Expert Answers about Fiat
- Recommended Black Aero Roof Racks for 2018 Fiat 500X
- We have aero-style roof racks for your 2018 Fiat 500X from two prominent companies, Inno and Thule, and these appear on the linked page. All such racks use bars that have the wing-like shape that cuts through the wind more easily and so they generate less noise at higher driving speeds. You may not know the Inno brand but they are the leading OEM rack maker for many popular vehicle brands in Japan.
If your 500X has a bare roof with no existing rails or crossbars I suggest the Inno Aero...
view full answer... - Trailer Hitch Receiver Compatibility with a 2013 Fiat 500 Turbo
- For your 2013 Fiat 500 Turbo, the Curt # C11363 is a confirmed fit. I've attached the installation instructions which state this fit to assist. You would also need the stabilizer strap # 18050 for accessories like a bike rack or cargo carrier.
view full answer... - Frost Plug Heater that Fits 2016 Fiat 500L with 1.4 liter
- I checked with Kat's and they don't list a specific frost plug to use with the Kat's frost plug heater part # KH11487 that you referenced which means you can use it on the easiest one you have access to.
view full answer... - How to Carry a Bike Rack with a 2012 Fiat 500 Convertible
- For your 2012 Fiat 500c, which is the convertible model, I would recommend to use a hitch and a hitch bike rack. A trunk bike rack will not be able to be used on the convertible model.
The hitch I would recommend would be the Curt Class I 1-1/4 Inch Hitch, part # C11363. This hitch will bolt-on to the rear of your vehicle. I am including a link to the installation instructions and a link to a video of the hitch being installed on a Fiat 500.
The most popular bike rack we carry that...
view full answer... - Can 2013 Fiat 500 with Separate Taillights be Wired for Flat Towing with Diodes for Combined
- Your situation is a very common one and the solution you proposed is the easiest and most popular solution. Like you mentioned you'd be wiring up the separate taillights to function like combined ones. You'd need a total of 4 diodes which we have that as a 4 pack with part # RM-794.
I attached the correct diagram you'd need to use for your application.
view full answer... - Hitch Mounted Enclosed Cargo Carrier Recommendation for a 2012 Fiat 500
- You could use the Thule Arcos Enclosed Cargo Carrier - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - 14 cu ft - 110 lbs # TH25YE on your 2012 Fiat 500. It will fit your Curt class 1 hitch # C11363, but you will be limited in the amount of cargo that you can add. The Curt hitch has a tongue weight capacity of 200 pounds. Since the Thule Arcos weighs 110 pound, you could safely add 90 pounds of cargo. It is vital that you do not exceed the weight capacity of the hitch or your Fiat, you will want to make sure...
view full answer... - Recommended Trailer Wiring Harness for 2012 Fiat 500
- I recommend the Tow Ready Wiring Harness # 118546 for your 2012 Fiat 500. This harness plugs in at your taillights and requires only one single wire to be run to the engine compartment where it will connect to the battery positive terminal through the included fuse holder. The linked article will help you with the routing of this one wire.
This Tow Ready harness is a powered converter that protects your car's delicate wiring from the risk of shorts or overloads. It provides a 4-pole flat...
view full answer... - What Roof Rack System is Best for My Panoramic Bare Roof on a 2016 Fiat 500x?
- The best system to use for your 2016 Fiat 500x's panoramic/bare roof is made up of the following parts:
- Inno Aero Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 39" Long and 42" Long - Qty 2 # INXB100-108
- Inno Flush Feet for Aero Crossbars - Naked Roofs - Qty 4 # INXS200
- Custom Fit Kit for Inno XS200, XS250, and INSUT Roof Rack Feet # INK482
These components will give you a quiet ride, and they also have integrated T-slots so you can carry accessories that way. This system has a maximum weight...
view full answer... - Tow Bar Wiring Kit Recommendation for 2014 Fiat 500L
- For lighting you can use the diode kit, # RM-15267, and not have to worry about cutting into the taillight housing. This will splice into your taillight wiring to allow your tow vehicle to control the taillight assemblies of the towed vehicle. This comes with a round 6-way connector that you will install on the front of your towed vehicle and enough coiled wire to go from there to the RV.
Price is below as well.
view full answer... - Hitch Recommendation for 2017 Fiat 500e Electric Model
- We definitely have one! For your 2017 Fiat 500 E model, I confirmed with Curt that the Curt Hitch - 1-1/4" # C11363 is the perfect fit for your electric model. Not only does it include a bolt-on installation, it also comes with a superior gloss outer coat over the base powder coat that gives you better protection against rust/corrosion. It is important to note that this hitch only fits non-Abarth models. We do not have a hitch that is compatible with a E model Abarth Fiat 500.
If you...
view full answer... - Hitch and Bike Rack Recommendation for 2015 Fiat 500 Abarth Convertible
- Yes, we do have a hitch bike rack solution for your 2015 Fiat 500 Abarth convertible.
