WeatherTech Cargo Floor Liner Review - 2010 Subaru Forester
Today on our 2010 Subaru Forester, well be installing the WeatherTech Floor Liner in the rear cargo area part number WT42419 gray in color. This application is also available in tan part number WT41419 or black part number WT40419. WeatherTech mats are custom-molded precisely to fit the vehicle and stay in place. The shape channels the moldings all work to keep dirt and debris contained in the liner and off the carpeting. As you can see here, its got the raised outer edge and cut outs for the rear cargo hooks. It also has the extended cut outs for the deep side pockets for the rear storage areas.
Trailer Hitch Installation - 2010 Subaru Forester - Draw-Tite
Today on our 2010 Subaru Forester, we'll be installing Draw-Tite Hitch, part number 75650. This is what our hitch will once it's installed on the vehicle. Next, we'll go ahead and give you a couple of measurements to assist you in selecting accessories for your new hitch. From the center of the hitch, pinhole to the outermost edge of the bumper is 6-1/2 inches. From the top of the receiver, tube to the ground is 13-3/4 inches. This will assist you in selecting accessories such as a drawbar, a bike rack, or a cargo carrier.
Thule Helium Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2010 Subaru Forester
Today on our 2010 Subaru Forester, well be test fitting part number TH970XT. This is the Thule Helium Aluminum Two Bike Carrier. Now to begin our test fit, well remove the included adapter for the 2-inch hitch so were ready to go ahead and fit into the vehicle. Well begin by sliding the bike rack shank into the hitch, well then line up the hitch pinhole and install the attached hitch pin. We can then move to the back of the bike rack shank and tighten down the knob securing our bike rack to the vehicle. Well now go ahead and give you a few measurements.
Thule Doubletrack Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2010 Subaru Forester
Today on our 2010 Subaru Forester will be test fitting the Thule Double Track Platform-Style 2 Bike Carrier for 1-1/4-inch and 2-inch hitches, part number TH990XT. Now to begin our test fit, well simply slide our bike rack shank into the hitch and line up the hitch pinhole and install and tighten down the anti-rattle bolt. With our bolt tight, our bike rack is secured to the vehicle. Well now go ahead and give you a few measurements. Our ground clearance at the bike rack is 12 inches and from the closest point of the bike rack to the back of the vehicle with the platform in the stored position is 2 inches. We can now go ahead and pull the switch at the bottom of the bike rack platform to allow the platform to come down.
Swagman XTC2 Wheel Mount Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2010 Subaru Forester
Today on our 2010 Subaru Forester, we will be test fitting the Swagman XTC-2, 2-bike platform style carrier, part number S64670. Now to begin our test fit, we will slide our bike rack shank into the hitch, line up the hitch pinhole, and install and tighten down our anti-rattle bolt. With our bolt tight, our bike rack is secured to the vehicle. We will now go ahead and give you a few measurements. Our ground clearance at the bike rack is 17 inches and from the closest point of the bike rack to the back of the vehicle is 2-1/2 inches. We will now go ahead and unfold the bike rack platform, and open the cargo door.
SportRack EZ Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2010 Subaru Forester
Today on our 2010 Subaru Forester, we will be test-fitting part number A30901, this is the SportRack 2-bike hitch mounted bike rack for 1-1/4 inch and 2-inch hitches. Now to begin our test fit, we will slide the bike rack shank into the hitch, line up the hitch pinhole and install and tighten down our anti-rattle bolt. With our bolt tight, our bike rack is secured to the vehicle. We will now go ahead and give you a few measurements. Our ground clearance at the back of the bike rack is 17-1/2 inches and from the closest point of the bike rack to the back of the vehicle is 5 inches. We can now go ahead and unfold the bike rack platform and open our cargo door.
Glacier Cable Snow Tire Chains Review - 2010 Subaru Forester
Today on our 2010 Subaru Forester, we will be test-fitting the Glacier Cable Snow Tire Chains, part number PW1038. We will be using this in conjunction with the rubber adjusters part number PW100. Now, these cable chains are prefect for the occasionally use. They feature a rugged steel wiring covered with case-hardened steel rollers for traction. They are very easy to install and they comply with all DOT specifications. They will fit either front, rear, or all-wheel drive vehicles.
