Expert Answers about Volvo S40

• Cargo Carrier Recommendation for Class I Hitch on 2011 Volvo S40
• We have cargo carriers that fit Class I hitches like the Curt part # C18145 which would work well for you. These carriers are designed to fit the hitch you have installed like the Curt part # C11438 on your 2011 Volvo S40.
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• What Tire Chains Will Fit a 2004 Volvo S40
• The list of tire sizes compatible with the Glacier Cable Snow Tire Chains, # PW1030, can be found on the product page near the bottom. The list is quite extensive but does not include a 205/55-16 tire size. Instead, you would need to use the Glacier Tire Chains, # PW1034, for your 2005 Volvo S40. It is also recommended that you use rubber adjuster # PW100 for the best fit and easiest installation. I have also included a link below to all of the available tire chains that will fit your S40. I...
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• Is Trailer Wiring Kit for 2011 Volvo S40 with Power Wire Ran to Battery the Best Solution
• If your trailer has several lights on it for the running light circuit it's most likely going to draw a decent amount of amperage and it will be in your best interest to go with a trailer wiring harness that draws power directly from the trailer battery like the Curt part # C56069 which is a confirmed fit for your 2011 Volvo S40. The install is longer as you have the extra step of running the power wire up to the vehicle battery, but the added peace of mind you get by knowing that the taillight...
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• Best Trunk Mount Bike Rack for Best Price for a 2011 Volvo S40
• For your 2011 Volvo S40, I highly recommend looking at the Thule Passage 2-Bike Rack, # TH910XT. Thule makes quality bike racks that have many great features and excellent vehicle fits. Their patented FitDial system will tell you exactly where and how to mount the bike rack on your trunk. For future reference, the Thule FitDial setting for your vehicle is 7. The Passage also features anti-sway cradles to keep the bikes from moving and hitting your bumper and narrowly spaced arms to accommodate...
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• Hitch and Bike Rack Recommendation for Carrying Two 72 Pound Electric Bikes on 2005 Volvo S40
• I have a rack that might work for you, but you'd need to be able to remove 12 lbs of weight from each bike, as the rack I'm recommending has a maximum capacity of 60 lbs per bike. Usually the battery pack is a pretty heavy item. If it can be easily removed, it could lighten your bikes enough so that they'll be compatible with the rack. If you can get both bikes down to 60 lbs or less, you'd begin with a trailer hitch. The Curt Class I hitch, part # C11438 would be a great choice. The...
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• Recommended Snow Chains for 2008 Volvo S40 That are Easy to Put On and Remove
• Self-tensioning and rim protection on snow chains will not affect their performance so they are a very good idea for those that value speed and simplicity when putting on and removing snow chains. The chains I recommend that are a fit for the 205/50-17 tires on your 2008 Volvo S40 are the Konig Low-Pro Snow Tire Chains # TH04115090. You'll be able to put these chains on your Volvo and take them off in seconds, as you can see in the video I've linked for you. The Konig chains are made...
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• Trailer Hitch and Related Components for Towing 6 x 8 Motorcycle Trailer With 2005 Volvo S40
• The only trailer hitch offered for your 2005 Volvo S40, is the Curt # C11438 that you referenced. This is a light-duty Class I types that has a maximum tongue weight (downward force on the hitch) of 200-lbs and a maximum gross trailer weight capacity of 2000-lbs. I have linked two articles that will help you with hitch installation. I was not able to find a confirmed towing capacity for your vehicle so its a good idea to check your owner's manual (or speak to a local dealership) to confirm...
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• Will Thule Raceway 3 Bike Carrier Fit on 2010 Volvo S40 With Spoiler
• After some research and checking the Thule fitguide, I have found the Thule OutWay 3 Bike Carrier # TH56BV is a compatible fit for your 2010 Volvo S40 with a factory spoiler. This rack features anti-sway cradles, a cable lock, and a patented dial system for mounting the rack to your vehicle. If you plan on carrying women's or children's bikes, you may be interested in the Thule Bike Adapter # TH982XT. It provides a horizontal bar to these bikes, allowing them to be transported more levelly...
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• Which Trailer Wiring Harness Fits 2011 Volvo S40T5 2.5l?
• There sure is! For your 2011 Volvo S40T5 with the 2.5L engine you'll need the Curt # C59236. This splice in harness will work perfectly for your vehicle, though you'll want to pick up a circuit tester # PTW2993 to help identify which wires on your vehicle you'll need to splice into.
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• Availability of 2 Inch Receiver Hitch for Carrying Bike Rack on 2005 Volvo S40
• Due to the towing limitations of the vehicle and the attachment points where the hitch would install, only a Class I hitch with the 1-1/4 inch receiver is available for the 2005 Volvo S40. I'd recommend the Curt Class I hitch, part # C11438. You could use a hitch adapter like # HTAD to accommodate your existing bike rack, but because using an adapter applies additional leverage to the hitch and its attachment points to the vehicle, using an adapter would reduce the 200 lb tongue weight...
