Does Installing the Draw-Tite 75586 on a 2013 Toyota Highlander SE Require Mud Guard Removal

Question:

Does Item # 75586 require the mud guards to be permanently removed? Toyota Highlander 2013 SE. Thanks!

asked by: Jay

Expert Reply:

No. Installing a hitch like the Draw-Tite # 75586 does not require the removal of the mud flaps on your 2013 Toyota Highlander SE. This hitch installs without any drilling required but trimming or removal of underbody panel may be required for installation.

If you're going to be towing with this hitch you'll also need a wiring harness, ball mount, hitch ball, hitch pin and clip. For wiring, I recommend using the Tekonsha T-One # 118449 because of the reliability of the powered converters on Tekonsha products. This is a plug and play harness, so it will be easy to install.

To complete your towing setup I recommend using the etrailer Ball Mount Kit for 2" Hitches - 3/4" Rise or 2" Drop - 7,500 lbs # 989891, which comes with both a 1-7/8" and 2" hitch ball that will allow you to tow trailers with either coupler size. It also comes with a hitch pin, clip and storage bag to keep everything in when it's not in use.

I've linked some review and installation videos of these parts for you to have a look at, as well as provided a link to all of the bike racks we have that would fit in the event that you're just using the hitch to carry bikes.

expert reply by: Erik B