Expert Answers about Toyota Venza

• Does Curt Trailer Wiring for 2022 Toyota Venza Relocate Hands Free Liftgate Sensor
• The Curt trailer wiring kit part # C57ER that you referenced that fits your 2022 Toyota Venza does not relocate the sensor for the hands free liftgate of your vehicle. We do not offer kits like this for any vehicles but with a hitch installed on your vehicle like the Curt # C89UR you'd just need to kick to either side of the hitch to activate the liftgate.
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• How to Assemble the Boat Buckle Kwik-Lok Transom Tie-Down Straps # IMF13111
• That is an excellent question and one that I am sure many people have regarding their tie-down straps. Quite often people buy tie-down straps and use them maybe a handful of times throughout the year. If something goes wrong and they need to replace, or in your case clean, the straps, it can be tricky trying to reassemble them. Especially since there are many different methods. I had some of these straps in stock so I pulled a set and made a video for you. Unfortunately Boat Buckle does...
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• Parts Needed to Install 7-Way and Brake Controller on 2021 Toyota Venza
• We can easily help with trailer wiring that fits your 2021 Toyota Venza to control the trailer lighting and brakes but you have to install a 4-way first like with the custom fit # C57ER, convert it to a 7-way with an adapter so that you can then wire in a brake controller. For a brake controller I really like the Curt Echo Mobile part # C51180 which once plugged into an active 7-way and synced to a smart phone is ready to tow with. So then for a 7-way adapter you'd just need the # ETBC7L...
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• Where Does the Tekonsha P-3 Brake Controller Mount on a 2012 Toyota Venza
• You can mount the Tekonsha P-3 Brake Controller, # 90195, where ever you have room in the cab of your 2012 Toyota Venza. Two things to keep in mind when mounting the brake controller are to have the back of the brake controller pointing in the direction of travel when it is mounted and that it has a 180 degree vertical plane operating range. This means it can be mounted between -90 degree (straight down) and 90 degree (straight up). Most customers end up mounting the brake controller...
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• Smaller Kuat Hitch Pin for 2 Inch Bike Racks
• It seems odd, but the reason Kuat recommends using their 1/2 inch pin, # HL2, with their 2 inch bike racks is because a larger pin will interfere with the anti-rattle system in the bike rack's shank. To eliminate the movement of the pin, you can pull the rack backwards before tightening the anti-rattle system, while the hitch pin is installed, then tighten the anti-rattle knob down. This will sandwich that pin between the rack and the hitch keeping it from rattling around. The anti-rattle...
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• Installation Process for 4-Pole Trailer Wiring Harness 118482 in 2009 Toyota Venza
• Yes, the installation process for wiring harness # 118482 (or either of the other options shown on the linked page) in your 2009 Toyota Venza will be essentially identical to that shown in the video for a 2011 model year. Both are part of the same vehicle generation. A helpful article is linked for you.
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• Tips for Routing a Trailer Wiring Harness Power Wire through the Firewall on a 2010 Toyota Venza
• When going through the firewall, there may be an existing wire bundle going through a grommet that you can use to reach the engine compartment on your 2010 Toyota Venza. If you cannot find a suitable factory location to route the wire, you may find that you will need to drill through the firewall. If you do have to drill, use caution not to drill through any components on the other side. Once you have the wire in the engine compartment, route it over to the vehicle battery. Make sure to...
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• How To Install Tekonsha Prodigy P-3 Brake Controller # 90195 on a 2011 Toyota Venza
• To install the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 brake controller, part # 90195 on your 2011 Toyota Venza, you will need to hard wire using brake controller 7 a 4-Way installation kit, part # ETBC7. The power for the brake controller will come directly from the vehicle battery. The Prodigy P-3 will go into a sleep mode after several minutes of no activity. The power draw while in this sleep mode is so small that it is not enough to discharge your battery. This # ETBC7 kit will need to plug into a 4-Way...
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• Draw-Tite 75663 Install Process for Local Mechanics or Shops
• We don't have any specific recommendations for an installer in your area. Any local mechanic or auto shop with a decent reputation will be able to handle this install with no problem. It helps that this install is one of our easier ones (it's rated a 3 out of 10 difficulty) and can be done in 30 minutes. I attached the install instructions of the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver # 75663 and the install video below. All this should help you get a more accurate quote from your...
