Glacier Cable Snow Tire Chains Review - 2013 Toyota Highlander
Today on our 2013 Toyota Highlander well be test fitting the Glacier Cable Snow Tire Chains for light trucks, part number pw2029c. Well be test fitting these tire chains on tire size 245/55-19. Now this vehicle is primarily rear wheel drive so we will be installing the tire chains on the back set of tires. To begin our test fit well lay the chains flat out on the ground to undo any kinks or tangles. This will ensure that the tire chain will fit correctly around the tire. Well now drape the tire chain over the tire making sure the tire chain is centered and the hooks of the tire chain are facing out so that we dont damage the outer wall of the tire.
Trailer Brake Controller Installation - 2013 Toyota Highlander
Today on our 2013 Toyota Highlander, well be installing the Tekonsha Primus IQ Trailer Brake Control, part number TK90160. Note this vehicle is already equip with an ETBC7 Brake Controller Install Kit so well just need to hardwire in our brake controller, mount it, and were ready to go. Well first start with mounting our brake controller. Well take the brake controller bracket and the hardware provided and attach it here to the kick panel. Then we can take our four-pole plug provided with the brake controller and the red wire coming off our four-pole plug that will get attached to the brake switch signal. For this application the brake switch signal will be the blue wire coming from the brake switch.
Trailer Brake Controller Installation - 2013 Toyota Highlander
Today on our 2013 Toyota Highlander we'll be installing the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 brake controller, part number 90195. We'll also be using the ETBC7 brake control install kit, part number ETBC7. The first step of our install will be taking the previously installed four pole connector at the back of the vehicle and routing it outside. To do this we'll need to open up the rear cargo door to gain access to the four pole. Then we'll remove the drivers side lower storage compartment and necessary panels to access it. This will allow us to reroute the four pole connector outside the grommet you can see here.
WeatherTech Front Floor Liners Review - 2005 Toyota Highlander
Today, on our 2005 Toyota Highlander, we'll be installing the Weather Tech floor liners in the front row. Part number WT460391, gray in color. First, we'll go ahead and remove the older manufacturer's floor mats, and now we're ready to install the Weather Tech floor liners. Weather Tech floor liners are custom molded to precisely fit the vehicle and stay in place. The shape, channels, and molding all work to keep dirt and debri contained in the liner and off of the carpeting. As you can see here, it's got the custom molding to go around the manufacturer's hold down points.
Trailer Wiring Harness Installation - 2005 Toyota Highlander
Today on our 2005 Toyota Highlander we'll be installing the Tow-Ready T1 vehicle wiring harness, part number 118413. First we'll need to go ahead and remove the access panels on both sides. We'll go ahead and sit those aside. Then we'll remove the center cargo tray. Now on most applications they'll be push pin fasteners that will need to be removed, however for this application they're missing. We'll go ahead and remove the center cargo tray.
Trailer Hitch Installation - 2005 Toyota Highlander - Hidden Hitch
Today on our 2005 Toyota Highlander, well be installing Hidden Hitch, part number 70778. This is what our hitch will look like once its installed. Next well go ahead and give you a couple measurements to assist you with selecting accessories for your new hitch. From the center of the hitch pinhole to the outermost edge of the bumper is one inch. From the top of the inside of the receiver tube opening to the ground is 14-1/4 inches. This will assist you selecting accessories such as a ball mount, bike rack or cargo carrier. Now lets go ahead with the installation.
Trailer Hitch Installation - 2005 Toyota Highlander - Curt
Today on our 2005 Toyota Highlander, we'll be installing the Curt hitch, part number 13530. This is what our hitch will look like once it's installed. Next, we'll go ahead and give you a couple measurements to assist you with selecting accessories for your new hitch. From the center of the hitch pinhole to the outer most edge of the bumper, it's 2 inches. To the top of the insider receiver tube opening to the ground is 13 inches. This will assist you with selecting accessories such as a ball mount, bike rack, or cargo carrier.
Husky Cargo Floor Liner Review - 2012 Toyota Highlander
Today, on our 2012 Toyota Highlander well be test fitting the Husky Floor Liner in the rear cargo area part number hl25883, tan in color. When applicable well go ahead and remove the old or manufactures cargo mat and now were ready to install the Husky Floor Liner.Husky floor liners are custom molded to precisely fit the vehicle and stay in place. The shape, channels and moldings all work to keep dirt and debris contained in the liner and off of the carpeting. As you can see, they have the extended, raised outer lip to really contain that dirt and debris. Additionally, theyre custom molded to fit around all of the interior trim panels and have a total of five cut outs, four for the cargo hooks and one for the third row seating fold down handles. One more great feature about the Husky Floor Liner is its easy to install and can also easily be removed and cleaned and washed with soap and water.
Trailer Wiring Harness Installation - 2006 Toyota Highlander
Today, on our 2006 Toyota Highlander, we'll be installing the Tow Ready T-OneVehicle Wiring Harness with 4 Pole Trailer Connector, part number 118413.First, before we install our Tow Ready harness, we'll need to access themanufacturers wiring. So, we'll start by opening up the rear cargo door and removingthe rear cargo mat. Then we'll remove the corner covers for the rear storagecompartments and lift up the center compartment. Now, we'll remove the two pushpinfasteners, securing the center section in place. Here we'll be using an interior trimpanel tool, but you can also use a flat bladed screwdriver. Now, with the two fastenersremoved, we'll go ahead and pull the tray up out of the way and set it aside forreinstallation later.
Trailer Hitch Installation - 2003 Toyota Highlander - Curt
Today on this 2003 Toyota Highlander were going to install part number C13429 from Curt. Now this is what the hitch looks like when its installed on a vehicle. Next well go ahead and give you some measurements to help you out in selecting some accessories such as a ball mount, a bicycle rack, or a cargo carrier. From the top of the receiver opening down to the ground will be 15 and three-quarter inches. From the center of the hitch pin hole to the edge of the bumper will be five and a half inches. Now Ill go ahead and show you how the hitch is installed.
Trailer Hitch Installation - 2003 Toyota Highlander - Draw-Tite
Today on this 2003 Toyota Highlander were going to install part number 41541 from Draw Tite. Now this is what the hitch looks like when its installed on a vehicle. Next well give you some measurements thatll help you out in selecting some accessories such as the ball mount, a bicycle rack, or cargo carrier. From the top of the receiver opening down to the ground will be 15 and a quarter inches. From the center of the hitch pin hole to the outside edge of the bumper will be five and three-quarter inches. Now Ill go ahead and show you how the hitch is installed.
Trailer Hitch Installation - 2003 Toyota Highlander - Draw-Tite
Today on this 2003 Toyota Highlander were going to install part number 36271 from Draw Tite. Now this is what the hitch looks like when its installed on a vehicle. Next well go ahead and give you some measurements to help you out in selecting some accessories such as cargo carrier or a bicycle rack. From the center of the hitch pin hole to the edge of the bumper is going to be five and a half inches. From the top of the receiver opening down to the ground will be 15 and a quarter inches. Now Ill go ahead and show you how the hitch is installed.