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• Installation Instructions for Curt Hitch C11822 on 2003 Volvo S40
• I checked and there are no installation videos available for the trailer hitch receiver that fits your 2003 Volvo S40, which is the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C11822. The best we can offer are the installation instructions, which I've cut out and are shown here, and I've also added a link to them below if you'd like to take a look. It is a pretty simple install, and you'll use the U-bolt that is included with the hitch hardware for fastening, as well as drill four holes into the tire...
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• Is it Possible to Carry Two 12 ft Kayaks on a 2007 Volvo S40 with Thule Hull-A-Ports
• The two factors you need to consider for putting two 12 foot kayaks on your 2007 Volvo S40 is the weight capacity of the roof of your vehicle and if there is enough room up there for them. To determine the weight capacity of your roof you will want to consult the owners manual of your vehicle, it will be listed in there. If the weight of both kayaks is less then the roof capacity of your vehicle plus a little extra for a kayak carrier you know you will be good. In order to install 2 kayak...
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• Carrying Bikes on a 2008 Volvo S40 T5
• I contacted our representative at Thule and she informed me that the Thule OutWay Platform 2 Bike Carrier, part # TH65JV, will fit the standard model 2008 Volvo S40. She could not confirm that # TH65JV would fit the T5 model. I did some research on the internet and found that the T5 is the AWD Turbo model. Also, that the T5 can come equipped with a rear spoiler and added fascia. If your Volvo S40 T5 is equipped with a spoiler, the Thule OutWay may not fit. Since the T5 comes with added...
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• Does Thule Archway XT 2-Bike Rack Fit 2006 Volvo S40
• The Thule passage XT 2-Bike Rack, part # TH910XT is confirmed as a fit for your 2006 S40. This bike carrier has the patented FitDial system that ensures a great fit on your Volvo and a weight capacity of 70-lbs. If you are planning on carrying bikes with alternative frames like kids bikes or women's bikes I recommend using an adapter bar like part # 64005. This attaches between the seat post and the handlebar stem and allows the bike to be carried more level in the carrier while providing...
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• Visibility of the Curt Class I Hitch on a 2009 Volvo S40
• We have not had a chance to install this hitch on a vehicle like your 2009 Volvo S40, but I spoke with my contact at Curt and he said the majority of this trailer hitch will not be visible. The top of the receiver will sit flush with the bottom of your bumper fascia. He did mention that you may be able to see the bottom part of the mounting arms that extend just past the crossbar on both sides. I have attached installation instructions for you to check out. If you plan on doing any light...
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• Fit of Hollywood Racks Express 3 # HRE3 Bike Rack on 2006 Volvo S40 Hardtop Convertible
• My contact at Hollywood Racks confirms that their # HRE3, Express 3-Bike Trunk Mounted Bike Carrier is indeed a fit for your 2006 Volvo S40 Hard Top Convertible. If you'll be carrying women's bikes or bikes with sharply angled top tubes, you might want to consider a frame adapter bar like part # 64005. The bar spans the distance between the seat post and handlebar gooseneck, providing a level attachment point to the bike rack, which would maximize ground clearance. And, I don't mean to...
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• Is There a 3-Bike Trunk Rack That Fits a Volvo S40 and Honda CR-V or What Options Are There
• Unfortunately due to the different body styles of the 2006 Volvo S40 and the 2021 Honda CR-V, there is not 1 trunk bike rack that will fit both vehicles. You could use the Thule Passage 3 Bike Carrier # TH911XT for your 2006 Volvo S40 and the Yakima HangOut 3 Bike Rack # Y02638 for your 2021 Honda CR-V. Another option would be to use a hitch mounted bike rack. The Thule Helium Pro 3 Bike Rack # TH9043PRO will carry 3 bikes and is compatible with 1-1/4" hitches like what would be on your...
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• Recommended Tire Chains for a 2006 Volvo S40 with 205/50-17 Tires
• The Pewag Servo RS Self-Tensioning Snow Tire Chains part # PWRS73 are a confirmed fit for the 205/50-17 tires on your 2006 Volvo S40 and will work well for you. The patented self-tensioning technology ensures the chains have a snug and secure fit on your vehicle's tires and the integrated anti-scratch bumpers will do a good job of protecting your vehicle's rims. The chains have a square link construction which provides increased traction in both snow and ice. I have attached a review...
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• Will the Thule Archway Bike Rack Fit on a 2008 Volvo S40
• There are many trunk mounted bike racks that will fit your 2008 Volvo S40. The Yakima SuperJoe 2 Bike Rack, # Y02616, has been discontinued, but the Thule Gateway Pro 2 Bike Rack, # TH88VR, is confirmed to fit your S40. I have attached a link to all of the trunk mounted bike racks that will fit your S40 for you to check out. If you plan on carrying any women's, children's or alternative frame bikes, then I also recommend picking up the Thule Adapter Bar, # TH982XT. Bikes with small or...
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• Recommended Bike Rack for Trek Verve 3 with Step-Through Frame for a 2004 Volvo S40
• The Swagman Chinook # S64683 is a great bike rack that can be adjusted to hold kid's bikes so I don't think that the hook being able to come down far enough will be an issue. My only concern is that the 3rd point of contact will be lower so I am not sure how secure a bike with a low step-through frame will do. To ensure that your wife's bike will remain secure in the bike rack there are 2 options. You could either use an Adapter Bar # 64005 which is typically used for hanging style...
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