Hitch and Wiring Recommendation to Tow Trailer with a 2014 Toyota Highlander
Question:
What are the necessary components to add a trailer to a 2014 Toyota highlander? Does the electrical get attached to the hitch or is it a wire you pull down from inside the vehicle when you need it?
asked by: Carlos H
Helpful Expert Reply:
In order to tow a trailer with your 2014 Toyota Highlander you will need a hitch receiver, wiring to operate the taillights on the trailer, ball mount, hitch ball, pin and clip.
I am assuming that your Highlander is already equipped with a hitch but if not, you will need one like the etrailer Class 3 Receiver, # e98844. This hitch was specifically designed for the Highlander and bolts directly to the frame of your vehicle with no welding required.
If your vehicle did not come with the factory tow package, a 4-way connector at the back of your vehicle, you will need to install the Tow Ready Custom Fit T-One Wiring Harness, # 118449. Simply locate the vehicle’s 10-Pin tow plug underneath the dash on the driver’s side between the emergency brake pedal and the brake pedal, plug in the wiring harness and route the wires to the back of the vehicle. I have attached an installation video and instructions for you to check out.
To complete the towing set-up, you may still need a ball mount, hitch ball, pin and clip like part # C45030, # 63845, # 19260, and # PC3.
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1-7/8" Hitch Ball - 1" Diameter x 2-1/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 2,000 lbs
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- Trailer Hitch Ball
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- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 1-7/8 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-1/8 Inch Shank Length
- 1 Inch Diameter Shank
- 2000 lbs GTW
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2" Hitch Ball - 1" Diameter x 2-1/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 7,500 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
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Curt Ball Mount for 2" Hitches - 1" Rise, 2-1/4" Drop - 7-5/8" Long - 7,500 lbs
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- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
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etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"
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T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
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