Factory Trailer Wiring Harness Connection Point on a 2001 Toyota Highlander

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supposibly the 2001 toyota highlander has the trailor light harness somewhere underneath rear of car i cant seem to locate it can you heip

asked by: Alan E

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If your 2001 Toyota Highlander came with a factory tow package then there is a connection underneath. But if it did not come with a tow package the connector will either A) not be there or B) not be functional.

On vehicles that have the connector it is located behind the rear bumper. On some, it is located behind the bumper and inside of a plastic box. Take a look at the instructions I have linked for harness # 118245 which should help you locate the harness if it is present on the vehicle.

If you do not have a factory tow package then you will need a different harness that plugs in line with the vehicle tail light wiring, # 118413. I have included a link to the instructions for this harness and a link to a video showing a typical installation for you.

If you then need to install a 7-Way trailer connector I recommend # ETBC7. It will provide the 7-Way and all of the wiring to install a brake controller should you need one. For a brake controller I recommend the P2 # 90885 because it is easy to set up and easy to use. I have included an additional link explaining the ETBC7 installation.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Answer 1

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 2

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 3

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 4

For some reason Toyota isn't very forthcoming with how to figure out if you have the tow package or not. From my understanding all of the V6 models of the 2019 Toyota Highlander have the tow package but it isn't specified as to what else…

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Answer 5

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 6

I would be happy to help you set up your 2022 Toyota Highlander to haul your new travel trailer. The wiring harness you currently have controls your trailer's lighting functions only. You do not need to rewire your Toyota you just need another…

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Answer 7

Since your 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander doesn't come with the factory tow package you need the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness #C79VV. The module plugs into that 10-Pin connector you found under the cup holder and then the 4-Way harness…

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Answer 8

If you have a vehicle specific wiring harness for a brake controller then that would indicate that you have a factory tow package and subsequently would already have a 7-way at the back of your vehicle. The universal 7-way connector #ETBC7 is meant…

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Answer 9

I have attached a picture below of the Curt Hitch item #C26VV installed on a 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander. I really like this hitch because the crosstube installs behind the rear bumper leaving only the 2" receiver exposed. The Curt Hitch item…

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