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  • Thule T2 Bike Rack Hits Bumper in Folded Position on 2012 Toyota Sienna
  • You have 2 choices at this point. For the first option, you could use an extender like # HES6 which would provide an additional 5-3/4 inches of clearance for your Thule T2 Pro XTR, part # TH69TX which would allow it to fold but using an extender would reduce the tongue weight capacity (maximum amount of downward force that can safely be applied to the receiver) by 50%. This won't be a problem, as the # 75237 hitch you purchased has a very substantial 675 lb tongue weight capacity. Half...
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  • Installation Time To Install the Tekonsha Vehicle Wiring Harness # TK69FR on 2021 Toyota Sienna
  • Tekonsha gives a installation time of 30 minutes for the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness # TK69FR on your 2021 Toyota Sienna. This is typically a time given for an experienced technician who has experience with the vehicle and its components. As we have not had a 2021 Sienna in our shop to install this part on ourselves currently we have not included our rating on this product yet. I would think that this would be a roughly 1 hour installation depending on your mechanical ability and knowledge...
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  • Will theThule Quest Roof Rack Storage Cargo Bag, TH846 Damage Paint on a 2005 Toyota Sienna
  • I spoke with my contact at Thule and she stated that in the testing they have done, no paint was damaged on the test vehicles. She recommends that you do not overload the bag (stay within the capacity), and remove it when not in use. She continued by stating that in all of the years they have manufactured and sold the soft cargo bags, they have not received any complaints about paint damage or scratching. Before each use, be sure to clean the top of your van and the bottom of the bag to...
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  • Will Air Helper Springs For 2001 Toyota Sienna Raise Rear of Van
  • The springs will help level your 2001 Toyota Sienna, but there won't be any additional lift on your 2001 Toyota Sienna when using the air springs that fit: - Firestone Coil-Rite Air Helper Springs # F4118 If the rear end of your Sienna sags with the rack installed, the springs will keep it level, but you won't get any additional lift with these springs, and there aren't any springs or other suspension enhancement that will allow you to add lift apart from keeping your Sienna level.
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  • Wire Gauge of Brake Magnet Kit BP01-068
  • The wires are 16 gauge on the Replacement Trailer Brake Magnet Kit for 7" Brake Assemblies # BP01-068. Even with that gauge we do recommend connecting larger, 10 gauge wire for the proper voltage, which you can get with Deka Jacketed 2 Wire, 10 Gauge, Brake Wire - per Foot # 10-2-1 and connect with Heat Shrink Butt Connectors # DW05745-5.
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  • Why Use a Class III 2 Inch Receiver Over a 1-1/4 Inch Receiver for 2007 Toyota Sienna
  • The biggest reason to go with a 2 inch receiver over a 1-1/4 is the wider range of hitch accessories that are compatible with a 2 inch hitch. You are right that you would not gain any towing capacity with a Class III 2 inch receiver. However, you would gain 50 pounds of tongue weight capacity. There is a great selection of 2 inch accessories available like bike racks and cargo carriers. To use cargo carriers as an example, we have about 30 different carriers for 2 inch receivers, but only...
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  • How Much Does the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver for a 2017 Toyota Sienna Weigh
  • The EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 306-X7255 is an excellent option for a 2017 Toyota Sienna. It weighs around 45 lbs but this won't get factored into tongue weight. Therefore, so long as the weight of the bike and carrier are under the tongue weight capacity of the hitch/vehicle (whichever is lower) then you'll be good to go.
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  • Fuse Size Needed For The Hopkins Plug-In Wiring Harness # HM43494
  • The Hopkins Plug-In Simple Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # HM43494 requires a 15 amp fuse for power.
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  • Are There Speed Limitations on the Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE Bike Rack?
  • The Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE Bike Rack for 2 Electric Bikes, # HLY84FR is not limited to below legal interstate speeds. The carrier itself is 54 lbs. and can carry two bike up to 80 lbs. each.
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  • How Much Does the Draw-Tite Hitch for a 2013 Toyota Sienna Weigh and Recommended Bike Rack
  • The Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 76112 which is a fit for a 2013 Toyota Sienna weighs around 40 lbs. This will be the case for pretty much all trailer hitch options for this vehicle give or take a few pounds. For a bike rack, the Thule Apex XT 5 Bike Rack part # TH9026XT is an excellent option which will allow you to carry up to five bikes. It has a tilting design so you can access the rear hatch with the rack installed. The Thule Apex XT weighs 35 lbs which is very...