Thule XG12 Pro Snow Tire Chains Review - 2012 Toyota Highlander
Today on our 2012 Toyota Highlander with tire size P245-65-R17s well be installing the Thule XG12 Pro tire chains, part number TH01594250. To begin our installation well lay the chains out on the floor and get out any tangles or twist within the chains. Well then take the blue cable and slide it from the read, behind the tire, toward the front of the vehicle. We can then grab the cable on both ends and bring it up towards the top of the tire where well connect it together. Well then allow the blue cable to fall behind on the inside of the tire. Well take the chains and drape them over the tire chain making sure they stay centered.
Glacier Cable Snow Tire Chains Review - 2012 Toyota Highlander
Today on our 2012 Toyota Highlander with tire size P245-65-R17s. Well be installing the glacier tire chains part number PW3010C. Their easy to install and comply with all DOT. Now youll notice these chains do come with a yellow tab indicating the side as well as the direction of the chain. Well go ahead and sit our chains in place over the top of the tire. Youll want to make sure that the cable attachments are on the bottom side of the tire.
Glacier Cable Snow Tire Chains Review - 2012 Toyota Highlander
Today on our 2012 Toyota Highlander with tire size P245-65-R17s well be installing glacier tire chains, part number PW1046. Before we began our installation well need to be sure were placing the chains correctly. Youll notice that each side chain is marked with the words tire side. Well need to make sure that this faces the tire. With that done we can then take the center of the chain and drape it over the top of our tire here at 12 oclock. On the inside of the tire here well need to connect the chains together.
Trailer Wiring Harness Installation - 2006 Toyota Highlander
Today on this 2006 Toyota Highlander, we're going to install part number 118248from Tow Ready. The first step is to go ahead and remove the interior panels to get toour wiring harness. We'll have to remove the access panels, the threshold, and trunk floorpanels and trays. We'll go ahead and locate the port on the driver's side. Somevehicles have a cap. We'll remove the cap if necessary, and then we'll go ahead andinstall the T1 wiring harness.
Trailer Hitch Installation - 2006 Toyota Highlander - Draw-Tite
Today, on this 2006 Toyota Highlander, were going to install part number 75153 from Draw Tite. This is what the hitch looks like when its installed on the vehicle. Next, well go ahead and give you some measurements thatll help you out in selecting some accessories such as a ball mount, bicycle rack, or a cargo carrier. From the top of the receiver opening down to the ground is going to be 15 inches and from the edge of the hitch pin hole to the edge of the bumper is going to be about 1 1/4 inches.Now, Ill go ahead and show you how the hitch is installed. Our first step is to go ahead and remove the tie down brackets that are located at the bottom of the frame. Then, well go ahead and remove a plug thats protecting the threads further down the frame.
Trailer Hitch Installation - 2006 Toyota Highlander - Hidden Hitch
Today, on this 2006 Toyota Highlander, were going to install part number 70778 from Hidden Hitch. This is what the hitch will look like when its installed on the vehicle. Next, well go ahead and give you some measurements thatll help you out in selecting some accessories such as a ball mount, bicycle rack, or a cargo carrier. From the top of the receiver opening down to the ground is going to be 15 inches and from the edges of the hitch pin hole to the edge of the bumper is going to be about 1 .Now, Ill go ahead and show you how the hitch is installed. Our first step is to go ahead and remove the tie down brackets that are located at the bottom of the frame. Then, well go ahead and remove a plug thats protecting the threads further down the frame.
Trailer Hitch Installation - 2006 Toyota Highlander - Curt
Today, on this 2006 Toyota Highlander, were going to install part number 13530 from Curt. This is what the hitch looks like when its installed on the vehicle. Next, well give you some measurements thatll help you out in selecting accessories such as a ball mount, bicycle rack, or a cargo carrier. From the top of the receiver opening down to the ground is going to be 15 inches and from the center of the hitch pin hole to the edge of the bumper is going to be 2 inches.Now, Ill go ahead and show you how the hitch is installed. Our first step is to go ahead and remove the tie down brackets that are located at the bottom of the frame. Then, well go ahead and remove a plug that is protecting the threads further down the frame.
Yakima StickUp 2 Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2012 Toyota Highlander
Today on our 2012 Toyota Highlander, well be test-fitting the Yakima Stickup 2 hitch mountain bike carrier, part number Y02420 To mount our carrier to the vehicle, well insert the shank of the carrier into the receiver tube of the hitch. Well line up the hitch pinholes, thread in our anti-rattle bolt, and tighten it down using a wrench. Next, well go over a couple of clearance measurements. We have about 12-1/2 inches of ground clearance and 4 inches of clearance between the closest part of the carrier and the closest part of the vehicle. Overall, weve added about 12 inches of length to the rear of the vehicle with the carrier folded up. Now, well fold the bike rack down flat to make sure we can still open our cargo door and access the area even with the bike rack installed.
Yakima SwingDaddy 4 Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2012 Toyota Highlander
Today on our 2012 Toyota Highlander, well be test fitting the Yakima Swingdaddy 4 Hitch-Mounted Bike Carrier, part number Y02422. To mount our carrier to our vehicle, well insert the shank of the carrier into the receiver tube of the hitch. Well end up our hitch pinholes, thread in our anti-rattle bolt, and tighten it down with a wrench. Next well go over a handful of clearance measurements. We have got about 12 inches of ground clearance, and 5-1/2 inches of clearance between the closest part of the carrier and the closest part of the vehicle. Overall, weve added about 15 inches of length to the rear of the vehicle with the arms folded down.
Yakima RocketBox Pro 11 Rooftop Cargo Box Review - 2012 Toyota Highlander
Today on our 2012 Toyota Highlander, well be test fitting the Yakima Rocketbox Pro 11 Roof-Mounted Cargo Box, part number Y07193. We already have a roof rack installed on our Highlander, so we can mount the box directly to our crossbars. Well take the box and set it up on top of our crossbars. We do want to make sure that we position it evenly from left to right. Then, well fit the clamps around our crossbars and then open each side of the box to tighten the clamps down. Inside, there are two knobs on each clamp, a black knob which when loosen will allow you to slide the clamp assembly from forward to backward and a red knob which will close the clamp around the crossbars.
Yakima RocketBox Pro 14 Rooftop Cargo Box Review - 2012 Toyota Highlander
Today on our 2012 Toyota Highlander, were going to be test fitting the Yakima Rocketbox Pro 14 Roof-Mounted Cargo Box, part number Y07192. Now, our Highlander is already equipped with a roof rack and were ready to fit the Rocketbox Pro to it. Well take the box and set it up on top of our crossbars. We do want to make sure that its centered from left to right. Well fit the clamps over our crossbars then well open each side of the box to tighten them down. The black knobs on the clamps allow them to slide when loosen, and the red knobs are what will close the claw around the crossbar.
