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  • Brake Lights on Trailer Not Working With 2017 VW Golf SportWagen
  • While we do not have a table, we do have some diagrams in the help articles I linked on trailer wiring and wiring troubleshooting which I recommend taking a look at. And even though your 2017 VW Golf SportWagen has brake lights and turn signals on the same circuit, a 4-way with a powered modulite can still have issues. I recommend first start by checking your grounds to ensure they are securely attached to a bare metal surface free from any type of corrosion, dirt or paint; a bad ground...
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  • Recommended Roof Rack to Carry 3 Kayaks with a 2017 VolksWagen Golf SportWagen
  • Both Thule and Yakima produce great products, so I recommend going with a Yakima roof rack for your 2017 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen since that is what you are familiar with. The recommended JetStream roof rack system for your SportWagen includes 50 inch Crossbars # Y00425, the TimberLine Towers # Y33TR, and SKS Lock Cores # Y07204. This system has a weight capacity of 165 lbs so you will want to keep that in mind when loading your kayaks. Since you said that you were needing at least...
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  • Malone AirFlow Roof Rack for a 2016 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen with Factory Side Rails
  • I did a little research and found that the correct AirFlow roof rack for your 2016 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen with the factory side rails is # MPG215. There isn't a 211 that will fit your Golf but there is # MPG201. The difference between it and the 215 is that the 201 has rectangular bars and 215 has aero bars which are quieter and have less drag. I have included links to videos covering the features of these 2 styles of roof rack. If you can tell me what you want to carry on the roof...
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  • Does Curt Trailer Hitch interfere with Accident Avoidance Sensors on 2016 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen
  • We have not yet heard about any issues with the Curt trailer hitch # C11422 interfering with the Accident Avoidance sensors on the 2016 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen. The hitch mounts in line with the rear bumper beam, see instruction link, and only the hitch receiver is visible so there really isn't a way that it could interfere.
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  • Will the Thule Force XT Rooftop Cargo Box Fit Factory Crossbars On a VW Golf Sportwagon
  • I checked with Thule and the Thule Force XT Rooftop Cargo Box part # TH6357B is a confirmed fit for a 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen with the factory roof rack.
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  • Can I Upsize My Thule Crossbars On 2015 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen?
  • Thule does recommend using the Thule WingBar Evo Crossbars Black - 47" # TH711220 along with Evo Raised Rail Feet # TH710401 for your 2015 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen with factory roof rails. Since the 53" bars # TH711420 are not much longer this would likely be fine, however, there is a measurement you can take to verify fitment. There is a channel under the Thule crossbar on each side, measuring about 10". If you measure between the roof rails on your vehicle, this distance needs to be...
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  • Which Trailer Hitch Receiver For a 2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen
  • I have an option for you but the trailer hitch receiver from your 2013 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen will not work on your new 2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen. I recommend the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver # 306-X7315 due to it being the only option for your 2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen that has a 2x2 receiver which will give you more options for accessories. I included a picture of the EcoHitch # 306-X7315 installed on a customers car for you to take a look at. If you already...
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  • Roof Rack to Fit Both 2017 Jeep Cherokee and 2017 Volkswagen SportWagen
  • I am happy to check for a common roof rack fit for your two vehicles, the 2017 Jeep Cherokee and the 2017 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen. All roof racks we offer for each vehicle are shown on the two linked pages. If the Cherokee has factory roof rails that run front-to-back you could use one set of Rhino-Rack bars, 49-inch Vortex Aero bars # RRVA126B-2, on both vehicles. On the Cherokee the bars will install using SX Leg Kit # RRSX100 and on the VW you can use Leg Kit # RRSX022. The Rhino-Rack...
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  • Will Roof Rack Included With Used Weekender Cargo Box On 2016 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen
  • The crossbars and attachments you received for your Weekender may fit your Golf but it depends on the crossbar style and length, and whether the feet that attach to the Golf roof rails are compatible. We offer the Thule WingBar roof rack that has 47-inch crossbars. For this roof rack you would need part # TH711200 for silver or # TH711220 for black, and part # TH710401. The Thule roof rack we offer that has SquareBar crossbars uses 47-inch long crossbars and you would need part # TH712200,...