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  • Installation Requirements For etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver On a 2018 Toyota Sienna
  • The etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e98853 is a bolt on receiver with only minor trimming required on the underbody panel of your 2018 Toyota Sienna. This should be easily installed at any vehicle service shop in your area. I would search for a shop nearby that has good reviews with a installation guarantee. A local Toyota dealership would most likely be your best place to have the installation completed. I have linked an installation video below of the hitch installation if you decide...
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  • Can Trailer Hitch for 2013 Toyota Sienna be Used as Jack Point
  • It is not recommended to use the Curt Trailer Hitch # C13343 as a jack point for your 2013 Toyota Sienna as this is not what it was designed for and you would not want to put undue pressure on the trailer hitch frame. I took a look at the owner's manual for a '13 Sienna and the jack points are on the side of the rocker molding in front of the rear wheels so the installation of this hitch would not interfere with that. If you are going to be towing with your 2013 Sienna you can power your...
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  • What is the Maximum Tongue Weight Capacity of a 2017 Toyota Sienna Using Weight Distribution
  • The weight of a weight distribution system is not counted as tongue weight as it basically becomes part of the frame on the vehicle. Therefore, the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C13105 on your 2017 Toyota Sienna will handle up to 500 lbs in addition to the weight of your weight distribution system which as you mentioned is about 100 lbs for the Equal-i-zer system. The Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System I recommend for you is part # EQ37060ET. This system has a total tongue weight...
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  • Weight of Rhino-Rack Heavy-Duty Bar Roof Rack for Camper Shells & Are Keys Included
  • Good questions, and the weight overall is 20 lbs for the rack system you asked about from Rhino-Rack, which is the following part: - Heavy-Duty Bar Roof Rack for Camper Shells # Y01-140B Additionally, yes, the system does include keys so it locks to your vehicle, helping protect your investment. This is a really nice option for a rack system as the bars are robust with a 220 lb weight capacity, and are 65 inches long which gives you a ton of room on the bars to carry your gear.
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  • Can Trailer Be Towed With 2016 Toyota Sienna AWD
  • In my research I found the owner's manual does not recommend towing with your 2016 Sienna if it does not have a towing package. If you have the towing package the trailer hitch I recommend for you is the Draw-Tite # 76112. This is a Class lll hitch and it has a 2 inch receiver opening. Since you plan on doing 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 rise or...
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  • Can The Air Lift Air Bag Helper Spring For 2014 Toyota Sienna Be Positioned Air Valve On Top?
  • The Air Lift 1000 Air Helper Springs for Coil Springs # AL60732 for your 2014 Toyota Sienna were installed with the air line up in our shop on our installation videos as the hole in the top spring seat allowed the air line to exit where it was less likely to become damaged. The instructions from Air Lift that I have linked below cover a large variety of air bags that fit multiple vehicles. Because of this they route the air line out the bottom since not every vehicle will have the access...
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  • Is 40 amp Breaker Included with ETBC7 Sufficient for Use with 10 Gauge Wire
  • The duplex cable included with the ETBC7 kit uses 10 gauge wire, which is appropriate for handling a circuit with a maximum of 40 amps with a run of 25 feet or less. We sell thousands of these kits per year, and have never had a reported problem with the gauge of wire being insufficient. Keep in mind that the primary purpose of this circuit is to maintain (not charge) a trailer mounted battery or to power a trailer mounted accessory requiring limited amperage, such as interior lighting....
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  • Will Back Up Sensors on 2016 Toyota Sienna Need to Be Disabled When Towing
  • Actually, you really shouldn't need to do anything with the sensors because they'll only activate when the vehicle is in reverse. If you find that having them sound while your backing is annoying, you can install a switch such as # 37212595 inline with the power circuit feeding the sensors so you can turn them on and off as needed. You'll need to trace the sensor wires from the bumper, and locate which wire in their harness carries power. Install the leads for the switch inline on that...
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  • Is the 2-1/2 Inch Long Standard Torx Trailer Floor and Wall Liner Screw # TFX250 Self-Tapping
  • Yes, the 2-1/2 Inch Long Standard Torx Trailer Floor and Wall Liner Screw, # TFX250, is a self-tapping screw. I recommend grabbing the Torx Head Screwdriver Bit, # TX430-1, for ease of installation.
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  • How To Fix Rattle From Trailer Hitch And Exhaust On 2017 Toyota Sienna
  • I have attached a helpful article that explains how to fix the rattle you have from your trailer hitch and your exhaust. The fix can be as simple as bending the exhaust hanger or repositioning the hanger. You can also replaced the rubber isolator to help decrease the racket. You can take your 2017 Sienna to a muffler shop and they will have all of the tools needed to accomplish any of these solutions.
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