Why Doesn't Hitch Pin on Thule EasyFold XT Bike Rack Lock In Place

Question:

Pin doesnt lock into reciever

asked by: Pat

Expert Reply:

The AutoAttach pin on the Thule EasyFold XT Bike Rack # TH903202 is essentially just a guide for ensuring that the shank of the rack is far enough into the hitch receiver that the rack is secured.

Once the AutoAttach system is lined up with the hitch pin hole and it snaps in place then you use the anti-rattle knob to expand the shank to take all of the wobble out of the rack. The anti-rattle knob can then be locked which prevents the bike rack from being removed even if that AutoAttach pin is pulled open.

If the problem is that the anti-rattle knob isn't locking properly (it should freely spin when locked) then that sounds like a warranty issue that you'll want to pursue.

Attached is a review video for you to check out.

expert reply by: Jon G