Expert Answers about Volkswagen

• Which Trailer Hitch Fits 2017 Volkswagen Jetta GLI
• For your 2017 Volkswagen Jetta I was able to confirm the fit of the Curt hitch part # C11474 on your 2017 Volkswagen Jetta GLI which has the different rear lower fascia like you mentioned.
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• No-Splice Vehicle Trailer Wiring Harness for 2014 Volkswagen Passat
• The wiring harness option we offer for your 2014 Volkswagen Passat that will not require you to splice into any wires is the Tekonsha ZCI Circuit Protected Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector and Installation Kit # 119250KIT. This wiring harness features zero-contact interface sensors that identify current flowing through each wire by simply clamping onto the wire. Since this wiring harness eliminates feedback, interference with, and power draw on your vehicle's...
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• Trunk Mounted Bike Rack Recommendation for 2016 Volkswagen Jetta
• SeaSucker does offer the Komodo part # 298-BK1910-BK which is a fit for your 2016 Volkswagen Jetta but the Falcon is only for truck bed. The SeaSucker is an amazing rack but, I realize that's quite a large price difference so you might instead like the Thule OutWay # TH45JV. The OutWay which is an extremely high quality bike rack that fits your vehicle and costs less than the SeaSucker. If you plan on carrying any women's or alternative framed bikes without horizontal top tubes you may...
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• Is a 2-Inch Hitch Available for the 2005 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen
• The hitch receiver we offer for the 2005 Volkswagen Jetta Wagon can be seen on the link provided. I checked all model years from 2005 through 2014 for the Jetta Wagon and Sportwagen and only 1-1/4-inch Class I hitches are offered by the major manufacturers we represent. I also checked the availability of hitch receivers for the Nissan Leaf for model years 2011 through 2014. There are no hitches offered by any of our manufacturers for this electric vehicle for any model year. Hitch manufacturers...
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• Availability of Trailer Hitch fit for 2013 Volkswagen Beetle TDI Convertible
• According to Curt, their # C11354 class I trailer hitch is indeed a fit for the 2013 VW Beetle Convertible Turbo Diesel. If you'll be using the hitch as a mounting point for a bike rack or cargo carrying tray, Curt's warranty stipulates that a stabilizing strap like part # 18050 needs to be used for all non-trailer loads. If you'll be using the hitch for light-duty towing, you'll also need the following: Trailer wiring harness, part # C56380 Ball mount, part # C45521 1-7/8 inch trailer...
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• Ball Mount For 1-1/4 Inch Hitch On a 2002 VW Beetle with 4 Inch Rise
• The Draw-Tite Class I 1-1/4 Inch Hitch, part # 24679, is the hitch that fits the 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle. It uses the Draw-Tite Ball Mount, part # 3594, that has a 4 inch rise. This ball mount comes with a pin and clip. On Class I hitches you have to use the ball mount that is recommended for that particular hitch. The # 3594 ball mount uses a hitch ball with a 3/4 shank diameter. Depending on the coupler size on your trailer you will need either the Tow Ready 1-7/8 Inch Hitch Ball,...
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• Can Truck with Factory Brake Controller Tow Trailer with Prodigy RF Brake Controller
• If you are towing a trailer that has the Prodigy RF brake controller part # TK94FR installed on it you can use either it as the brake controller or the factory controller of your 2016 Ram 1500. To use the Ram controller you'd just have to unplug the trailer's 7-way from the RF and then plug that directly to the truck. Otherwise if you leave the 7-way of the trailer plugged into the RF you'd have to use it.
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• Availability of Saris Traps Fork-Mount Bike Carrier for Single Bike
• We do indeed offer a single track version of the Saris Traps bike carrier system that can be used with their Fork Mount Bike Carrier # SATR1BLK. Saris offers a 47-inch single track, part # SATRK14. A shorter 35-inch Triple Track is also available, part # SATRK33. If you want to choose a complete system you might consider # SATRK33-BLK3, which consists of a 35-inch triple track and three fork blocks. No 2-block version is offered. Since this system is not vehicle-specific you will have...
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• Class I Trailer Hitch Availability for 2017 Volkswagen Jetta
• For a hitch for the 2017 Volkswagen Jetta I checked directly with Draw-Tite and Curt, our two primary hitch suppliers, to see if they have recently confirmed hitch applications for your Jetta. Draw-Tite has confirmed that their 1-1/4-inch Class I hitch # 24926 is a confirmed fit on the gas-engine 4-door Jetta sedan so long as it is not the TDI or Hybrid version. The hitch comes with all required mounting hardware; the written instructions and an install video are linked for you. This...
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• Are Thule One-Key Lock Cylinders Interchangeable Between Thule Roof Rack Feet and Hitch Lock
• I spoke with my contact at Thule and she said lock cylinders are interchangeable between the Thule Snug Tite Hitch Lock, # THSTL2, and the Thule Aero Roof Rack Support Feet TH400XT. She suggested first ordering the Thule Snug Tite Hitch Lock and Anti-Rattle Device, then you can get the number off the cylinder and call our customer service and we will be able to send you matching lock cylinders and keys for your Thule Aero Roof Rack Support Feet.
