Solution for Knob on Thule Spare Me That Just Spins and Doesn't Remove Bike Rack

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I have the SpareMe 963 XTR rack on my Rav4 which Im getting ready to part with. Im trying to remove it from the spare tire and cant. Having misplaced the key I ordered a new one which allows the knob to rotate but nothing happens... it just rotates. Help! Need to remove it before I donate the car.

asked by: Maggie

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The lock is still locked if the knob just spins. You would need to turn the key the other direction. This will engage the knob to the threads and will allow the knob to loosen the rack.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

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Answer 2

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Answer 3

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Answer 4

I went ahead and brought the issue to my contact at Thule, and he said to either use WD-40 to spray on the available threading and use a pair of pliers to grab onto the T-Bolt while you try to rotate the knob. This will allow you to have extra…

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Answer 5

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Answer 6

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Answer 10

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Answer 12

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