Trailer Hitch and Wiring Recommendation for Towing with 2017 Toyota Highlander

Updated 05/16/2017 | Published 05/15/2017

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Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class IV - 2"

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T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector

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Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional

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etrailer Ball Mount Kit for 2" Hitches - 7,500 lbs

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Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat - 10 Gauge Wires

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Question:

I am planning to buy a Toyota Hylander LE plus Front wheel drive SUV. I am planning to tow an RV weighing no more than 3450 pounds. I have been reading all kinds of articles and Im more confused than ever on how much I can tow, does it have a tow package, pin connector etc. I attached a picture of the type of RV Im interested in. Long story short-what do I need to have on my 2017 highlander to my RV? Just a hitch wont do it. If it were yours what would you add to make the tow easier and most importantly, safer. I understand the highlander, V6 can tow up to 5000 lbs but it has to be equipped with other things besides a ball and hitch. Please help, wife wants to go camping.

asked by: Keith K

Expert Reply:

First you'll want to start with a trailer hitch for your 2017 Toyota Highlander which the Draw Tite hitch part # DT65MR is a confirmed fit that would work well. I attached an install video for you to check out too.

You will need to start with a 4-way (if does not come equipped with one). For that you would want the # 118449.

From there you would need to convert the 4-way to a 7-way so that you can install the brake controller. For that you will want the Brake Controller Install Kit and 7-Way Adapter part # ETBC7. I attached installation instructions and an install video for this product as well.

For a brake controller I would recommend the Prodigy P2 Brake Controller part # 90885. This is our best selling brake controller because of how well it works and how easy it is to setup.

Since you wanted to do some towing you might be interested in etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop and one with a 2-3/4 inch rise or 4 inch drop. It also includes a 1-7/8 inch ball, 2 inch ball, hitch pin with clip, and a storage bag.

If the ball mount kit does not include a ball mount with the right rise or drop to tow the trailer level, check out the link I have included that explains how to measure to choose a ball mount to tow the trailer level.