Expert Answers about Subaru

• What Is The Purpose Of The Powered Module On T-One Wiring Harness For a 2014 Subaru Forester?
• The ModuLite on the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness # 118467 for your 2014 Subaru Forester serves 2 purposes. First it lessens draw put on the wiring by drawing power from the battery to power the lights on the trailer or Auxilary Lights # C53201. Secondly it coverts the tail light wiring from a 3-wire system(Left Signal, Right Signal and Brake) to a 2-wire system, since the trailer tail lights carry power for the turn signals and brake lights on the same yellow and green wires. A Mounting...
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• Warranty of etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver for 2016 Subaru Forester
• I can tell you the details about the lifetime warranty of the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e98839 that fits your 2016 Subaru Forester. The warranty covers the hitch to be free of defects of materials and workmanship for the lifespan of the hitch. So long as it is installed per the directions and not altered in any way, if there is ever an issue with the hitch it does fall under warranty for as long as you have it. I have added a link to a video install for you to check out as well...
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• Do You Make a 2-Inch Hitch Version of the Yakima OnRamp?
• Yes, we do carry a 2-inch version of the Yakima OnRamp. The part number for that rack is # Y36FR. This rack is compatible with a 2-inch hitch receiver. If you need a hitch receiver recommendation, I would be happy to assist you if you provide me with the year/make/model of your vehicle.
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• How Much Does the Swagman XC 2-Bike Rack S64650 Weigh
• The Swagman XC 2-Bike Rack Platform Style part # S64650 weighs around 25 lbs. This is very light for a platform style bike rack but we do have one that is lighter, the Saris Freedom 2 Bike Platform Rack part # SA4412B which weighs 22.5 lbs. If you just need a basic bike rack for occasional use then by all means go with the Swagman XC but if you have nice bikes and will be hauling them frequently you may want to take a look at the Saris Freedom 2 which is a much better rack overall but...
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• Tire/Wheel Combo For 3,000-Lb 15-Ft Camper Trailer
• The Loadstar trailer tire you asked about is part # AM3S333. This tire/wheel combo has an 8-ply rating and has a maximum load capacity of 1,725 lbs at 65 psi. This combo has a speed rating of 65 mph. The wheel has a 5 on 4-1/2 wheel bolt pattern. For this size tire this is the tire I would recommend. I have attached a link to a helpful article that explains how to determine the wheel bolt pattern on your trailer you can check out. Most trailer tires do not have to be balanced. Tires and...
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• Is There a Locking Threaded Hitch Pin Available to Holt the Receiver in the EcoHitch 306-X7365?
• With the bolt in question being 5/8-11 by 4 inches long, we do not have a threaded locking pin available. However, you could drill a 1/4" hole in the threaded end of the bolt and then use the Tow Ready Trailer Coupler Lock # 3008 in the drilled hole. This isn't the most elegant solution, but will work.
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• Why are Some Bike Racks Recommended for 5th-Wheel Trailers but Not Travel Trailers?
• The reason why we differentiate between bike racks that are designed for travel trailers and 5th-wheel trailers is because travel trailers have to account for the additional length of the direct hitch connection from the trailer to the vehicle. This adds more total length to travel trailers and causes more torque/force to be exerted on the back of the trailer. I went ahead and attached a diagram that shows how a hitch receiver mount adds more length. If you need a recommendation of a bike...
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• Does Suspension Enhancement for 2015 Subaru Outback Increase Tongue Weight Capacity
• That is a good question; the addition of suspension enhancement such as the Coil SumoSprings Custom Helper Springs # CSS-1125R that fit your 2015 Subaru Outback do not increase your tongue weight capacity or towing capacity. There are no products that will increase the capacity of a vehicle, and you always want to ensure you go by the lowest-rated component. So if the owner's manual of your Outback states a 200 lb tongue weight capacity, no matter what else you add, you would not be able...
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• Can 2 Yakima FrontLoader Bike Racks Fit on a LoadWarrior Cargo Basket on a 2003 Subaru Outback
• You can certainly mount two Yakima FrontLoader Bike Carriers, # Y02103, to the LoadWarrior Cargo Basket, # Y07070, and load cargo in between, but you will need two of the Yakima Loadbars, # 8870042, to mount the bike racks. The FrontLoader bike racks require two crossbars to attach to and these loadbars will provide the crossbars on top of the LoadWarrior cargo basket for the bike carriers. Since you will be loading two bikes and cargo on the LoadWarrior cargo basket, I recommend verifying...
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• Towing Capacity of 2011 Subaru Outback With 2.5L Engine and Parts Needed to Tow
• I took a look at the owner's manual for your 2011 Subaru Outback and it stated for models with your 2.5 liter engine the maximum towing capacity is 2,700 lbs for a trailer with brakes, or 1,000 lbs for a trailer without brakes. To tow you will need to start with a trailer hitch and I highly recommend the options from Draw-Tite because of how reliable they have proven to be. Assuming you do not have a Sport model you have two options for hitches, the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver # 75673...