Yakima Holdup Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2012 Toyota Highlander
Today we have a 2012 Toyota Highlander, and well be test fitting the Yakima Holdup 2 Hitch-Mounted Bike Carrier, part number Y02433. To mount the carrier to our vehicle, well insert the shank of the carrier into the receiver tube of our hitch. Well line up the hitch pinhole, thread in our anti-rattle bolt, and tighten it down with a wrench. Finally, well secure the lock on the other end. Next, we want to go over a handful of clearance measurements. Weve got about 12 inches of ground clearance and about 6 inches of clearance between the closest part of the carrier and the closest part of the vehicle.
Thule Apex 4 Swing Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2012 Toyota Highlander
Today on this 2012 Toyota Highlander, well be test fitting the Thule Apex Swing Hitch-Mounted Bike Carrier, part number TH9027. To mount this carrier to our vehicle, well hold open the automatic hitch pin. Well fit the shank into the receiver tube and let the hitch pin close in our hitch pin hole. Then well use the hand knob to tighten the anti-rattle device. Next, well go over a handful of clearance measurements. Weve got about 13 inches of ground clearance, 6 inches of clearance between the closest part of the vehicle and the closest part of the carrier, and overall, weve added about 16 inches of length to the rear or our vehicle with the bike rack arms folded down.
Softride Dura Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2012 Toyota Highlander
Today, on our 2012 Toyota Highlander, well be test fitting the Softride Dura Parallelogram Tilting Bike Carrier, part number SR26247. To mount our carrier to our vehicle, well insert the shank of the carrier into the receiver tube of the hitch. Well line up the hitch pinhole, thread in our anti-rattle locking bolt and tighten it down using a wrench. Then well fit the lock over the end. Next, well go over a couple of clearance measurements. Weve got about 12 inches of ground clearance, 8 inches of clearance between the closest part of the carrier and the closest part of the vehicle, and with the arms of the bike rack mounted, weve added about 37 inches of length to the rear of the vehicle.
Rhino Rack Roof Rack Installation - 2012 Toyota Highlander
Today on our 2012 Toyota Highlander well be test fitting a Rhino Rack Roof Rack System. Well be using the bars part number DA1375 and the fit kit part number DK138. You can also use the black bars which are part number DA1375B. Weve already got a roof rack system assembled according to the instructions so now were ready to mount it up on top of our vehicle. Well take the front crossbar assembly and set it up on top of our roof. Well need to measure 150 mm from the center of the gap between the doors to the center of our crossbars line.
Curt Folding Hitch Cargo Carrier Review - 2012 Toyota Highlander
Today on our 2012 Toyota Highlander, we'll be test fitting the Curt 24-inch by 60-inch Folding Cargo Carrier, part number C18132. To mount the carrier to our vehicle, we'll insert the shank of the carrier into the receiver tube of the hitch. We'll line up our hitch pin holes and then secure the carrier with a pen and clip. Next, we'll go over a handful of clearance measurements while we have the carrier folded upright. We've got about 12 inches of ground clearance from the joint of the bike rack. We've got about 2-1/2 inches of clearance between the closest part of the carrier and the closest part of the when folded up.
Curt 20x60 Folding Aluminum Cargo Carrier Review - 2012 Toyota Highlander
Today on our 2012 Toyota Highlander, we'll be test fitting the Curt 20-inch by 60-inch Folding Aluminum Cargo Carrier, part number C18100. To mount our carrier to the vehicle, we'll insert the shank of the carrier into the receiver tube of the hitch. Line up the hitch pin holes and then secure with a pen and clip. Next, we'll go over a couple of clearance measurements while we still have the carrier folded up. We've got about 10-1/2 inches of ground clearance from the bottom of the joint. We've got about 3 inches of clearance from the closest part of the vehicle to the closest part of the carrier when it's folded up, and overall we've added about 9 inches of length to the rear of the vehicle with the cargo carrier folded up.
Curt Hitch Cargo Carrier Review - 2012 Toyota Highlander
Today on our 2012 Toyota Highlander well be test fitting the Curt 20 inch by 48 inch Cargo Carrier part number C18145. To mount our carrier to the vehicle well insert the shank of the carrier into the receiver tube of the hitch. Well line up our hitch pin holes, feed our anti rattle bolt through and tighten it down using a wrench. Next, well go over a handful of clearance measurements. Weve got about 12-1/2 inches of ground clearance at the back of the carrier and about 5-1/2 inches of space between the closest part of the carrier and the closest part of the vehicle. Weve got about 13 inches of clearance between the closest part of the carrier and our exhaust tip so keep this in mind when loading it up as you may experience some heat transfer.
Yakima HighLite 2 Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2012 Toyota Highlander
Today on our 2012 Toyota Highlander, we'll be test fitting the Yakima HighLite Aluminum 2 Bike Carrier, part number Y02438. To mount the carrier to our vehicle, we'll insert the shank of the carrier into the receiver tube of the hitch. We'll line up the hitch pin holes and insert our safety pin then we'll use the hand knob at the base of the rack to tighten up the anti-rattle device. Next, we'll go over a handful of clearance measurements. We've got about 11-1/2 inches of ground clearance, 8 inches of clearance between the closest part of the carrier and the closest part of the vehicle, and, overall, we've added about 14 inches of length to the rear of our vehicle with the bike rack arms folded down. Now, we also want to check for rear vehicle access.
Thule Vertex 4 Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2012 Toyota Highlander
Today on our 2012 Toyota Highlander, we'll be test fitting the Thule Vertex 4 Hitch Mounted Bike Carrier, part number TH9029. To mount our carrier to the vehicle, we'll insert the shank of the carrier into the receiver tube of our hitch. We'll line up our hitch pin hole, feed in our anti-rattle bolt and tighten it down using a wrench. Once we've done that, we'll go over a handful of clearance measurements. We have about 11-1/2 inches of ground clearance, about 6-1/2 inches of clearance between the closest part of the vehicle and the closest part of the carrier, and, overall, we've added about 16 inches of length to the rear of our vehicle with the bike rack arms folded down. Now, we want to check for rear vehicle access.
Thule Hitching Post Pro Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2012 Toyota Highlander
Today, we're working with a 2012 Toyota Highlander and we're going to be test fitting the Thule Hitching Post Pro Hitch Mounted Bike Carrier, part number TH934XTR. To mount our carrier to the vehicle, we'll insert the shank of the carrier into the receiver tube of our hitch. We'll line up the hitch pin holes, thread in our anti-rattle bolt and tighten it down using a wrench. Next, we'll go over some clearance measurements. We've got about 11 inches of ground clearance and about 9 inches of clearance between the closest part of the carrier and the closest part of the vehicle. Overall, we've added about 19 inches of length to the rear of the vehicle with the carrier arms folded down.
