Expert Answers about Saab
- Recommended Trailer Hitch Receiver Compatible with 2001 Saab 9-5 Wagon
- The Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4" # 36286 is a confirmed fit for your 2001 Saab 9-5 Wagon. I double checked with the manufacturer and it is a fit for all 9-5 styles including your Wagon. This hitch will work well for 1-1/4 inch shank bike racks and other accessories.
If you will be towing with this hitch, I recommend the 4 Pole Harness and Hardwire Kit # C59496 and ball mount # 36051. Then you will use a hitch ball like # 19256 for a 1-7/8 inch...
view full answer... - Hitch and Bike Rack Recommendations for 2007 Saab 9-3 Sedan
- According to our friends at Curt, for the 2007 Saab 9-3 4dr Sedan, you would use the Class I Receiver Hitch part # 11326. The # C11140 hitch will only fit the SportCombi (wagon) models.
If you will be occasionally transporting your bikes for short distances, the Rhode Gear # RG8015220 rack would be a fine choice. However, the lack of anti-sway cradles and the rather insubstantial hook and loop fasteners that hold the bikes into the cradles would make this rack unsuitable for frequent use...
view full answer... - Why Doesn't Curt Hitch # C11140 Fit 2006 Saab 9-3 Sedan
- I'll take a look at the pictures and can forward them to Curt, but I know what Curt is going to say. They will state that you are trying to install a hitch designed for the wagon version of the 2006 Saab 9-3 (the SportCombi) and you have a sedan which calls for the hitch # C11326.
Is there a reason you didn't want to go with the # C11326? Our hitch manufacturers will avoid making a new hitch part number at all costs if they can have one hitch fit several vehicles. In your situation they...
view full answer... - Wiring Harness for 2011 Saab 9-3 Aero Sedan with Dual Exhaust
- For a trailer wiring harness for your 2011 Saab 9-3 Aero sedan with dual exhaust you can use the 4 Pole Harness Hardwire Kit # C59496. I have linked for you the written instructions, and a helpful article to aid your installation.
view full answer... - Fit of Draw-Tite Class II Receiver # 36280 on 2002 Saab 9-3 5 Door Hatchback
- The Draw-Tite Class II hitch you referenced, part # 36280 will fit your 2002 Saab 9-3 5-door hatchback unless it is a Viggen sub-model and unless it has the rear air dam. You should not need to trim anything, but the installation instructions specify that a 1/2 inch diameter hole needs to be drilled in the rear of the passenger-side frame member.
If you look at the provided diagram, you can see a cross section drawing showing how the receiver opening would sit in regard to the frame members...
view full answer... - Wiring a 2008 Saab 9 3 Combi Wagon for Trailer Lights
- You will need Upgraded Circuit Protected Modulite, # C59496.
First, find a good spot to mount the circuit protected converter in an out of the way place near the left tail light in the trunk or on the frame rail, if mounted under the vehicle. Next, find a place to ground the converter such as an existing ground stud or drill a 3/32 inch hole and secure the white wire using the eyelet and screw provided.
Disconnect the vehicles negative battery terminal. Using an in-line fuse holder,...
view full answer... - Will Curt Trailer Hitch # 11730 Fit a 1997 Saab 900 Convertible
- According to Curt, Trailer Hitch, # 11730, is designed to fit the hatchback and convertible models of the 1997 Saab 900. This hitch comes with the compatible ball mount, hitch pin and clip. For a ball, you can use # 19256 (1-7/8 inch diameter) or # 19258 (2 inch diameter). For trailer wiring, use Tekonsha # 118650. I have included a link to the installation details and a link to a video showing a typical installation.
view full answer... - Does Car have to be Jacked Up to Install a Trailer Hitch on a 2007 Saab 9-3
- You would not have to jack up your 2007 Saab 9-3 to install Curt trailer hitch # C11326. But it will make it a whole lot easier if you did. I have included a link to the installation instructions and a video showing an example install for you.
If you want to use the hitch for an accessory such as a bike rack or cargo carrier then you have to make sure the accessory is rated for use with a Class I trailer hitch. Also, with a bike rack, you are limited to 2 bikes maximum on a Class I hitch.
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view full answer... - Platform Bike Rack for Class I Hitch Recommendation Similar to Swagman Semi 2.0
- I have a similar bike rack to the Swagman Semi 2.0 part # S64686 that you referenced that is Class I compatible but you are correct this only fits Class II and up hitches. The Thule T2 Pro XTR part # TH23JV is what the Semi was designed after and is Class I compatible and by many is considered a gold standard for bike racks. It's also priced nearly identical. This would be the best choice for sure. I attached a review video for this rack for you to check out as well.
view full answer... - What Are the Specifications of the Thule Passage 3 Bike Carrier?
