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• Recommended Hitch and Wiring Harness for a 2022 Toyota Highlander
  Hey Joseph! The Curt item # C45CR requires you to disconnect an exhaust hanger temporarily, but it gets reinstalled a couple steps later. It's just to get the hitch to the mounting bolts behind the muffler. This hitch is custom fit for the 2022 Toyota Highlander and fits all models including your Platinum. For a 4-way wiring harness, you'll want the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness item # TK99FR. This custom fit harness plugs directly into the existing wiring of your Highlander without requiring...
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• Can 2024 Toyota Highlander Limited Use Weight Distribution Hitch
  Hi Earle; in general, a weight distribution hitch is a no go for unibody vehicles. However, that is not an absolute. I don't see anything specifically calling out weight distribution in the owner's manual so it is possible if the manufacturer says it is ok. I would reach out to a local dealer to see what they have to say about it. Assuming it is allowed, you will need a hitch that is compatible with weight distribution which would be the Curt # C45CR. For the weight distribution hitch...
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• What Hitch do You Recommend for My 2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Platinum?
  From the sounds of your question, I believe you meant to say Hybrid Platinum instead of Hybrid Premium. For a great 2-inch hitch option that fits your model, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" # C45CR. Not only does this hitch provide your vehicle with 900 pounds of maximum tongue weight and 8,000 pounds of maximum gross towing weight, it also comes with a gloss outer coat over the base powder coat that provides you superior protection over other brands....
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• Does Plastic Underbody Panel Have To Be Reinstalled After Putting Trailer Hitch On Toyota Highlander
  Hey Kyle, thanks for reaching out. You don’t have to put that plastic underbody panel back on, the vehicle will be just fine without it. A lot of people leave it off after installing a hitch and never have an issue. That said, if you’re going for a cleaner, more factory look, trimming it and reinstalling is the way to go. It helps tidy up the underside and can give you a better finished appearance around the hitch. It really just comes down to how you want it to look, functionally you’re...
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• What Trailer Hitches Will Fit The 2021 Toyota Highlander Platinum?
  Thanks for reaching out, David. For your 2021 Toyota Highlander Platinum I recommend the etrailer Class 3 Hitch # e75ZR. This hitch will fit all models of the 2021 Highlander including the Platinum model. We also have the Curt # C45CR hitch for the 2021 Highlander Platinum and the EcoHitch # EH35VR. I still prefer the etrailer # e75ZR hitch over these options because the crosstube will be concealed behind the bumper, and because it is so much more affordable. I have linked an install...
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• 2022 Toyota Highlander Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a Thule Bike Rack with 1-1/4" Shank
  We're glad you found us too, William! I see you've ordered the Curt Hitch # C45CR for your 2022 Toyota Highlander along with the Adapter # e58YR and Anti-Rattle # e99007 - these will work great for your setup! Just note that you'll need an additional hitch pin for the adapter, so if you don't have one, I recommend picking up the etrailer Coupler Lock # e98882 so everything is locked as well. Just wanted to note one thing; Thule doesn't like it when non-Thule adapters are used for their...
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• Best Hitch for a 2022 Toyota Highlander
  Out of those two hitches, I recommend the Curt Hitch item # C99FR over the item # C45CR for your 2022 Toyota Highlander XLE. The tongue weight capacity for both will easily accommodate a cargo carrier but the item # C99FR has a far better profile once installed. All you'll see is the receiver and the safety chain holders. The item # C45CR leaves the entire rear crosstube exposed. Both the Curt Hitch item # C99FR and the item # C45CR require slight trimming of the underbody panel. You...
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• What Is Difference Between Hitches that Fit 2022 Toyota Highlander
  Hey Fuzzy, we do have a lot of hitches that fit your 2022 Toyota Highlander but they basically fall into two styles. Ones that are mostly hidden where only the hitch opening hangs below the rear bumper like the # e75ZR and ones that have the crossbeam as well as the hitch opening hanging below the bumper like the part # C45CR. I prefer the mostly hidden hitches as they look a little nicer and they also have the capacity you mentioned needing but the advantage to the non-hidden hitches...
