Can Tow Bar Wiring on 2007 Toyota Yaris be Used to Tow a Trailer

Updated 03/29/2016 | Published 03/25/2016

Question:

I have a Toyota yaris that was wired to be towed behind a motorhome..it no longer is being towed ever again so I was wondering if I can use the wiring to plug into my utility trailer to tow it around to the dump and town..thanks for your help

asked by: Rae-lynne R

Expert Reply:

No the tow bar wiring harnesses do not work in reverse. In other words if you were to plug in a trailer nothing would happen. You would need to install a regular trailer wiring harness in your 2007 Toyota Yaris.

If your Yaris is a sedan you can use wiring harness # 118517. If it is a hatchback then you would need a hardwire harness instead; # 119178KIT.

Please note that even though there are trailer hitches available for your Yaris such as # 24819 this vehicle is not designed for towing. Please consult the vehicle owner's manual for more information.

expert reply by: Michael H