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Retrofit kit, towing hitch for BMW 5 Series E39 520i (1998)

This Retrofit kit, towing hitch technical drawing provides a detailed breakdown of the assembly for the 5 Series E39 520i. It includes part names, part numbers and all associated mounting hardware for vehicles produced between 1998.

Retrofit kit, towing hitch
No. Description Supp. Qty  From   Up To  Part Number Price Notes
  i Important notice:
The installation instructions are not
included in the retrofit kit. Print out
the latest update of the instructions
from
the Aftersales Assistance Portal (ASAP)
and hand them over to the customer.
For vehicles with
M Aerodynamics package

S715A=Yes
01 Towing hitch, detachable STAHL 1 71606768998 ENDED, +core Shop at ECS Tuning
only in conjunction with
-- Cable holder 1 61138362786 $0.23 Shop at ECS Tuning
-- Insert, bottom M 1 51122494800 $96.43 Shop at ECS Tuning
-- Trailer hitch flap M 1 51122695499 $42.77 Shop at ECS Tuning
-- Holder, insert M 1 51127901487 $50.63 Shop at ECS Tuning
-- Expanding rivet 1 51118174185 $0.30 Shop at ECS Tuning
-- Body nut ST4,2-3-ZNS3 1 07129904221 $0.25 Shop at ECS Tuning
-- Body nut ST 4,8-8-ZNS 1 07129904227 $0.27 Shop at ECS Tuning
-- Sheet metal screw 4,2X16 1 07119904265 Shop at ECS Tuning
-- Hex head screw ST4,8X22-C-Z2 1 07119916944 $0.25 Shop at ECS Tuning
For vehicles with
M Aerodynamics package

S715A=No
01 Towing hitch, detachable STAHL 1 71606768849 Shop at ECS Tuning
01 Trailer hitch with fixed ball head STAHL 1 71606768850 +core Shop at ECS Tuning
02 Retrofit kit, electr. additional parts 1 09/1997 09/2000 71609410791 $343.23 +core Shop at ECS Tuning
Notes
  • ENDED = the part has been discontinued (no longer available).
  • +core = plus core charge (possibility of a return of the old part)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What assembly is shown in the BMW 5 Series E39 520i Retrofit kit, towing hitch?
This technical diagram illustrates the Retrofit kit, towing hitch within the Retrofitting / conversion / accessories group for the 5 Series E39 520i produced during 1998. It provides a detailed exploded view of the components, identifying key parts such as the Towing hitch, detachable (Part #71606768998).
Which models use the hardware listed in this Retrofit kit, towing hitch?
The hardware and components featured in the Retrofit kit, towing hitch are specific to the 5 Series E39 520i produced during 1998. These technical specifications ensure that parts like the Towing hitch, detachable (71606768998) are correctly matched to the vehicle's structural and mechanical requirements.
How do I find specific parts within the Retrofit kit, towing hitch assembly?
Each item in the Retrofit kit, towing hitch corresponds to the numbered list below the illustration. For the 5 Series E39 520i, you can identify the Towing hitch, detachable by locating its position on the schematic, which then links to the official BMW part number 71606768998 for the Retrofitting / conversion / accessories section.