A rooftop tent may be possible for your 2005 Mazda Tribute, but it will need to have raised side rails to install a roof rack and not the factory roof rack. So if raised side rails is what you were referring to by "original racks" then you will be able to install a rooftop tent, the Yakima SkyRise HD Tent for Roof Rack Crossbars - 3 Person # Y07437 or 2 Person # Y07436.
What you would need is a roof rack that attaches to those raised rails and has a 165 lb capacity, which we do offer with... view full answer...
The Putco # P231920 Driving Light will work absolutely perfectly with your # 30-0025-1155 Safari Light Bar. They were unfortunately not able to provide me with any information about the amperage draw of the light kit. As far as the lamps causing an inadvertent draw on the battery goes, you won't need to worry about that happening as long as the lamps are installed according to the installation instructions. view full answer...
We have several trailer wiring options that are confirmed to fit your 2003 Mazda Tribute, but the part # HM48895 that you referenced is not one of them.
Instead you would want the part # 118343 if you don't have the tow package and part # C55255 if you do have it. view full answer...
You will want to connect the Vehicle Wiring Harness # 118343 to both taillight assemblies on your 2002 Mazda Tribute. The wiring harness needs signal from both taillights so the trailer's turn signals will function properly.
The 4-Pole connector provided by the 118343 harness will provide taillight, right turn/stop, and left turn/stop functions for your trailer.
I have attached a help article on trailer wiring for you. view full answer...
Any of the class III receivers offered for your 2005 Tribute, including the Curt model you reference, are compatible with a full-sized spare tire. The curved shape of the hitch fits around and below the spare tire, and will not interfere.
I have provided a link to an install video for you to check out. The video shows a hitch from a different manufacturer being installed, but the hitch is similar enough to the one you referenced to give you a good idea of the placement. At the end of... view full answer...
The proper mounting hardware can be ordered for the Draw-Tite Class II Trailer Hitch, item # 36501, by using item # RHK, replacement hardware kit, in the search box and then entering the hitch item number and the hitch manufacturer in the boxes below the item description. I have also posted instructions for installation of this hitch below. view full answer...
Since your 2005 Mazda Tribute has crossbars that run side to side on the roof I will make my recommendations for it. The Outlander would need to have crossbars added if it only has side rails and that represents additional cost.
I recommend the Rhino-Rack J-style carrier # S512 since it can fold down flat and also has a weight capacity of 99 pounds. You will want to check the roof rack and/or the owner's manual for the Tribute though to make sure it is rated high enough for your 95 pound... view full answer...
For your wife's 2005 Mazda Tribute we have the Draw Tite hitch part # 75751 which is a confirmed fit and allows you to retain the spare. It's not the best angle but I attached a picture of this hitch installed on a vehicle like yours and you can see that the spare is left installed on it. view full answer...
The Curt Harness for Your Tribute, part # C55255, is actually considerably longer than that. I had it measured in our warehouse and it's about 37 inches total. view full answer...
I verified with my contact at Draw-Tite that the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Class III Trailer Hitch, # 75751, will fit all models of the 2005 Mazda Tribute.
The only issue that you may run into will be with the wiring harness. There are two wiring harnesses available for your vehicle. If your vehicle came with a factory tow package, then you can use the Hopkins Custom Fit Wiring Harness, # 40455. If you do have the factory tow package, then you may need to may need to see a local Ford dealership... view full answer...
It is possible for a taillight converter module to go bad. If your circuit testing shows correct signal inputs to each input pin of the module, but no output from the module, then the module could be blown.
Please refer to the trailer wiring troubleshooting guide attached. This page offers information about the likely causes for a failed module and how to isolate the problem.
Any one of a number of issues can cause failure of a module. If the module suddenly stopped working and there... view full answer...
When a single trailer taillight doesn't want to function the issue is almost always related to the ground of the assembly. What you'd want to do is check the condition of the ground and fix as needed. If you have the # TLL9RK kit that you referenced it grounds through the white wire of the assemblies that normally get ran to the trailer frame. What you can do is run that white wire either all the way back to the main ground of the trailer wiring harness or find a better place to install... view full answer...
Installing this particular hitch on your Tribute should not be too difficult if you have average mechanical ability and access to a torque wrench. One of the connections on each side of the frame uses a weld nut, a nut that is welded into the interior of the frame member.
Since your vehicle has a few years on it, there is a good chance that there is some corrosion and road grime built up in the threads of the weld nut. You will need to spray a lubricant like WD-40 into the weld nuts and... view full answer...
The Thule Passage trunk mount bike rack # TH910XT is indeed a fit for your daughter's 2011 Mazda Tribute. Whether or not it is the best choice depends on what you are looking for in a trunk mount bike rack. I can tell you that the Passage is a solid performer that has not required any major changes over the years.
The Passage uses 6 straps to attach to the rear of the vehicle. The first time you perform the installation takes the longest but each subsequent time will be easier since you... view full answer...
A hitch from a 2004 Nissan Xterra would not fit a 2011 Toyota RAV4. For your RAV4 I would recommend you get the Curt Trailer Hitch # C13149. This is a Class III hitch with plenty of capacity. Check out the install video I attached.
If you plan on doing some towing you might be interested in etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop and one with a 2-3/4 inch rise or 4 inch drop. It also includes a 1-7/8 inch ball, 2 inch ball,... view full answer...
I spoke with my contact at Performance Tool and she informed me that the Performance Tool Wheel Step, part # PT68ZR, has a weight limit of 300 lbs. view full answer...
The Draw-Tite Class III 2 Inch Hitch, part # 75118, will fit your 2003 Mazda Tribute V6 4WD. The installation instructions do not mention any interference with the spare tire. I looked up the Mazda Tribute and the spare tire seems to be located in a spare tire well inside the vehicles rear cargo area. It does mention that minor heat shield modification may be required. I am including a link to the installation instructions that will show you where the hitch will be installed and a video... view full answer...
It certainly is possible that your factory installed hitch that came with the tow package is a Class II trailer hitch. I was able to find in the owner's manual that, when properly equipped, the 2003 Mazda Tribute can tow up to a 3,500 pound trailer.
When it comes to weight ratings for Class II and Class III trailer hitches, Class II hitches are usually rated for up to 3,500 pounds towing and 300-350 pounds tongue weight. Class III hitches can be rated as low as 3,500 pounds, and as high... view full answer...
It sounds like there could be one of two possible problems. First, it could be a ground issue. A weak ground can cause all sorts of issues. Make sure the ground for the converter is attached to a clean and corrosion free bare metal surface. If it already is, try moving the ground to a different location.
You will also want to check the trailer side connector and wiring. If there is corrosion build up on the trailer connector that could cause problems. Make sure to check the main ground... view full answer...
To determine where the problem is first disconnecting the trailer from your 2006 Mazda Tribute. Instead of using the 4-Way tester, use a circuit tester such as # PTW2993. Have someone sit in the vehicle and activate the left turn signal and brakes while you test the 4-Way at the back with the circuit tester.
If the circuit tester shows power when it is supposed to then that indicates a possible issue on the trailer. All vehicles and wiring harnesses are different so it is possible that... view full answer...
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