
4. Remove (7) plastic rivets from the battery cover to gain access to the
battery compartment. On some models (2) screws may also need to be removed.
Remove the
threshold in the rear cargo
area. Use a Torx socket to
remove (4) screws. Lift up to
remove threshold.
Remove the
threshold in the rear cargo
area. Use a T20 socket to
remove (3) screws. Lift up to
remove threshold.
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GAIN ACCESS TO MOUNTING AREA CONTINUED
To gain access to the
passenger side taillight,
remove the rear side panel on
the passenger side. Start by
dislodging the plastic cover to
the rear trunk latch with a
plastic pry tool. Slide to the
rear to remove.
Locate the square
plastic cover on the rear side
panel above the trunk latch.
With a 90 degree pick, dislodge
the plastic cover to gain access
to (1) Torx screw. Use a Torx
socket to remove (1) screw.
Inside the rear cargo
compartment, locate the
passenger side rail. Lift up and
slide the rail toward the rear to
remove.
Locate the plastic cap
on the front of the passenger
side panel, behind the rear
seats. Use a plastic pry tool to
remove the plastic cap and
gain access to (1) screw. Use a
socket to remove (1) screw.
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GAIN ACCESS TO MOUNTING AREA CONTINUED
Remove the indicated
trim piece. Pull the top toward
the front of the vehicle until
all the clips are released.
After removing the
trim piece, use a 90 degree
pick to remove (1) plastic rivet.
Along the bottom of
the passenger side panel,
remove (2) plastic rivets using
a 90 degree pick.
Remove the
passenger side panel by
pulling the panel inward and
dislodging it. Carefully unplug
any wires attached on the
back side of panel.
To gain access to the
passenger side taillight,
partially open the rear side
panel on the passenger side
panel by pulling the panel
inward and dislodging it.
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GAIN ACCESS TO MOUNTING AREA CONTINUED
On the passenger
side of the cargo area, locate
and remove the taillight nut.
– OR –
12mm SOCKET
Inside the driver side
access panel, move the sound
proofing liner to find the
taillight nut. Remove nut with
– OR –
a socket.
12mm SOCKET
Inside the driver and
passenger side access panels,
locate each taillight nut.
Remove each nut with a
– OR –
socket.
12mm SOCKET
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GAIN ACCESS TO MOUNTING AREA CONTINUED 19. With a pry tool, remove the light
cover trim on each side of the vehicle.
20. While holding the taillight in place, remove the screws securing the
taillight to the vehicle.
21. With the taillight dislodged, disconnect the light plug by pushing down
on the clip and pulling the plug outward. Remove the light. Repeat Steps 20-21
on other side of vehicle.
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GAIN ACCESS TO MOUNTING AREA CONTINUED 22. To allow partial removal of the
rear wheel well trim, (3) clips will need to be disconnected. Apply outward
pressure on wheel well trim. Start with the bottom clip and work up. Push down
on clip to disconnect. Use plastic pry tools on hard to reach clips. 23.
Behind the rear wheel well trim is a screw holding the fascia. Pull the trim
away from vehicle to expose screw. Use a socket to remove screw. Repeat Steps
22-23 on other side of vehicle. NOTE: To protect the trim from being scratched
during the removal or replacement, cover it with painter’s tape or something
similar.
24. Starting on the side closest to the center the vehicle, use a plastic pry
tool to remove each reflector.
25. A screw, which is holding the fascia, will be exposed when the reflector
is removed. Use a socket to remove the screw.
26. From underneath the vehicle, use a socket to remove (14) screws from the
rear bottom of the fascia and bottom cover plate.
– OR –
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GAIN ACCESS TO MOUNTING AREA CONTINUED 27. Use a socket to remove (12) screws
from the bottom side panels of the fascia.
– OR –
28. The fascia is clipped to the vehicle body directly behind the wheel
wells. Pull outward on the fascia to expose the first clip in the seam. With a
plastic pry tool, push down on the exposed clip to disconnect. Continue to
pull outward on the fascia and disconnect clips as they are exposed (yellow
arrows).
