Trailer Hitch and Wiring Recommendation for 2010 Toyota Highlander

Question:

Hi i have a 2010 highlander v6 4wheel dr no tow package i am looking to put on a trailer hitch and the associated wiring can you give me an estimate on the installation cost for the hitch and the wiring . Also the weight given for towing is between 2000-5000 how do i know if i can tow a 2500 lb car or a 5000lb car? what is the reason for such a big difference ..in weight thank you

asked by: Gerard

Expert Reply:

For a trailer hitch for your 2010 Toyota Highlander the Curt hitch part # 13534 is a confirmed fit and would work well. It would most likely take 1 shop hour to install if you paid someone to do it so you'd have to compare that to the shop rate for the mechanics in your area. For trailer wiring you'd then want the part # C56217 which is also a confirmed fit. It would probably add about 30 minutes to the install time.

There are a number of factors that contribute to towing capacity like engine size, rear end gear ratio, and braking strength etc. Only a Toyota dealer would be able to tell you what your towing capacity is if you are unsure.

If you wanted to do some towing you might be interested in 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 4 inch drop. It also includes a 1-7/8 inch ball, 2 inch ball, hitch pin with clip, and a storage bag.

If the ball mount kit does not include a ball mount with the right rise or drop to tow the trailer level, check out the link I have included that explains how to measure to choose a ball mount to tow the trailer level.

expert reply by: Jameson C