Expert Answers about Volkswagen Routan

Roof Rack and Paddleboard Carrier Recommendations for a 2010 Volkswagen Routan
I recommend using this Inno setup for carrying 2 SUPs on your 2010 Volkswagen Routan: 57" Inno Aero Crossbars - # INXB145-2 Inno Through Feet - # INXS150 Inno Board Locker - # INA744 This setup not only looks sleek but comes with locks for the roof rack AND the carrier so you can feel more confident that your boards won't walk off by themselves if you need to make a pit stop on your journey. The carrier can hold 2 boards up to 23-1/2" wide. I've attached some review videos for you to...
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Installation of etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver on 2014 VW Routan
The etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2" # e98854 torque specs are listed correctly. The verbiage for the bolt switches to thread diameter and not wrench size for torque values, so the larger bolt will be the 86 lbs you referenced and the smaller diameter bolt will be the 48 ft lbs you also referenced. I reached out to our tech to confirm so you can rest assured this is the correct fit.
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Snow Chain Recommendation for 215/65R16 Tires on a 2014 Volkswagen Transporter T5
For the 215/65R16 size tires on your 2014 Volkswagen Transporter T5 I recommend going with the Konig Self-Tensioning, Low-Pro Snow Tire Chains # TH04115102 as they are very easy to install and are Class S compatible as they only require 9 mm of internal clearance. If the problem is that the chains come in contact with components on the back side of the tire then I recommend using the K-Summit K44 Chains # TH02230K44 instead. These are self-tensioning as well and the unique design allows...
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Where To Connect The Tow Ready T-One Wiring Harness # 118490 On A 2010 Volkswagen Routan
To install the Tow Ready T-One Wiring Harness, part # 118490, on your 2010 Volkswagen Routan you will plug the T-One connectors into the back of your tail light connectors. The T-One connector with the yellow wire will plug into the back of the tail lights on the drivers side and the T-One connector with the green wire will plug into the back of the tail lights on the passenger side. The separate white wire will need to be grounded to a good, clean piece of metal like the vehicle frame....
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Trailer Hitch and Wiring Recommendation for 2011 Volkswagen Routan
For your 2011 Volkswagen Routan the Draw Tite hitch part # 75579 is a confirmed fit and will be a great option for a hitch for your vehicle. For trailer wiring you'd then want the part # 118490 which is a confirmed fit as well. I attached an install video for this kit for you to check out as well. Since you wanted to do some towing you might be interested in etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop and one with a 2-3/4 inch...
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Transmission Cooler for a 2011 Volkswagen Routan
You certainly can install a transmission cooler on your 2011 Volkswagen Routan. But just so you know ahead of time your vehicle uses the Chrysler 62TE automatic transmission. With these transmissions you have to use the special transmission fluid ATF+4 synthetic type 9602 from Chrysler. If not you will have transmission problems. Since adding a cooler means the system will have more volume, additional fluid will be needed but you shouldn't need more than a quart (as a rough estimate)....
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Does the Thule OutWay 3 Bike Carrier Fit a 2009 Volkswagen Routan
I checked with Thule and the Thule OutWay 3 Bike Carrier # TH56BV is confirmed to fit your 2009 Volkswagen Routan. If you plan on carrying any women's or alternative framed bikes without a horizontal top tube you might also be interested in purchasing a Thule Bike Adapter Bar # TH982XT to provide a horizontal top tube for the rack to attach to easier. I attached a review video for this product for you to check out also.
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Torque Specifications for Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver that Fits a 2009 Volkswagen Routan
The torque specs for the Draw-Tite trailer hitch receiver, part # 75579, can be found in the install details that I've linked to this page for you. I've also linked an install video for you. If you need replacement hardware use part # RHK and enter the hitch's manufacturer and part number and you will be ordering the original hardware included with the hitch.
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What Tracks and Crossbars do You Recommend for My 2009 Volkswagen Routan with a Naked Roof?
We do have an option that will allow you to mount long crossbars on your roof with tracks. This application requires drilling. For that setup, I recommend the following parts: - Yakima 42" Tracks for Roof Racks # Y01126 - x4 of the Yakima Control Towers # Y8890027 - x2 of the Landing Pad 1 for Yakima SkyLine and Control Towers # Y00221 - Round 58" CrossBars for Yakima Roof Rack System # Y00409 The Yakima RoundBar setup is compatible with most Thule cargo boxes and other branded cargo...
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Will The Cushioned Ball Mount # AMSC6 Help Reduce Bounce On Coachmen Clipper Trailer
The item you selected, Cushioned Ball Mount, part # AMSC6, will help a bit in any noise or bounce of the drawbar. The recommended rise and drop for a ball mount on your 2011 Volkswagen Routan is 2 inch rise and 4 inch drop. You will need to use Cushioned Ball Mount, part # AMSC4. Another thing that can contribute to the rough ride you are feeling is low tongue weight. The tongue weight on your Coachmen Clipper 1285 SST may be very low. Proper loading of the trailer, with heavier items...
