Expert Answers about Volkswagen Golf SportWagen

Recommended Trailer Hitch for a Bike Rack on a 2018 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen
The Draw-Tite, part # 24949, and Curt, part # C11422, hitches that fit your 2018 VW Golf Sportwagen are the same in a couple of ways. Specifically they have the same specs and install using the same basic process. I've linked the install details for them both, as well as a video from when we installed the Draw-Tite on a 2015 Sportwagen for you. Between the two I recommend the Draw-Tite to avoid Curt's recommendation of a support strap, part # 18050, when carrying a bike rack.
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Recommended Brake Controller and Installation Help for 2015 VW Golf SportWagen
For your 2015 VW Golf SportWagen, the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 # 90195 is a great choice that will have easy to use preset modes and a LCD screen. I've attached some videos as well as the installation details to assist. To install this brake controller in your vehicle, you will first need a 4-way flat trailer wiring harness if you don't already have one. If you need one, I recommend the Curt Powered Tail Light Converter with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # C59236. Then you will use this 4-way...
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Trunk Bike Rack Recommendation for 2015 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen
For a bike rack that is confirmed as a fit for your 2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen with a spoiler I would recommend the Malone Hanger part # MPG2139. The upper arms of this rack are long enough to allow you to get the straps high enough that no pressure would get exccessively put on the spoiler. Check out the review video I attached for more info as well.
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Trailer Hitch for a 2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen TDI
For your 2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen TDI you can use Curt trailer hitch # C11411. If you are planning on towing, I recommend the Curt Ball Mount, part # C45520. For a hitch pin and clip you need part # F-4. If you need a 1-7/8 inch hitch ball you can order part # C40001, and for a 2 inch hitch ball I recommend part # C40018.
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Best Hitch and 4 Bike Swing-Away Rack For 2016 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen
The best option for the 2016 2016 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen is the EcoHitch part # 306-X7315 because it is the only hitch option with a 2" receiver that will allow you to carry 4 bikes on the Volkswagen. The other options are Class I 1-1/4" hitch receivers that will only allow you to carry 2 bikes. The best option for a Swing-Away Rack on the 2016 VW Golf Sportwagen is Yakima FullSwing 4 Bike Rack part # Y02465 because the quality and the features of the Yakima rack exceeds other swing-away...
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Which EcoHitch Hitch Fits 2015 VW SportWagen TDI
We have an EcoHitch that does fit your 2015 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen TDI with the part # 306-X7315 but the part number you referenced does not fit your vehicle. The rear bumper and beam does need to come off to install this hitch.
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Does EcoHitch for 2018 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen Have Capacity for 180 lb Power Chair
The EcoHitch part # 306-X7315 that fits your 2018 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen does have a tongue weight capacity of 300 lbs so it would have the capacity needed to carry the weight of your 40 lb carrier and 180 lb mobility chair. The two together weigh 220 lbs which leaves you with 80 lbs of extra capacity.
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What Does the Gen-Y Torsion 2-Ball Mount w/ Stacked Receivers # 325-GH-1325 Weigh
Actually the Gen-Y Torsion 2-Ball Mount w/ Stacked Receivers # 325-GH-1325 that you referenced weighs 124 lbs. This ball mount weighs so much because it has a very high weight capacity at 21,000 lbs, is adjustable and is cushioned. To pull all of that off Gen-Y had to make it pretty heavy. I attached a review video for this for you to check out as well.
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Installing Tekonsha ZCI Wiring on a 2019 Volkswagen SportWagen
While I don't know the color code for the wiring on your 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen, the ZCI Circuit Protected Vehicle Wiring Harness # 119250KIT should have come with a circuit tester so you can use the probe to see what wire carries which function on your SportWagen. I know the instructions for the ZCI wiring can be a bit overwhelming but that's really just because this is truly a universal wiring kit so Tekonsha wanted to get as much info out there as possible. If you check out...
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Replacement N005 Key for Roof Rack
Yes, the Replacement Key for Thule Racks and Carriers - N005 # THKEYN005 is exactly what you need for your new roof rack. Just enter the desired quantity in the box before ordering!
