The EcoHitch part # 306-X7317 does sit up a bit higher which helps with ground clearance. At this time we have not had any customers report back that they had clearance issues. view full answer...
I've attached one of our installation videos that covers the process, but it's extremely simple. All you'll do is untwist a tab on each side of the old hinge to allow it to slide off; then slide the new Ventline Cover # BBC0530-01 onto the hinge. view full answer...
Platform-style racks like the Thule OutWay 2-Bike Rack # TH65JV do offer the advantage of not requiring the user to lift her bikes up quite so high for loading. This excellent carrier will fit on your 2010 Passat Wagon and I confirmed this with my contact at Thule.
Thule is very careful with their fit information and they test extensively. If your Passat Wagon's bumper could not handle the load of the rack and the two bikes Thule would have determined this long before now. You can be confident... view full answer...
For your 2012 Volkswagen Passat TDI, I recommend the Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver Class I - 1-1/4", # 24880. This is a well made custom-fit trailer hitch with black powder coat finish. It has a sturdy square tube design. With this hitch, I recommend the Draw-Tite Sportframe Drawbar 5/8" Rise 2000 lb Kit, # 3590. You will also need a 1-7/8 inch hitch ball like # 19256 or a 2 inch hitch ball like # 19258.
For your wiring needs, I recommend the Curt T-Connector Vehicle... view full answer...
In order to determine whether Rhino-Rack 2 Kayak Carrier # S512-S512X fits around your factory crossbars on your 2003 Volkswagen Passat wagon, you need to make sure that your crossbars do not exceed 3-1/8" wide x 1-3/16" tall. I recommend making these measurements to make sure your crossbars fit within these parameters. view full answer...
First thing you should do at this point is test the 4-way of the wiring harness with a circuit tester part # 3808 for voltage on all of the right pins when the taillight signals are being applied. Just like in the video I attached.
If the voltage checks out there but the trailer lights still don't function right then the problem is on the trailer wiring. That would mean that problem is either due to a ground issue or a short issue.
Make sure that the trailer side connector are clean and... view full answer...
For your 2018 Volkswagen Passat all of the hitches that fit the vehicle like the Draw Tite part # 24880 do require some rear bumper fascia trimming to install but it's not very much at all and it's not an area that you'll be able to see as it's quite a bit underneath the vehicle. I attached a picture that shows what portion gets trimmed as well as a picture that shows the hitch installed. I also attached an install video for this for you to check out as well. view full answer...
I spoke with my contact at Blue Ox and he informed me that the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit, # BX3816, will fit on your 2000 Volkswagen Passat V6 as long as it has a manual transmission. If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, then you would need to use a tow dolly like the Roadmaster Tow Dolly, # RM-2050-1.
If you have a manual transmission, then you may also want to pick up the following items to complete your flat tow set up. There are five main components of flat towing and they are... view full answer...
Yes, the Rhino-Rack RS 2500 Roof Rack for Naked Roofs # RR72MR does fit your 2015 Passat Sedan with a naked roof and comes with everything needed to complete the install. Nothing else would be needed beyond the part number # RR72MR. view full answer...
The recommended ball mount for the Curt trailer hitch # C11054 that fits your 2005 VW Passat is the Curt Drawbar # C45521.
For a hitch ball that fits you will need either 1-7/8" Hitch Ball # A-80 or 2" Hitch Ball # A-82, depending on the size of your trailer's coupler; you will also need Pin and Clip # F-4 to secure the ball mount to your Passat's hitch.
To add wiring which will give your VW a 4-way connector and allow you to power your trailer's lights you need Wiring Harness # C59496.
I... view full answer...
The Curt Class I Trailer Hitch Receiver with Drawbar, item # 11076, is for vehicles with 4Motion only. All of the hitches we sell come with all of the mounting hardware necessary for installation. You will have to supply any tools needed for the installation.
For your 2004 VW Passat without 4Motion you will need a hitch that fits vehicles without the 4Motion option. The Curt Class I Trailer Hitch Receiver, part # C11054, is the correct fit for your vehicle.
You can see an installation... view full answer...
If your 2016 Volkswagen Passat SE has a towing capacity it would be listed in the vehicle owner's manual. Volkswagen used to provide access to the owner's manuals online but now in order to view the manual online you have to put in a valid VIN for that vehicle. But your owner's manual would be the place to check for towing information.
If you decide to go with Draw-Tite trailer hitch # 24880 the recommended ball mount is # 3590. For a compatible ball you can use # 19256 for a 1-7/8 inch... view full answer...
Currently the only base plate kit available for the 2015 Volkswagen Passat is the Blue Ox base plate part # BX3833. To use this base plate with your Roadmaster Falcon Tow Bar # RM-522 all you need is the correct adapter. For that you would want the part # BX88151 and you would be good to go.
I attached a helpful article on flat towing for you to check out as well. view full answer...
When we installed the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver # 306-X7317 on a similar 2019 Volkswagen Passat we found that from the ground to the center of the receiver opening measured 11".
So that is what you should expect once installed on your 2020 Volkswagen Passat.
This hitch has a 300lb tongue weight rating, and a 2000lb trailer weight rating making it a perfect option for a bike rack, cargo carrier, or a ball mount for light duty towing.
If you can tell me what you are planning... view full answer...
Unfortunately, the trunk release feature uses a control box that would interfere with the Curt # C11234 and Draw-Tite # 24880 hitches being installed so there is a physical difference in the vehicle that prevents the hitches from fitting vehicles equipped with the hands-free trunk release feature.
This being said, because of the different way the hitch fits, the EcoHitch # 306-X7317 WILL fit, and in many cases will not interfere with the hands-free trunk release feature according to EcoHitch.... view full answer...
The Curt hitch part # C11234 that you referenced has been confirmed as a fit for the TDI models of the 2013 Volkswagen Passat and does not have any exclusions for manual transmission models so it would work well for you. I attached an install video for you to check out as well. view full answer...
I may have a solution for you to continue using your existing Thule Squarebars that you used with your Thule TH400XT feet, but those feet were discontinued in 2015 along with the corresponding fit kits and parts are no longer available. However, you could use your old squarebars with the Thule Evo Clamp Feet # TH710501 and Fit Kit # TH145185 to create a roof rack system for your 2013 Volkswagen Passat. view full answer...
I recommend installing a trailer hitch like part # 24880 on your Passat, and using a motorcycle trailer to carry your bike. None of the trailer hitches we offer are capable of handling a 550 lb motorcycle in a carrier. The trailer hitches we offer are all Class l hitches and have a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening.
The ball mount I recommend for your hitch is part # 3590. Then for a 1-7/8 inch trailer ball I recommend part # 19256. For a 2 inch trailer ball I recommend part # 19258.
You would... view full answer...
For your 2003 Volkswagen Passat Wagon, the Curt Trailer Hitch # 11164 is a compatible trailer hitch receiver. It is recommended for this particular Curt product that you support any non-trailer loads such as bike racks, cargo carriers, etc., with stabilizing straps. Failure to properly support these loads will void your Curt warranty. I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch Support Strap # 18050. I have attached a video showing proper installation for this item.
Based on customer feedback,... view full answer...
If you have a 2020 Volkswagen Passat Wolfsburg then you can get the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver # 306-X7317. If you have the SE R-Line Passat, the only option is the Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver # 24880. view full answer...
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