[denaliman]

Originally Posted by Two4me

I had my dealer install a Stealth Hitch but they disabled the kick-to-open. Any idea how to re-enable it?

If they did not remove the sensor ( stealth hitch instructions say to reinstall) and it is still there when they program the hitch using ista it will automatically be disabled. You can re- enable it using bimmercode.

[modesa]

Originally Posted by SocietyDisillusioned

When I installed my hidden hitch on a 22m50i my kick to open sensor was just dangling(Crap factory install) so after installing the massive tow plate that anchored to the frame I zip tied the sensor in a spot that could actually read motion…Has worked perfectly ever since without having to look like an idiot kicking under the vehicle. I’d bet your sensor was placed in a garbage spot and hanging loose if it’s not working as mine was.

Thanks, I'll check it out next time I get a chance.

[Two4me]

Originally Posted by denaliman

If they did not remove the sensor ( stealth hitch instructions say to reinstall) and it is still there when they program the hitch using ista it will automatically be disabled. You can re- enable it using bimmercode.

I'll check Bimmercode again, but if you or anyone knows where it's at please let me know.

[denaliman]

look here:
https://g05.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1806129

[Two4me]

I found it! This guy has the steps:

https://g05.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh...3&postcount=14

Since I have an X5, I did the "split door" one and it worked fine for me - it only opens the top latch which is how I have the car coded for the rear.

[MadMaxed]

Originally Posted by LexxM3

We've gone through this before. There are two types of factory hitches, European and North American. The European version retains kick to open, the North American one disables it. Instead of a factory hitch, it is possible to get an after-market (eg Stealth Hitch) in the North American style (with female receiver) that does not disable the kick to open. My post here has pics of the two factory models:

https://www.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh...php?p=24738131

This is accurate.
I am in EU and I have both.