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• Trailer Hitch Recommendation for 2021 Toyota Highlander Limited Hybrid
  Hey Clarence, for your 2021 Toyota Highlander Limited AWD Hybrid the etrailer hitch part # e75ZR would be a great option that is a confirmed fit. It's mostly hidden and has great towing capacities. Then for trailer wiring you'd want the Curt part # C56RV and you'd be set. This installs really easily without having to splice into taillight wiring. Do you have a ball mount already?
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• What Are The Best Hitch Options For A 2021 Toyota Highlander AWD
  Hello William. Our best two hitch options for the 2021 Toyota Highlander are the etrailer Class 3 Hitch # e75ZR and the Curt Class 3 Hitch # C45CR. Both have the same 5,000 lb towing and 500 lb tongue weight rating. Our etrailer brand hitch is actually made by Curt, so the two are very similar. The main noteworthy difference is that our etrailer hitch uses a matte black powder coating, while the Curt has a black gloss coating. We have found that the matte black coating is better at resisting...
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• Comparing Curt Trailer Hitch Receivers for a 2022 Toyota Highlander XLE
  The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C99FR and Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C45CR are both fits for a 2022 Toyota Highlander XLE. The main difference between them is that the former has a hidden crosstube and the latter has a visible crosstube. The hidden crosstube will provide a better overall finish once installed so this is what I recommend. I have attached a photo of each below, the first being the hidden and the second being the visible. Please note, if you'll be towing then...
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• Most Concealed Hitch for a 2022 Toyota Highlander Limited
  The most hidden hitch for your 2022 Toyota Highlander Limited is going to be the Curt Trailer Hitch item # C99FR. The Curt hides the crosstube behind the bumper so all you see is the receiver tube opening and safety chain loops. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Highlander with included hardware. I have attached a picture below so you can see what this hitch looks like once installed. The wiring harness you will want is the Curt Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector...
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• What Is The Best Trailer Hitch For My 2023 Toyota Highlander Platinum Model
  I can definitely help and point you in the right direction. For your 2023 Toyota Highlander Platinum I recommend the Curt class 3 hitch # C45CR. This is a 2" reciever so it will be perfect for your Thule bike rack. I prefer this hitch over the others for a few reasons. First because it is the strongest hitch available for your car. This is rated for towing up to 6000 lbs and can hold up to 900 lbs tongue weight. So even for larger trailers and heavier loads this hitch will hold up nicely....
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• Comparing Trailer Hitch Receivers For 2021 Toyota Highlander
  I would be happy to help! For your 2021 Toyota Highlander there are quite a few different options but it will be dependent on if your vehicle is an XSE model or not. The EcoHitch # EH35VR, and etrailer # e75ZR will fit ALL models of the 2021 Toyota Highlander. The Curt # C99FR will all fit as long as your vehicle is NOT the XSE. And the Curt # C99FR will only work with the XSE model. Between all of these options I recommend going with the etrailer # e75ZR due to it having a hidden...
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• Recommended Trailer Hitch and 7-way Connector For 2020 Toyota Highlander Limited
  I'm really sorry to hear that your '14 Highlander got totaled and hope every one involved is ok! For your new 2020 Toyota Highlander Limited I recommend going with the Curt # C45CR as it's one of few hitches for your vehicle that's compatible with a weigh distribution hitch, but do know that all of the hitches for your vehicle mention that the hands free lift gate sensor will get blocked and will be very limited or may not work. I'd check with Toyota to see if they have a relocation bracket...
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• Comparing Curt Trailer Hitch Receivers # C99FR and C45CR For a 2022 Toyota Highlander
  The main difference that you will see is the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C45CR has a visible cross tube where the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C99FR has a hidden cross tube. So when you have these mounted on your 2022 Toyota Highlander Limited you will either see just the receiver slot and chain loops that hangs down, or you will see the receiver and cross tube that attach to the mounting plates on the left and right frame rails. I have included images so that you can see the difference...
