Expert Answers about Scion xD
- Will the Thule OutWay Trunk Mounted Bike Rack Fit a 2008 Scion xD
- The Thule OutWay, part # TH45JV is a confirmed fit for your vehicle. Instead of the cumbersome straps and buckles used to attach the rack to the vehicle, the OutWay uses only 2 rubber coated straps that allow the rack to be quickly and easily installed and removed. The rack features an integrated One-Key cable lock system to deter theft of the carrier and the bikes.
If you plan on carrying womens or alternative framed bikes you might also be interested in purchasing a Thule Bike Adapter...
view full answer... - Finding Replacement Keys For Yakima Roof Rack and Accessory Same Key Systems When Missing Keys
- You can get the Replacement Control Key # Y8007835 for Yakima Same Key System that is used on your roof rack. This will allow you to remove the cylinder Core # Y8771-A146 which will allow you to find the correct replacement Key # Y8772-A146. I used the Core # Y8771-A146 and Key # Y8772-A146 as examples, once you have located the key code on the side of the cylinder I can help you find the correct key for your cylinder.
view full answer... - Wiper Blades for 2008 Scion xD
- The windshield wiper blade lengths specified for your 2008 Scion xD are different for the driver-side and passenger-side wipers. This is not unusual. Neither takes the 19-inch size you mentioned. However, we do have blades that are a confirmed fit for your Scion.
Our most popular blades that fit your 2008 Scion xD consists of 26-inch blade # SC59FR Scrubblade Platinum Windshield Wiper Blade for the driver-side and 14-inch blade # SC89FR for the passenger-side.
These meet or exceed the...
view full answer... - Which Yakima Q Clips are Needed to Install a Yakima Roof Rack on a 2013 Scion xD
- For your 2013 Scion xD both of the clips you mentioned are needed to install the Yakima roof rack but they have been discontinued by the manufacturer.
My recommendation for you is to use the roof rack consisting of the following:
Vortex aero crossbars # RRVA118B-2
Feet # RRRLKVA
Custom fit kit # DK060
This roof rack is great quality for the cost compared to other brands. It will also include the locks needed to secure your investment.
view full answer... - Trailer Hitch Recommendation for 2012 Scion xD
- We do have a trailer hitch that will fit your 2012 Scion xD, but the Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch # 24828 is not a compatible fit.
I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch # C11134 which is custom made for your vehicle. This receiver is a Class I 1-1/4 inch trailer hitch with a weight capacity of 2000 lbs and a tongue weight of 200 lbs. It features bolt-on installation with no welding required. I have included a link to the installation instructions as well.
The recommended ball mount...
view full answer... - Is StowMaster Tow Bar Compatible with EZ Base Plate Kit for 2008 Scion xD
- Yes, the Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit # 521181-5 for your 2008 Scion xD is compatible with the Roadmaster StowMaster Tow Bar # RM-501.
For a complete flat towing setup you will need a base plate kit, tow bar, safety cables, vehicle tow bar wiring, a supplemental braking system, and possibly a high-low adapter. If you do not have all of these components then I recommend picking up the following:
EZ Base Plate Kit - # 521181-5
StowMaster Tow Bar - # RM-501
Safety Cables - # RM-643
Wiring...
view full answer... - Plug and Play 4-Way Wiring Harness For a 2009 Scion xD
- The Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness # C56136 is a custom fit harness for the 2009 Scion xD which has incandescent tail lights. If you have the optional LED tail lights there is not a plug and play kit but you will instead need to tap into the tail light wiring with the Curt Powered Tail Light Converter # C59236 which will also require a power wire ran to the battery.
view full answer... - Can Underbody Panel Be Left In Place After Installation of Curt # C11491 on 2010 Scion xD
- When Curt did the test fittings, they saw that it would be fairly difficult to modify the panel so it would fit around the hitch. Therefore, they haven't tested how to trim the panel.
The purpose of the underbody panel is to smooth and direct the airflow passing under the car while it's moving down the road, reducing some turbulence.
Leaving the panel off will not harm anything, although leaving the panel off might have a very small negative effect on the aerodynamics of the vehicle.
The...
view full answer... - Can a 2009 Scion xD Be Flat Towed Or Dolly Towed?
- According to the owners manual for your 2009 Scion xD it can only be flat towed with all 4 wheels on the ground if you have a manual transmission. You can dolly tow with either an automatic or manual transmission. So a Tow Dolly # RM-2050-1 is likely going to be what you want. If you have a manual transmission and want to tow all 4 wheels on the ground please let me know and I can list the parts you will need. That install is likely going to require you to go to a local shop to have everything...
view full answer... - Can Two Additional Brake Lights be Used on Trailer
- In the scenario you are referencing you are simply adding one light to the left turn/brake light circuit and one light to the right turn/brake light circuit, which is perfectly fine if that's what you want to do. I would be unable to speak to its legality and would highly encourage you to take a look at your local laws but I can't see why it would be an issue.
