Accessing Battery to Install C59496 Trailer Wiring Harness on 2016 Toyota Prius

Updated 11/21/2016 | Published 11/19/2016

Question:

hi i just installed my draw-tite hitch on my 2016 prius was not bad all went well. now i stump on the wireing C59496 i cannot find any video or info on how to get to the battery on 2016 prius can you help i can only find info on older prius buit no 2016 all other are under spare tire but my battery is under seat i think just need to know how to get to it.. thanks

asked by: Maurice M

Expert Reply:

To access the battery in your 2016 Prius, you will need to remove the seat portion of the passenger side rear seat. This should expose your battery. Next, you will simply remove the passenger side trim in the rear of the vehicle and run the power wire of your Upgraded Circuit Protected ModuLite with 4 Pole Harness and Hardwire Kit, # C59496 behind that molding on the passenger side from the rear light to the back seat and make your connection to the battery. Make sure your in-line fuse is accessible either under the seat or at the tail light versus behind that molded panel for accessibility. Then reinstall the plastic trim/molding being careful not to pinch or crimp the wire and finally, reinstall the rear seat. All of the connections will be the same as those in the attached video.

expert reply by: Jason S