What To Do If Bumper and Hitch Contact Each Other After Installation On 2008 Audi A4

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I completed step 2 of placing the hitch to be level and square. It seems the horizontal bar hits my lower bumper. I was able to install it but it is touching. will this cause issue or damage or should I trim it?

asked by: Scott

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The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 11164 which is a fit for a 2008 Audi A4 does not require trimming. However, the fit around the lower part of the bumper fascia where it meets the frame brackets for the hitch can be tight and in some cases touching. If the parts are touching it would be a good idea to go ahead and make some small cuts to alleviate some pressure as this then puts more stress on the fasteners. That said, you most likely would not run into any issues if just left the way it is.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Answer 1

We do have a receiver that will fit your 2008 Audi A4 2.0T Quattro with the dual exhaust, as the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver #306-X7389 has been confirmed by EcoHitch not to work with the dual exhaust. The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver…

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Answer 2

The EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver #306-X7389 is only a fit for the Sedan model of the 2010 Audi A4. Since you have an Avant Wagon you need the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C11195 instead as this is the only trailer hitch that is confirmed to…

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Yes, the trailer hitch that fits your 2008 Audi A4 Quattro sedan is the Curt Class-I #11164. The maximum tongue weight is 200 pounds. Note, that all non-trailer loads such as bike racks, cargo carriers and more must be supported by stabilizing straps…

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Although the exterior body components of the 2005.5 and later model years of the Audi A4 Avant may be similar, or even the same, the frame structures are not. If you compare the mounting flanges for these two hitches, parts #11164 and #C11180, you…

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Answer 5

There is a trailer hitch receiver option for your 2002 Audi A4 wagon, but only a 1-1/4, Class I hitch, as there were no 2 inch hitches ever made to fit this vehicle. So while you can add a hitch, it does have to be the 1-1/4 inch, Class I hitch from…

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Your 2008 Audi A4 sedan has a Class I hitch receiver available in the Curt #11164. For a Class I hitch, we have 3 adapters available, but you will want to make sure you stay within the capacity of your hitch receiver and using an adapter like this…

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We have confirmed with EcoHitch that the hitch part #306-X7389 fits your 2011 Audi A4 Sedan. We had the chance to install the hitch on a similar A4 sedan and we found that it fit and worked well. Check out the install picture I attached.

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Answer 8

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 9

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 10

Hey Jonathon thank you so much for all of that additional information! To haul your bikes behind your class C Sprinter motorhome, while flat towing your Mini, I recommend the Hollywood Racks RV Rider Bike Rack item #HLY64FR and the Roadmaster Dual…

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