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• Is There A Trailer Hitch That Will Fit A 2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid With 20" Wheels?
  Though we do have hitches available for your 2022 Toyota Highlander AWD Platinum Hybrid, like the Curt # C45CR (which is the highest rated option), the largest spare that can be stored under the vehicle after an install will be 18". This is due to where the hitch will sit. Unfortunately, there just will not be enough room for both under the vehicle.
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• Comparing Curt Hitches that Fit 2023 Toyota Highlander
  The two Curt hitches for your 2023 Toyota Highlander have different pros and cons but I would go with the Curt part # C99FR if it was me as it's mostly hidden since only the hitch opening hangs below the rear bumper. This can to up to a 5,000 lb trailer. The other Curt hitch part # C45CR has a slightly higher towing capacity at 6,000 lb trailer weight but it's a lot more visible since the crosstube also hangs below the rear bumper. This also slightly affects ground clearance as well.
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• Recommended Hitch for a 2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid
  We have a few hitches that will work great for your 2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid. We have the Curt Trailer Hitch # C99FR. It has a max tongue weight capacity of 500 lbs and a max gross trailer weight capacity of 5,000 lbs. If you would like a hitch that is rated for a bit more weight capacity, I would go with # C45CR. This hitch has a maximum tongue weight capacity of 900 lbs and a max gross trailer weight capacity of 6,000 lbs. With either of these hitches you will want to check what...
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• Recommended Trailer Hitch For A 2021 Audi Q5 And 2023 Toyota Highlander Hauling A Motorcycle
  The Curt 13499 is no longer offered but Curt manufactures all of the etrailer hitches for us so you'd be getting the same thing with the # e94CR, with the only difference being that this hitch comes with a matte black finish. The fitguide can be a bit confusing some times, but the reason for the plug-in / no plug-in clarification is because on some vehicles there are fitment differences between these models. Since the system sections the vehicle this way you'll see the same hitch twice...
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• Most Hidden Hitch for a 2023 Toyota Highlander
  The most concealed hitch for your 2023 Toyota Highlander is going to be the etrailer Hitch item # e75ZR. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Toyota with included hardware. I really like the etrailer item # e75ZR because the crosstube installs behind your rear bumper cover leaving only the 2" receiver visible. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a 5,000 lbs towing capacity, and a 500 lbs maximum tongue weight. I have attached a couple of pictures below, along with...
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• What Trailer Hitch and Wiring Fits My 2026 Toytoa Highlander with 20 inch tires?
  Hi Mark, The Curt Trailer Hitch part # C45CR will fit the frame of your 2026 Toyota Highlander but it won't allow space for your spare tire if it's larger than 18 inches. If your factory spare is 20 inches then I recommend the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part # EH35VR as it has been confirmed to work with the full size spare tire. I was unable to find a part on our site for the tx5652, but we do have a 56525 wiring harness that is meant for certain years of the Acura TLX,...
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• Trailer Hitch, Wiring and Brake Controller for 2021 Toyota Highlander
  I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C45CR. This is a confirmed fit, Class III hitch for your 2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid. This has a Tongue Weight (TW) of 900 lbs. with a Gross Towing Weight (GTW) of up to 8,000 lbs. To install a 7-way trailer connector to your 2021 Toyota Highlander first, there needs to be a 4-way, the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness part # TK74FR is what I suggest. This is a plug-in-play wiring harness that is a confirmed fit for your vehicle. Then, you...
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• What Hitch and Weight Distribution System do You Recommend for My 2022 Toyota Highlander Non-XSE?
  It is always a great idea to install a weight distribution hitch on your 2022 Toyota Highlander (non-XSE). For a hitch that is perfect for your application, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch # C45CR. When used with a weight distribution system, this hitch not only provides up to 900 pounds of maximum tongue weight and 8,000 pounds of maximum gross towing weight, it also comes with a superior gloss outer coat over the base powder coat to give you ultimate protection against rust and corrosion. As...
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