Expert Answers about Subaru Impreza

• Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring on a 2016 Subaru Impreza Hatchback
• I can agree with you that running the power wire can be time consuming. It does make it easier if you can get the back of the vehicle on ramps. The hardest part is routing the power wire over the rear axle and staying away from anything hot or moving. Once you get past the axle you can run the wire along some factory hard lines or in between a plastic panel and the body to the front. All of the wiring kits for the 2016 Subaru Impreza require a power wire be ran to the battery. The power...
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• How To Secure and Wire the ThermaHeat RV Holding Tank Pads
• The ThermaHeat RV Holding Tank part # 277-000163 has an adhesive backing so no further method of securing it would be required nor is there anything I can recommend. I would also not recommend covering it for protection as this could be a fire hazard. it In regards to operation, it would work with pretty much any toggle/rocker switch like part # PK34310. I have attached a sample diagram I made to help with the wiring.
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• Could Saris SuperClamp EX Carry E-Bikes with Fenders
• The Saris SuperClamp EX # SA4025F transports bikes with dual wheel-clamping hooks. With full fenders on front and rear wheels being commonplace on eBikes, the placement of the SuperClamp hooks need to be adjusted accordingly, but they will certainly work with together. When a fender is used on the front and/or rear wheel, clamp the hook to the wheel where the fender ends. We also strongly recommend the use of the included front and rear wheel straps, especially when transporting bikes...
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• Installing Trailer Wiring Connector on 2018 Subaru Impreza
• The T-One # 118744 installs on your 2018 Subaru Impreza by teeing into your vehicle wiring behind the turn signals. It receives power via the black wire that is routed to the battery on your Impreza. If you fail to connect the power wire then your trailer lights won't be able to draw enough power to function. Some people also ask about connecting the power to a 12V source at the rear of the vehicle since a lot of newer vehicles have a 12V socket in the rear hatch area. While this seems...
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• Fascia Trimming Required to Install EcoHitch Trailer Hitch in 2019 Subaru Impreza Hatchback
• There is a bit of fascia trimming needed on your 2019 Subaru Impreza hatchback to install the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver # 306-X7350. If you check out the accompanying cut out you can see that it requires a 2-1/2" square to be cut. This will allow your '19 Impreza to have a hitch that his hidden except for the receiver; I have added a photo a customer sent in of your 2019 Impreza with this hitch installed so you can see how it will look on yours. Additionally, if you are looking...
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• Idea for Attaching Light Bar to Roof Cargo Basket
• I am sure there is a way you could mount the Vision X Xmitter Prime IRIS Off-Road Light Bar # XPI-12M to the Yakima Load Warrior part # Y07070 if you wanted to, but aside from modifying light bar brackets like part # 57-0000 there really isn't a way that I can recommend.
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• Why is a Connection to Vehicle Battery Required for Trailer Wiring on a 2011 Subaru Impreza
• The 12 volt power wire on the Curt Custom Fit Trailer Wiring Harness, # C56111, is designed to provide power for the trailer stop, turn and taillights. This type of wiring harness is designed for vehicles that have sensitive circuitry and thinner wires that cannot handle the additional amperage draw that would be placed on them if trailer wiring was added. The converter box will use the vehicles circuitry to sense when the vehicle brakes, turn signals or taillights are activated and the...
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• Can Power Wire for Curt Wiring Kit # C56259 be Connected to 12V Power Outlet on 2012 Subaru Impreza
• Although that would make things easier you really do need to route the power wire that comes with the Curt T-Connector # C56259 up to the battery on your 2012 Subaru Impreza. This wiring kit is designed to function independently of the OEM wiring on your Impreza so if you were to connect this to a 12V outlet then if something went bad on your trailer it could leak over to your vehicle. We also don't know what else this outlet is connected to so it may be very easy to bust a fuse and then...
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• Does 2016 Subaru Impreza Bumper Need to be Removed to Install EcoHitch
• There are actually 2 different methods to installing the EcoHitch Invisi Trailer Hitch Receiver # 306-X7211 on your 2016 Subaru Impreza; Version 1 that requires bumper removal, and Version 2 that requires hole enlargement. You can physically lift the hitch into place, yes, but the hardware is a little different when it comes to the install. If you don't want to enlarge any holes on your trunk pan you'll need to remove your bumper to gain access to the opening in your frame so you can...
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• Where Do the 8 Flat Washers Install for the EcoHitch # 306-X7211 on a 2014 Subaru Impreza Wagon
• Once the hitch is in position over the bolts hanging down from the frame you will need 2 of the flat washers per bolt instead of just 1. That is what is indicated in the instructions for the hitch: "Step 8. With all hardware properly fished into position, raise hitch onto hanging hardware. Be careful not to push bolt hardware back into frame rails. Secure bolts with two 1/2” flat washers, one 1/2” lock washer, and one 1/2” nut. Once hitch is secured and centered on vehicle, torque all hardware...