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Solution for Carrying E-Bikes with 2017 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen
Since there are no trunk mounted bike racks that can carry bikes that weigh over 35 lbs you'd have to look into a hitch mounted e-bike rack like the Thule EasyFold XT part # TH903202 which was designed for the heavier e-bikes as it has a higher weight capacity, uses frame clamps, and also has a ramp built into it for easier loading/unloading. For your 2017 Volkswagen Golf you'd need a hitch like the # C11422 to use this rack.
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Recommended Trailer Hitch Receiver For 2015 VW Golf SportWagen TDI
For your 2015 VW Golf SportWagen TDI, there are two hitches available. They offer the same amount of clearance but I recommend the Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4" # 24949 for 2 reasons. The first reason is that it does not have a reinforced collar on the receiver opening which will give you a very slight clearance advantage when backing up at the lip of the receiver. The second reason is that Curt requires a stabilization strap # 18050 for...
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Trailer Hitch Recommendation for 2015 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen for Swing Away Bike Rack
As long as you stay under the weight capacity of the EcoHitch part # 306-X7315 that you referenced the Yakima FullSwing part # Y02465 will fit and work well. The hitch has a 200 lb tongue weight capacity and the rack weighs 56 lbs so you'd have 144 lbs of capacity left over for bikes. If you plan on carrying any womens or alternative framed bikes without horizontal top tubes you may also be interested in purchasing a Kuat Bike Frame Adapter Bar # UB01 to provide a horizontal top tube...
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Snow Chain Recommendation for 2015 VW Golf Sportwagen with Tire Size 225/45R18
For your tire size of 225/45R18 the tire chains I recommend the highest are the Konig Easy Fit chains part # TH04115097 as they provide excellent traction in winter weather, will last you a very long time, but what I really like about them is that they install in a matter of seconds and don't require crawling around under your vehicle. I attached a review video for these for you to check out as well.
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EcoHitch Trailer Hitch Receiver for 2015 VW Golf TDI SportWagen
The EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2" # 306-X7315 is the correct fit for your 2015 VW Golf TDI SportWagen. The EcoHitch Stealth Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2" # 306-X7375 you referenced is not a fit for your vehicle and is only a fit for the 2018 - 2019 Volkswagen e-Golf and 2018 - 2020 Volkswagen Golf GTI models.
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How To Use Yakima RidgeBack 4 Bike Rack on a 2018 Volkswagen Golf
In order to use the Yakima RidgeBack 4 Bike Rack part # Y02458 on a 2018 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen you must install the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 306-X7315. The reason for this is that the maximum number of bikes that can be carried on a class I hitch is two so you won't not be able to utilize the Yakima RidgeBack 4 to its full potential. The issue has to do with leverage rather than weight capacity. Please note, the larger 2" receiver tube opening is a much better...
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Trailer Wiring Recommendation for a 2015 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen
The trailer wiring harness you would want for your 2015 VW Golf Sportwagen is the ZCI Wiring Kit part # 119250KIT. This harness is nice because it does not require any cutting or splicing into the factory wiring of your vehicle. The only actual wiring you have to do is run a wire up to the vehicle battery to power the unit.
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Tip for Removing Last Bit Of Movement from Yakima HoldUp Bike Rack in Hitch Tube
We can only recommend Yakima hitch pin locks for their bike racks. The HitchMate # HE6001 would not fit anyway as the threads are much wider. Are you still getting movement with your Holdup # Y02443? One tip that works for a lot of people is to tighten the hitch pin with one and use your other hand to move the rack around as you do so. This typically gets the last bit of movement out of the rack.
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Which Trailer Hitch Receiver For a 2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen
I have an option for you but the trailer hitch receiver from your 2013 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen will not work on your new 2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen. I recommend the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver # 306-X7315 due to it being the only option for your 2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen that has a 2x2 receiver which will give you more options for accessories. I included a picture of the EcoHitch # 306-X7315 installed on a customers car for you to take a look at. If you already...
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ZCI Trailer Wiring Short on 2015 VW Golf SportWagen Causes Lights to Blink & Trailer Lights Stay On
Based on your description of what has occurred I believe that there is a short somewhere that is causing the problems. But the converter box alone from # 119250KIT cannot be replaced by itself because it is not offered. It would require a whole new complete harness.
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