Does the etrailer Trailer Hitch Installation Require Lowering Exhaust on 2019 Toyota RAV4 XLE
Question:
Does this hitch require that the exhaust be dropped on the passenger side. Or is there any issue getting the bolts installed? 2019 Rav4 xle.
asked by: Patrick K
Expert Reply:
The etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e23ZR does not require lowering/dropping the exhaust for installation. Your exhaust will remain in place and you will be able to work around it for the bolt-on installation. This is a custom fit, Class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a matte black finish and is made in the USA.
For wiring, the Curt Wiring Harness # C56434 you were looking at is the most reliable and what I would recommend. This plugs into existing wiring giving you a 4-way connection to power your trailer's signal lights.
For a complete towing setup you will also need a ball mount. Check out the etrailer Ball Mount Kit # 989900. This kit has two ball mounts, one with a 3/4" rise or 2" drop and the other with a 2-3/4" rise or 4" drop. It also comes with a 1-7/8" and 2" ball, as well as a ball mount bag to store everything in.
I have attached an installation video of the hitch on a 2021 RAV4 XLE for your reference.
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etrailer Ball Mount Kit for 2" Hitches - 7,500 lbs
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- Two Balls
- Steel Ball
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 2 Inch
- Drop - 4 Inch
- Rise - 1 Inch
- Rise - 3 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 7500 lbs GTW
- Class III
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Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
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- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 600 lbs TW
- 4000 lbs GTW
- 4000 lbs WD GTW
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- 600 lbs WD TW
- Concealed Cross Tube
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