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  • Trunk Mount Bike Rack for a 2005 Saturn Ion with a Spoiler
  • For your 2005 Saturn Ion with rear spoiler I recommend the Hollywood Racks Express # HRE3. This rack is easy to use and lets you carry 1 or 2 or 3 bikes on your trunk up to 35 pounds each. I have linked a video review of this rack for you. If you will be carrying any bikes that do not have a top frame bar that goes straight across (like a typical men's bike would) then I recommend using bike adapter bar # HRBA-PRO. This will allow you to carry those bikes more level and will provide better...
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  • Trailer Wiring Harness that Fits 2007 Saturn Ion
  • For your 2007 Saturn Ion only the Curt trailer wiring harness you mentioned # C56036 is a confirmed fit. The Tekonsha kit you mentioned fits other vehicles but not yours.
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  • Recommended Roof Rack for 2006 Saturn Ion 3 Four Door
  • We carry roof racks manufactured by Inno that will fit your 2006 Saturn Ion. The Inno roof racks use a clamp to attach the feet to the roof of the 2006 Saturn Ion. Inno has both square bar and aero bar roof racks that will fit on your car. I recommend the Inno Aero Bar Roof Rack # INXB130-2, # INXS250, and # INK214. The Inno Aero Bar Roof Rack is constructed of sturdy aluminum and has a weight capacity of 100 lbs. The aero bar and low profile design allows for optimum aerodynamics to help...
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  • 2-Bike Trunk-Mount Rack Recommendation for 2003 Saturn Ion
  • The 2-bike trunk-mount racks for your 2003 Saturn Ion are shown on the linked page. The best of the bunch is the Thule OutWay 2-bike rack # TH45JV. This USA-made folding rack has been in continuous production for many years, thanks to its superior 2 rubber coated strap attachment system, included locks for both the rack and your loaded bikes and the protection of Thule's limited lifetime warranty. I linked a review video to help illustrate the Raceway's features and installation. If you...
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  • Trailer Wiring Harness for a 2003 Saturn Ion
  • The only trailer wiring harness for your 2003 Saturn Ion is the Curt T-Connector # C56036 which tees into the wiring connectors behind your tail lights. So while it isn't a true plug and play connector, this kit doesn't require splicing into your OEM wiring so it is the next best thing. Plug and play usually means that there is a connector at the reach of the vehicle within reach so you don't have to get behind your tail lights. If you don't already have a trailer hitch installed on your...
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  • Trunk Mounted Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2004 Saturn Ion
  • The Thule OutWay Trunk Rack part # TH56BV is the updated version of the now discontinued Raceway line from Thule. Both are confirmed to fit your 2004 Saturn Ion. The biggest upgrades are that the OutWay is a bit lighter, has arms that are much more independent and the locking mechanisms have been improved. They now only have 2 retractable cables which makes installation even easier than before. Check out the review video I attached for more info. If you plan on carrying any women's...
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  • Installation of Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver on a 2005 Saturn Ion
  • The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4" # C11447 is compatible with the 2006 - 2007 Saturn Ion Ion3 with 2.4L Engine and the 2004 - 2007 Saturn Ion Red Line. If you don't have the Red Line, the 2005 model won't fit with this hitch receiver. You will need to instead use the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4" # C11115 which is compatible with 2003 - 2003 Saturn Ion, 2004 - 2005 Saturn Ion excluding Red Line, 2006 - 2007 Saturn Ion excluding...
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  • Recommended Bike Rack for a Single Rad 6 Bike w/ Fenders for Class I, II, and III Hitches
  • Yes, your Rad 6 bike with fenders will be stable inside the Thule T1 Bike Rack for 1 Bike item # TH9041 with the arm positioned on the wheel in front of the fender. This wheel mounted bike rack has a 60 lbs capacity and fits both 1-1/4" and 2" receivers Class I, II, III. The integrated cable lock secures your bike to the rack. You will want to clamp the arm onto your wheel as close to the fender as possible. I have linked a picture below that will show this bike rack being used with...
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  • Can Draw-Tite Base Plates Be Moved From a 2006 Saturn Ion to a 1996 Geo Tracker
  • I know that Draw-Tite used to offer a car-mounted tow bar, which used base plates that were bolted directly to the vehicle. Is this the tow bar style you have? If so, this tow bar uses universal brackets, so you would be able to move the brackets from one vehicle to another. Our part # 63180 is basically the new version of this tow bar. Be aware that the # 63180 tow bar is rated for towing speeds up to 45 MPH only. I would recommend inspecting the base plates and making sure they are still...
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  • Recommended Hitch for a 2006 Saturn Ion
  • We have just what you need. There are two options with negligible cost difference. The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver, # C11115 that is confirmed to fit the 2006 Saturn Ion excluding Ion3 with 2.4L engine option. Or, the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver, # C11447 for the the 2006 Saturn Ion Red Line and Ion3 equipped with a 2.4L engine. Both have equal specs of being a Class 1 hitch with a 1-1/4" receiver, maximum gross trailer weight of 2,000 lbs. and max tongue weight of 200 lbs. Both are...
