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• Towing Motorcycle Trailer with 2013 VW Beetle
  The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C11260 features a 1,500 pound towing weight capacity, as you mentioned. As long as you stay under this number with the loaded weight of your trailer the hitch is absolutely up to the task. The other area you will need to look at though is the towing capacity of your 2013 VW Beetle. You will always be limited by your setup's weakest component, so if your Beetle has a lower capacity than 1,500 pound this is the number you need to follow. This information...
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• Recommended Trailer Hitch Receiver for a 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
  You want the Curt, part # C11354, for your convertible 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. The other hitch you mentioned, part # C11260, fits the coupe model but not your convertible. If you plan to use the hitch to carry a cargo carrier, bike rack, or some other non-trailer accessory you also need to use a support strap, part # 18050, in order to be compliant with Curt's warranty. If instead you'll be towing a trailer with your Beetle, you don't need the strap but do need the recommend ball mount,...
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• Recommended Wiring Harness and Troubleshooting for a 2019 Volkswagen Beetle
  It definitely sounds like the converter but I have a troubleshooting step you can do before you jump into replacing it. You'll want to verify the ground wire is connected and hasn't come loose or been damaged. The tail lights on your car wouldn't be affected by this but if your ground isn't working that would cause the issues you're describing. If it's not the ground you'll need to replace the wiring harness with the Curt item # C56380. There's no way to just replace the converter so...
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• Is There A Way To Haul Two 75lb E-Bikes With A 2015 Volkswagen Beetle
  Hey George, Because the only hitch size available for your Beetle is 1-1/4" the only way you'd be able to haul your e-bikes would be if you towed them on a small trailer. The bike racks capable of hauling 75lb bikes would require a 2" trailer hitch receiver. You'd need to install a hitch like the Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver # 24922, find a small trailer, and then measure for the correct rise ball mount to keep the trailer level while towing. You'll also need to install...
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• Is it Safe to Tow a Tear Trailer with a 2013 Volkswagen Beetle Diesel Turbo Convertible
  If the owners manual for your 2013 Volkswagen Beetle says that it is not recommended to tow a trailer but does not specifically say you can't then I would check with a Volkswagen dealer or, even better, Volkswagen corporate to clarify if it can be done or not. While we haven't tested the Beetle in towing conditions I would not think such a light trailer would be a problem. But again, Volkswagen is going to have the final word. If they give you the green light then you will need trailer...
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• Recommended Bike Rack For a 2017 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible
  Yes, I recommend the Thule Hitching Post Pro Rack # TH934XTR for your 2017 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible. This will require a Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C11354 for the bike rack to fit into since there is not a truck mounted bike rack confirmed to work with your convertible. The rack is capable of supporting 2 bikes by their frame top bar. If you have an alternative type frame an Adapter Bar # TH982XT will be needed to secure the bike in the carrier. I do recommend getting a Curt T-Connector...
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• Trailer Wiring Harness For A 2017 Volkswagen Beetle
  Yes, you will have to run the extra to your battery for it to work properly on The Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness # C56380. This harness will give you the attachment point that you will need to plug in your tail lights for your bike rack. The wiring harness will a 4-flat connector. This harness will plug into your vehicle's wiring harness, which is located in the rear cargo area. You will have to remove the trunk floor coverings, storage trays, rear scuff panel, and interior...
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• Wiring Harness for a 2019 Volkswagen Beetle
  The Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness part # C56380 is a confirmed fit for your 2019 Volkswagen Beetle.
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• Will The Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver Fit a 2016 VW Beetle Dune Edition?
  Yes, the Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver # 24922 will fit on your 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Dune edition. We have received reviews specific to the Dune edition saying there was no need to modify any of the fascia for the receiver. I recommend installing the Vehicle Wiring Harness # C56380 when you install the receiver. This will give you a 4-way flat connector. This is the most common connector used on small trailers you would be able to tow. It will also allow you to add Auxiliary...
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• Curt Trailer Hitch for the 2013 Volkswagen Beetle TDI
  There are hitch options available for your 2013 Volkswagen Beetle TDI with the Curt # C11260 To complete your towing setup you may also be interested in the following products: A ball mount Wiring Kit # C56380 1-7/8 Ball # 19256
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• Recommended Hitch for a 2015 VW Beetle Convertible
  So long as your 2015 Beetle Convertible does not have the diesel engine, or is the R-Line model, you will have no problems mounting the Curt Hitch item # C11354 to your car. This hitch is custom fit and designed specifically for a Beetle. It meets all USA standards for safety. If you are planning on towing you will also need a wiring harness item # C56380, then for a ball mount you'd need the Draw-Tite Drawbar item # 3593, and finally for hitch balls item # 19258 for a 2 inch ball or item...
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• Trailer Hitch for a 2013 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible
  We do have 1 trailer hitch listed as a fit for your 2013 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible, the Curt hitch # C11354. This is the only hitch listed for a convertible 2013 Beetle. If you plan on using the hitch for an accessory like a bike rack or cargo carrier make sure the accessory is rated for use in a Class I trailer hitch. And for bike racks you are limited to 2 bikes on a Class I hitch. Curt also says that you have to use stabilization strap # 18050 when using their hitch with non-trailer...