Swagman XTC2 Wheel Mount Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2012 Toyota Highlander
Today were working with the 2012 Toyota Highlander, and were going to be test fitting the Swagman XTC-2 Hitch-Mounted Bike Carrier, part number S64670. To mount this carrier to the vehicle, well insert the shank of the carrier into the receiver tube of our hitch. Well thread in our anti-rattle bolt and tighten it down using a wrench. Now, well go over a handful of clearance measurements. Weve got about 12-1/2 inches of ground clearance and about 8 inches of clearance from the closest part of the vehicle to the closest part of the carrier. Overall, weve added about 24 inches of length to the rear of our vehicle.
SportRack EZ Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2012 Toyota Highlander
Today on our 2012 Toyota Highlander, we'll be test fitting the SportRack 2 Hitch Mounted Bike Carrier, part number A30901. To mount our carrier to the vehicle, we'll insert the shank of the carrier into the receiver tube of the hitch. We'll line up our hitch pin holes, thread in our anti-rattle bolt, and then tighten it down using a wrench. Next, we'll go over a handful of clearance measurements. We have about 12 inches of ground clearance, about 11 inches of clearance between the closest part of the carrier and the closest part of the vehicle, and with the carrier installed, we've added about an overall length of 27 inches. Now, we also want to check for rear vehicle access.
SportRack Escape 3 Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2012 Toyota Highlander
Today, on our 2012 Toyota Highlander, were going to be test fitting the SportRack Escape 3 Hitch-Mounted Bike Carrier, part number A30403. To mount our carrier to the vehicle, well insert the shank of the carrier into the receiver tube of the hitch. Well line up our hitch pinholes, thread in our anti-rattle bolt and tighten it down using a wrench. Once weve done that, well go over a handful of clearance measurements. Weve got about 12 inches of ground clearance, about 5 inches of clearance between the closest part of the carrier and the closest part of vehicle, and overall weve added about 14 inches of length to the rear of our vehicle with the arms folded down. Now, we also want to check for rear vehicle access.
Rola Hitch Cargo Carrier Review - 2012 Toyota Highlander
Today, on our 2012 Toyota Highlander, well be test fitting the Rola 23 inch x 56 inch Railed Cargo Carrier, part number 59502. To mount the cargo carrier to our vehicle, well insert the shank of the carrier into the receiver tube of the hitch. Well line up the hitch pinholes and secure the carrier with a pin and clip. Next, well go over a handful of clearance measurements. Weve got about 14 inches of ground clearance at the rear of the carrier. From the closest part of the carrier to the closest part of the vehicle, weve got about 11-1/2 inches of clearance.
Pro Series Q-Slot Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2012 Toyota Highlander
Today, were working on a 2012 Toyota Highlander and well be test fitting the Pro-Series Q-slot Platform Style Bike Carrier, part number PS63134. To mount our carrier to the vehicle, well insert the shank of the carrier with the 2-inch adapter into the receiver tube of our hitch. Well line up the hitch pinhole and secure the bike rack with the pin and clip. Next, well go over a handful of clearance measurements. Weve got about 12 inches of ground clearance and about 11 inches of clearance between the closest part of the vehicle and the closest part of the carrier. Overall, weve added about 27 inches of length to the rear of the vehicle.
Pro Series Eclipse 4 Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2012 Toyota Highlander
Today, were working with the 2012 Toyota Highlander and were going to be test fitting the Pro-Series Eclipse 4 Hitch-Mounted Bike Carrier, part number 63124. To mount the carrier to our vehicle, well insert the shank of the carrier into the receiver tube of the hitch. Well line up the hitch pinhole, thread in our anti-rattle bolt and tighten it down using a wrench. With our carrier mounted, we can go over a handful of clearance measurements. Weve got about 12 inches of ground clearance and about 7-1/2 inches of clearance from the closest part of the vehicle to the closest part of the carrier. Overall, weve added about 35 inches of length to the rear of the vehicle with the carrier mounted.
Pro Series Hitch Cargo Carrier Review - 2012 Toyota Highlander
Today, on our 2012 Toyota Highlander, well be test fitting the Pro-Series 24 inch x 60 inch Railed Cargo Carrier, part number 63153. To mount the carrier to our vehicle, well insert the shank of the carrier into the receiver tube of the hitch. Well line up our hitch pinholes and secure the carrier with the pin and clip. Next, well go over a handful of clearance measurements. Weve got about 14 inches of ground clearance at the rear of the carrier. Weve got about 12 inches of clearance between the closest part of the carrier and the closest part of the vehicle.
Kuat Sherpa Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2012 Toyota Highlander
Today, on our 2012 Toyota Highlander, well be test fitting the Kuat Sherpa Aluminum Hitch Bike Carrier, part number S102. To mount our bike carrier to the vehicle, well insert the shank of the carrier into the receiver tube of the hitch. Well use the anti-rattle device to secure our bike rack to the vehicle. Then, well use the hand knob at the base of the bike rack to tighten up the anti-rattle device. With that done, well go over a few clearance measurements. Weve got about 5 inches of clearance from the closest part of the carrier to the closest part of the vehicle.
Draw-Tite Ball Mount Review - 2012 Toyota Highlander
Today were working with the 2012 Toyota Highlander and were going to be test fitting the Draw-Tite ball mount, part number 2923. First, we want to take a hitch height measurement. Thats from the ground to the inside top edge of the receiver tube. On this particular vehicle its 14-3/4 inches. Keep in mind this measurement may vary depending on the model of the vehicle, hitch height, or tire size so make sure to measure your particular vehicle when shopping for a ball mount. First, well mount this ball mount in the drop position.
Convert-A-Ball Ball Mount with 4 Inch Drop Review - 2012 Toyota Highlander
Today were working with a 2012 Toyota Highlander and were going to be test fitting the Convert-A-Ball cushioned ball mount, part number AMSC4. Now, this ball mount provides a 2-3/4 inch rise or a 4 inch drop. First, well measure the hitch height of our Highlander, thats from the ground to the inside top edge of our receiver tube. Our example measures 14-3/4 inches tall. Now, keep in mind this measurement will vary depending on the different models, tire sizes, or hitches available for these vehicles. With a 14-3/4 inch hitch height, we probably wont want to use this ball mount in the drop position as it would set us down about 10 inches from the ground.
Convert-A-Ball Ball Mount with 2 Inch Drop Review - 2012 Toyota Highlander
Today on our 2012 Toyota Highlander were gonna take a quick look at the Convert-A-Ball cushioned ball mount part number AMSC2. First thing were going to do is take a measurement from the ground to the inside top edge of our receiver tube. This measurement is known as the hitch height. The measurement may vary a bit depending on tires or after market modifications to the vehicle so make sure to measure your own vehicle. Our hitch measures 14-3/4 inches high. Well first take our ball mount and mount it in the drop position using a pin and clip.