Continue applying outward and rearward pressure until all the clips except the
six rear center clips are released. Repeat on other side of vehicle.
NOTICE: On some newer vehicles, there is another clip holding the fascia
behind each tire. See images for a view of the clip and the approximate
location (Blue Circles).
5/16″ ALLEN WRENCH
While positioned
behind the center of the
vehicle, locate the (4)
remaining clips holding the
fascia. Before disconnecting
each clip, put rearward
pressure on the fascia.
Starting from one side, use an
Allen wrench to push down
and disconnect each clip.
NOTE: Use caution when pulling the fascia rearward. The fascia is still
connected to the vehicle by a wire
harness.
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GAIN ACCESS TO MOUNTING AREA CONTINUED
While positioned
behind the center of the
vehicle, locate the clips
holding the fascia. Before
disconnecting each clip, put
rearward pressure on the
fascia. Starting from one side,
use pry tool to push down
and disconnect each clip.
NOTE: Use caution when pulling the fascia rearward. The fascia is still
connected to the vehicle by a wire
harness.
31. This step requires a partner. Pull the fascia rearward enough to access
the PDC sensor plug on the passenger side. Press down on the clips to unplug
the PDC sensor. In some cases a 90 degree pick tool will be needed to
disconnect the sensor plug. Remove the fascia completely.
NOTICE: Carefully remove the fascia and place on a blanket or pad.
32. Locate the two exhaust brackets under the rear of the vehicle, above the muffler. Use a socket to remove (1) exhaust bracket nut on each side of the vehicle. On the passenger side remove (1) plastic rivet from factory reinforcement beam, as shown.
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GAIN ACCESS TO MOUNTING AREA CONTINUED
Remove two plastic
panels that are part of the
plastic fascia support on each
side. Removing the panels will
allow access to the factory
nuts securing the factory
reinforcement beam. Use a 90
degree pick to remove (2)
plastic rivets, and unclip the
two clips.
34. Remove the (5) plastic kick wand plastic rivets with a 90 degree pick.
Save (3) plastic rivets for reinstallation. Unplug the wire harness connected
to the panel and put aside. Remove the factory reinforcement beam (8) nuts
with a socket and save for later reinstallation. Discard the factory
reinforcement beam.
INSTALL STEALTH HITCH FRAME
35. Install the Stealth hitch frame and the supplied exhaust brackets. (See
Diagram) Center the hitch frame. Use a torque wrench to tighten the factory
nuts to 85 ft.-lbs.
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INSTALL STEALTH HITCH FRAME CONTINUED
Reinstall plastic fascia
support panels removed in
Step 33.
37. Reinstall exhaust brackets removed in Step 32. Use (2) supplied bolts, washers and nuts.
MOUNT LATCH BLOCK
38. Installation of the latch block varies depending on which kit you are
installing.
· Rack Receiver Kit: Install the latch block with (2) 5/8″-11 x 5″ bolts and
(2) 5/8″ nylock nuts. Tighten each bolt to 150 ft.-lbs.
· Tow Kit: Retrieve Z-bracket from wiring harness kit box. Install the latch
block, (2) chain hooks, and Z-bracket with (2) 5/8″-11 x 5″ bolts and (2) 5/8″
nylock nuts. Tighten each bolt to 150 ft.-lbs.
NOTICE: Keys are packaged within the latch block, remove keys and store in
safe location.
IF INSTALLING A RACK RECEIVER KIT, SKIP TO STEP 59. IF INSTALLING A TOW KIT,
CONTINUE TO STEP 39.
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INSTALL WIRING KIT
39. Locate the wiring kit box.
Review the contents of the box
against the list below to check
PASSIVE OR ACTIVE
for missing components.
WIRING HARNESS KIT · The passive wiring kit uses a
BOX
control module to manage the
functions of the trailer lighting.
The module has an “input” side
that receives power from the
vehicle’s battery and signals
from the vehicle’s taillights. The
“output” side of the module delivers this information to the 7-way plug, see passive harness
diagram. The control module is connected to the vehicle’s battery and taillight wiring as
outlined in the next steps.