- For the measurement of the arms of the Thule Passage 3 Bike Carrier # TH911XT, I pulled the item from the warehouse and the length varies depending on the vehicle. The length is between 29-1/2 inches and 33-1/2 inches from the base that connects to the vehicle to the end of the arms on the rack.
I confirmed with Thule that on the Thule Passage 3 Bike Carrier # TH911XT, the fastening cradles will clamp onto the bars up and down the rack wherever you wish to place them. Although, the adjustments...
view full answer... - Can 2009 Saab 9-5 Carry 4 Bikes
- We only carry a Class I hitch for lighter duty vehicles like your 2009 Saab 9-5 with the Curt hitch # C11831. This does mean you are limited to a 2 bike rack in the hitch like # HR200Z.
You could use the roof rack from Malone part # MPG216 so that you could install a roof bike rack # MPG2103.
view full answer... - Class II Trailer Hitch Availability for 2007 Saab 9-3
- We do offer the Curt # C11326 for the 2007 Saab 9-3, including the sedan and convertible. This is a fit unless it has dual-exhaust or a SportCombi model.
However, this is a light-duty Class I hitche. We offer no Class II hitches for your vehicle.
To a degree the development of hitches for vehicles will be based on the vehicle's capacity, in your case a quoted 3500-lb towing capacity. Certainly, a vehicle with such towing capacity would seem to merit a Class II hitch option. Unfortunately,...
view full answer... - Recommended Universal Towing Mirrors for a 2007 Saab 9-7x
- If you are wanting to add a set of towing mirrors to your 2007 saab 9-7x, I recommend the K-Source Universal Towing Mirrors part # KS3891-2. These are the most popular and well reviewed universal towing mirrors we offer. The adjustable straps allow fitment on a variety of different side mirror styles and sizes. As long as your side mirrors do not exceed 4-1/2" to 11-1/2" tall then they will work well for you.
Unfortunately, we do not have any custom fit mirrors available for your vehicle...
view full answer... - Replacement Roof Rack For A 2007 Saab 9-3
- I do have an option for you to consider however, we currently do not sell replacement hardware for a factory roof rack.
I recommend replacing crossbars with a new system such as the Malone SteelTop Universal Roof Rack for Raised Side Rails part # MPG201. The Malone rack system is an extremely affordable option that will accept most aftermarket square bar rooftop accessories.
I have included a video review of this crossbars for you.
view full answer... - Are Fulton and CE Smith Trailer Fenders Comparable
- There is a slight difference in the designs of the Fulton fender # F008584 and the CE Smith Fender # CE19504 but other than appearance there isn't a whole lot of difference. I have stood on a Fulton fender before and it did flex but it didn't feel like it was overly stressed or that it would break. I have not stood on a CE Smith fender.
view full answer... - Recommended 1-1/4" to 2" Adapter
- Yes, there is a 1-1/4" to 2" adapter. It is the Trailer Hitch Adapter item # e93YR. This one is made specifically for accessories like bike racks. It also raises your receiver up 5" which will help with ground clearance for your bike rack.
Please note that the use of any adapter will reduce your hitches capacity by 50%. The Curt Trailer Hitch item # C11831 has a 250 lbs capacity that would be reduced down to 125 lbs. You will want to make sure your bike rack and bike/s are below this.
view full answer... - Are There Instructions for the Wiring C59496 Harness for a 2004 Saab 9-5
- There are instructions for the # C59496. I have included a link to them below. This wiring harness and kit comes with all the parts you will need for installation.
view full answer... - Trailer Hitch for a 2011 Saab 9-3 Convertible Turbo with Single Exhaust
- Yes, Curt trailer hitch # C11326 is the correct hitch for a 2011 Saab 9-3 Convertible with single exhaust. Fun fact: for that generation, all of the motor options except 1 were turbos.
For a super-sweet 1-7/8 inch Euro style ball mount use # C45571. Or for a 2 inch use # C45572. And for trailer wiring use # C59236. I have included links to the instructions for the hitch and wiring for you.
view full answer... - How to Wire up Trailer with Separate Turn Signals from Stoplights to Work With Vehicle with 4-Way
- Does your trailer have brake lights that are separate from the turn signals? If so you would need the converter part # RM-732 to split the signal up and allow your taillights to function properly.
This would install on the trailer's wiring.
view full answer... - Trailer Hitch Recommendation for 2011 Saab 9-3 Sedan with Single Exhaust
- Since your 2011 Saab 9-3 sedan has single exhaust the correct hitch you need is the Curt # C11326. We confirmed this with our contacts at Curt.
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