Pro Series Q-Slot Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2010 Subaru Forester
Today on our 2010 Subaru Forester, well be test-fitting the Pro Series Q-Slot Platform-Style Bike Carrier, part number PS63134. Now to begin our test fit, we simply slide the bike rack shank into the hitch, line up the hitch pinhole and install our hitch pin. With our hitch pin in, well go ahead and put the safety clip on the other side securing our bike rack to the vehicle. We can now go ahead and give you a few measurements. Our ground clearance at the back of the bike rack is 16-1/4 inches, and from the closest point of the bike rack to the back of the vehicle is 7 inches. Well next go ahead and unfold the bike rack platform and open our cargo door.
Kuat Alpha Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2010 Subaru Forester
Today, on our 2010 Subaru Forester, well be test fitting part number A103-WHITE-114. This is the Kuat Alpha 3 Bike Aluminum Bike Rack for 1-1/4-inch hitches. To begin our test fit, well slide our bike rack shank into the hitch, line up the hitch pinhole and install the hitch pin. We can then tighten down the knob at the back of the shank securing our bike rack to the vehicle. Now, well go ahead and give you a few measurements. Our ground clearance at the bike rack is 13 inches, and from the closest point of the bike rack mast to the back of the vehicle is 4-1/2 inches.
Glacier Cable Snow Tire Chains Review - 2010 Subaru Forester
Today on our 2010 Subaru Forester, well be test fitting the Glacier Cable Snow Tire Chains for Light Trucks, part number PW2016C. These are perfect for the occasionally use. The tire chains feature are rugged steel wiring covered with case-hardened steel rollers for traction. Theyre easy to install and comply with all DOT specifications. Theyll fit either the front, rear or all-wheel drive vehicles. Theyre designed with a low profile, they gives you a smoother ride.
Curt Hitch Cargo Carrier Review - 2010 Subaru Forester
Today on our 2010 Subaru Forester, well test-fitting part number C18145. This is the Curt 20x48 Cargo Carrier for 1-1/4 and 2-inch Hitches. Now, weve already removed the included adapter for the 2-inch hitch, so were ready to go ahead and fit it to the vehicle. Well slide the cargo carrier shank into the hitch, line up the hitch pinhole and install and tighten down our anti-rattle bolt. With our bolt tight, our cargo carrier is secured to the vehicle. Well now go ahead and give you a few measurements.
WeatherTech Front Floor Mats Review - 2003 Subaru Forester
Today on our 2003 Subaru Forrester, were gonna to do a test fit of the WeatherTech Floor Liners in the front row part number WTW3TN tan in color. This is a two-piece set; one for the driver and one for the passenger side. First, well go ahead and remove the old or manufacturers floor mats. Now were ready to install the WeatherTech Liner. The WeatherTech Liners are molded to fit the vehicle floor board and stay in place. The shape, channels and moldings all work to keep dirt and debris contained in and on the liner and off of the carpeting.
WeatherTech Rear Floor Liners Review - 2003 Subaru Forester
Today on our 2003 Subaru Forester, were gonna be doing a test fit of the WeatherTech Floor Liners in the second row part number WT460972 gray in color. First, well go ahead and remove the old or manufacturers floor mats. Now were ready to install the WeatherTech Floor Liner. The WeatherTech Liners are custom molded precisely to fit the vehicle and stay in place. The shape, channels and moldings all work to keep dirt and debris contained in and on the liner and off the carpeting. As seen in this application, its custom molded to fit around the seat track mounting points.
Trailer Wiring Harness Installation - 2003 Subaru Forester - Hopkins
Today on our 2003 Subaru Forester we're going to install the Hopkins 4-Pole Wiring Kit, part number 33855. First we'll need to access the rear cargo area. Then we're going to open up the access to the spare tire. Alright, next on the passenger's side we're going to go ahead and remove the spare tire tools and there's a fastener here to remove this panel. This exposes us to the rear trailer connector that we're looking for. So this application is being wrapped in blue tape.