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• How to Maintain Battery Charge in Flat Towed 2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek
• The 12V power circuit on a motor home's 7-Way socket, which is typically protected with a 40-amp circuit breaker like # PK54540, will deliver a maintenance level charge to a connected battery on either a towed vehicle or trailer. However, a depleted battery will NOT get a full charging current from this auxiliary 12V feed and will not fully re-charge. An A/C shore-power charger like the CTEK # CTEK56865 can re-charge a depleted battery. Some vehicles when flat towed will need to have their...
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• What Engine Parameters Will Edge Insight CTS2 # EP84130 Display on 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek
• My technical contact at Edge advised that when it comes to the parameters any given vehicle will display it is sometimes necessary to just plug the unit in and see what it can read. This is because these values can vary among model years and vehicle versions. Edge does not have a confirmed listing of the engine parameters that can be read on a 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek but when they plug in the Edge Insight CTS2 # EP84130 into a 2010 Subaru Impreza the unit can read (among other things)...
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• 2020 Subaru Crosstrek Hitch Removal
• Taking the spacer and the carriage bolt out will take some finesse. It will be the exact same way you installed the hitch # C13382, just in reverse. Having a magnet tool may help as well. Pretty much what you will have to do is get the spacer and the carriage bolt out in two separate pieces. If need be, you could make the hole a little bit wider to help get the spacer out. I've included a video to show you how it installed so you can get an idea of the process you have to do in reverse.
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• How Does etrailer Hitch Look Installed on 2019 Subaru Crosstrek
• I have added some photos of how the etrailer.com Trailer Hitch # E98912 will look when installed on a 2019 Subaru Crosstrek. Though these are photos of the Curt Trailer Hitch # C13382, the two hitches are the same except for the etrailer hitch has a matte black finish compared to the gloss black finish of the Curt hitch, which basically just means the etrailer hitch has a bit more of a rugged look and isn't quite as prone to scratches. As you can see by the photos, the etrailer.com Trailer...
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• What Does the etrailer Hitch for a 2022 Subaru Crosstrek Look Like When Installed
• We have not had the opportunity to photograph the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e98912 on the 2022 model of the Subaru Crosstrek yet. But there were not any notable changes to the Subaru Crosstrek's appearance from the 2021 to 2022 model year. Therefore, the hitch would look just like it did on the 2021 model. I have included a picture of this hitch on a 2021 Subaru Crosstrek that you can check out. If you plan to do any towing with your Crosstrek you can pick up the T-One Vehicle...
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• Will a Hitch Mount Bike Rack Completely Block the Backup Camera View on a 2016 Subaru Outback
• I wouldn't say that having the Swagman XTC bike rack # S64670 mounted in the trailer hitch, with or without bikes loaded, would render the backup camera useless on your 2016 Subaru Outback. The bikes and rack will certainly block the view but you would be able to see a little bit. But if you use the camera for parking in tight spaces then I would say that the blocked view would not be much help at all. This is going to be the same situation with any rear mounted bike rack.
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• Can Thule Lock Set Qty. 6 Be Ordered with Specific Key Number
• The Thule One-Key System Lock Cylinders part # TH450600 come with a random key number. It cannot be ordered with a specific key number. Therefore, you can either replace all the locks or replace them individually using the Replacement Lock Cylinder for Thule Racks and Carriers - N150 part # THLOCKN150 and Replacement Key for Thule Racks and Carriers - N150 part # THKEYN150. I know this isn't what you wanted but it's all Thule offers unfortunately, it has nothing to do with us.
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• Does Dutton-Lainson DL14825 Hand Winch Have a Neutral Play Out
• It does indeed. If you flip the pawl vertically toward the line spool, you can easily play out the line but be sure to avoid the handle because it will spin when the line is playing out. The winch can be used with a strap like # DL24249 or with 5/16 inch cable like # DL24102. I've linked to a product description video for the Dutton-Lainson # DL14825 2500 lb capacity hand winch.
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• Will Leaving Rear Hatch of 2019 Subaru Outback Open When Using RL110907 SUV Tent Drain Battery
• If the dome lights are left on, it will. Just about every vehicle has the provision to turn off the dome lights while doors are open. The passenger compartment dome light above the rearview mirror can be switched to off as can the lamp in the cargo area, according to the owner's manual. If you click the provided link, you can see a product demonstration video featuring a Rightline SUV Tent like the # RL110907 you'd looked at.
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• How to Determine if Wheel is Hub Centric or Lug Centric
• Since you mention that the bolts are pressed in with nuts to hold the wheels on, it sounds like you have lug centric wheels. Lug centric wheels slide onto studs on the hub and are secured with lug nuts. If a wheel is hub centric, the wheel centers on the hub and bolts are threaded into the hub to secure the wheel. If you can provide me with your axle capacity, tire size, and bolt pattern I would be happy to assist you in finding a wheel that will work for you.
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