Replacement Anti-Sway Strap for Thule Apex Bike Rack

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I got one of the smaller bike clips in where the larger one goes. It clicked and I can’t get it out now. Any ideas?

asked by: Brionna L

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Expert Reply:

If you can't get it out without damaging it you might have to cut the end off so that you can slide it all the way through and then replace the damaged one with part # 1500056004.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

When you receive the Thule Apex XT 4 Bike Rack #TH9025XT the shank is folded up against the main mast of the rack. Those two M6 x 25 mm screws are what help to keep the shank from folding up like that again. They are more or less a security measure…

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Answer 2

When using the tilting feature for the Thule Apex XT #TH9025XT you need to first remove the bikes. The only way to keep the bikes loaded so you can gain full rear access to your 2017 Toyota Highlander is to use the Thule Apex Swing XT #TH9027XT. This…

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Answer 3

The anti-sway portion of the cradle on your Thule Helium Aero 9042 bike rack consists of three pieces. The extension clip that attaches to the underside of the actual cradle that the bike frame tube sits on which is part #852-3108-001, the anti-sway…

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Answer 4

The frame adapter, like the Thule #TH982XT can be attached in the way you describe, as long as there is enough clearance for the for the hook on the end of the bar to attach securely. I would make sure that the lowest portion of the bike tire is no…

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Answer 5

Like you have said, the smallest adapter bars are going to be 14-1/2 inches at their shortest length so that is not going to be small enough for the 14 inches you will need. You may have to attach the adapter in an alternate location such as one end…

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Answer 6

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 7

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 8

The main difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C13416 and the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part #EH97FR is that the EcoHitch has a completely hidden cross tube whereas the Curt cross tube will be visible from the rear of…

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Answer 9

Hi David! There are quite a few hitches offered for your 2026 Honda Odyssey, so I definitely understand wanting to know the differences. There are basically three styles available for you and I have them broken out below: Exposed Crosstube: etrailer…

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Answer 10

Hey Joel, There are a couple important differences between the Thule Camber 4-Bike Rack #TH9056 and Thule Apex XT 4-Bike Rack #TH9025XT. One of them is indeed the locks, as the Camber does not have locks while the Apex comes with a lock for the rack…

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Answer 11

Hey Gregory, thanks for reaching out. Yes the Curt #C13195 hitch is exactly what you'll need for carrying a few bikes on the back of your 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe. it has a 2" receiver and 750 lb tongue weight capacity so 4 bikes will not be a…

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Replacement Anti-Sway Strap for Thule Apex Bike Rack

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