Trailer Wiring Harness Installation - 2003 Subaru Forester - Tow Ready
Today on our 2003 Subaru Forester we're going to install the Tow Ready T1 Connector, part number 118461. First we'll need to access the rear cargo area. Then we're gonna open up the access to the spare tire. Alright, next on the passenger's side we're gonna go ahead and remove the spare tire tools and there's a fastener here to remove this panel. This exposes us to the rear trailer connector that we're looking for. So this application is been wrapped in blue tape.
Trailer Hitch Installation - 2003 Subaru Forester - Hidden Hitch
Today on our 2003 Subaru Forrester, were gonna install Hidden Hitch part 90757. This is what our hitch will look like once its installed. Here are a couple of measurements that will assist you with selecting accessories for your new hitch. From the center of the hitch pinhole to the outermost part of the bumper is 4 inches. From the top of the receiver tube to the ground is 14 inches. Now lets go ahead with the installation.
Trailer Hitch Installation - 2003 Subaru Forester - Draw-Tite
Today on our 2003 Subaru Forrester, were gonna install Draw-Tite Hitch part 36311. This is what our hitch will look like once its installed. Here are a couple of measurements that will assist you in selecting accessories for your new hitch. From the center of the hitch pinhole to the outermost part of the bumper is 4 inches. From the top of the receiver tube to the ground is 14 inches. Now lets go ahead with the installation.
Trailer Hitch Installation - 2003 Subaru Forester - Curt
Today on this 2003 Subaru Forrester, were gonna install the Curt Hitch part 12038. This is what our hitch will look like once its installed. Now well go ahead and give you a couple of measurements that will assist you in selecting accessories for your new hitch. From the center of the hitch pinhole to the outermost part of the bumper is 4 inches. From the top of the receiver tube to the ground is 13 inches. Now lets go ahead with the installation.
Thule Helium Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2003 Subaru Forester
Today well be test fitting the Thule Helium aluminum two bike carrier for both inch and a quarter and 2 inch hitches part #: th970xt on our 2003 Subaru Forester. Well begin by installing the bike rack shank into the hitch, well line up the hitch pinhole and then insert out hitch pin. We can then tighten down the anti-rattle knob to secure the bike rack to the vehicle. And with our bike rack secured to the vehicle well give you a few measurements. Our ground clearance is 11 and inches and from the closest point of the bike rack to the back of the vehicle is 5 inches. We can now go ahead and fold the bike rack down and open our cargo door and as you can see we can gain full access.
Swagman XTC2 Wheel Mount Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2003 Subaru Forester
Today on our 2003 Subaru Forester were going to be test fitting part #: s64670, the Swagman XTC 2 two bike carrier for both inch and a quarter and 2 inch hitches. Now our vehicle is equipped with the inch and a quarter hitch and our bike rack is preassembled so were ready to go ahead and fit it to the vehicle. We will insert the bike rack shank into the hitch, well line up the hitch pinhole and insert our anti-rattle bolt. We can then tighten it down with a wrench. With the anti-rattle bolt tight well install our safety pin which will secure the bike rack to the vehicle. With our bike rack secured to the vehicle well go ahead and give you a few measurements.
SportRack EZ Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2003 Subaru Forester
Today on our 2003 Subaru Forester well be test fitting part #: a20901, the Sport Rack 2 wheel mount bike rack for both inch and a quarter and 2 inch hitches. With our vehicle equipped with the inch and a quarter hitch and our bike rack preassembled were ready to go ahead and fit it to the vehicle. Well begin by inserting the bike rack shank into the hitch, well line up the hitch pinhole and insert our Inaudible bolt. We can then tighten it down with a wrench. With our Inaudible bolt tight, well install the safety pin and that will secure the bike rack to the vehicle. Well now go ahead and give you a few measurements.
Rhode Gear Highway Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2003 Subaru Forester
Today on our 2003 Subaru Forester well be test fitting the road gear highway 2 bike carrier part #: rg8015220. Now, our vehicle is already equipped with an inch and a quarter hitch so well simply slide the bike rack shank into the hitch, well line up the hitch pinhole and insert our Inaudible bolt. We can then tighten it down with a wrench. With our Inaudible tight our bike rack is secured to the vehicle. Now well go ahead and give you a few measurements. Our ground clearance with this bike rack is 12 inches, in from the closest point of the bike rack to the back of the vehicle is 5 inches.