Thule SUP Taxi Stand-Up Paddleboard Carrier Review - 2012 Toyota Highlander
Today, we've got a 2012 Toyota Highlander and we're going to be test fitting the Thule SUP Taxi Stand-Up Paddleboard Carrier, part number TH810. To mount our carrier up on top of our roof rack, we'll take the first half of the carrier and set it up on top of our load bar. We'll fit the rubber coated steel speed link straps around our load bar and re-secure them to their heads, tightening them down with the gray hand knobs. With the front half of our carrier secured, we'll take the second half of the carrier and set it up on top of the rear load bar. We do want to make sure that it lines up properly with the carrier in front. Again, we'll feed the speed link straps around the bar and tighten them down with the hand knobs.
Thule MOAB Roof Top Cargo Basket Review - 2012 Toyota Highlander
Today on our 2012 Toyota Highlander, we're going to be test fitting the Thule MOAB Roof Mounted Cargo Basket, part number TH690. To mount the basket, we'll set it up on top of our load bars. We'll make sure that it's spaced evenly on both the driver and passenger's side. Once we have our basket in the position, we'll fit the clamps from the underside and tighten them down from above with the wing nuts. After we've tightened down all four clamps, we can install our covers over the hardware. And with that our basket is installed and we're ready to load up.
Thule Flat Top Ski and Snowboard Carrier Review - 2012 Toyota Highlander
Today, we have a 2012 Toyota Highlander and we're going to be test fitting the Thule Flat Top Ski and Snowboard Carrier, part number TH92725. To mount our carrier to our roof rack, we'll take the first half of the carrier and set it up on top of our front load bar. We'll feed the speed link straps around the load bar, re-securing them back to the head and then tightening them down with the wing knobs. Once we have the first half of our carrier installed, we'll take the second half and place it on the rear load bar. We do want to make sure that the second half lines up nicely with the front half so we can carry our skis and snowboards in a straight line. Again, we'll fit the straps around and repeat the same tightening procedure that we used in the front.
Thule AeroBlade Crossroad Roof Rack Installation - 2012 Toyota Highlander
Today, we have a 2012 Toyota Highlander and we're going to be test fitting a Thule AeroBlade Roof Rack System. We'll be using the 60-inch AeroBlade bars, part number THARB60 as well as the Rapid Crossroad Feet, part number TH450R. We have our load bar assemblies put together and now we're ready to mount them up on top of the vehicle. To position the front bar correctly, we do need to make sure that the bar is overhanging on the driver and passenger's side. We also want to make sure that the Aero indicator on the sides of the crossroad feet are pointed towards the center of our side rail. Finally, we want to make sure that the front bar runs perpendicular to our raised side rails.
Thule AeroBlade Crossroad Roof Rack Installation - 2012 Toyota Highlander
Today, we have a 2012 Toyota Highlander and we're going to be test fitting a Thule Roof Rack System. We'll be using the 53-inch AeroBlade load bars, part number THARB53 as well as the Rapid Crossroad Foot Pack, part number TH450R. So we already have our load bars assembled and now we're ready to mount them up on top of the vehicle. Since this set is designed to work with vehicles with factory raised side rails, there are no set positioning measurements. We'll set the first bar up on top of our raised side rails. We need to make sure that the front bar is running perpendicular to our raised side rails, so in order to do this, we'll measure from a fixed point on our side rails to the leading edge of the crossroad foot on both sides of the vehicle and make sure it's the same measurement.
RockyMounts TieRod Roof Bike Rack Review - 2012 Toyota Highlander
Today, we're working with a 2012 Toyota Highlander and we're going to be test fitting the RockyMounts TieRod Roof Mounted Bike Carrier, part number RKY1014. To mount our carrier up on top of our roof rack, we'll simply place it on top of our load bars. We'll fit the rubber coated steel straps at the front of the carrier around our front load bar. We'll fit them back into the head of the carrier and use an Allen key to tighten them down. Once we have those straps tightened down, we can reinstall our front cover. We'll also make sure that our skewer is open in preparation for loading a bike.
RockyMounts Euro PitchFork Roof Bike Rack Review - 2012 Toyota Highlander
Today, we have a 2012 Toyota Highlander and we're going to be test fitting the RockyMounts Euro PitchFork Roof Mounted Bike Carrier, part number RKY1103. The Euro PitchFork is designed to work with roof racks that have a slot or channel up in the top of the crossbars. So to install this carrier to our roof rack, we'll first need to remove the rubber stripping on the front crossbar. It can be either be left out or to keep wind noise down. It can be cut to fit around our carrier. We'll slide the head of the carrier over the top bar, making sure that our block goes into the channel.
Trailer Wiring Harness Adapter Installation - 2012 Toyota Highlander
Today on our 2012 Toyota Highlander, we'll be installing the Hopkins Adapter 4-Pole to 7 and 4-Pole Plug, part number 37185. To do this, we'll first need to attach the bracket with the hardware provided. Now, we can take the 7-pole bracket and attach it to the hitch bracket using a screw and nut combination. Note: Not all hitches will have the pre-attached bracket to attach the mounting bracket to. Now, we'll go ahead and identify our wires. We'll be using the brown, yellow and green plug wire and the white ground wire.
Trailer Wiring Harness Installation - 2012 Toyota Highlander
Today on our 2012 Toyota Highlander, we'll be installing the Tow Ready T1 connector, part number 118449. Our first step is going to be installing the converter box on the driver's side up underneath the dash. You'll locate the manufacturer's 10-pin plug which identically matched the Tow Ready plug that goes to our converter box and plug into the manufacturer's plug. Next, we'll go ahead and peel back the two-way adhesive when we mount our converter box. We'll be mounting to a clean flat piece of sheet metal. You look up underneath the dash on the driver's side, you can locate a flat area to attach to.
Trailer Hitch Installation - 2012 Toyota Highlander - Hidden Hitch
Today on our 2012 Toyota Highlander well be installing Hidden Hitch part number 87615. This is what our hitch will look like once its installed. Next well go ahead and give you a couple measurements to assist you with selecting accessories for your new hitch. The center of the hitch pin hole is even with the outer most edge of the rear bumper. From the top the receiver tube to the ground is 13 and three-quarter inches. This will assist you when selecting accessories such as a drawbar, a bike rack, or a cargo carrier.
Trailer Hitch Installation - 2012 Toyota Highlander - Draw-Tite
Today on our 2012 Toyota Highlander well be installing the Draw Tie Hitch part number 75726. This is what our hitch will look like once its installed. Next well go ahead and give you a couple measurements to assist you with selecting accessories for your new hitch. The center of the hitch pin hole is even with the outer most edge of the rear bumper. From the top the receiver tube to the ground is 13 and three-quarter inches. This will assist you when selecting accessories such as a drawbar, a bike rack, or a cargo carrier.
Trailer Hitch Installation - 2012 Toyota Highlander - Draw-Tite
Today on our 2012 Toyota Highlander, we'll be installing the Draw-Tite Hitch, part number 75586. This is what our hitch will look like once it's installed. Next, we'll go ahead and give you a couple of measurements to assist you in selecting accessories for your new hitch. From the center of the hitch pin hole to the outermost edge of the bumper is 1-1/2 inches. From the top of the receiver tube to the ground is 14-1/4 inches. This will assist you in selecting accessories such as a drawbar, a bike rack, or a cargo carrier.
