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Today, on our 2013 Mazda CX-5, well be test fitting the Thule Apex Swing 4-Bike Carrier,
Part Number TH9027.Now, keep in mind this vehicle is equipped with a class two hitch
and well only be allowed to carry two bikes. But with this vehicle, you do have the option
of having a class three hitch to be able to carry four bikes on your carrier.To begin
our test fit, well slide the shank of the carrier into the opening of the hitch, line
up our pinholes, allow the integrated hitch pin to fall into place and turn the black
*** to engage the anti-rattle device securing our Thule Apex Swing to our Mazda CX-5.Now,
with the bike rack secured to our CX-5, well go over a few clearance measurements to see
how they fit together. We have about 13 inches of ground clearance. Closest part of the carrier
to the closest part of our CX-5 is here at the rear bumper about two inches away. With
the cradle arms folded down, weve added about 12 inches to the overall length of the vehicle.Well
now pull the gray lever at the top of the mast to swing the cradle arms out. With the
cradle arms out, weve added about 34 inches to the overall length
of
the vehicle.