· The active wiring kit uses a BMW computer control module to manage the functions of the
trailer lighting. The module must be “programmed” before it will be functional. The module
will connect to the vehicle through an included wire harness. The harness has an “input”
side that receives power and signals from the vehicle’s electronic systems. The “output”
side of the harness delivers this information to the 7-way plug. The harness and computer
module installation are outlined in the next steps.
NOTICE: Do not allow electrical system to become disconnected from power or ground. Doing
so may interrupt electrical systems.
PASSIVE WIRING KIT BOX
ACTIVE WIRING KIT BOX
DESCRIPTION
QTY
1 7-WAY WI RING HARNESS
1
· FUSE HOLDER & FUSE
· CONTROL MODULE & WIRES
2 ADH ESIVE FOAM STRIP
2
3 FORK TERMINAL
1
4 CLAMP-ON CONNECTORS
5
5 5/8″ LONG PHI LLI PS SCREWS 4
6 #10 LOCK NUT
4
7 CABLE TI E 8″
4
8 CABLE TI E 14″
3
9 Z-BRACKET
1
10 MOUNTI NG BRACKET
1
11 7-POLE HOUSING
1
12 7-POLE TO 4-POLE ADAPTER
1
DESCRIPTION
QTY
1 ACTIVE WIRING HARNESS
1
2 BMW CONTROL MODULE
1
3 5/8″ LONG PHI LLI PS SCREWS 4
4 #10 LOCK NUT
4
5 CABLE TI E 8″
4
6 CABLE TI E 14″
2
7 Z-BRACKET
1
8 MOUNTI NG BRACKET
1
9 7-POLE HOUSING
1
10 7-POLE TO 4-POLE ADAPTER
1
11 VEHICLE PROGRAMMING CABLE 1
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IF INSTALLING A PASSIVE TOW KIT, CONTINUE TO STEP 40. IF INSTALLING AN ACTIVE
TOW KIT, SKIP TO STEP 47.
40. On the passenger side of the vehicle locate the factory grommet to the
right of Stealth hitch frame. Drill a 3/8″ hole in the grommet where
indicated.
NOTICE: Check for obstructions on other side of grommet before drilling. Use
caution when drilling.
41. Place the wiring harness inside the passenger side compartment. Feed
output wires and black sheathing through grommet from inside vehicle to
outside of vehicle.
42. From the passenger side of the vehicle, route the yellow input wire to
the driver side of the vehicle through the battery compartment using an
existing wire harness as a guide.
43. The wires on the input side of the wiring module need to be attached to
the vehicle wiring. On the driver side use a clamp -on connector to clamp the
yellow wire to the left turn signal wire, behind taillight. (See reference
table on next page.)
Note: Vehicles may have different wire colors than those shown. Verify
circuits (wire colors) with multimeter.
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INSTALL PASSIVE WIRING KIT CONTINUED
44. Inside the passenger side compartment, use clamp-on connectors to connect
the green and brown wires to wires behind taillight. (See reference table
below.)
CLAMP-ON CONNECTOR COLOR REFERENCE TABLE
SIGNAL INPUT WIRES
FUNCTION
HARNESS
VEHICLE
POWER & GROUND WIRES
LEFT TURN
YELLOW
GREEN/BLUE 12V+ (POWER)
BLACK
BATTERY (+)
RIGHT TURN
GREEN
GREEN/BLUE
GROUND
WHITE
GROUND STUD
MARKER
BROWN
GREY/PURPLE
BRAKE
RED
Do not connect the red brake wire. This vehicle does not utilize a separate brake circuit. The brake signal is sent down the left and right turn circuits simultaneously.
REVERSE
PURPLE
WHITE
For use with trailer reverse lights or to disable the trailer brakes when backing with surge brakes. To connect, isolate vehicle’s reverse light circuit and connect the purple wire from the trailer wiring harness to vehicle reverse light circuit. Trailers rarely ha ve reverse lights or surg e bra kes.
