2005 Toyota Highlander Accessories

2005 Toyota Highlander Trailer Hitch

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2005 Toyota Highlander Trunk Bike Rack

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2005 Toyota Highlander Suspension Enhancement

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2005 Toyota Highlander Exterior Lights

2005 Toyota Highlander Tire Chains

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2005 Toyota Highlander Videos

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 - Draw-Tite

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.

2005 Toyota Highlander Questions and Answers

• Why is Weight Distribution Not Recommended for a 2005 Toyota Highlander
  
• The reason a weight distribution system cannot be used is because of the towing restrictions that Toyota has placed on the Highlander. There are a few factors that can cause this such as weak attachment points on the vehicle frame, towing capabilities of the vehicle and vehicle design. The purpose of a weight distribution system is to distribute the tongue weight of the trailer to the front vehicle axle and trailer axles. To do this, the weight distribution system creates an upward force at
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• Should a Reese Light-Duty Weight Distribution Kit be Used with a 2005 Toyota Highlander
  
• If you were using a different vehicle to tow the trailer, it would probably be fine to leave the # RP66069 Reese Light-Duty weight distribution system installed. The issue in this situation is that your 2005 Toyota Highlander cannot be used with weight distribution, so you will need to remove the system in order to tow the 2008 Jayco trailer with this particular vehicle. As long as the trailer weight does not exceed the weight rating for the system then there should not be any damage to the
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• Will the Thule Raceway 3 Bike Rack Fit on a 2005 Toyota Highlander and a 2004 Honda Accord
  
• The Thule Raceway 3 Bike Rack, # TH9002, is confirmed to fit your 2005 Toyota Highlander and your 2004 Honda Accord. This bike rack comes with four ratcheting cables that attach to the top and bottom edges of the rear hatch and trunk on your vehicles. The cables on this bike rack we designed to last longer than the typical nylon straps that you find on most bike racks. Please note, if you have a spoiler on the top of the rear hatch on your Highlander, the cables should be routed under the spo
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• Fit of Softride Dura Bike Rack # SR26247 on 2005 Toyota Highlander
  
• To determine if the Softride Dura part # SR26247 would be a good candidate for your 2005 Highlander, you would need to know the distance from the hitch pin hole in your receiver opening to the furthest rearward portion of your bumper. If this measurement is less than 6 inches, the Dura will fit. If the measurement is greater than that, the rack will fit if the # SR26033 extender bar is used. You are correct, the arms do not fold, but can be easily removed. The Element rack you reference
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• Trunk Mounted vs Hitch Mounted Bike Rack for 2005 Toyota Highlander
  
• Given the choice between a hitch mounted bike rack and a trunk mounted bike rack I would go with a hitch mounted bike rack. Especially if you already have a hitch on your vehicle. Hitch mounted racks are generally more stable, easier to install, harder to steal and provide easier rear cargo access. If you do not have a hitch yet I would still recommend you get a hitch and hitch mounted bike rack because once you have a hitch you will have the option to tow a trailer in the future. For a
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• Weight Distribution Recommendation for a Boat Trailer with Surge Brakes
  
• For a trailer with surge brakes, you will need a Reese SC system or an Eqaul-i-zer system that uses friction sway control. You will also need a pole tongue adapter, like # RP3280, for a Reese SC system, or # EQ95-01-5950 for an Equal-i-zer system. The pole tongue adapter provides frame rails for the weight distribution system to attach to. To determine the best system for you, you will need to go by the tongue weight of the trailer loaded and ready to tow plus the weight of anything loaded be
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• Trailer Wiring Harness for a 2005 Toyota Highlander with Factory Installed Tow Package
  
• Since your 2005 Toyota Highlander came with a factory tow package, you would need Tow Package Wiring Harness with 4 Pole Trailer Connector, # 118248. I have included a link to the installation instructions along with a link to a video showing a typical installation for you to view.
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• What Vehicles Fit with Curt Trailer Hitch # 13530
  
• The Curt Trailer Hitch, # 13530, will fit the following vehicles: 2004 - 2005 Toyota Highlander 2004 - 2006 Lexus RX330 2007 - 2009 Lexus RX350 2006 - 2007 Toyota Highlander All Models, except Hybrid 2006 - 2008 Lexus RX400h Hybrid 2006 - 2007 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Models I have included a link to the installation details for reference.
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• Does the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch # 75153 Extend Past the Rear Bumper on a 2006 Toyota Highlander
  
• All of the hitches available for the 2006 Toyota Highlander are designed with the end of the receiver very close to flush with the back of the rear bumper. The hitch itself will not extend past the bumper, without a drawbar installed in the hitch. I have posted a photo that should help you visualize where the receiver on the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch, item # 75153, will be placed. I have also provided links to instructions and a installation video for you to review. The K78229 hitc
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• Will Snow Tire Chains Fit A 255/55R18 Tire Size On A 2005 Toyota Highlander FWD
  
• You will want to check your owners manual or with the Toyota dealer if you can install snow tire chains on your 2005 Toyota Highlander, or if there are any limitations. On some of the larger tire sizes you might run into clearance problems with snow tire chains. The Thule Snow Tire Chains XG12 Pro, part # TH01594255, are compatible with the 255/55R18 tire size. They have a 12mm internal clearance. These snow tire chains are classified as a SAE Class S tire chain. A Class S snow tire chain has
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• What Material is the Thule Watersport Bow/Stern Tie Down Rope
  
• I spoke with my contact at Thule, and the 1/4 inch bow/stern tie down is nylon rope.
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• Correct Trailer Wiring Harness and Installation for a 2005 Toyota Highlander Without Tow Package
  
• The connection points for the Tow Ready Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring for the 2005 Highlander by Toyota, item # 118413, are located behind the vehicle tail lights. You will need to remove the drivers side and passengers side access panel to locate rear of the tail lights. The threshold will also be removed and then the connectors will be connected inline with the vehicle tail light wiring connectors. I have provided a link to instructions for you to review.
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• Trailer Hitch Recommendations for a 2005 Toyota Highlander
  
• On the 2005 Toyota Highlander, the available hitches all clear the bumper and stick out past it about 4 inches, The Draw-Tite and Hidden Hitches (75153, 70778) will be nearly identical since they come from the same manufacturer. The Curt Hitch (13530) in this case is actually very similar to the other two, so it will look the same. All three hitches have the same basic specs. They are all Class III hitches with 2 inch receiver openings. All have a tongue weight capacity of 350 pounds, and a g
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• Routing 4-way Connector To The Outside on a 2005 Toyota Highlander
  
• Once you have the rear carpeting and package tray out of the vehicle you should be able to find a grommet, or black rubbery tape, somewhere under the package tray or around the edge of the rear compartment that is large enough to route the 4-way connector, item # 118248, through and close enough so the connector can reach the hitch. If you do not have an access point in the floor area you may need to route the wire up around the drivers side taillight and back down underneath and outside of the
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• Trailer Hitch for a 2005 Toyota Highlander with a Japanese Bumper
  
• The Hidden Hitch Class III 2 Inch Hitch, part # 70778, will not work with your Japanese rear bumper configuration. The installed hitch receiver sits pretty tight under the US bumper. The Curt hitch # 13530 and the Draw-Tite hitch # 75153 will be in the same location. You might want to look into having a hitch fabricated for you.
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