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• Which Hitch for the 2009 Lexus RX350 Sticks out the Least
  It looks like the Curt trailer hitch # 13530 extends the least past the rear bumper. If you check out the picture I attached you will see that it sticks out the least. To complete your towing setup you may be interested in the following products: etrailer Ball Mounts # 989900 Curt Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring # C55563
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• Can Spare Tire Be Accessed After Mounting Curt Class III Trailer Hitch # 13530 on 2009 Lexus RX350
  You will still be able to access the spare tire on your 2009 Lexus RX 350 after installing Curt Class III Trailer Hitch # 13530. If you refer to the linked photo you can see the hitch and tire positions after installation. The spare can be removed for a tire change by simply letting the forward edge drop first and then maneuvering the tire past the exhaust and the hitch cross tube.
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• Least Expensive Trailer Hitch, Wiring Harness, and Brake Controller for 2009 Lexus RX 350
  I will give you a list of all the most budget-friendly parts for a complete towing set up for your 2009 Lexus RX 350. It sounds like you have a trailer with electric brakes, so you will need a hitch, 7-way, 4-way (which is needed because it plugs into the 7-way), ball mount, 2" hitch ball and brake controller. So here is the list of the most economical parts for you: - Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # 13530 - Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # C55563 -...
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• Recommended Hitch and 7-Way Connector for a 2006 Toyota Highlander Hybrid
  Hey Kerry. The Curt Hitch item # 13530 fits both the hybrid and non-hybrid models of the 2006 Toyota Highlander. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver, that is custom fit, and comes with all hardware necessary for installation. To add a 7-way connector to your Highlander you'll first need to add a 4-way connector, unless you already have one. There's no way to just add a 7-way connector. There's also no custom fit harnesses unless you have the factory tow package. Here are the...
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• Curt Trailer Hitch Touching Spare Tire on 2008 Lexus RX 350
  Thank you for the photo; unfortunately there really is no "fix" for the Curt Trailer Hitch # 13530 touching the spare tire on your 2008 Lexus RX 350. While I can understand wanting to lower the spare a bit during the install, that can cause an issue like what you are experiencing. The spare tire is going to be directly above this hitch cross tube and so long as both the hitch and spare are properly secured and the hitch was torqued to the specs in the directions it is perfectly secure and...
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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 (75153) and Curt Hitch (13530) in this case are actually very similar, so it will look the same. Both hitches have the same basic specifications. They are all Class III hitches with 2 inch receiver openings. The Curt # 13530 is rated for weight distribution, with a 4000 lb GTW and a 400 lb TW rating, while the Draw-Tite model is not rated for weight distribution. I...
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• How to Order New Mounting Hardware for a Curt Hitch On a 2006 Toyota Highlander
  To get the replacement hardware for your Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # 13530 you'll just need to head over to the # RHK product page and enter the hitch's item number in the box.
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• Will the Thule Passage 3 Bike Rack # TH911XT Fit a 2008 Lexus RX350
  As long as there is an open space at the top of that rear spoiler for the mounting strap to pass through and attach to the edge of the rear hatch, the rack is capable of being installed on the vehicle. (Rather than the straps passing up and over the spoiler). This being said, Thule states that the hatch on the RX350 is not strong enough to accommodate the weight of the carrier plus three bikes, although using the two bike model, # TH910XT is acceptable. To carry three bikes, a hitch mounted...
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• Hitch and Wiring Installation on 2007 Lexus RX350 With Factory Towing Prep Package
  Exactly what constitutes a towing prep package can vary widely among vehicle makers and models and can depend on whether the additional equipment was factory- or dealer-installed. Sometimes a 'tow-package-equipped' vehicle may still need fuses and/or relays installed to activate the wiring. There is a good chance the wiring is in place already. You can check under your rear bumper for any signs of wiring for a trailer connector and test them using a circuit tester like # PTW2993, or you...
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• Best Hitch for 2007 Lexus RX 350
  The three hitch options for your 2007 Lexus RX 350 - etrailer # e98857, Curt # 13530 and Draw-Tite # 75153 - all share identical capacities and will install in the same way. All include the mounting hardware. From these choices my preference is the etrailer model # E98857 you referenced. I like this one because it is USA-made and has a subtle matte finish powder coat rather than a high gloss finish, so it will not distract as much from the car's own appearance. Please check out the photo...
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• Replacement Hardware Kit for Re-installing Trailer Hitch on 2005 Toyota Highlander
  Don't worry about not having the old mounting hardware for your hitch; you cannot re-use it anyway since hitch mounting hardware can be torqued to spec only one time. After that it must be replaced with new hardware. We offer kit # RHK, which is a replacement hardware kit for every hitch we sell. Both aftermarket hitches made for your 2005 Toyota Highlander, Curt # 13530 and Draw-Tite # 75153 are shown on the linked page. Take a look at your hitch's safety sticker to find its part number...
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• Trailer Hitch Fit for 2008 Lexus RX 350
  We had the chance to install the Curt hitch part # 13530 on a 2008 Lexus RX 350 like you mentioned and we found that it fit and worked well. I checked with Curt and they have no fit exclusions for this hitch on models with air suspension. Because of that it was not noted if the vehicle did have air suspension. I attached the install video you mentioned down below for you to check out as well.