Trailer Hitch Installation - 2012 Toyota Highlander - Hidden Hitch
Today on our 2012 Toyota Highlander, we'll be installing Hidden Hitch, part number 87452. This is what our hitch will look like once it's installed. Next, we'll go ahead and give you a couple of measurements to assist you in selecting accessories for your new hitch. From the center of the hitch pin hole to the outermost edge of the bumper is 1-1/2 inches. From the top of the receiver tube to the ground is 14-1/4 inches. This will assist you in selecting accessories such as a drawbar, a bike rack, or a cargo carrier.
Thule Doubletrack Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2006 Toyota Highlander
Today on our 2006 Toyota Highlander well be test fitting the Thule Double Track Platform Style 2 Bike Carrier for both 1-1/4-inch and 2-inch hitches, part number TH990XT. Now to begin our test fit well simply slide the bike rack shank into the hitch, line up the hitch pin hole and install and tighten down our anti-rattle bolt. With our bolt tight this will secure our bike rack to the vehicle. Well now go ahead and give you a few measurements. Our ground clearance at the bike rack is 12-1/2 inches and from the closes point of the bike rack in the stored position to the back of the vehicle is 5-1/2 inches. Well now go ahead and pull the switch at the bottom of the bike rack to fold the platform down.
Yakima HighLite 2 Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2006 Toyota Highlander
Today on our 2006 Toyota Highlander, we'll be test fitting the Yakima HighLite Aluminum 2 Bike Carrier for both 1-1/4 and 2-inch hitches, class 2 or class 3, part number Y02438. Now to begin our test fit, we've already installed the included adapter for the 2-inch hitch, so we'll simply slide the bike rack shank into the hitch, line up the hitch pin hole and install the attached hitch pin. We'll then move to the back of the shank where we'll tighten down the knob, securing our bike rack to the vehicle. We'll now go ahead and give you a few measurements. Our ground clearance at the bike rack is 12-1/2 inches and from the closest point of the bike rack to the back of the vehicle is 6 inches. We'll now go ahead and pull the pin on the back of the bike rack mast to allow the mast to tilt down.
Thule T2 Platform Style Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2006 Toyota Highlander
Today on our 2006 Toyota Highlander, we'll be test fitting the Thule T2 Platform Style 2 Bike Carrier for 2-inch hitches, part number TH916XTR. Now to begin our test fit, we'll slide our bike rack shank into the hitch, line up the hitch pin hole, and install and tighten down our anti-rattle bolt. With our bolt tight, we'll put the lock on the other side which will secure our bike rack to the vehicle. At this point, we can go ahead and give you a few measurements. Our ground clearance at the bike rack is 13 inches and from the closest point of the bike rack to the back of the vehicle is 3 inches. Well now go ahead and pull the switch at the bottom of the bike rack to bring the platform out.
Thule Hitching Post Pro Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2006 Toyota Highlander
Today on our 2006 Toyota Highlander, we'll be test fitting part number TH934XTR. This is the Thule Hitching Post Pro Folding and Tilting 4 Bike Carrier with Anti-Sway Cradles for both 1-1/4 and 2-inch hitches. Now to begin our test fit, we've already installed the included adapter onto the bike rack shank, so we're ready to go ahead and fit it to the vehicle. We'll simply slide the bike rack shank into the hitch, line up the hitch pin hole, and install and tighten down our anti-rattle bolt. With our bolt tight, our bike rack is secured to the vehicle. We'll now go ahead and give you a few measurements.
Thule Helium Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2006 Toyota Highlander
Today on our 2006 Toyota Highlander well be test fitting part number TH970XT. This is the Thule Helium Aluminum 2 Bike Carrier. Now weve already installed the included adapter for the 2-inch hitch for our helium. So well begin by sliding the bike rack shank into the hitch, line up the hitch pin hole and install the attached hitch pin. We can then move to back of the shank here where well tighten down the knob securing our bike rack to the vehicle. Well now go ahead and give you a few measurements.
Thule Apex 4 Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2006 Toyota Highlander
Today on our 2006 Toyota Highlander well be test fitting the Thule Apex 4 Bike Carrier, part number TH9025. Now to begin our test fit well simply slide the bike rack shank into the hitch, well need to make sure that the integrated locking hitch pin is pulled. Once it slides over the collar of the hitch we can then let it go and allow it to slide into the hitch pin hole. When it slides into the hitch pin hole we can go ahead move to the back of back of bike rack shank and tighten down the anti-rattle knob. This will secure our bike rack to the vehicle. At this point we can give you a few measurements.
Swagman XTC2 Wheel Mount Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2006 Toyota Highlander
Today on our 2006 Toyota Highlander, we'll be test fitting part number S64670. This is the Swagman XTC2 2 Bike Platform Style Bike Rack. Now to begin our test fit, we'll simply slide the bike rack shank into the hitch, line up the hitch pin hole, and install and tighten down our anti-rattle bolt. With our bolt tight, our bike rack is secured to the vehicle. At this point, we can go ahead and give you a few measurements. Our ground clearance at the bike rack is 17 inches and from the closest point of the bike rack to the back of the vehicle is 6-1/2 inches.
Pro Series Eclipse 4 Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2006 Toyota Highlander
Today on our 2006 Toyota Highlander well be test fitting the Pro Series Hitch Mounted Folding Bike Rack part number 63124. Now to begin our test fit well simply slide the bike rack shank into the hitch, line up the hitch pin hole and install and tighten down anti-rattle bolt. With the bolt tight our bike rack is secured to the vehicle. Well now go ahead and give you a few measurements. From the bike rack mast to the back of the vehicle is 6 inches and our ground clearance at the bike rack is 13 inches. Well now go ahead and pull the pin at the bottom of the bike rack mast to allow the mast to tilt down.
Trailer Wiring Harness Installation - 2003 Toyota Highlander
Today on our 2003 Toyota Highlander, well be installing Tow Ready T-1 connector, part 118413. To begin our installation, well need remove the rear cargo cover, the spare tire cover, inside compartment cover; well also remove the panels behind the taillights. With all of our interior removed from the vehicle, well now have access to our wiring. Well need to unplug the harness at the connector just behind the taillight. With the connector unplugged, well feed the brown and yellow wire from our T-1 connector up behind the body panel to our taillight assembly. We can then connect the factory harness into one side of our T-1 connector and the other side well plug in to the taillight.
Trailer Hitch Installation - 2003 Toyota Highlander - Hidden Hitch
Today on our 2003 Toyota Highlander, well be installing Hidden Hitch, part number 70777. Now, to begin our installation, well remove the two tied on brackets on the bottom of the frame at the back on the vehicle. There's one on the left side, as well as one on the right. Well also need to remove the two small rubber caps that cover the well nuts in the frame. Now, well put those aside, as they will not be reinstalled on the vehicle. We're now ready to install our hitch.
