Draw-Tite trailer hitch 24688 was made obsolete in February of 2014 so it is no longer available. But when it was available the installation was the same on sedans and wagons.
The only hitch available now for your 2004 Volvo V40 wagon is Curt hitch # C11822. It also installs the same way on sedans and wagons and is similar to the Draw-Tite hitch.
If you will be using the hitch for towing the correct ball mount to use is # C45521. For a 1-7/8 inch ball use # 19256 and for a 2 inch ball... view full answer...
The Volvo roof rack components are mostly rebranded Thule components. So for a Volvo roof rack key of N127 the correct replacement key is the part # THKEYN127. view full answer...
The load range C ST175-80-13 tires you have on your trailer currently should have a capacity of 1,360 lbs.
To reduce your overall tire diameter about an inch without reducing your weight capacity you would want to go with a rim and tire combo with a 145/80-12 tire that is Load Range E like part # AM31215. This actually has more capacity at 1,520 lbs when inflated to 80 psi.
The bolt pattern of the rim of this combo is 5 on 4-1/2 inches. To determine your bolt pattern check out the link... view full answer...
The Curt Class I Trailer Hitch Receiver, # C11822 is the correct hitch for your 2001 Volvo V40. This hitch requires drilling four holes in the trunk pan.
Unfortunately, the hitch you referenced, # 11438, is not compatible with your 2001 V40.
When installing a hitch on your V40 I would recommend that you use some sealant under the hardware that is installed in the holes drilled in the trunk pan. TremPro Silicone Sealant, # 0160297, is a high quality sealant that will keep moisture and... view full answer...
The rattle that you are experiencing is because the ball mount shank is slightly smaller than the receiver opening so that you can get it in and out easily. This is the same for any trailer hitch. The receiver depth has less, if any, impact on the rattle. but not to worry because I have a solution for you to take care of that annoying rattle.
The issue though with Class I trailer hitches is that most of the ball mounts for them are solid so an anti-rattle device like # SHP2082 would not... view full answer...
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