Can Trim Panel of 2012 Toyota Sienna be Reinstalled after Draw Tite Hitch part # 36516 Installation

Updated 04/14/2014 | Published 04/13/2014

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Question:

Just want to know why the trim mold was not re-installed on the 2012 Sienna video. I would like to reinstall molding.. thanks .

asked by: Dave

Expert Reply:

As far as the appearance panel is concerned there are two options when installing this Draw Tite Hitch part # 36513, you can either remove it all together or you can trim it. When they installed this hitch in the video you referenced on the 2012 they chose just to remove it.

You could definitely reinstall the panel when you install this hitch on your vehicle as long as you trim it like the installation instructions recommend.

To complete your towing setup you may also be interested in the following products:

Tow Ready wiring kit part # 118498 to control the taillights of a trailer.
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