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Trunk-Mount Bike Carrier Recommendation For 2013 Volkswagen Routan
The Thule Passage Bike Carrier, part # TH910XT will work well on your 2013 Volkswagen Routan. This bike carrier has a patented FitDial system which makes sure you have a good fit on your Routan. The carrier features cushioned anti-sway cradles that prevents bike-to-bike contact. The carrier folds when not in use for easy storage. The carrier can carry 2 bikes that weigh up to 35 lbs each. I have attached a link to a product review video for this carrier you can check out. If you are...
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Installation Instructions for Custom Trailer Wiring for a 2009 and 2010 Volkswagen Routan
In order to use the reverse lights on your trailer, you will need to add a 4-Way to 5-Way adapter like # 47515. Using a circuit tester, like # PTW2993, find the wire behind your taillight assembly that carries the reverse light signal. It will have a signal when the vehicle is in reverse. Make sure you have someone in the vehicle to help you and put the emergency brake on for added safety. After you have found the reverse light wire, you can connect it to the Adapter 4 Pole to 5 Pole Trailer...
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Can a 2014 Volkswagen Routan Tow a 4,300 Pound Trailer Using Weight Distribution
Weight distribution does not increase the towing capacity of a vehicle. If your 2014 Volkswagen Routan maxes out at 2,000 pounds then that is the most that the trailer can weigh. Also, given the towing capacity of the vehicle it may not even be rated for use with weight distribution. You would need to check the vehicle owner's manual for that. I was unable to open the digital version of the manual. I looked up the Sonic campers and the lightest one is 2,480 pounds which is the unloaded...
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Will the SeaSucker Monkey Bars Attach to the Roof of a 2012 VW Routan?
Yes, they will. The SeaSucker Monkey Bars Roof Rack item # SEA99FR uses vacuum cups to attach to metal, glass, or fiberglass. These will work perfectly on the roof of your Routan and provide you with a pair of 60" long round bars. I have linked an installation video below.
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Recommended Trailer Wiring For A 2010 Volkswagen Routan
The T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector, part # 118490, is compatible with your 2010 Volkswagen Routan. The Curt option, part # 118534, will not work for your vehicle. I have included a product description link and a video installation of this 2010 Volkswagen Routan.
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Trailer Wiring Harness Recommendations for a 2013 Volkswagen Routan
There is a strong chance that the part # 118490 that would normally fit a 2012 VW Routan would also fit your 2013. The reason it's not listed as a fit for your 2013 model is because the 2013 Routans were made in very limited numbers. Only 2,500 fleet Routans were made in 2013. What that means is that due to the rarity of the 2013 models Tow Ready never was able to get their hands on one to test. So the only harness they list as a fit is a universal fit harness like part # C59236.
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Is Purple Wire Needed On ETBC7 When Installed On 2010 Volkswagen Routan
You are correct. The purple wire is used for the reverse lights which many trailers are not equipped with. If the trailer you are towing does not have reverse lights, the purple wire can just be capped off and secured out of the way.
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Compatibility of Derale Transmission Cooler with 2012 VW Routan SE
Transmission coolers are not actually vehicle-specific so any given cooler can be installed in many different vehicles so long as there is enough space for the cooler itself and for the fluid hoses, which you do not want to force to make sharp bends and turns (which can interfere with fluid flow). Also, your transmission must have external lines that allow you to tap into that system to insert the cooler. There are two lines, send and return, and the one you want to tap into for a supplemental...
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Recommended Trailer Hitch for a 2011 Volkswagen Routan
The Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver # 75579 is a confirmed fit for your 2011 Volkswagen Routan and is a trailer hitch that I recommend for your vehicle. The hitch is confirmed to fit all models of the Routan, including those with Stow and Go seating. It has a Class III rating and has a 2 inch receiver opening which will allow for a variety of hitch accessories. The Maximum Gross Trailer Weight is 4,000 lbs and it has a Maximum Tongue Weight of 400 lbs. Keep in mind that you will need...
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Parts Needed to Wire a 2012 Volkswagen Routan with a 7-way Socket for Trailer Brake Operation
If you already have a 4-pole flat trailer connector on your 2012 Volkswagen Routan, such as the plug-and-play Tow Ready # 118490, then to install a trailer brake controller you'll just need to add our trailer brake controller installation kit # ETBC7. The ETBC7 includes all the related parts you'll need to install a trailer brake controller such as the reliable and popular Tekonsha Prodigy P2 # 90885. I have linked both a video and article that cover the process of installing the ETBC7....
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