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2006 Saturn Ion Behind a Motor Home
  • To determine if your specific 2006 Saturn Ion can be flat towed behind a motor home, the first thing you are going to want to do is check the owners manual. It will tell you if the vehicle can be flat towed and if there are any specific procedures or equipment that you will need. The base plates I recommend for your Saturn are # DM9518151. There aren't any parts to remove and store when you're not towing. For a compatible tow bar use the Commander II # DM9511012. The safety cables are...
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  • How to Route Roadmaster Tow Bar Wiring Harness Part # RM-154 in a 2007 Saturn Ion
  • The Roadmaster Tow Bar Wiring Harness Part # RM-154 requires that you locate holes through which you can pass the 4-pole RV connector wiring. It is usually possible to locate rubber grommets that already have wiring passing through them if you remove carpet and trim panels in the rear of the vehicle. The tail light wiring may also provide an access point; you can try removing the driver-side taillight assembly to see if there is a grommet you can use. Once routed to the underside of the...
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  • Will Kuat Beta Bike Rack Fit 2006 Saturn Ion 3 with Curt Class I Trailer Hitch
  • You will not need a hitch extender for the Kuat Beta on your 2006 Saturn Ion 3. The Kuat Beta # B202-114 measures 10-1/2 inches from the center of the hitch pin hole to the back of the upright bar. Since the bike rack has a rise shank, you will want to make sure there is room for the shank rise to clear the bumper. The shank rise on the Beta is approximately 3-1/2 inches, and the rise begins about 5 inches out from the hitch pin hole. As long as the hitch receiver is not tucked up closely...
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  • Bike Rack Recommendation for Carrying 3 Adult Bikes On a 2001 Saturn Ion
  • You are correct the instructions for the Rola TX-103 3 Bike Carrier 59403 see link, state that the bikes should not exceed 80 lbs. Most adult bikes will weigh in at 25 to 35 pounds so it will depend on the model of the bikes you wish to carry, if the rack would be compatible. We do have 3 bike racks that will accommodate 3 adult bikes up to 100 lbs total, like the Swagman Trailhead 3 Bike Carrier, item # S63365. When using the bike carrier with a Class I trailer hitch, like those available...
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  • Can i Carry A Kayak On The Roof Of My 2007 Saturn Ion
  • I will be able to get you setup with with a roof rack for your 2007 Saturn Ion. You will have to go with the SeaSucker Monkey Bars Roof Rack - Vacuum Cup Mount - 48" Long - Black, part # 298-SX6000B, since there is not a traditional roof rack that is compatible with your vehicle. It is a vacuum cup roof rack that has a weight limit of 165 lbs, but you should also check your owner's manual to find out how much weight you can carry on the roof of your vehicle. Once you have that weight, you...
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  • Trunk Mounted Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2004 Saturn Ion
  • I checked with the manufacturer of the Thule Passage # TH910XT and they have confirmed the Thule Passage part # TH910XT as a fit for your Saturn Ion. So although none of our customers have left a review of this rack on a vehicle like yours (maybe you can after you try it?), this rack has been confirmed to fit your vehicle and would work well. I attached a review video for this rack for you to check out as well. If you plan on carrying any womens or alternative framed bikes without horizontal...
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  • Replacement Wiper Blade Recommendation for a 2005 Saturn Ion
  • I wish we carried all of what you are looking for, but we only carry the replacement blades. You would need to check with a GM dealer or a junkyard to see about getting the replacement arms. For a replacement driver side blade you would want the part # SC86FR for a replacement passenger side you would want the part # SC46FR.
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  • Would the Curt Roof Basket 18115 Fit Factory Bars of a 2014 Chevy Traverse
  • The Curt cargo carrier part # C18115 that you referenced will fit crossbars that are up to 3" wide x 1-5/8" tall that are spaced 15", 22", or 29" apart on center. You would need to measure the crossbars of your 2014 Chevy Traverse to determine if this would work.
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  • How to Flat-Tow a 2004 Saturn Ion Behind a Pickup Truck
  • I am not sure what you mean by "mid" but the only 2004 Saturn Ion that can be flat-towed with all four wheels on the ground are the ones with a manual transmission. If you do have a manual transmission then you will need a base plate kit, tow bar, flat-tow wiring harness, safety cables, supplemental braking system, and possibly a high-low adapter. I have attached my recommendations for each of these parts below. For a base plate kit I recommend the Demco Classic Base Plate Kit part # DM9518151...
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  • Inno Roof Racks for 2007 Saturn Ion with Bare Roof to Allow Use of J-Style Kayak Carrier
  • Roof rack options for your 2007 Saturn Ion include a few rack styles from Inno, all shown on the linked page. For use with a J-style kayak carrier I suggest the Aero bar rack made of parts # INXB130-2, # INXS250 and # INK214. This rack has 51-inch bars that will be quieter than most other bar shapes. It is always a good idea to check the vehicle owner's manual to confirm the roof can safely handle the weight of what you want to load on it.
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