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• Trailer Hitch and Wiring Recommendations for a 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
  We rate installation difficulty based on how long it takes to perform the installation on a scale of 1 to 10 with 1 being easy and 10 being difficult. Installation of Curt hitch # C11354 is rated as a 3 because it should take someone with experience about 30 minutes to perform the installation. At home in the driveway it should take the average do-it-yourselfer about an hour. I have included a link to the installation instructions for you to view. This hitch does not come with a ball mount....
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• Availability of Trailer Hitch fit for 2013 Volkswagen Beetle TDI Convertible
  According to Curt, their # C11354 class I trailer hitch is indeed a fit for the 2013 VW Beetle Convertible Turbo Diesel. If you'll be using the hitch as a mounting point for a bike rack or cargo carrying tray, Curt's warranty stipulates that a stabilizing strap like part # 18050 needs to be used for all non-trailer loads. If you'll be using the hitch for light-duty towing, you'll also need the following: Trailer wiring harness, part # C56380 Ball mount, part # C45521 1-7/8 inch trailer...
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• Trailer Hitch for 2017 Volkswagen Beetle for Use with Hitch Bike Rack and Trailer
  For your 2017 VW Beetle, we have the Curt trailer hitch Curt # C11354, but will NOT work on the R-Line versions nor on the diesel model with the new DEF (diesel exhaust fluid) tank. Since both hitches offer the same capacity I suggest the Draw-Tite # 24922 since it does not require you to use a support strap # 18050 which is required with the Curt hitch to retain your hitch warranty coverage. In your new Class I hitch you can use a 2-bike Class I-compatible bike carrier such as one of...
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• Recommended Trailer Hitch Receiver and 4-Way Flat Wiring Harness For 2018 VW Beetle
  I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C11354 for your 2018 VW Beetle. It will fit both the coupe and convertible trims. It has a maximum tongue weight capacity of 200 lbs and trailer capacity of 2,000 lbs. Be sure to consult your VW dealer for the maximum capacities for your specific vehicle and use the lower of the 2 sets of numbers. Currently we do not have a video of the receiver installed for your Beetle. The Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness # C56380 will give you...
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• Trailer Hitch for a 2013 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible
  For the 2013 Volkswagen Beetle convertible the only hitch I show listed as a fit is the Curt hitch # C11354 that you have referenced. We do not have a video yet of this specific vehicle but I have included a link to the installation instructions for you. As soon as we get one in we will make a video, that I can promise you. If you plan on using this hitch for a bike rack or cargo carrier Curt recommends the use of a stabilization strap # 18050 to take some of the stress off of the hitch. If...
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• Troubleshooting Weak Turn Signal on Curt Wiring with Brake Pedal Pressed on 2015 Volkswagen Beetle
  Whenever there are issues like this it's always best to check your wiring connections and your grounds. Be sure the connections for the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness # C56380 for your 2015 Volkswagen Beetle are clean and free of any debris or corrosion and then make sure all of your trailer connectors are the same. Also check to make sure your grounds are secured to a clean, bare-metal surface for best connection. If you're still having issues after this let me know and I can...
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• Trailer Hitch and Brake Controller for 2013 Volkswagen Beetle 5-Speed Gas Non-Turbo
  All hitches made for your 2013 Volkswagen Beetle are light-duty 1-1/4-inch Class I types that will use the same mounting points on the vehicle for installation. All three hitches have a visible cross tube that will sit below your rear bumper cover as shown in the video for Curt hitch # C11260. There is no option for your Beetle for a hitch with a concealed cross tube as you had on your Yaris. All hitches for your Beetle can be seen on the linked page. All include the required installation...
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• Trailer Hitch and Wiring for a 2013 Volkswagen Beetle Turbo
  First I recommend checking the vehicle owners manual to determine if the 2013 VW Beetle is rated for towing and, if so, if it has enough capacity for the 1,200 pound trailer. The trailer hitch I would recommend for your gas Turbo Beetle is Draw-Tite's trailer hitch # 24879. The recommended ball mount is # 3594. For a 1-7/8 inch ball use # 19256 and for a 2 inch ball use # 19258. With a Class I trailer hitch you have to use the ball mount specified by the hitch manufacturer otherwise it...
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• Trailer Hitch Availability for 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Turbo-Diesel Coupe
  For the 2014 Volkswagen Beetle turbo-diesel coupe only a 1-1/4-inch Class I hitch is offered, Draw-Tite's part # 24922. This fits as long as your Beetle is NOT an R-Line or GSR version. For a wiring harness you can use kit # C56380 from Curt. I linked our page for Class I ball mounts and an article to help you select the right one, in case you plan to tow within the car's rated capacity. The reason that there are no 2-inch hitches made for the car is that it's frame cannot support the...
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