Let's start with the trailer hitch receiver. Curt offers the Class I, # C11347, for your 2015 Fiat. This custom fit hitch installs with no drilling or welding required. Curt does require the use of Support Straps, # 18050, for all non-trailer loads including bike racks, cargo carriers and so forth. Failure to properly support these loads will void your hitch warranty from Curt.
As for a bike carrier,...
view full answer... - Can Roadmaster Dual Hitch Adapter RM-077-4 be Used with Flat Towing Setup
- Yes the Roadmaster Dual Hitch Receiver Adapter # RM-077-4 can be used with a flat towing setup like you have currently to tow your Fiat 500.
view full answer... - Recommended Base Plates to Use with Blue Ox Aventa Tow Bar on 2017 Fiat 500
- You can definitely continue to use your existing Blue Ox Aventa LX Tow Bar with your 2017 Fiat 500. You will just need a compatible base plate kit for the vehicle.
If your Fiat is the Lounge or Pop model I recommend the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX2801. If you have the Abarth model I recommend the Blue Ox # BX2805. Both kits are compatible and will work great with your Aventa LX Tow Bar.
If you don't have them already, you will also need a lighting solution and a supplemental braking...
view full answer... - Diode Kit Tow Bar Wiring Kit Recommendation for a 2015 Fiat 500
- What you described is what I typically recommend for people wiring up their separate circuit vehicle taillights with a diode kit. Having the taillights operate like a combined circuit is much easier to install and requires fewer diodes. It really is the way to go.
For lighting you can use the diode kit, # RM-15267, and not have to worry about cutting into the taillight housing. This will splice into your taillight wiring to allow your tow vehicle to control the taillight assemblies of...
view full answer... - Can 2013 Fiat 500 be Towed on Dolly
- Yes, your 2013 Fiat 500 with a manual transmission is towable with a tow dolly. Since you know you'll own other vehicles in the future a dolly option is the better route as you can more easily transfer it to future vehicles. Plus install is easier and cost is about same or less as flat towing.
The Roadmaster Tow Dolly with Electric Brakes # RM-2050-1 would be a really great option. All you need to add brakes to it is a 7-way like with the kit # HS381-9000. I like this dolly as it's not...
view full answer... - Is a Class II Hitch Needed For An E-Bike On a 2014 Fiat 500
- The only trailer hitch option for a 2014 Fiat 500 is a class I, the Curt Class I Receiver Hitch part # C11363. However, that does not mean you cannot carry your e-bike. It is true that some bike racks require a class II trailer hitch receiver but there would be nothing physically preventing you from using a class II bike rack with a class I trailer hitch, it is just not recommended. The receiver tube size is the exact same, 1-1/4" so there will be no fit issues.
If you are open to a different...
view full answer... - Base Plates and Adapter to Flat Tow 2015 Fiat 500 Sport Behind an RV with Ready Brute Elite Tow Bar
- Since you have a Ready Brute tow bar (the Ready Brake is the version with the breakaway but is otherwise the same from what I understand) you will actually need to use Blue Ox base plates # BX2800 with adapter # BX88297 because there is no adapter for the Roadmaster base plates.
So basically to use the tow bar you have you would need to use Blue Ox base plates # BX2800 with adapter # BX88297 but no other adapter or bar would be needed beyond those 2 parts.
view full answer... - Which Blue Ox Base Plate Kit Fits A 2013 Fiat 500?
- There are quite a few Blue Ox base plate options for your 2013 Fiat 500, but the correct one is dependent on the model of your vehicle, but all of them require your 500 to have the manual transmission as the owner's manual for your vehicle says only the manual transmission versions can be flat towed.
If you have the Lounge or Pop model you will need the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # BX2801, if you have a Sport model you will need the # BX2800, and if you have an Abarth model...
view full answer... - How to Carry 2-Bikes on Flat Towed 2015 Fiat 500
- I do have a solution for you, but it will involve a roof mount option as opposed to hitch mount since there aren't any hitch mount bike racks that are compatible with a flat-towed vehicle with a Class I hitch receiver.
For your application I recommend the SeaSucker Mini Bomber # 298-BM2006 because it eliminates the need to purchase both a roof rack setup and a roof mount bike rack; this is essentially a 2-in-1 deal. This does require you to remove the front wheels of your bikes so you'll...
view full answer... - Trailer Hitch and Cargo Carrier to Transport a Walker on a 2013 Fiat 500 Pop Convertible
- Because of the convertible top on your 2013 Fiat 500 Pop you would not be able to use a trunk mount or roof mount carrier to transport your mother's walker. You would need to use a trailer hitch and carrier.
Draw-Tite trailer hitch # C11363 fits the convertible models so if you used it along with a Class I compatible carrier, such as # C18145 you could carry the walker. This hitch would also require a support strap # 18050 when using a cargo carrier. I have linked videos showing the hitch...
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