ELECTRIC BRAKE
BLUE
Only used when a hard wired brake controller is mounted inside the vehicle and your trailer has electric brakes. See brake controller instructions for this wire.
NOTE: If two colors are listed, the first color is the dominant color.
45. Locate the ground stud in the passenger side of the battery compartment.
Trim white ground wire so it will reach stud without excess wire. Crimp
supplied fork terminal to the ground wire with a crimping tool. Loosen the
ground stud and secure the fork to the terminal.
NOTICE: Loosen ground stud just enough to install fork terminal, so vehicle
wiring does not lose ground.
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INSTALL PASSIVE WIRING KIT CONTINUED 46. Locate the fuse holder supplied in
the wiring kit box. Remove the fuse from fuse holder. Trim excess wire length.
Crimp fuse lead to power wire. Connect fuse ring terminal to the positive
battery terminal (+).
Skip to Step 51 to continue installation.
INSTALL ACTIVE WIRING KIT
47. On the passenger side of the vehicle locate the factory grommet to the
right of Stealth hitch frame. Drill a 3/8″ hole in the grommet where
indicated.
NOTICE: Check for obstructions on other side of grommet before drilling. Use
caution when drilling.
48. Place the wiring harness inside the passenger side compartment. Feed
output wires and black sheathing through grommet from inside vehicle to
outside of vehicle.
49. Locate the ground stud on the rear wall of the cargo area. Use a socket
to remove the ground stud nut. Route the active wiring harness ground ring
from the passenger side compartment, behind the plastic, to the ground stud as
shown in image. Secure the ground ring with the ground stud nut.
NOTICE: Do not allow components already attached to ground stud to become
disconnected and lose ground.
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INSTALL ACTIVE WIRING KIT CONTINUED
50. In the active wiring kit box locate the BMW control module. Attach the
active wiring harness to the control module. Plug the (24) pin connector into
the “A” slot and lock it with the lock clip. Plug the (6) pin connector into
the “B” slot, and the (10) pin connector into the “C” slot. Place the control
module into the slot shown in the fuse panel.
WIRE 7-WAY PLUG (ACTIVE AND PASSIVE INSTALLATIONS)
51. Locate the 7-way housing. Use a screwdriver to loosen (2) screws. Remove
7-way round terminal block. Place the mounting bracket onto the 7way housing
as shown. Use a screwdriver to loosen the set screw at the bottom of the 7way
housing. Route output side wires of the wiring harness through the 7-way
housing.
Please follow instructions below very carefully. Incorrect wiring of the 7-way
receptacle causes the vast majority of wiring problems.
52. Locate the slot keyway. Starting from the keyway going clockwise, attach
the wires as follows: · Blue · Green · Black · Brown · Yellow · White · Purple
(middle)
· Put the 7-way receptacle back together.
NOTICE: Markings on the receptacle may not match the correct wire
configuration. Please disregard and follow the instruction above.
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IF INSTALLING A PASSIVE TOW KIT, SKIP TO STEP 55. IF INSTALLING AN ACTIVE TOW
KIT, CONTINUE TO STEP 53. 53. Inside the rear passenger side
panel in the cargo area, locate the vehicle wiring harness plug.
54. Locate the large female 8-pin connector on the active wiring harness.
Plug the connector into the connector located in Step 53.
NOTICE: Plugging in the 8-pin connector will supply power to the active
harness and 7-way plug.
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TEST 7-WAY HARNESS WIRING
55. While everything is still accessible, you should test the wiring to make
sure everything is connected properly and in working order. If installing the
passive wiring harness, replace the 20 Amp fuse into the fuse holder located
near the battery.
NOTICE: Most Active harness installations will require programming before
testing can be completed. Testing Active wiring harness installations with a
multimeter or LED tester may not work. Some vehicles may need to “sense” the
current being used by the plug to function. After programming is complete, use
an incandescent light testing device or trailer to test in these specific
cases.
