Will the Thule Pulse XL interfere with the opening of the rear hatch door on my 2013 Toyota Highlander?
1158714
It all depends on where your roof rack crossbars are positioned and how far forward/aft you place the carrier.
1158715
It shouldn't, it's much shorter than some of the other Thule boxes. If placed properly on your roof rack it leaves enough clearance for my 2008 Honda Pilot and my friend used it on his Highlander and didn't say anything about having a problem. Hope that helps.
1158716
It most likely not interfere, as you can move the box forward and back quite a bit. (I would say at least 2 feet) If you move it too far forward it may overhang the windshield. If you measure the length of the Highlander you can confirm the fit.
1158717
Although I don't own a Highlander, we use the Pulse XL on our Chevrolet Traverse and it does not interfere with opening of the hatch. You can adjust the location of the Pulse by adjusting your cargo bars on the top of your vehicle however - there is sufficient space between the front of the luggage rack to the rear of the Pulse.
1158718
The box is on a 2010 Outback Limited wagon. There is plenty of clearance when placed properly on the roof rack. I do not think it will cause you a problem.
1158719
I had this on a 2013 vw jetta sportwagen and didn't have a problem. You just have to mount it forward enough to clear the open door. On the vw this didn't put the front of the cargo box forward of the windshield. You also need to consider clearance to any roof mounted GPS antenna and operable sunroofs (if they tilt up). Again, this wasn't a problem with the jetta, but was a consideration.
1162005
Honestly I wouldn't by it. Mines still in my box. But if it turns off every time he opens the door maybe the hood kill switch is grounding out when the car shakes. Or they wired it poorly, they might have used the door as the kill switch instead
60249
The best way to help you determine if it will fit your car is to look it up on Thule's website. Plug in your car and they'll show you what fits. The biggest fitment issues will be the length of your roof and how much of that is lost when you open the hatch. Other clearance issues will be directly associated with the type of crossbars used (if your car does not come with them), and if they provide sufficient clearance from other items such as any satellite radio antennas ('shark fin' XM/Sirius roof antennas), and your sunroof (which can accidentally open - and damage the sunroof) if so equipped.
1423541
That was my exact same situation but I have the coupe. Bought this alarm and now it works great. Keyless entry all day....
852114
I have a GMC Yukon and I am able to open the back hatch no problem. It is great, we love it!
548468
I can only spek for a Honda O. Which door swings up up. If the JK swings up I would deduce it would clear just fine.
2085399
Not an expert but the car is designed to operate with two fully charged struts not one. The strut prevents the weight of the tail gate from closing. I would not recommend only changing one. You don't want the door closing on someone. I have had that and ended up in hospital with a concussion!!
524826
My key worked without programming to my 08 RAV4, programming instruction you can find in utube. I don't know about the 2013 Highlander.
750589
I installed it on a 2008 Scion xB but I had a 1999 Lexus GS shift knob and that also fits my Scion. I believe all Toyota/Lexus/Scion have the same thread pitch for their automatic shift knobs. The issue you'll have is the height. My original xB shifter was a little bit taller compared to this TRD one but still not an issue. I don't see why it won't work for your Highlander. I suggest check the highlander forums to see if anyone has replaced theirs with a TRD one
29194
The back of the mount is completely open except for the legs and bottom where you attach it to the car window or dash. I don't think you would have any problems with the lens interfering
369500
Unfortunately it does interfere with the Highlander hatchback "fin", but not by much. With everything as forward as possible, the fin would just touch the skybox, eventually scratching the Toyota.
633955
I doubt it - it has not affected my 2012 Toyota's electronics. My understanding is that it senses disturbances in the magnetic field caused by the passage of large metal objects (vehicles). Its radio signal to the receiver should be nothing worse than any radio signals from things like walkie talkies and cell phones already in the environment.
1391657
Nope it does not interfere. This is installed on my wife's 2013 JGC Overland and no problems at all. In fact, it gives you a good reference as you back up!
344229
It would depend entirely on the level of your hitch. On my car, where the hitch is located just below the bumper, I have plenty of room to open the hatch on the back with the tray and cargo bag both in place. But if your hitch is located directly in the middle of your bumper like it is on some SUVs, then it might interfere. With the Armada, I think you will be totally fine.
2088725
I bought the Driver's side kit and am very pleased with it. I don't know why they sent me the question, but I found out that this is a common problem and GM want to sell you the whole door panel. I have no regrets about this purchase.
176409
I'm sorry I can't help. I bought it at a Xmas gift for my son but he found out from Toyota that if he installed this it would void his warranty so I returned it.
604707
On my 2014 with my Thule Atlantis 1600 it cleared the shark fin with the box pushed to the forward most postion. I left the bars at the recommended position. Hope that helps