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Can I Open the Trunk of My 2021 Volkswagen Jetta with the Thule Passage 2 # TH910XT Mounted?  

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I have a 2021 Jetta SEL. Can I open the trunk with the carrier attached? How quickly can I attach and detach the carrier?

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With any trunk-mount bike rack that uses hooks like the Thule Passage 2 # TH910XT, you cannot open the trunk with the carrier attached. This is because the hooks that install into the trunk can bend or even damage the trunk when trying to open it. In order to safely open your trunk, you need to completely remove the rack. Although, in order to remove the rack, this is a quick process that simply requires you to remove the hooks or bikes (if you have them mounted).

If you are looking for a quick installation and removal process of the rack, I recommend using the SeaSucker Mini Bomber Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - Fork Mount # 298-BM2006. This rack simply installs onto your bare roof without the need of a crossbar system. It also involves the quickest installation/removal proces of any rack we carry. The Mini Bomber comes with an impressive 45-pound per-bike weight capacity and is 100% made in the U.S.A. I went ahead and attached a video that displays the true might of the vacuum cups on SeaSucker products. For theft-deterrence for the rack, I recommend using the etrailer Cable Lock # e98891 with the SeaSucker Window Anchor # 298-BA0010.

As far as bike axle compatability, the Mini Bomber is compatible with the common 9mm thru-axles. However, if you have different axles, there are adapters available for the following types:

- 12-mm x 100-mm thru-axle # 298-BA14203
- 15-mm x 100-mm thru-axle # 298-BA14204
- 15-mm x 110-mm Boost thru-axle # 298-BA14205
- 20-mm x 100-mm thru-axle # 298-BA14209
- 20-mm x 110-mm thru-axle # 298-BA14207

As a life-saver for installing the bikes on your roof, I highly recommend the Rightline Door Step # RL100660 to provide easier access to the roof.

I went ahead and attached a few helpful videos for you to check out.



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