Backup Sensors Interference With BumpStep Hitch-Mounted Bumper Protector and Step?

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Question:

Will this item have any interference with the sensors Toyota RAV4 2018

asked by: Joey H

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Expert Reply:

I reached out to my contact at WeatherTech regarding backup sensor interference with the BumpStep Hitch-Mounted Bumper Protector and Step for 2" Hitches # WT81BS1, and he advised me of no known issues with this matter.

expert reply by: Timothy G

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Answer 1

We carry the WeatherTech BumpStep Hitch-Mounted Bumper Protector and Step for 2" Hitches #WT81BS1 and recently added the BumpStep XL #WT81BS1XL which has a 24 inch length versus the 12 inch length.

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Answer 2

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Answer 3

I went out to the warehouse and pulled the Hopkins 4, 5, and 6-Way mounting bracket #HM48605 to measure it for you. The outer most holes are 2-7/8 inches apart on center. The inner set are 1-7/8 inches apart on center. The holes are just a hair over…

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Answer 4

That is a great question, but I can assure you that the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver #306-X7601 will have no affect whatsoever on the rear backup sensors on your 2019 Subaru Outback Wagon, both during installation and when the hitch is…

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Answer 5

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Answer 6

I wouldn't think so, but to be sure you can compare the measurements of the Weathertech part #WT81BS1 to the backup sensor locations. This is overall 11-1/2 inches wide and 2-1/2 inches tall. This should be small enough and also low enough not to…

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Answer 7

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Answer 8

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Answer 9

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Answer 10

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 11

Lance does have a proprietary plug, but many customers see a standard 6-way or 7-way round and notice it doesn't fit their factory 7-way as well. I've attached an article to help if you have one of the 7-way or 6-way round connectors which we…

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Answer 12

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