Expert Answers about Toyota Solara

• Cleaning Threaded Holes in 2006 Toyota Solara Frame to Fit Curt Trailer Hitch # C12110
• This is a fairly common problem when fitting a new trailer hitch on an older vehicle. Over time, your vehicles frame, in this case your 2006 Toyota Solara, will attract dirt, salt, road grime, etc. These materials will clog up the bolt holes in your cars frame and harden, causing rust and corrosion. This is an easy fix with a wire brush such as the Deka Battery Post and Terminal Cleaner # DW00254 and spray lubricant. I have provided a link to our FAQ page on cleaning weld nuts to assist...
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• How to Remove Corrosion and Road Grime from Weld Nuts to Install Hitch on 2004 Toyota Solara
• As far as the hitch installation goes, a vehicle as old as yours is bound to have quite a bit of road gunk built up into the weld nuts, which can make getting the bolt started to be a bit of a challenge. Keep soaking the weld nuts with spray lubricant (we use WD-40) and using a wire brush like # DW00254. If all else fails, you can use a M10 x 1.25 tread tap to chase the threads in the weld nut. For a wiring harness, I'd recommend the # C59496. The kit includes a circuit tester that will...
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• Changing from 2” to 1 1/4” On A Bike Rack
• Yes sir! All you have to do is remove the sleeve for the bike rack # Y02458 to fit in a 1-1/4 inch hitch!
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• How to Install Upgraded Modulite Kit 119176KIT on a 2007 Toyota Solara SE
• The # 119176KIT hard-wire kit is a universal application, but it would be the correct choice to wire your 2007 Toyota Solara SE for towing. I have linked the installation instructions, but they are not going to be specific to your vehicle. To install the hard-wire kit on your vehicle, you would use the included circuit tester to test the wires behind your vehicle tail lights for function. I would have a friend sit in the front and press the brake pedal or engage the turn signals as you...
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