Does Appearance Panel that gets Removed to Install a Hitch on a 2016 Toyota RAV4 Serve Purpose

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I am looking to install a 2inch hitch without wire harness. I see that the appearance cover on the drivers side has to be removed. What purpose does it serve? Im concerned about voiding my vehicle warranty. Thanks!

asked by: Eilene

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For your 2016 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid the etrailer hitch part # e98864 is a confirmed fit and would work well. With the appearance panel you have the choice of removing it all together or trimming it to allow the hitch fit.

It really serves no other purpose than to make the underside of the vehicle look a bit "cleaner". Some argue that it's smooths out the aerodynamics of the underside of the vehicle which can help with fuel mileage, but there hasn't been any type of fuel mileage loss ever reported when removed.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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The etrailer Class III Hitch Receiver Hitch #e98864 referenced in your question is confirmed to fit your 2016 Toyota RAV4. For the 2016 (to current) model years of the RAV4, there is actually a unique series of installation steps that deal…

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For your 2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, I recommend the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" #e98864. This hitch will not require you to trim any visible parts like fascia, but may require trimming or removal of underbody…

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Answer 3

When we installed the Draw Tite hitch part #e98864 you referenced on a similar 2007 Toyota RAV4 we found that from the center of the hitch pin out to the furthest point out on the rear spare measured 7 inches. So basically, as long as your bike rack…

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The etrailer.com Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98864 referenced in your question is confirmed to fit the Adventure sub model of your 2018 Toyota RAV4. The hitch is designed so that the receiver portion will sit just below the rear bumper and won't…

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When it comes to the towing capacity for a vehicle the manufacturer is the final authority. You can check the owners manual or directly with a dealer and that's what has to be gone by otherwise the warranty of the vehicle would be voided. We…

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There are a couple key differences between the round tube Curt #C13149 and the square tube Curt #C13406, but from what I could find out, the maximum towing capacity of a 2016 RAV4 is 1,500 pounds, which will make the tongue weight capacity 150 pounds…

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Yep, so long as your 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness is not a hybrid both the Curt and etrailer hitches will fit: - Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13382 - etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98912 The only difference besides price is the finish; the…

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For your 2016 Toyota Rav4 the etrailer hitch part #e98864 would be your best choice for a hitch for carrying your Yakima DoubleDown. This hitch will fit well and work great with the bike rack plus has the best price so it's the hands-down best…

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Answer 9

The most ground clearance offered with a trailer hitch for a 2015 Toyota RAV4 is the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C13406. This hitch has a hidden design so the receiver tube will be tucked up under the bumper as close as possible giving you the…

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Answer 10

The best trailer hitch to use with a 2 inch bike rack on your 2018 Toyota RAV4 is the etrailer Class III Round Tube Receiver Hitch #e98864. This hitch features a great capacity for your vehicle and also has a great hitch pin hole to bumper clearance…

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The first thing you will need is a trailer hitch on your 2016 RAV4. I recommend the etrailer Trailer Hitch, part #e98864. This is a Class lll trailer hitch and it has a 2-inch receiver opening. I have attached a link to an installation video for this…

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Answer 12

For your 2017 Toyota RAV4 the etrailer hitch part #e98864 is a confirmed fit and will be your best option. This is a Class III hitch with a 2 inch opening that will have plenty of capacity and will work great. I attached an install video for this…

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