Expert Answers about Subaru Outback Wagon

• Could Draw Tite Brake Controller Cause Vehicle Battery to Drain
• It really shouldn't be the controller under normal circumstances. The brake controllers like the Brake EVN # TK63VR go into a sleep mode after several minutes of inactivity which would prevent battery drain. Also the small LED light of the controller wouldn't be able to drain a battery in a matter of a couple days. If the controller is staying active that could be caused by shorts on the wiring of the controller to the vehicle or even a short or corrosion on the 7-way connector. You could...
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• Troubleshooting 2020 Subaru Outback Trailer Wiring with Bad Running Light Circuit
• It's possible that you've got a bad connection on the tail light/running light circuit, but I recommend that you begin by using a multimeter like the # PT89ZR to see what the output voltage on the circuit is at the plug. It sounds like you might be getting microvolts on the wires but not a full 12v, but the amount of voltage might give some clues as to what's going on here. If you've installed an aftermarket wiring harness like the Curt # C56040, then I also recommend checking the ground...
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• Running Lights On Trailer Towed By 2006 Subaru Outback Wagon Stay On
• Because the converter box used on the # 118461 draws its electrical power directly from the battery, the fact that your trailer tail lights continue to illuminate after the vehicle ignition is shut off indicates that the converter box has shorted out. This is almost always caused by a short circuit somewhere in the trailer wiring, most likely the running light circuit. Before replacing the converter, you will need to carefully examine the wiring on your trailer, beginning at the trailer...
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• Trailer Connector Has Current All The Time After Being Moved From 2000 To 2006 Subaru Outback Wagon
• The Tow Ready Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring, part # 118461 is designed to fit both the 2000 and 2006 Outback Wagon as long as it is not a Sport model. After connecting the T-One harness you should not show any current on any of the pins unless they are activated like stepping on the brake or using the turn signals. If you have all of the connections secure and the key is off and you are showing current on one of the trailer connector pins, there is probably a short in one of the circuits of...
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• Rear Muffler Hangers Hitting Hitch on 2017 Subaru Outback
• There are a couple things you can try if you are having trouble getting the muffler hangers back on your 2017 Subaru Outback with Draw-Tite # 75673. You can try bending the hanger using vice grips or a cheater bar to create more clearance, or replace the rubber isolator with a shorter one, which can be found at an auto parts store. I've also added a link to a help article which you may find useful.
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• Redarc Brake Controller Testing on a 2017 Subaru Outback
• I believe that the Redarc Liberty Brake Controller # RED24FR is hooked up correctly to your 2017 Subaru Outback. The blue light flashing when you push the override button is telling you that a trailer is not connected. Also remember that with this brake controller being proportional it will want to see the brake light but also feel the inertia of the vehicle stopping.
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• No Power to Trailer Wiring Harness on a 2013 Subaru Outback
• The first thing you will want to check is the in line fuse on trailer wiring harness # 118467. If it is blown or missing that could be the root of the problem. Installing this harness can be a little tricky if the vehicle has factory backup sensors. Make sure you are plugging it in at the correct locations. I have included a picture that should help. To test the harness you will use your test light and test the wires going into the converter from the vehicle. If there is no power going...
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• Removing Rusted Bolts On The Yakima Landing Pad 15 Y00241
• That is going to be a tricky one of the bolts on your Yakima Landing Pad 15 # Y00241 is rusted in place. We generally will use BP blaster on rusted bolts and it has proven to be pretty effective. If that does not do the trick you could try using a left handed drill bit of screw extractor tool like the # PT92CV. This kit includes 5 reverse drill bits and 5 screw extractors which will allow you to remove most screw sizes.
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• Yakima MegaWarrior Cargo Basket Sliding Side to Side on a 2018 Subaru Outback Wagons Factory Bars
• I spoke with Yakima about this and what could have happened is the pads on the brackets of your Yakima MegaWarrior Cargo Basket became worn and now have lost grip. You Probably need to replace the clamps to get a better grip, but unfortunately, they are no longer available. I've linked to a video review of this clamp for you to look at so you can see what you need. We do have several reports from customers of the Rola Bracket, part # 59506, working very well to secure Yakima baskets to...
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• Troubleshooting Trailer LED Lights Staying on With Vehicle Off
• It sounds like you're needing to install the Load Resistor Kit # DI34ZR so the Hopkins Wiring Kit # HM11143885 on your 2016 Subaru Outback Wagon is able to read the trailer lighting system properly. What these basically do is pull a little more power for the trailer lights which makes it easier for the vehicle to recognize the trailer is connected. I recommend installing the resistors closer to the trailer connector rather than the lights so you don't have to get a resistor for each individual...