So all you need to do to add these lights is wire in something like the Optronics LED Trailer Tail light # STL72RB by using 3-Wire...
view full answer... - Recommended Flat Towing System for 2012 Scion xD
- For your 2012 Scion XD, the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # BX3778 is a confirmed fit that will require some trimming of the fascia. I've attached the installation instructions to assist. The Blue Ox Alpha 2 Tow Bar - Motorhome Mount - 6,500 lbs # BX7380 will be a great fit for your vehicle and these base plates. This comes with the safety cables you need.
For your wiring, I recommend the Roadmaster Tail Light Wiring Kit w/ 7-Way to 6-Wire Connector - LED Bulb and Socket -...
view full answer... - Availability of a Locking Trunk Mount Bike Rack for a 2011 Scion xD
- The Thule OutWay # TH45JV, does come with a locking mechanism that prevents the cables from being retracted. The idea is if there is no slack, the carrier cannot be removed. It also has a system that locks the bike to the carrier. These locks deter theft'
It is always recommended to remove the bike rack from the trunk or hatch when no in use and before opening the trunk or hatch. The reason you do not want to leave it on when opening the trunk or hatch is because the hinges are not designed...
view full answer... - 2008 Scion xD Blue Ox Base Plate Kit Installation Instructions
- We do have the installation instructions for the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX3778 that fits your 2008 Scion xD, but I'm not sure what installation video they saw as we haven't had a chance to install this kit yet. The instructions are attached to this answer page for you to reference.
For a complete flat towing setup you will need a base plate kit, tow bar, safety cables, vehicle tow bar wiring, a supplemental braking system, and possibly a high-low adapter. If you do not have all of these...
view full answer... - Compatability of the Thule Passage 2 Bike Carrier Trunk Mounted Bike Rack On a 2008 Scion xD
- Yes, the Thule Passage 2 Bike Carrier Trunk Mounted Bike Rack, item # TH910XT, will work on your 2008 Scion xD. There are a couple of concerns to keep in mind when using this carrier. You should not use the rear wiper when the carrier is installed and you should remove the carrier when not in use because the rear fascia (plastic over bumper) will deform if the bike rack is left on the vehicle for extended periods.
view full answer... - Will Thule Passage 2-Bike Trunk-Mount Bike Carrier # TH910XT Fit Scion xD
- Your Scion xD will work with several Thule trunk-mount 2-bike carriers including the Passage # TH910XT. The link for trunk-mount carriers provided will show you all four carriers suitable for the 2008 through 2013 Scion xD, which include the Passage, Gateway, Archway and Raceway series. Please note that for any of these carries the rear wiper on your Scion cannot be used with the rack in place, and the plastic cover over the rear bumper may deform from the weight of the bikes. (It is recommended...
view full answer... - Recommendations on Installing RoadMaster EZ Base Plate # 521181-5 on 2012 Scion xD
- After consulting my source at Roadmaster, I found that for the installation of the RoadMaster EZ Base Plate Kit # 521181-5 for your 2012 Scion xD, trimming of the spoiler, air dam, grille, or plastic fascia may be required and trimming of the lower air dam, air deflector, cowling and/or rock guard is required.
The instructions for proper installation of # 521181-5 are linked. They are very detailed and show all the modifications that are required on your 2012 Scion xD.
If you are looking...
view full answer... - 2 inch Hitch Ball Recommendation that Fits Curt Trailer Hitch # C111343
- A 2 inch ball mount cannot fit directly into the opening of the Curt hitch part # C11134 that you mentioned but a 2 inch hitch ball could if that's what you meant. We have the Euro ball mount part # C45572 which is a fit for this hitch that has a 2 inch ball.
view full answer... - How Can 2013 Scion xD Transport Mobility Scooter
- For the 2013 Scion xD only a smaller light-duty 1-1/4-inch hitch is offered. This is because this vehicle's frame cannot handle more than a Class I hitch's 200-lbs tongue weight (downward force from the scooter ramp's weight).
Although hitch adapters like # HTAD exist, and these can allow installing a 2-inch accessory item into a 1-1/4-inch hitch, all such adapters cause you to lose half of your hitch capacity because the actual weight load is further away from the hitch. This greater...
view full answer... - Should 2014 Scion xD be in Neutral When Using Roadmaster Tow Dolly
- While I can's speak for Towmaster because we do not carry any of their products, when you are using the Roadmaster Tow Dolly with Electric Brakes # RM-2050-1 or Roadmaster Tow Dolly with Self-Steering Wheels and Electric Brakes RM-2000-1 (Discontinued), according to the owners manual you need to put your 2014 Scion xD in neutral before towing it on a dolly.
view full answer... - Will the Thule Gateway Pro Trunk Mount Bike Rack Fit a 2008 Scion xD
- Yes, the Thule Gateway Pro trunk mount bike rack # TH88VR, will fit your 2008 Scion xD. I have included a link to a video review of this bike 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 # TH982XT. This will allow you to carry those bikes more level and will provide better ground clearance. I have to use these adapters and without them my wifes bike would...
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