Recommended Trailer Hitch and Wiring for 2005 Toyota Sienna

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Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2 Item # 75278 Will this model fit on a 2005 Toyota Sienna?

asked by: Garnet

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Expert Reply:

I do have a great option for you, however the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver # 75278 referenced in your question will not fit your 2005 Toyota Sienna. This particular hitch is designed for certain model Pontiac, Chevy, and Buick vehicles and will not line up with the frame of your Sienna.

For your vehicle, I instead recommend the Draw-Tite Class III Max Frame # 75237. This Class III hitch is confirmed to fit your 2005 Toyota Sienna and will use existing holes in its frame for a no-drill installation. It will provide you with a 2 inch receiver opening and features a 4,500 pound towing capacity. You will also want to check the owner's manual for the vehicle's specific towing limits, as you will need to follow whichever capacity is lower (the vehicle's or the hitch's).

I have attached an installation video on a later model year Sienna that you can use for reference, along with the written instructions for you to check out.

If you plan on towing a trailer, you will also need to install a wiring harness. For this, I recommend the Tekonsha T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness # 118304. This custom harness will install by plugging into built-in ports located behind the driver and passenger side tail lights. This will give you a 4-Way connector at the rear bumper to connect with and power a trailer's basic signal lights.

I have included an installation video on your 2005 Sienna.

Lastly, you will need a ball mount and hitch ball to pull a trailer. I have attached a great article that explains how to choose the best one for your setup, along with a link that will take you to our available selection. I have attached a couple additional articles on trailer towing that you might also find helpful.

expert reply by: Chris R

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Answer 1

The Tekonsha T-One #118304 and Curt T-Connector #C55580 Vehicle Wiring Harnesses are very similar. These are both custom fit wiring harnesses that include a tail light converter, which is required for your 2007 Toyota Sienna because the brake and…

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Answer 2

A trailer wiring harness like #118304 for a 2008 Toyota Sienna is generally stored in the rear cargo area and then draped through the seam of the rear hatch, like you said, when in use. The hatch seal is padded enough to protect and not damage the…

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Answer 3

To wire your 2009 Toyota Sienna for towing, I'd recommend the Curt #C55580 wiring harness. I'll link you to an install video showing a similar wiring harness from another manufacturer being installed on a 2008 Sienna. The install procedure…

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Answer 4

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 5

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 6

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 7

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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Answer 8

Yes, we do. To add a hitch to your 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch item #C26VV. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Toyota with included hardware. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a…

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Answer 9

Class I and Class II hitches both have a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening. The difference is that a Class I hitch has a lower tongue weight rating, usually 200 pounds and a lower towing rating, usually 2,000 pounds. A Class II hitch usually has a tongue…

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Answer 10

I did some checking and the hub/drum we offer that will work for you is the part #8-430-5UC3. This uses the same bearings as the 8-415 and will be an exact fit aside from the fact this is a non-ABS setup and the 8-415 came in an ABS setup and non-ABS…

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Answer 11

As far as wiring for the 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander, we do have the Curt #C59236 available which is more of a universal hardwire harness. Unfortunately there are not any plug-and-play options that have been confirmed to fit as of yet (October 4,…

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Answer 12

Lance does have a proprietary plug, but many customers see a standard 6-way or 7-way round and notice it doesn't fit their factory 7-way as well. I've attached an article to help if you have one of the 7-way or 6-way round connectors which we…

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