Parts Needed For Towing Setup For 2012 Toyota Venza For Towing Pop-Up Camping Trailer

Updated 04/04/2018 | Published 04/03/2018

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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"

(154)

$229.07

Anti-Rattle Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock for 2" Hitches - 3-1/2" Span

(1739)

$43.19

etrailer Ball Mount Kit for 2" Hitches - 3/4" Rise or 2" Drop - 7,500 lbs

(1375)

$51.66

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

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$62.63

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

(3399)

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Tekonsha Prodigy RF Wireless Brake Controller - Trailer Mount w Remote - 1 to 3 Axles - Proportional

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Question:

Hi, I need to setup my 2012 Toyota Venza for towing a pop-up camping trailer. The pop-up trailer has one axel and electric brakes with a 7-way plug. I'm planning on purchasing the following parts: Hitch: 13356 Wiring: C56079 Brake Controller: TK94FR Universal Kit: ETBC7 Mounting Box: 18159 Am I missing something? Should everything work well together? Thanks.

asked by: Daniel M

Expert Reply:

You have done your homework and have almost everything you need. For your complete towing setup, you will need:

Item # 13356 - Curt Hitch (confirmed fit for your 2012 Venza)
Item # C56079 - Trailer Wiring
Item # ETBC7 - 4-Way to 7-Way Universal Installation Kit for Brake Controller
Item # TK94FR- Prodigy RF Wireless Trailer Brake Controller
Item # 18159 - Mounting Box (optional, mounting bracket included in Item # ETBC7)
Item # 989891 - Ball Mount Kit (Includes: 1 fixed ball mount, 2 balls, 1 pin and clip, 1 storage bag)
Item # 63232 - Anti-Rattle Receiver Lock (optional but recommended)

This should get you good to go.

Before getting too far, be sure to check your owner's manual for limitations and recommendations for towing a trailer.

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