What is the purpose of the Tow Hook on a 2013 Toyota RAV4

Question:

I understand you need to remove the tow hook when installing this tow hitch and it will not be reinstalled. What is it there for, and purpose? for towing the vehicle? If so, not having it there will create problems if I need to be towed? thanks

asked by: Michael P

Expert Reply:

The tie down bracket that gets removed from your 2013 Toyota RAV4 is there because that is one place they secure the vehicle while it is in transit on a car hauler from the factory to the dealer. It does not really serve any other purpose and if a tie down point was needed the hitch could be used instead.

I have included a link to a video showing a typical installation of this hitch as well as a link to the instructions both to the right.

If you plan on doing some towing I recommend the etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts, 2 balls, a hitch pin with clip, and a storage bag. For trailer wiring you can use # 118578. I have linked instructions and an installation video for the wiring as well.

expert reply by: Michael H