What is Purpose of Small Bolts that Come with Thule Apex Bike Rack
Updated 02/17/2026 | Published 06/13/2024
Question:
What is the purpose and or function of the Thule M6 X 25 mm that come with the Apex XT 4
asked by: Gary
0
Expert Reply:
Hey Gary, so the two small bolts that come with the Thule Apex bike rack part # TH9025XT are for securing the 2 inch hitch adapter to the shank of it.
expert reply by:
Jameson C
0
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Thule Apex XT Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Tilting
- Hitch Bike Rack
- Hanging Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Frame Mount
- Bike and Hitch Lock
- 4 Bikes
- Class 1
- Class 2
- Class 3
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Thule
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Continue Researching
- Q&A: Thule Apex XT vs. Thule Camber 4-Bike Rack
- Q&A: Which Bike Rack Sticks Out Furter the Thule Camber or the Thule Helium Pro?
- Q&A: Comparing Hollywood Racks Destination vs. Swagman XTC 4-Bike Rack
- Q&A: Is The Kuat Transfer 3 Bike Rack Or RockyMounts MonoRail 3 Bike Rack a Better Option?
- Q&A: Recommended Hitch Mounted 3 Bike Platform Rack for 2018 Subaru Forester
- Q&A: Can the Thule Helium Aero 3 be Used to Carry 3 Bikes in a Class I Trailer Hitch Receiver
- Q&A: What Is Needed To Be Able To Carry 2 or 3 Bikes With a Receiver Hitch For a 2021 HRV?
- Article: How to Choose the Right Trailer Hitch Class
- Article: How to Choose a Bike Rack for an SUV or Crossover
- Article: Best Bike Racks for Families with Kids (2023)
- Article: Brake Controller 7- and 4-Way Installation Kit (ETBC7)
- Article: Car Camping Checklist
- Article: Our Team Picked The Best Camping Gear of the Year - Here Are Their Top Choices
- Article: How to Correct Noise from Exhaust Rattling Against a Trailer Hitch
Jameson C.
2/17/2026
Hey Gary, did those bolts secure the hitch adapter on your Apex XT 4 the way you needed? Knowing how that worked could help others setting up the same rack.