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• Does Hot Lead Need to be Run to Battery on 2011 Subaru Impreza Wagon
• The type of battery you described is not something you will be able to use to install the Hopkins Plug-In Simple Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # HM11143894 on your 2011 Subaru Impreza Wagon You need to run a hot lead to the battery because this is the only way to ensure your car's wiring is not otherwise affected. To do this you may need Wire Loom, 10' Long # 7509-10 and Loom Clamp -1/4" # A0250. I have added a link to a help article on routing a power wire...
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• Does the Bumper of 2014 Subaru Impreza STI Need to Be Trimmed For Curt Hitch # C11120 Installation
• There will be minor fascia trimming required when installing the Curt Trailer Hitch # C11120 on your 2014 Subaru WRZ STI. In the attached picture the required trimming is noted. The hitch is designed for vehicles with the quad tip exhaust. When using this hitch to carry a bike rack, Curt requires using the Curt Support Strap # 18050. I have attached a brief demonstration of this strap. The Curt hitch # C11120 that you referenced is a Class I hitch with a 1-1/4 inch receiver. It looks...
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• Are Keys Included with the Yakima Same Key System SKS Lock Cores QTY 8
• Yes the Yakima Same Key System SKS Lock Cores QTY 8 Item # Y07208 that you referenced does come with two keys and a change key. Basically it comes everything you mentioned seeing the product picture
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• How to Remove EcoHitch from 2009 Subaru Impreza
• The EcoHitch Stealth Trailer Hitch Receiver # 306-X7261 you are referring to can be removed from your 2009 Subaru Impreza in the same way it was installed, which is to remove the bolts which can be done with a torque wrench, though keep in mind you also need to remove the bumper.
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• Does the Fuse Holder Wire Loop Need to Be Cut to Install the Fuse Holder
• Yes, you are correct. You will need to cut the loop, strip both ends of the wire and then use the included butt-end connectors to attach the fuse to the Curt Wiring Harness # 56061 and the ring terminal to the positive side of the battery in your 2012 Subaru Impreza Sedan. I would recommend cutting the wire in the middle so that you have equal distance of wire on either side of the fuse.
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• Install of EcoHitch 2-inch Hitch 306-X7261 for 2008 Subaru Impreza 5-Door Wagon with Quad Exhaust
• The EcoHitch 2-inch model # 306-X7261 is a confirmed fit on the 2008 Subaru Impreza 5-Door Wagon with Quad Exhaust. This hitch will fit WRX quad exhaust models, including the WRX STi. I contacted the tech staff at TorkLift, who makes the EcoHitch products, and my contact provided the written instructions for installing this item. I have forwarded these to you in a separate email. This hitch has a 300-lb tongue weight (TW) capacity which means that a loaded bike rack like # TH934XTR or...
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• Do Backup Sensors have to be Removed to Install EcoHitch Trailer Hitch on a 2018 Subaru Impreza
• You will be able to unplug the parking sensor wiring harness on your 2018 Subaru Impreza in order to set the fascia aside to continue the installation of EcoHitch # 306-X7350. As far as the length of that harness I couldn't say but it may be long enough to keep everything plugged in and still have room to install the hitch.
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• Fascia Trimming Required to Install Curt Class I Part # C11120 on 2011 Subaru Impreza
• The lower bumper fascia would need to be trimmed approximately 1-5/8 inches by 4 inches. You can get a better idea of the necessary trimming by checking the install instructions, and looking at the photo I produced for you. Remember the old woodworkers adage: Measure twice, cut once. If you were planning on using the receiver as a mounting point for a bike rack or cargo carrier, be aware that Curt requires the use of a stabilizing strap like part # 18050. Failure to use a stabilizing...
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• Installation Instructions and Wire Functions of Trailer Wiring Harness C59496
• I have included a link at the bottom of the page to the instructions for wiring harness # C59496. In the mean time the red wire is for brake lights, green is right turn signal, yellow is left turn signal, white is ground, brown is running lights, and black is the power wire. We do not re-sell returned items. We have to kit the harnesses together with the extra wire and fuse holder though so you get everything in one package.
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• Troubleshooting a Trailer That Only the Right Turn Signal Works On
• I would first start off by inspecting inside of both the vehicle and trailer side connector for corrosion or buildup. Make sure to clean out both sides of the connector before reattaching. Once this is done you will need to check for a proper ground at the connector and at each light. Some tail lights are grounded through the mounting bolts. I have included a video that explains how to test for a proper ground. If you cannot find a ground problem, you can move on to the wiring. First,...
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