Trailer Hitch Installation - 2011 Subaru Forester
Today were working on 2011 Subaru Forester. Were going to install current Hitch part numbers 13147. Here are couple of measurements that will assist you in selecting accessories for your new hitch. From the center of the hitch pinhole to the outermost point of the bumper is four inches. From the top to the receiver tube to the ground is 15 inches. Now lets go ahead with the installation.
Trailer Wiring Harness Installation - 2011 Subaru Forester
Today working on a 2011 Subaru Forester, were going to install a Tow-Ready T-One Connector part# 118467. Go ahead and remove the cargo cover, were going to remove the center foam tray and the driver's side foam tray to access the wiring underneath. And you see it gives us access to the manufacturer's trailer wiring. Now we can take our new Tow-Ready Connector and plug it into the manufacturers connection port. With our port connected we need to mount our converter box, we'll peel back the cover of the two-side adhesive and mount it to the sheet metal. Were mounting it to the sheet metal make sure you've got a good flat clean surface.
Yakima FlipSide 4 Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2011 Subaru Forester
Today on this 2011 Subaru Forester, we're going to do a test fit of part number Y02426 from Yakima, the FlipSide 4 Bike Carrier. One quick note about this bike rack is that it will work with 1-1/4-inch receiver hitches. However, it can only be in class 2 hitch. This will also work with class 3 receiver hitches with the included spacer. We'll go ahead and start off by installing the rack into the hitch, tightening down the anti-rattle bolt and putting the safety pin on the other side. Now, the bike rack does come with a tool to tighten down the anti-rattle bolt.
Thule Helium Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2011 Subaru Forester
Alright today on this 2011 Subaru Forester, were going to do a test fit of part number th970xt from Thule. The Helium Aluminum 2 Bike Carrier. Couple notes about this carrier is that it will work on 1-1/4 receiver hitches both class one and class two. It will also work on a class three receiver hitch as we are going to use here, and the bike rack does come with a bushing so that you can do that. Okay well start off by installing the bike rack into the hitch; we will line up the pin hitch holes and put in the key into the hitch and into the bike rack. We will turn the key 90 degrees and then we can tighten up the bike rack with the anti-rattle knob.
Thule Doubletrack Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2011 Subaru Forester
Today on this 2011 Subaru Forester, were going to do a test fit of part number th990xt from Thule, the Thule Doubletrack Platform bike carrier. This bike carrier will work on 1-1/4 receiver hitches, class one and class two, and will also work on a 2 receiver as shown here with the included bushing. We will start off by putting the bike rack into the hitch. Well tighten it down with the anti-rattle bolt, and then put the lock on the other side. Now the bike rack does come with tool to help tighten down the bolt, however wrench will work just as well. Next well give you some measurements to give you an idea of clearance between the bike rack and the vehicle, and the ground.
SportRack EZ Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2011 Subaru Forester
Today on this 2011 Subaru Forester were a30901 from SportRack. This is the two bike easy hitch mounted bike rack. One quick note is that this bicycle rack will work with inch and a quarter receiver hitches, class one and class two. We will be using it on a class three receiver hitch with the included spacer. We will start off by installing the bike rack into the hitch, we will tighten down the anti rattle bolt, and then put the safety pin on the other side. And we will be using a inch wrench to tighten everything down.
Rhode Gear Highway Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2011 Subaru Forester
install-rhodegear-highway-2011-subaru-foresteer-rg8015220 Alright today on this 2011 Subaru Forester, were going to do a test fit of part number rg8015220 from Rhode Gear, this is our highway 2 bike carrier. One quick note is that this bike carrier will fit 1-1/4 receiver hitches class one and class two. It will also work as we have here with 2 with the included spacer. Well go ahead and install the bicycle rack into the hitch; we will tighten down the anti-rattle bolt, and put the safety pin on the side. We will also use a wrench to tighten down the bolt. Alright next we will give you a couple measurements that will give you an idea of clearance between the vehicle and the bike rack, and the bike rack to the ground.
