The instructions for the Curt trailer hitch # 11372 do not mention anything that needs to be done to sound shielding but there is some trimming of the heat shields. I have included a link to the installation instructions for you to view. It explains where the trimming needs to occur.
Since you will be using a bike rack you will need one that is compatible with a Class I trailer hitch and you are limited to carrying a maximum of 2 bikes because of torque restrictions. I recommend the Swagman... view full answer...
There is no drilling involved in the installation of hitch part # 11372 from Curt. Lexus provides weld-nuts on the frame rails for hitch attachment.
However, you will need to trim a piece of heat shielding with a set of tin snips. I have added a link to the instructions below that picture where the heat shield must be trimmed. view full answer...
It can be difficult to load a bike rack, including Thule Passage 3 Bike Carrier - Trunk Mount Item # TH911XT, to capacity. This is true with pretty much all hanging bike racks. What you can do though is move the cradles so that there is more space between them.
The cradles fit snug onto the arms of the rack but they can move. What works is to twist the cradles back and forth while at the same time pushing or pulling. What I recommend is to move the first set of cradles as close to the... view full answer...
A bike shop would likely not be able to install Curt trailer hitch # C11366. A trusted mechanic or RV dealer with a service center could install the hitch on your 2013 Lexus GS 350.
It would likely take 1-1/2 to 2 hours or so for a professional to install the hitch. You would need to ask the shop that does the installation what their labor rates are per hour.
I have included a link to the installation instructions to the right. You could print them off and ask around, showing them the... view full answer...
To install the Wiring # C59496 on your 2010 Lexus GS 350 you will need to test the wires of the taillight harness with the included circuit tester you have found to determine the functions of all of them and then wire the # C59496 to the appropriate wires as the instructions and diagram I attached indicate.
I wish I had more specific instructions but we haven't had the chance to install this harness on a vehicle like yours so I can't give you more specific instructions than that.
To get... view full answer...
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