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• Trailer Hitch Availability for 2015 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible
• We do offer light-duty 1-1/4-inch Class I trailer hitches for the 2015 VW Beetle convertible. These are able to handle the load of a 2-bike hitch-mount bike rack or a small cargo carrier. All of the options are shown on the linked page; all are no-drill bolt-on installation and all include the necessary hardware. I recommend the Curt # C11354. Two helpful hitch installation articles are linked for you. It may be that VW does not approve the Beetle for towing, which is certainly a possibility...
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• Availability of Class III Hitch for 2023 Volkswagen ID 4 With 1-1/4" Factory Receiver
• The hitch you're looking for is the Curt # C57JR. This will replace the factory hitch on your 2023 VW ID 4. It is a Class III hitch with a 2" receiver. The hitch has a very simple bolt-on installation and also comes with a limited lifetime warranty.
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• Tekonsha ZCI Zero Contact Trailer Wiring Harness Kit 119250KIT
• You are referring to the Tekonsha ZCI Zero-Contact 4-pole wiring harness kit # 119250KIT which allows installation without having to modify/cut/splice the vehicle's wiring. This is a great option for leased vehicles or cases where you just don't want to start cutting wires! This wiring harness is universal. You can use it on any vehicle that operates on a 12V, negative ground system. Because installation is so simple, you can easily remove the unit and transfer it to another car or truck...
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• Hitch and Wiring Harness Availability for 2013 Volkswagen Passat
• All hitches offered for the 2013 Volkswagen Passat are light-duty Class I types with a 1-1/4-inch receiver opening. A Class I hitch can be used with a 2-bike carrier or for light towing provided that your particular Passat is rated by the manufacturer for towing a trailer. I was not able to verify a tow rating for the 2013 Passat Sedan so I suggest you refer to your owner's manual or your local dealership to confirm the vehicle's capabilities before attempting to tow. The link provided...
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• Availability of a Trailer Hitch Mount Spare Tire Carrier that Will Fit a 1-1/4 Inch Trailer Hitch
• We do not carry a trailer hitch mounted spare tire carrier for a 1-1/4 inch receiver, but, you could use a 2 inch, like # C31006, with a reducer like # 80303. I have included a video review of this adapter below. Please note that when using an adapter, the tongue weight capacity of the trailer hitch is reduced by 50 percent. If you are just using the spare tire carrier and a tire/wheel on it, you should not have to worry about that reduction.
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• Availability of 2-Inch Trailer Hitch for 2014 Volkswagen Passat TDI Sedan
• The size and class of trailer hitch offered for your 2014 Volkswagen Passat TDI Sedan is a 1-1/4-inch Class I type, which is a light-duty hitch that can carry up to 2 bikes, but not more than 2. The current models available are shown on the link provided. No 2-inch hitches are made for your Passat because the vehicle frame does not have the capacity to handle more of a load than what is presented by a Class I hitch. However, you can still enjoy the quality and features of a Kuat Beta bike...
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• Color Options for Mini Fridge
• The Everchill RV Mini Refrigerator w/ Freezer- 1.6 Cu Ft - 115V, # 324-000110, is currently only available in black. We do carry the Everchill RV Wine Cooler, # 324-000115, at 3.2 Cu Ft also in black but with a glass door.
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• Trailer Hitch Availability for 2017 VW Golf Alltrack and Golf SportWagen
• Curt does show a hitch fit for the 2017 VW Golf Alltrack and Golf SportWagen, Curt 1-1/4-inch Class I hitch # 11422. The installation instructions are linked. I also checked directly with Draw-Tite and they too have a Class I hitch fit # 24949. This also fits both the Golf Alltrack and the Golf SportWagen. Both of these light-duty Class I hitches have the capacity to support a 2-bike hitch-mounted bike rack like the Kuat Transfer platform style rack # KU74FR. This and other Class I racks...
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• Parts Needed To Replace 12 x 2 Hydraulic Drum Brakes With Electric Drum Brakes
• We do have the parts available to convert your 12x2 hydraulic brakes to electric brakes, but they are not available in a pre-made kit. There are few things you will need to determine to choose the correct electric brake assembly to fit your trailer. First, you will need to know the weight capacity of the axle, the bolt pattern of the brake mounting flange, and size of the brake assembly you are replacing. In addition to the electric brake assemblies, you will need to install and run wiring...
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• Does Curt Echo Mobile Brake Controller Allow 12 Volt Power Circuit to Pass Through
• The Curt Echo Mobile part # C51180 does pass the 12 volt power circuit through it to the rest of the trailer wiring. It does use this circuit for powering the trailer brakes though so if you are wanting to put a decent charge on your trailer brakes it would take away from that to a certain extent. A better option would be a traditional brake controller like the Brake EVN # TK63VR that way the charge circuit would not be affected.
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