NOTE: Taillights will need to be temporarily plugged in during testing. ·
Start by connecting the multimeter negative probe to the ground blade on the
7-way
receptacle. · Next, connect the multimeter positive probe to the power blade
on the 7-way receptacle
and check for 12 volts. · Once that is confirmed, move the positive probe to
the left turn blade on the 7-way
receptacle and check for 12 volts when the vehicle left turn blinker is
active. You should see it pulse. · Next, move the positive probe to the right
turn blade and check for 12 volts when the right turn blinker is active. You
should see it pulse. · Next, move the positive probe to the marker/taillights.
With the vehicle lights on you should see 12 volts constant. · Lastly, with
the brake depressed, move the positive probe to the left turn blade where you
should see 12 volts constant. Move the probe to the right turn blade where you
should also see 12 volts constant.
56. Attach the mounting bracket and 7-way housing to the stealth hitch frame
as shown. Secure harness to Stealth hitch frame with cable ties.
57. Secure all wires and wiring components. Use the remaining cable ties to
secure wiring so that it is not loose and will not interfere with replacement
of the fascia. Wiring should not be visible once the vehicle is reassembled.
58. Use the provided adhesive foam strips to secure the control module to an
inside body panel. Use silicone to waterproof the grommet.
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REINSTALL VEHICLE COMPONENTS 59. Reattach the plastic kick wand panel with (3)
rivets to the Stealth hitch frame. Reattach the wiring harness, unplugged in
Step 34 to the plastic kick wand panel.
60. Cut out the gravel guard with Dremel tool. Use a file to smooth edges of
the cut, as shown below.
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REINSTALL VEHICLE COMPONENTS CONTINUED 61. While holding the fascia close to
the vehicle, plug in the PDC sensor plug, before replacing the fascia onto the
vehicle. NOTICE: It’s important to remember to plug in the PDC sensor before
you completely install the fascia.
62. Make sure to have all (4) clips aligned with the clip holders before you
push to replace the fascia.
63. Reattach and secure the fascia, taillights, and other vehicle components
in reverse order. Refer to Steps 1-32.
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FINAL VEHICLE EXAMINATION
64. Examine the body panels to ensure that they are in a pre-installation
condition. Test the electronic functions of the vehicle. Correct any
inconsistencies.
65. Ensure that hitch components work properly.
· Verify that the lock works correctly. Push in the safety lock on the latch
block then unlock with key. The lock should slide back out with the key when
unlocked.
· Verify that each accessory can be installed correctly. Use the following
steps to install and remove each accessory that will be used with the hitch.
(Rack Receiver and Ball Mount if purchased.)
1. Prepare latching mechanism. Turn handle clockwise if needed.
2. Firmly insert “post” of accessory into latch block until handle releases
indicating that the accessory is latched.
3. Push in the safety locking pin until it fully engages. The locking pin
prevents the handle from turning when pushed in, and confirms that the block
is securely latched onto the accessory. The safety locking pin will not
depress if the accessory is not fully latched.
4. Use key to release safety locking pin.
5. While holding on to the accessory, rotate handle clockwise to release and
remove the accessory.
· Verify that no part of the accessories come into contact with the body of
the vehicle.
PRODUCT USE AND MAINTENANCE
NOTICE: If the hitch is being installed by a professional, the installer is responsible for training the end user in the use and maintenance of the product.
· Accessory installation procedure:
1. Prepare latching mechanism. Turn handle clockwise if needed.
2. Firmly insert “post” of accessory into latch block until handle spins counterclockwise indicating that the accessory is latched.
3. Always depress the safety locking pin and check that it has fully engaged.
· Never use any accessory with the safety lock disengaged. Until the safety
locking pin is engaged, the handle is able to turn. A fully engaged safety
locking pin is confirmation that
the accessory is properly latched into the latch block.
· Never use the rack receiver for towing. The rack receiver accessory is only to be used with payload carrying products, such as bike racks or luggage racks.
· Before each use, give the post of the accessory a light coating of lithium based grease.
· Before each use, inspect the hitch to ensure that all bolted connections are secure and that no cracks or damage are present. Do not tow with the hitch if cracks or damage outside of normal wear is found.
· Remove the Stealth accessories from the latch block after each use. Do not leave accessories plugged in for extended periods of time.
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