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• Installed ETBC7L On My 2022 Subaru Outback Wagon And Now My Blinker/Brake Lights Don't Work
• Sorry to hear about the troubles you're having with the 7-Way RV Upgrade Kit for Trailer Brake Controller Installation # ETBC7L on your 2022 Subaru Outack Wagon. Apart from checking for blown fuses, the only other thing you'll want to verify is, that your grounds are secured properly to a clean, bare metal surface. You'll also want to verify that your trailer connectors as well as your grounds are clean and free of rust and corrosion. If you're still having issues after checking, let...
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• Troubleshooting 4-Pole Trailer Wiring Harness on 2008 Subaru Outback Wagon
• Thank you for your purchase of towing components for your 2008 Subaru Outback Wagon including Curt wiring harness # C55370. The yellow wire on this 4-pole harness carries both turn and brake light signals for the left-side light. Since your harness' left side output is always solid (it does not blink) then this suggests that the harness is damaged. Please note that we do offer a custom-fit harness for the 2008 Outback Wagon (as long as it is not the Sport edition), part # 118461 from...
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• Curt Echo Will Not Connect To Android Phone But Does Connect To IPhone
• For the Curt Echo # C51180 on your Android Phone you will need to ensure that Bluetooth is on. You will also want to ensure that the Curt application does have all permissions turned on in the phone settings menu. Go to your phone settings and look for the applications category, then select the Curt app. Under the Curt app you will see a tab for permissions. You will need to allow all the permissions to ensure the app is allowed to use the functions it needs to properly function on your...
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• Fixing Excessive Sway when Using Curt Trailer Hitch 13390 on a 2012 Subaru Outback
• I am not sure what you mean. The hitch itself should not be swaying at all. If you are talking about trailer sway while towing then the aerodynamic differences between the vehicles could the reason for the trailer to sway more with one vehicle than another. You would only need a friction sway bar, # 83660, and ball mount bracket # RP26003 for 2 inch hitches to stop the sway. If you have a bike rack or cargo carrier with excessive movement then a simple anti-rattle device such as # MPG908...
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• Why Is The Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch DR73RR Not Fitting My 2020 Subaru Outback Wagon?
• I would be happy to help! The Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver # DT73RR you ordered through us is a confirmed fit for your 2020 Subaru Outback Wagon. Due to the size and weight of hitches it is not uncommon for the mounting flanges to get flexed during shipping causing some weird fitment issues like you are having. What you will need to do is follow the included help article that goes over identifying exactly how much your hitch flexed and how to correct it. I also included a video...
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• Snowmobile Trailer Running Lights Stop Working, Other Lights Fine, Towed with 2013 Subaru Outback
• This sound like a bad ground. Ground problems normally show up when there is more draw on a system such as when you have the running lights on and then use another function like a turn signal or brake light. Make sure that the vehicle side and trailer side connectors are clean and free of corrosion inside and out. The main connector grounds should be attached to clean and corrosion free bare metal surfaces. The light grounds should also be attached to clean and corrosion free bare metal...
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• Finding Stoplight Circuit of 2018 Subaru Outback Wagon to Install Brake Controller
• We've had the chance to install brake controllers on 2016 and 2020 Subaru Outback Wagons and we found that for both vehicles the color of the wire for the stoplight circuit was brown. It's not uncommon for some vehicles to randomly get different colored wires from time to time so what you'll need to do is use a circuit tester like part # PTW2993 to test all of the wires until you find the circuit that has voltage only when the brakes are applied.
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• Vehicle Squeaks After Trailer Hitch Install
• When you install a hitch on a vehicle you end up bracing the rear chassis of the vehicle as the hitch attaches to both side of the frame and provides basically like a cross-bracing. What that can end up doing is causing the vehicle to have a stiffer feel to it. When torqueing the hitch down it can also cause the frame to position in a slightly different manner which can cause different interior or exterior parts to contact in a different way. Basically what I am trying to say is that the...
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• Troubleshooting Running Light Not Working On 2011 Subaru Outback Trailer Connection
• It sounds as though there may be a damaged pin connector in the wiring. I recommend going to the connector on the 2011 Subaru Outback where the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness # C56040 connects. Pull apart this connection and check to ensure that all he pins on the harness are securely in place. You can also check the voltage coming into the connector to ensure that there is not something wrong with the fuses or wiring on your Outback.
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• Do Tire Chains for 2022 Subaru Outback Wagon Work with ABS and AWD
• The tire chains part # PWRS79 that fit the tire size of 225/65-17 that you have on your 2022 Subaru Outback Wagon are totally fine to use with AWD vehicles with ABS systems. Like with any winter driving your ABS system is probably going to be working differently in the snow but the chains will give you a ton more traction. AWD is not an issue at all. I attached an install video for these chains on a similar Outback for you to check out as well.
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