Thule T2 Platform Style Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2011 Subaru Forester
Today on our 2011 Subaru Forester, we're going to do a test for the part number TH916XTR from Thule, the Thule T2 Platform-Style Bike Rack. One quick not about this, the bike rack is intended for a 2" receiver hitch only. We'll start up by installing the bike rack into the hitch, tightening down the anti-rattable and putting lock on the other side. The bike rack does come with tool tightened on the bolt, however a 3/4" wrench works just as well. Next we'll give you some measurements that give you an idea of clearance between the bicycle rack and the vehicle, and the bicycle rack and the ground. The closest from rear wheel to the bumper is going to look like 1".
Trailer Hitch Installation - 2006 Subaru Forester
Today we will be installing part number 12038, a hitch made by Curt for a 2006 Subaru Forester. A couple of measurements to think about when considering accessories for your new hitch is going to be from the center of the hitch pin hole to the outer most point of the bumper is 5 inches. And from the top of the hitch to the ground is 13 inches. The first step we are going to do is the charcoal canister down out of our way. It has three fasteners that will have to be removed. The second step will be to remove our passenger rear tow hook. It has three fasteners also. This tow hook will be removed and left off the vehicle as it will be in the way of our new hitch. Our next step will be to remove the charcoal canister bracket. 0:56
Trailer Wiring Harness Installation - 2009 Subaru Forester
Today on this 2009 Subaru Forester we are going to be installing wiring harness part number 118467. We are at the rear of the vehicle and the port that we are going to need to plug our wiring harness into is located inside the cargo area underneath the floor board over here on the driver side of the vehicle. We are going to need to remove quite a few pieces to gain access to the port. The driver side styrofoam has a few retaining fasteners holding it in to position. To remove those you can either use a flat headed screwdriver or you could use a rivet removal tool. 00:33
Trailer Hitch Installation - 2010 Subaru Forester
Today on this 2010 Subaru Forester we are going to be installing Draw-Tite hitch part number 24807. This installation will also apply for Hidden Hitch part number 60893. We are underneath the vehicle and the first thing we need to do before we can get started installing the trailer hitch is to lower the exhaust off both the driver and passenger side frame rails. There are two exhaust hangers per side that we need to lower the exhaust off of. There is one here at the more rear side of the vehicle towards the inboard side and then one on the outboard side a little bit forward of the exhaust. Then there is a fifth hanger we need to lower it off of as well and it is forward on the vehicle almost even with the rear axle. 00:34
Trailer Wiring Harness Installation - 2010 Subaru Forester
Today on this 2010 Subaru Forester we are going to be installing wiring harness part number 118467. We are in the rear cargo area of the Forester and we want to locate the port that we are going to be plugging our wiring harness into. This port is located underneath the cargo floor over on the driver side of the vehicle. We are going to need to remove a few pieces before we can get started. We obviously need to remove the covering not only in the center section but on the driver side as well. Then we need to remove the styrofoam storage bin on both the center and driver side sections as well. For the driver side compartment there is actually two push pins that are holding it into position. 00:29
Trailer Wiring Harness Installation - 2009 Subaru Forester
Okay, today on our 2009 Subaru Forester we are going to install part number 118467 from Tow Ready. Okay, the first thing we need to do when we install our wire harness is get down to the spare tire area, so we are going to take off this mat here get it out of our way. Take out the foam s. We will take this out of our way, and we will remove the net. Okay, and then this foam section here also has to come out. :31
Trailer Hitch Installation - 2009 Subaru Forester
Today on our 2009 Subaru Forester, we are going to install part number 13147 from Curt. All right we will go ahead and show you, the hitch mounts up to the body of the vehicle and to get started we are going to have to actually lower the exhaust so we have more working room. All right also what we are going to do is put on a little safety strap, you can use a wire or something, just to control the exhaust so when we take it off the hangers it will not come falling down. All right we are just going to spray them down with some lubricant. And there is one up towards the front of the vehicle we will need to undo also. You are going to do the same two on the passenger side. Now with the exhaust out of the way you get a better view of the frame rail. What we have got to do next is go ahead and remove the rubber plugs here and here. We will just pop out this one here. With that one I think we can just grab a pair of pliers and pull straight down. All right we will do the same thing on the passenger side.