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• Connecting the Power Wire for a Trailer Wiring Harness on a 2011 Toyota Venza
• The power wire on the Tow Ready Trailer Wiring Harness, # 118482, for the 2011 Toyota Venza, has only been tested and approved for attachment to the vehicle battery. The wiring harness is rated for the following: Max. stop/turn light: 1 per side (2.1 amps) Max. tail lights: (5.6 amps) I have included a link to the installation details and a link to a video showing a typical installation for you.
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• How to Run the Power Wire on a T-Harness Part 118482 for a 2009 Toyota Venza
• You do need to run the wire up front and connect to the battery. There is not a suitable power source at the rear. You can run the wire underneath the carpet and trim moldings up to the firewall then into the engine bay, but this does require removing and re-installing a lot of interior trim pieces. The most conventional way to to this is to run the power wire along the vehicle frame and up into the engine bay. Make sure to avoid hot exhaust components or moving parts that can pinch...
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• Troubleshooting Hitch Bolts That Wont Thread Into Weld Nuts on 2012 Toyota Venza
• If you haven't already, I would recommend taking a nylon brush and some spray lubricant like the LubriMatic # L11474 and clean out the weld nut holes on your Curt # C12341 hitch. There could be some built up rust, dirt or other debris that is clogging up the holes and keeping you from getting them into the holes-these should thread by hand at the start. If you've already tried this step, please let me know and I can recommend some alternative steps.
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• Will Hands-Free Power Liftgate of 2021 Toyota Venza Still Function with Curt Hitch Installed
• Once the Curt hitch part # C89UR is installed on your 2021 Toyota Venza the hands free liftgate will still function but the area will be reduced where it would function where you would kick your foot. What that means is that you'd have to kick to either side of the hitch. Once we have opportunity to install the hitch I am sure we'll verify this as well.
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• How Does Thule Hullavator Kayak Carrier Install on Thule Aeroblade Crossbars
• We don't have a video that shows the Thule Hullavator # TH898 being installed on a set of Thule Aeroblade crossbars but I can describe to you the process. I also attached pictures that I took from the install instructions that show how it attaches as well. Basically you would remove the wind diffuser on the top of the Aeroblade bar so that you could cut out sections for the install of the square nut that installs in the channel that provides the attachment point for the rack. (see the...
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• Can I Carry My Trek Verve +3 Lowstep On Yakima OnRamp
• You will have no problems transporting your Trek Verve +3 Lowstep on the Yakima OnRamp Bike Rack for 2 Electric Bikes - 2" Hitches - Frame Mount, part # Y36FR. You will be able to clamp either the frame or seat post of this e-bike. As long as your 2021 Toyota Venza has a 2" trailer hitch, you will be fine. I have included a video review link below.
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• How Does Brake Controller Install in 2009 Toyota Venza
• Your 2009 Toyota Venza does not come with factory brake controller wiring so you'd have to hardwire in the controller. You will need to start with a 4-way (if you do not have one). For that you would want the # 118482. From there you would need to convert the 4-way to a 7-way so that you can install the brake controller. For that you will want the Brake Controller Install Kit and 7-Way Adapter part # ETBC7. I attached installation instructions and an install video for this product as...
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• What is the Purpose of Using a Stabilizer Strap on a Curt Hitch with a Bike Rack
• Any time you use a bike rack or a hitch mounted carrier you will want to use a support strap like the Curt Stabilizer Strap # 18050, failure to do so could cause damage to the hitch and would void the warranty for the hitch also. The strap will provide extra support for the hitch and will help to reduce the amount of vertical shock that the bike rack would put on the hitch when going over bumps. Check out the video I attached that shows how the strap would attach from a typical bike rack...
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• How to Route the Power Wire of a Powered Taillight Converter
• This is a pretty common question we get. So common in fact, we made an FAQ article that covers all the different options for routing the power wire of a powered taillight converter like the part # C56079. I attached it to the right for you to check out.
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• Are Spacer Blocks Included with Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # 13356 for 2011 Toyota Venza
• Yes, the spacer blocks are included in the hardware that comes with the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver, # 13356, for the 2011 Toyota Venza. I have attached a picture of the installation hardware for you.
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• Does Exhaust have to be Lowered to Install Curt Trailer Hitch on a 2012 Toyota Venza All-Wheel Drive
• According to the instructions for Curt hitch # 13356, linked for reference, lowering of the exhaust is required on all models. And on AWD models you also have to disconnect the sway bar brackets like you said. It might be possible to angle the hitch in without lowering the exhaust but it would be difficult. If you plan on doing some towing I recommend etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop and one with a 2-3/4 inch rise or...
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