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  • Replacement N005 Key for Roof Rack
  • Yes, the Replacement Key for Thule Racks and Carriers - N005 # THKEYN005 is exactly what you need for your new roof rack. Just enter the desired quantity in the box before ordering!
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  • Malone AirFlow Roof Rack for 2015 Golf Sportwagen with Raised Side Rails
  • I confirmed for you that the Malone AirFlow2 Roof Rack # MPG215 is a confirmed fit for your 2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen with raised side rails.
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  • Recommended Kayak Rack to Use With Square Bar Roof Rack
  • Square crossbars are generally between 7/8" to 1" wide x 7/8" tall and there are a number of quality economical options. For a J-style kayak carrier I recommend checking out the etrailer Kayak Carrier # e98878 which transports a single kayak on its side and even includes a pair of cam buckle straps and a pair of tie-downs; it uses clamps to secure to the bars. If you wanted a rear-loading saddle style carrier a great option is the Rhino-Rack Nautic Carrier # RR571. This carrier also clamps...
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  • Fitting Thule WingBars to a 2018 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen
  • Since your 2018 VW Golf SportWagen has the factory rails on the roof you actually need the Evo raised rail feet, part # TH710401, to install Thule WingBars on the roof. The 47 inch WingBars, part # TH711200 for silver or # TH711220 for black are the correct length for your VW. I've linked a video that shows how the feet fit onto your rails.
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  • Trailer Hitch for a 2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen TDI
  • For your 2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen TDI you can use Curt trailer hitch # C11411. If you are planning on towing, I recommend the Curt Ball Mount, part # C45520. For a hitch pin and clip you need part # F-4. If you need a 1-7/8 inch hitch ball you can order part # C40001, and for a 2 inch hitch ball I recommend part # C40018.
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  • Best Hitch and 4 Bike Swing-Away Rack For 2016 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen
  • The best option for the 2016 2016 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen is the EcoHitch part # 306-X7315 because it is the only hitch option with a 2" receiver that will allow you to carry 4 bikes on the Volkswagen. The other options are Class I 1-1/4" hitch receivers that will only allow you to carry 2 bikes. The best option for a Swing-Away Rack on the 2016 VW Golf Sportwagen is Yakima FullSwing 4 Bike Rack part # Y02465 because the quality and the features of the Yakima rack exceeds other swing-away...
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  • Will Installing a Trailer Hitch on a 2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen Reduce Ground Clearance
  • The problem is that you are adding something to the bottom of a vehicle that is low to the ground to begin with. The 2015 Golf is going to be as low if not lower than the Jetta so the potential for the hitch to make contact with the ground on steep grades is still there. With vehicles that are low to the ground there is really no way around this possible issue. There is a hitch option for the 2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen, # C11411. If you plan on doing some towing I the recommended...
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  • Do the Replacement Fast Grip Clamp for Thule Pulse Rooftop Cargo Boxes Work with Round Bars
  • Yes, the Replacement Fast Grip Clamp # TH94JV can be used with round bars. The Replacement Fast Grip Clamp # TH94JV is the correct replacement clamp for Thule Pule Cargo Boxes, like the Thule Pulse Alpine Rooftop Cargo Box # TH613. These work with round, square, aero, elliptical and most factory crossbars.
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  • 4-Way Flat Vehicle Wiring Harness For a 2015 VW Golf SportWagen TDI
  • The Curt Powered Tail Light Converter # C59236 is confirmed to fit your 2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen TDI. This will give you a 4-way flat connector to use with small trailers and Auxiliary Lights # C53201. The Mounting Bracket # 18144 can be used to secure the 4-way if you choose to run it outside the rear cargo area and place it near the receiver.
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  • Largest Size Thule WingBar Evo Crossbar for a 2017 VW Golf SportWagen
  • The recommended size Thule WingBar Evo Crossbar for a 2017 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen is 47", part # TH711220. That said, you can usually go up to the next size without issue which will be 50", part # TH711320 or part # TH711300. These can both be used with the Evo Raised Rail Feet for Thule Crossbars part # TH710401 to complete the system. This would be the largest size that would work due to the channels underneath.
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