Expert Answers about Volkswagen Golf
- 2 Trailer Hitch Receiver And Wiring Harnesses Needed For a 2015 Volkswagen Golf
- I see the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver # 306-X7332 that you looked at is for a 2015 Volkswagen Golf Type R. For the Type R or GTI you will need the ZCI Circuit Protected Vehicle Wiring Harness w/ 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector and Installation Kit # 119250KIT. This harness will give you a 4-way flat wiring connector.
If you do not have the Type R then the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver # 306-X7309 is the receiver that fits the base Golf and GTI versions. And the T-One...
view full answer... - Will the Thule Big Mouth Upright Carrier fit on a Thicker Roof Mount on a 2021 Volkswagen Golf?
- I do have a solid solution to the news I received from the manufacturer. They informed me that there is no way to fit the Thule Big Mouth Upright Carrier # TH599XTR on a thicker roof mount. The Yakima High Road Roof Bike Rack # Y02114 is the easy alternative. It shouldn't have an issue fitting any standard bars (regardless of style) on the market.
view full answer... - Parts Needed to Add a Fully Functioning 7-Way Connector to a 2017 Volkswagen Golf GTI
- If you do not currently have any connector on your 2017 Volkswagen Golf GTI then you will need to start off by installing a 4-Way flat connector.
For this I recommend using the ZCI # 119250KIT. The ZCI doesn't require splicing which makes it easier to install.
Once you have a 4-Way flat connector you will then want to install the Universal Installation Kit # ETBC7. This kit includes everything that you will need to install a fully functioning 7-Way on your GTI.
To activate your brakes...
view full answer... - Is Curt Stabilizer Strap 18050 Required for Class I Hitch Bike Rack on 2013 Volkswagen Golf TDI
- Some light-duty Class I hitches such as the Curt # C11498, and the # C11000 that fits your 2013 Volkswagen Golf (as long as it is not the R model), do require use of a stabilizing strap like # 18050 or a similar item on non-trailer loads in order to retain your warranty coverage. Not all Class I hitches have this requirement. Draw-Tite hitch # 24825 can be used without a support strap. You are certainly free to use an alternate strap, such as a ratcheting tie down like # EM34423 or a similar...
view full answer... - Stealth Hitch For A 2019 Volkswagen Golf GTI
- We have the perfect Stealth Hitch For you that is confirmed to fit your 2019 Volkswagen Golf GTI.
The Stealth Hitches Hidden Rack Receiver # SH79ZR has a simple, bolt-on installation. It has a black powder coat that offers for a superior rust protection. This hitch is for hitch-mounted accessories only. It can not be used for towing it has a maximum tongue weight up to 350 pounds.
To be able to tow you need The Towing Kit w/ Ball Mount and Trailer Wiring for Stealth Hitches Hidden Rack...
view full answer... - Availability of 5-Pin Flat Connector That Retains Separate Stop and Turn Signals for 2016 VW Golf
- Since pretty much every trailer has the stop signal integrated with the left and right turn signals it has just become the standard wiring configuration and that is why it can be difficult to find something. Despite this, we actually do have the solution you are looking for.
Tekonsha has their Modulite Circuit Protected Power Converter w/ 5-Way Flat, Hardwire Kit, and Tester # 119177KIT which will work in the same manner as the wiring kits that you see are a fit for your 2016 Volkswagen...
view full answer... - Recommended Trailer Wiring Harness For A 2016 Volkswagen Golf GTI Mk7
- Though The Curt harness # C56405 is not confirmed for you 2016 Volkswagen Golf The ZCI Circuit Protected Vehicle Wiring Harness w/ 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector and Installation Kit # 119250KIT is confirmed.
This modulite harness includes the circuit protection to safeguard itself and the tow vehicle from harmful electrical shorts and mis-wire situations. This harness powers the trailer's stop, turn, tail and running lights directly from the tow vehicle's battery and offers a no-splice...
view full answer... - All Parts Needed to Tow Trailer With 2017 Volkswagen Golf GTI
- We can get you set up with all the parts for your 2017 Volkswagen Golf GTI to tow your bass boat so you can get on the water and get fishing. Here is a list of all the recommended parts that fit your VW:
- Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C11412
- Wiring Harness # C59236
- Curt Drawbar # C45521
- Pin & Clip # F-4
- 1-7/8" Hitch Ball # 19256 or 2" Hitch Ball # 19258
view full answer... - Items Needed to To Flat Tow 2000 Volkswagen Cabriolet
- Assuming that your tow bar is manufactured by Roadmaster, and already has safety cables, the only other item besides the # 521227-1 base plate kit is wiring for the tail lights of the VW.
There are three options for wiring your VW for flat towing. You can go with a temporary system, like a magnetic mount part # RM-2120. These systems are easy to install and remove quickly, and remain completely independent of the towed vehicles wiring system.
Another option would be the RoadMaster Tail...
view full answer... - Recommended Hitch for a 2017 Volkswagen Golf GTI
- For your 2017 Volkswagen Golf GTI, we have the # 306-X7309, # C11412& the # 306-X7310 however I recommend going with the Stealth Hitches Hidden Rack Receiver # SH69ZR out of all the hitches offered for your vehicle.