RockyMounts TieRod Roof Bike Rack Review - 2003 Toyota Highlander
Today on our 2003 Toyota Highlander well be test fitting the RockyMounts TieRod Roof Mounted Bike Rack, part number RKY1014. To begin our test fit, well place the head of the bike rack over our front crossbar bring the rubber coated steel straps underneath the crossbar and secure it back to the head of the bike rack. We can then move to the rear mounting point of our bike rack where well use a clamp to go underneath the crossbar and secure it using the wing nuts included with the bike rack. Well then move back to the head of the bike rack and secure the rubber coated steel straps using an Allen wrench also included with your bike rack. Now that our bike rack is secured to the vehicle we can reinstall the head cover, then well make sure the skewer is opened up and ready for the front fork of our bike. Also, well make sure our rear wheel strap is undone and out of the way.
Trailer Brake Controller Installation - 2010 Toyota Highlander
Today in this 2010 Toyota Highlander, were going to install the Tekonsha P3 Brake Controller, part number 90195. To install this brake installer, well also be using the ETBC7 kit and a tow-ready universal mounting bracket, part number 18136. First Im going to install my seven-pole bracket that comes in my kit with the universal mounting bracket. Next, well go ahead and put our bracket on the hitch. Once I have my bracket attached, Ill just use a pair of tune snips to cut off the access from the band. Now weve got our simple bracket and universal mounting bracket attached to the hitch, well go ahead and install our seven pole connector.
Yakima RailGrab Roof Rack Installation - 2010 Toyota Highlander
Today we have a 2010 Toyota Highlander, and we will be doing a test fit of the Yakima Roof Rack using the 58 crossbars as well as their rail grab towers. We already have our crossbar assemblies put together, now we are ready to install them on the vehicle. First well set the front crossbar on top of our raised side rails. We need to check two things when mounting the front crossbar up on top of the vehicle. We need to make sure that the bar is over hanging evenly on both sides of the vehicle, and we also need to make sure that the crossbars are running perpendicular to our raised side rails. To do this we will measure from a fixed point on the side rails to the front edge of our rail grip tower.
Thule Crossroad Roof Rack Installation - 2010 Toyota Highlander
Today we have a 2010 Toyota Highlander and we will be testing fitting a Thule roof rack. Well be using the 50 inch square load bars and the cross road feet. We already have our load bar assemblies put together and now were reading to mount them up on our vehicle. When positioning the front load bar you need to check three things, You need to make sure that the bar is over hanging evenly on both sides of the vehicle, you need to make sure that the center line triangle on the side of the cross road foot is on the center of the factory side rails, and finally you need to make sure that the load bar is running perpendicular to your raise side rails. To do this well measure from the fix point of the side rail on both sides of the vehicle, to the leading edge of the cross road foot. Well make sure that our measurement is even on both sides and then well know that our load bar is perpendicular.
Thule AeroBlade Crossroad Roof Rack Installation - 2010 Toyota Highlander
Today we have a 2010 Toyota Highlander and we will be test footing a Thule roof rack using the 53 inch aero blade bars and the rapid cross road feet. We already have our load bars put together and now we are ready to mount them up on the vehicle. Since this vehicle has factoring side rails theres no set cross bar spread, Thule also specifies this measurement is not to exceed 38 inches. First Ill place our load bar assembly up on top the side rails. We need to check three things when we position this side bar, we need to make sure the lower bar is hanging over evenly on both sides of the vehicle, we also need to make sure the triangle mark and the side of our feet are pointing towards the center pf pour side rail, and finally we need to make sure that this load bar is running perpendicular to our factory made side rails. To do this well measure from a fixed point of the side rail on both sides of the vehicle to the leading edge of the cross road foot.
Trailer Wiring Harness Installation - 2004 Toyota Highlander
Today we are working on a 2004 Toyota Highlander. Were going to install a Tow Ready T-One connector part number 118248. Our first step is to access the rear cargo area of the vehicle. Were going to open up the storage compartment with the spare tire tool tray, and the drivers side cargo tray. We have a push pin plastic fastener on each side that will have to be removed, and go ahead and set it out of our way. Now I am going to go ahead and remove the rear threshold so I can get the drivers side cargo tray out.
Rhino-Rack SXBS Roof Rack Installation - 2010 Toyota Highlander
Today we have a 2010 Toyota Highlander, and we will be testing a Rhino-Rack Roof Rack system part number sxbs8. This kit has black crossbars, but it is also available with silver crossbars as part number sxbs8-silv. We already have the crossbar assemblies put together so now were ready to mount them up on the vehicle. We need to check for two things when we put the crossbar up. First we need to check that the bar is overhanging evenly on both sides of the vehicle, and we also need to make sure it is running perpendicular to our side rails. To do this we will find a fixed point on the side rail on both sides of the vehicle, and measure to the edge of the clamp system.
Trailer Hitch Installation - 2004 Toyota Highlander
Today were working on a 2004 Toyota Highlander. Were going to install a Curt Hitch part number C13530. Here are a couple of measurements that will assist you in selecting accessories for your new hitch such as a draw bar, a bike rack, or cargo carrier. From the center of the pin hitch hole to the outer most of the bumper is 2-1/2 inches. From the top of the receiver tube to the ground is 14-3/4 inches. Now lets go ahead with the installation.
