The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C12115 is a 100% bolt-on fit for your 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited (8th Gen 2013-2016) LTZ therefore, you will not have to do any cutting or drilling. The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver fits other models like the Impala, XTS, and Lacrosse which do require modifications but that is not the case for the Malibu. This hitch will work just fine for pretty much any bike rack as well so long as it has a 1-1/4" shank.
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The power wire for the Curt wiring harness part # C56176 will always have power since it does connect directly to the vehicle battery. However, unless there is a circuit attached to it that would allow amperage to draw from the power it would not just discharge into thin air. There would have to be something connected to it otherwise it doesn't go anywhere.
Also, the circuits would need to be activated on the vehicle for power to go to any of the pins on the 4-way. The power wire is for... view full answer...
Curt trailer hitch # C12115 will fit all US models of the 2016 Chevy Malibu Limited including your LT. The recommended ball mount is # C45017. For a 1-7/8 inch ball use # 19256 and for a 2 inch ball use # 19258 and for a pin and clip use # F-4.
For a trailer wiring harness I recommend # C56176 to add a 4-Way flat connector to the rear of the vehicle. view full answer...
The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C12115 is a confirmed fit for your vehicle. I reached out to my tech contact and he said it sounds like you may be installing it on the wrong side. He said it is an interesting configuration from most other hitches and this is the order it will go. You will have the bolt head then the washer, then the hitch, then the weld nut on hanger and then the hanger with bolt coming through the rubber on other side.
You will not do any trimming of the rubber... view full answer...
For the U.S. version of the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited LTZ we do offer custom-fit Class II hitches from several makers, including the Curt # C12115 which offers both the lowest cost and highest tongue weight rating (350-lbs). If used with a bike rack or cargo carrier you'll need to add the support strap # 18050. This hitch is made specifically for the 2016 LTZ.
Any accessory items you use should also be Class II to ensure compatibility. For reference I linked you to Class II bike carriers... view full answer...
The Blue Ox base plates from a 2012 Chevy Impala will not fit a 2016 Chevy Malibu Limited. If you have a Blue Ox tow bar though you will be able to use it with the Malibu once the proper base plates are installed. Blue Ox has 1 option for the 2016 Malibu Limited and it is # BX1715. It will fit models with the 2.5 liter motor without the Active Air Shutter system.
If your 2016 Malibu is NOT a Limited model then Blue Ox has 1 option: # BX1726 for the 1.5L or 2.0L I4 Engine - without Active... view full answer...
The Thule ProRide Roof Bike Rack XT # TH598004 referenced in your question will indeed clamp on and be compatible with the Yakima JetStream Crossbars # Y00425 installed on your 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited. The ProRide is designed to fit these type of aero-style bars and will work great with this system. view full answer...
For your 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited, I recommend the Thule WingBar Roof Rack, which consists of parts # TH711420, # TH710501 and # TH145103. The aerodynamic design on these 53 inch crossbars will produce one of the quietest roof racks on the market and provide a weight capacity of 165 pounds. As you mentioned in your question, Thule is a top-of-the-line manufacturer of roof racks and accessories and they are well known for the durability and precise fit of their products.
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