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• Spare Tire Interference with Hitch Installation on 2006 Toyota Highlander with 3rd Row Seat
  The Curt trailer hitch you referenced, Class III hitch # 13530, is shown in the linked video being installed on a 2006 Highlander. On this vehicle the spare tire does not need to be removed. My technical contacts at Hidden Hitch and Draw-Tite have not heard of any issues on the 2006 Highlander related to the spare tire interfering with hitch installation. To their knowledge the 3rd seat is not an usual feature. The instructions for all three hitches offered for the vehicle make no reference...
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• Install Video for Trailer Hitch that Fits 2009 Lexus RX350
  Hey Eric, we have install videos for the Curt part # 13530 that fits your 2009 Lexus RX 350 on a similar 2008 Lexus RX 330 that I attached below for you to check out. The install process will be exact same.
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• Will the Curt Trailer Hitch Interfere With a Spare Tire On a 2007 Lexus RX350
  No, the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # 13530 will not interfere with the spare tire on your 2007 Lexus RX350. You can see in the video attached at 3:29 where the hitch just slides around the spare tire.
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• Towing Capacity and Parts Needed for 2006 Lexus RX 400h
  No worries...all subjects were new to each of us at one point! Hitches and trailer towing included. You may want to start off with a review of the linked article on towing basics; these will help you with terminology and the essentials of towing. Step 1 in your towing prep is confirming that your 2006 Lexus RX 400h is rated to tow the 2000-lb trailer. I reviewed an online edition and on page 601 the manual indicates towing capacities of 2000-lbs for the non-tow-package-equipped version...
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• Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a 2004 Lexus RX330
  We offer two trailer hitches that are compatible with your 2004 Lexus RX330 and both hitches are Class III hitches that will provide plenty of support to carry a bike rack and bikes. Our most economical option is the Curt Round Tube Hitch, part # 13530. We also offer the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch, part # 75153. Both hitches have a tongue weight of 350 lbs and a gross towing weight of 3500 lbs, but these ratings can be limited by the towing capacity of your vehicle. You will want to check...
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• Trailer Hitch, Towing Accessory and Transmission Cooler Recommendations for 2004 Lexus RX330
  For a hitch, I'd recommend the Curt Class III trailer hitch, part # 13530. This hitch is compatible with AWD RX330 models, except for models with the air suspension. To complete your towing system, you'll also need a few other items: Trailer wiring harness, part # 118478 Ball mount/trailer ball kit, part # 989900 My research indicates that the RX330 has a maximum 3500lb towing capacity, so the trailer and its cargo aren't pushing the capacity. If you'll be towing a weight like this frequently...
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• Recommend A 2 Bike Rack For Lexus RX350
  You have a few options for a bike rack for your 2008 Lexus RX350. You could go with a hitch mounted bike rack, a trunk bike rack, or a roof bike rack. Depending on how often you go biking can be one of the biggest factors in choosing the bike rack that is right for you. If you plan on biking often, I would recommend going with a hitch bike rack, for ease of loading and traveling. If you will only be biking seldom, or traveling short distances, I would recommend going with a trunk bike rack. For...
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• Hitch for 2006 Toyota Highlander that Allows Full Sized Spare
  For your 2006 Toyota Highlander the Curt hitch part # 13530 fits and unlike other options allows a full sized spare to be stored underneath it. I attached an install video for this hitch for you to check out as well.
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• How to Reattach Spare Tire on a 2006 Lexus RX 400h After Hitch Install
  The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 13530 is a confirmed fit for a 2006 Lexus RX 400h with the "factory" spare tire. The factory spare tire would have came mounted to a steel wheel with a black plastic cover placed over it (see video). If you have an aluminum wheel under the vehicle then this was not installed from the factory and I cannot guarantee it will be able to be reused with the above hitch. If you do have the factory spare tire with steel wheel then what you are going to...
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• Hidden Hitch Recommendation for a 2004 Lexus RX330
  All of the hitches available for your 2004 Lexus RX 330 will have the same basic appearance. The only one that is slightly different would be the Curt Hitch # 13530. This hitch has the safety chain loops below the hitch opening whereas the Draw-Tite # 75153 hitch has the safety chain loops above the hitch opening which I think makes them a little less visible. Check out the installation video and installation instructions I attached also. To complete your towing setup you may also be...
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• Can Spare Tire Be Accessed with Curt Trailer Hitch Installed on a 2006 Lexus RX 330
  You can still access the spare tire on your 2006 Lexus RX 330 with Curt trailer hitch # 13530 installed. You will not have to remove the hitch to lower or replace the spare. Since the hitch does partially block the spare you will need to angle it out or in as needed. A coworker has a hitch set up like this and he says that it is still easy to lower and replace the spare. If you plan on doing some towing I recommend etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with...
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• Will Removing Tie Down Brackets from 2005 Toyota Highlander to Install Trailer Hitch Weaken Vehicle
  The tie down brackets, if present, on the 2005 Toyota Highlander are bolted to the frame the same as the hitch gets bolted to the frame. They are not a load-bearing part of the vehicle and removing them will not compromise the vehicle at all. All vehicles have some sort of tie down and for the most part they are used to secure the vehicle to the transport carrier that takes them from the factory to the dealerships. If for some reason the vehicle needed to be pulled from behind, you could...
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