Trailer Hitch Installation - 2011 Toyota Highlander
Alright, today on this 2011 Toyota Highlander we are going to install part number 13534 from Curt. This is what the hitch looks like when it is installed on the vehicle. Next we will give you some measurements that will help you out in ing some accessories, such as a ball mount, a bicycle rack, or a cargo carrier. From the top of the receiver opening down to the ground is going to be 15 inches. And then from the center of the hitch pin to the outside edge of the bumper is going to be about 2 inches. The first thing we need to do on the bottom of this vehicle is remove some of the splash panels that are underneath there. There is one on each side of the vehicle. We will go ahead and remove those first. The passenger side will be reinstalled at the end of the install and the driver side will remain removed. Alright, now there are a variety of fasteners we need to remove. There is a plastic fastener here and it looks like there are some bolts that hold the rest of it in place. Maneuver it a little bit until it pops out. Now we will go over to the driver side and remove that one as well. We will go ahead and work this out. 1:44
Trailer Wiring Harness Installation - 2011 Toyota Highlander
Today on this 2011 Toyota Highlander we are going to install part number 118449 from Tow Ready. This kit comes with a few different pieces. It comes with a fuse that goes into the fuse holder underneath the hood. The module itself actually gets plugged underneath the dash of the vehicle. The 4-pole flat is actually plugged into a port that is at the rear of the vehicle. So we will start at the front and work our way back. The first thing we need to do is go ahead and get underneath the dash and we will go ahead and plug in the module in to its port. OK, this is the module itself. And this is the part that gets plugged in to the port underneath the dash. In this particular case, it is pretty easy to find. It stands right out. Just kind of pull it down a little bit and plug in to it. Now we will take our module box. It has an adhesive back to it. It will actually mount to this component above it in a nice, flat spot. 0:55
Trailer Brake Controller Installation - 2010 Toyota Highlander
Today on this 2010 Toyota Highlander we are going to be installing Prodigy brake controller, part number 90185. We are going to start our install inside the cab of the vehicle. We are going to first mount the Prodigy brake controller into place and then we will start the wiring process after that. The first thing that I want to note is that the Prodigy comes with two different mounting brackets here. The more traditional smaller bracket does take screws that are holding it in so it is more of a permanent fixture. And the less permanent pocket option is a little bit bulkier but it allows you to move the Prodigy easily, either if you want to store it or want to use it between different vehicles. Instead of having mounting screws, it uses these clips on the sides to hold it in place. So to move it from one vehicle to another, all you need to do is unplug the harness out of the back of the Prodigy. For this installation, we are going to use the more traditional bracket to save a little bit of room because this is a tight vehicle. There is not a whole lot of working room. 0:51
Trailer Wiring Harness Installation - 2010 Toyota Highlander
Today on this 2010 Toyota Highlander we are going to be installing wiring harness part number 118449. The first thing I want to point out about our harness is that it comes in two separate pieces. We have got the first section which has an in line fuse in the modulite box as well as the port to plug in the vehicle. This is going to plug in underneath the dash on the driver side of the vehicle. The second part of the harness plugs into the rear of the vehicle inside the rear cargo compartment and that will finalize the tow package for us. We are going to start here inside the vehicle up underneath the dash and plug our first part of the harness in place. The port is located underneath the dash just left of the brake pedal taped to the main wiring harness. All we need to do in here is plug it in line and then we see on the back side of the modulite box we have got double sided tape. We want to find a good spot up in here and adhere the box to it. 00:54
Trailer Hitch Installation - 2010 Toyota Highlander
Today on this 2010 Toyota Highlander we are going to be installing Curt hitch part number 13534. Starting over on the driver side we have got an existing tow hook that is held in with two bolts and you need to remove those two bolts and we will be using those weld nuts in the frame as our two rear most attaching points. Further up the frame you can see we have got a plug. We are going to remove that plug to expose the weld nut and that is going to provide our third attaching point for the trailer hitch. You can move to the outboard passenger side of the frame you can see we have got three plugs in it. We want to remove all three of those and we are going to be using the two outer most holes as our side attaching points. Again we have got the same tow hook. We are going to remove the two bolts holding it in and those are going to be our two attaching points for the bottom of the frame. 00:40
Trailer Hitch Installation - 2009 Toyota Highlander
Today on etrailer.com we are going to be working on this 2009 Toyota Highlander Limited Edition. We are going to be installing part number V81312 from Valley. To begin the installation process we are going to first remove these two plastic panels and tow hooks located on the passenger and driver side of the vehicle. What this will do will gain us frame access for our vehicle frame. We have two plastic pop rivets located here and here. To get those out you can use a flat head screw driver, and pry on the rivet itself. :33
Trailer Wiring Harness Installation - 2008 Toyota Highlander
Today on this 2008 Toyota Highlander we will be installing the wiring harness part number 118449. The first thing I want to point out with this wiring harness before we get started is that it does come in two pieces. The larger piece with the larger 10 pin port is going to plug in underneath the dash on the interior of the vehicle. The second part which contains our 4-pole end is going to plug in at the rear back in our cargo area. We are going to start off by plugging the larger section in underneath the dash first. The port underneath the dash is located just left of the brake pedal attached to the main wiring harness lead right there. Now that we have the port located we can plug our harness in line and then we want to take the modulite box and we need to adhere it to a surface underneath the dash. We have got double sided tape on the back side so we can just peel that away and just find a place to adhere it. 00:54
Trailer Hitch Installation - 2008 Toyota Highlander
Today on this 2008 Toyota Highlander we will be installing Curt hitch part number 13534. We are underneath the Highlander and we are going to point out the mounting location for the trailer hitch. Before we do that though we need to remove a couple of the under body panels that are preventing us from gaining access to those mounting points. Starting over here on the driver side holding it into place we have four Phillips head screws and two push rivets that are going to need to come out in order to remove this piece. Then over here on the passenger side panel we have got two Phillips head screws, one push rivet, and one hex head bolt that is attaching it to the frame. To remove the push rivets that we have in place, we just take a flat head screwdriver, it into this inner piece here until it releases and just pull that right out of there. 01:00
Trailer Wiring Harness Installation- 2009 Toyota Highlander
Today we are going to be installing wiring harness 118449 on a 2009 Toyota Highlander. The first thing I want to note is once you take the harness out of the package you will have two individual pieces for the harness. The larger portion will be the harness and white plug modulite box that we are going to plug in under the dash on the left side of the brake pedal. The second part is actually going to plug in back in the rear cargo area on the right hand side underneath the paneling. We are going to hook up the larger portion first. Again we will be under the dash if you look under there just left of the brake pedal you can see a big ten pin white plug that we will plug this into. :49
Trailer Hitch Installation - 2009 Toyota Highlander
Today we are going to be installing Curt hitch part number 13534 on a 2009 Toyota Highlander. We are underneath the vehicle, and we have gone ahead and lowered the spare tire out of the way. It is not necessary to do this, but it will ease in the installation of the hitch. The trailer hitch is going to mount to both frame rails, but to first gain access to those frame rails we are going to need to remove the underneath panels that are both on the drivers and passengers side, as well. To do that, there are multiple fasteners that we are going to need to remove. There are two push pins: one here, on the outboard side, and one here, at the bottom of the bumper. And there are multiple10-mm/Phillips-head screws, as well. You have got one here, one here, two here on the inboard side - and I believe that is it.
Trailer Wiring Harness Installation - 2006 Toyota Highlander
Today we are going to do an install of part number 118248 the T One connector from Tow Ready. It will be installed on our 2006 Toyota Highlander. To get to our access point which is about down here and underneath this panel. So we will have to roll back the carpeting and pull up the tray and gain access that way. Once you get everything out of the way it is pretty clear that this is the plug right here for the harness. So our T connector can plug right into here. Then our ground wire will actually mount to this ground bolt right here. We took our ground bolt out and we will simply install our ground wire here and run it back through there and install it. Next we will install the module box itself using the self adhesive tape that is on the backside of the connector.
Trailer Hitch Installation - 2008 Toyota Highlander
Today we are going to do a hitch install on a 2008 Toyota Highlander we are going to be using the Valley part number of V81312. First thing we need to do is take off a few plastic components and the tow hooks, this cover here will be taken off, this tow hook will be taken off, and there are the same things on the driver side. Joe uses a screw driver and a socket wrench to remove existing bolts that hold the plastic shields in place Now I have access to take off the bracket, and we will do one on this side and one on the other side. Next what we have to do is lower the exhaust here a little bit, we will take off this rubber hanger and that way we get more flexibility and room to fit the hitch in. With this model here, they actually have these protectors to protect the treads, rather handy when you install a hitch.