This is going to be the only hitch that has a 2" receiver, has a completely hidden design, and is made in the USA.
The receiver on this hitch can only be used with hitch mounted accessories and shouldn't be used to tow anything, so if you needed to tow you'd also need the...
view full answer... - Recommended Trailer Hitch Receiver, Wiring and Bike Rack For a 2022 Volkswagen Golf R
- You will need the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C11564 for your 2022 Volkswagen Golf R. The Receiver # C11412 will only fit the GTI trims for your model year. Draw-Tite recommends the Drawbar # C45521 used in the rise position with either a 1-7/8" # 19256 or 2" # 19258 hitch ball.
The T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness # 118646 will give you a 4-way flat connector. This connector will allow you to operate the lights on most small trailers as well as use Auxiliary Lights # C53201 with any hitch...
view full answer... - Trailer Hitch For A 2015 Volkswagen Golf TDI
- The EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver # 306-X7309 is confirmed to fit your 2015 Volkswagen Golf. The EcoHitch weighs 32 pounds.
The trailer hitch has an easy, bolt-on installation with no drilling or welding required. It has a black powder coat finish which offers a superior rust protection. The hitch also has a concealed cross tube which will still give you a clean factory look.
The trailer hitch has a maximum gross trailer weight up to 2,000 pounds and has a maximum tongue weight...
view full answer... - Lock Core and Key Kit for Yakima BaseLine Tower Roof Rack on 2015 Volkswagen Golf TDI
- For your 2015 Volkswagen Golf TDI with a Yakima BaseLine tower roof rack installed you can use their lock core kit # Y07204. This set includes 4 lock cores, two standard keys and the control key you will use to install the cores in your BaseLine towers # Y28TR.
Please refer to the two linked videos for more on this kit and how to install it.
view full answer... - Correct Replacement Upper Strap for the Yakima Hangout 2 & 3 Bike Racks
- The Replacement Upper Strap for Yakima Quickback 2 and 3 Bike Carriers # Y90214 are only going to work with the Yakima Quickback 2 and 3 bike carriers and will not work with the Hangout.
So, for your Yakima HangOut 2 Bike Rack # Y02637 & # Y02638 you're going to need the Replacement Upper Strap for Yakima HangOut Trunk Bike Rack # Y74EV.
view full answer... - Recommended Trailer Hitch For A 2017 Volkswagen Golf TSI
- Yes, The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4 inch # C11412 is confirmed to fit your 2017 Volkswagen Golf TSI.
The trailer hitch has a bolt-on installation with no welding required. It has a gloss black powder coat finish which is over a protective base coat that offers a superior rust resistance.
The trailer hitch has a maximum gross trailer weight up to 2,000 pounds and has a maximum tongue weight up to 200 pounds. I would recommend checking your vehicle's manual...
view full answer... - Is a Wiring Harness Included with the EcoHitch # 306-X7332 for a 2017 Volkswagen Golf R
- The EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver # 306-X7332 only comes with the trailer hitch itself, but for wiring we have the Curt # C56374 which fits the R model of your 2017 Volkswagen Golf.
If you are looking to tow with your VW Golf then you will also need a ball mount, hitch ball, and hitch pin and clip. I recommend the Curt Kit # C45036 which comes with all of these components but you will want to check out the linked ball mount article to ensure that the 2" drop is correct for your...
view full answer... - How Do I Install My Curt Wiring Harness To My 2011 MK6 Golf
- When installing your wiring to your 2011 MK6 Golf the wiring should match up with Curt Wiring # C56236. The green wire goes to the right turn signal. The yellow wire goes to the left turn signal. The white is the ground wire. The black wire goes to the positive side of the battery, and the brown wire is for your tail lights.
If you're still having problems with which wire goes where I recommend getting The Hook Probe Circuit Tester Kit # PTW2993. This can be used to find electrical shorts,...
view full answer... - Is a Brake Light Relay Needed when Flat Towing 2011 Volkswagen Golf TDI Using Supplemental Braking
- A brake light relay should not be needed when installing the Even Brake braking system, # RM-9400, on your 2011 Volkswagen Golf. But you will need a stop light switch kit, # RM-751453. This will tell you that the brake pedal of the Golf is actually moving so you know the system is working properly.
A 12 volt outlet kit, # RM-9332, is also recommended.
view full answer... - Can Inno Crossbars and Inno Feet Be Purchased Individually?
- No, the Inno Square Crossbars # INB127 and the Inno Feet for Square Crossbars # INSUT are only sold in pairs as Inno does not offer these items individually.
view full answer... - Snow Chains for 2017 Volkswagen Golf with 205/55-16 Sized Tires
- Yes we do. Only they're branded as Konig tires now. The Konig Easy Fit CU-9 - Size 090 tire chains are # TH04115090.
They will fit the 205/55-16 sized tires on your Volkswagen Golf. If you haven't already you should check your owner's manual for any restrictions on using tire chains.
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