Trailer Hitch Installation - 2001 Subaru Forester
Today we are going to install part number 12038 from Curt, and we are going to install this hitch on a 2001 Subaru Forester. First thing we are going to do is we have to take down some parts off the vehicle to install the hitch. Take off this tie-down hook. We will have to temporarily lower this carbon canister. Now we are just going to lower it we are actually not going to take it all the way off. All right, we will just leave it like that. We do not have to worry from here on out. Now we need to go ahead and take down this bolt here for this bracket. What is going to happen is this bracket will go back in place with the hitch installed. The hitch is designed to fit around it, and the carbon canister will go back up when it is done. And on the drivers side, this rear tie-down mount will get removed and left off. And this rear hanger for the exhaust comes off temporarily and goes back on when we are done. What is going to happen is that, in the end, this is going to actually get bolted back to the hitch itself, and this exhaust bracket is going to stay off.
Trailer Wiring Harness Installation - 2001 Subaru Forester
Today we are going to install part number 118461 from Tow Ready, and we are going to install this part on a 2001 Subaru Forester. The connection points are inside the vehicle, in the rear, so we have to get inside the rear hatch and start pulling up the floor panels. Our connection point happens to be right here, underneath the threshold on the passengers side. You just pull it out. It has got the blue tape on it. And our T-connector will simply just snap in place, like so. And all that remains is to go ahead and attach the Modulite to the back of the sheet metal here. You can put it just any place you want but it seems pretty convenient and out of the way right here. And we can zip-tie our wires to the existing wire package here, and they will be safe and out of the way. Now we did not really have to take out the spare tire, but it gives you a better idea of what is going on.
Trailer Hitch Installation - 2009 Subaru Forester
Today on this 2009 Subaru Forester we are going to be installing Draw-Tite hitch part number 75650 and this installation will also apply for Hidden Hitch part number 87493. The first thing we need to do is lower the exhaust down. There are four main hangers and then there is one forward hanger that we need to lower the exhaust off of. 00:20
Trailer Wiring Harness Installation - 2004 Subaru Forester
All you have to do is get to the inside panel and get to the connector. Basically we have to take out this panel, and this panel to get the spare tire well and we can find our panel that way. Once you get to the spare tire well you should see this connector wrapped in blue tape. Your T-connector will plug right in to that and well go ahead and make a permanent mounting. We can route this back here and make sure you have enough wire coming out. After that go ahead and stick it down with the adhesive.
Trailer Wiring Harness Installation - 2007 Subaru Forester
Today we are going to install part number 118461, we will be using this on a 2007 Subaru Forester. The first step involved with installing is taking off some of the interior panels and getting down to the floor. So we have to get down to the bottom where we can see the wiring and well trace it back to find the connector. This panel comes off first, followed by the panel underneath, and then this panel comes up. Now we have gotten to our wire harness, now we need to find the connector. Once we find our harness, well follow that back to the tail light as the instructions say, you look around and here is the plug right here. As a note this plug can be found on different models and years possibly further up here towards the front. You could also find them on the other side, just check the instructions before you start.
Trailer Hitch Installation - 2004 Subaru Forester
A few of the parts that have to come out to make way for the hitch on the passengers side are the tie down bracket here and the cannister here. With the cannister, these bolts and this bolt and one in the back will have to come out to lower this. So we can get to that bolt, so we can take it out. This will all go back up when were done. Next will do this center support. The bracket wont go back up there, but we will reinstall the screw for safe keeping if the hitch ever comes off
Trailer Hitch Installation - 2007 Subaru Forester
This hitch is also know as part number 36311 from Hidden Hitch and 06975 from Reese. This will cover the same applications. First thing we have to do is lower the passenger bracket take that off completely, and lower the carbon cannister out of the way. Also this bracket has to come down loose, it will get re-installed later. Next this bracket for here for the fascia support will have to come off, the hitch does provide support for the fascia when were done. Next we have to remove this tie down bracket, disconnect the exhaust from this bracket, and this bracket will be taken off the vehicle. Now we can install the hitch, its a good idea to have an extra set of hands at this point. As you can see, it takes a couple of hands to get the hitch up there. With a little bit of fidgeting, you can get it up there relatively easy. Theres just one thing you have to make sure of is that this bracket the hitch goes through and that its the hitch then the bracket, and then the frame itself, thats the order it goes in.
