Toyota Highlander Tow Hitch Install

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Installing A recessed factory Toyota tow hitch for a 2016 Highlander. Enjoy!
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@dpw5288 5 жыл бұрын

Great work, close-up shots and details - everything is spot on.

@SS-ys2wh 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Thank you!! Thank you!!! Your idea to use vice-grips to hold the hitch onto a floor jack was brilliant. Never could have done the job alone without your video. Appreciate the video so much.

@Yellowdogsworld 4 жыл бұрын

I'm glad I could help :)

@jasontaylor5566 6 жыл бұрын

Great video, thank you for posting this. I just finished installing the factory setup on my wife's 2015 about an hour ago. Mine did NOT come with directions. Thank you again for the great instructions.

@striker1211 6 жыл бұрын

This is one of the best instructional videos I have ever seen. Clear, concise, good camera angles. Good job :) We are contemplating a 2016 Highlander (V6 AWD) and needed to see how easy this install would be before paying the dealer. Looks like we will do it ourselves. Thanks!

@stephaniemendez4956 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you yellow dog!! Great video and instructions. I was little puzzled without instructions but you and your video came up strong when needed. I was a one man show without a floor jack and jack stands. A few tiles boxes and 2x4 got the job done without lifting the car.

@Yellowdogsworld 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jonathan, I'm glad I could help :)

@New777World 5 жыл бұрын

For a three man Job, camera man holding the bumper and tighting the bolts. You did a great job, in one person! 👍great quality content

@brianburns6850 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the great video. I couldn’t have done it or at least as easily without you. Gave me the confidence to do it myself and it was a great time spent with my 12 yr old daughter who helped me and she learned a lot in the process. Thank You!

@Yellowdogsworld 4 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help!

@cabriolet330 6 жыл бұрын

Excellent job making this video. Thanks for taking the time to help others.

@h20sno 6 жыл бұрын

Great Video! Saved me tons of time. I found the same on a 2018. No need to trim the right side. Also, I used jack stands to hold the hitch in place to attach the bolts. One person. I didn't have the giant vice grips.

@Yellowdogsworld 6 жыл бұрын

Happy the video helped out, Jack stands will work too, got to make do with what you have :)

@wavehomeinspection 2 жыл бұрын

great to see these videos, would this kit work for a 2017 hybrid highlander?

@andrewpullen2655 4 жыл бұрын

Just about to tackle this same job. This was a great help. Really great job with the video.

@evilpluto 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video! I don't know if I could have done it without it (my kit didn't come with instructions for some reason). Seeing where to cut in particular helped me out. One thing I struggled with (for future DIYers) was removing the shelf inside the trunk to run the cables. There's a nut on the left side, and a bunch of clips with the carpet. Thanks again!

@Yellowdogsworld 6 жыл бұрын

Your welcome, I'm glad the video was helpful. :)

@rickkacos6816 6 жыл бұрын

So glad I saw this video. Looking to buy a Highlander and we were only looking at the ones with the hitch already on. Not necessary. Thanks

@DanMcConnell1 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for the great instructional video. I too, used your vice grip jack hoist tip for a 1 person install. Saved plenty for the clean OEM hitch install. 2019 XLE Hybrid. Thank you!

@Yellowdogsworld 2 жыл бұрын

Your welcome 😊

@shrikatsirsi 6 жыл бұрын

That looks so clean and tidy .. I cannot DIY this stuff and not many people in H Town do it this way..

@brba825 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Followed this for 2018 hybrid Ltd. This video was extremely helpful. I had to use side braces to “stretch hitch before installing left side screws to frame on bottom. Also didn’t need to cut right underside plastic for the hybrid, just the left piece.

@Yellowdogsworld 3 жыл бұрын

Happy to help, good to hear it worked out for you :)

@ricardomaduro2042 6 жыл бұрын

Lovely video. Just got the 2017, and I believe I would buy the factory toyota hitch, now, over a third party one. Cheers.

@Yellowdogsworld 6 жыл бұрын

My feelings exactly :)

@thegentleman90 5 ай бұрын

I'm glad that my buddy and I installed mine at his body shop. Also, I got my lower cover painted to match the Highlander's OEM body color. I keep getting compliments from other Highlander owners.

@Yellowdogsworld 5 ай бұрын

I bet that does look good 😁

@papichamploo Жыл бұрын

Can confirm this is the same process for the 2017 to 2019 as well. Thanks for this 👍🏼.

@CSM108 6 жыл бұрын

I installed this today on a 2017 Highlander XLE. Everything was spot on here! My only add here would be for the 2017 XLE model, you only need to modify the driver side underbody plastic mold (take a small Dremel and cut off the needed section). For the passenger side, it will install same way from factory.

@easybeat2019 3 жыл бұрын

same here for the limited. i assume you would want to cut the passenger side for easier access to the bolts to periodically tighten them...? otherwise, yes, no need to cut.

@mfamtec13 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video, just finished installing this on 2019 Highlander, great job! 👍

@Yellowdogsworld 4 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped! ... And my wife thought I was crazy for putting this video out... its helped a lot of people :)

@chuckhood5707 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, gotta say I was most impressed with how clean your highlander is underneath.

@Yellowdogsworld 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍, Its a southern car that's been spared harsh winters and bad roads. 😁

@NOne-yt1tj 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this. Bought mine directly from the dealership and it didn't come with instructions. Big thumbs up for the torque specs!

@Yellowdogsworld 3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome, and I'm glad to hear there's someone else in the world that values torque specs :)

@pilotop6851 6 жыл бұрын

I would use the factory hitch too. It serves as a nice albeit small step for washing the roof or reaching things. Otherwise there is nowhere to step. Like you say its also hidden and looks a lot better than an under-slung aftermarket hunk of hitch.

@WeWuzKangzNsheeet 2 жыл бұрын

This video was FAAAAAANTASTIC. Was a breeze. The only thing I didn’t do was the harness as I will not tow a trailer but use it to haul a utility box and bikes. I also didn’t add the plastic box that you cut up back as well.

@Yellowdogsworld 2 жыл бұрын

thanks, happy to help 👍

@cheefussmith9380 3 жыл бұрын

I finally did it! So glad I didn’t pay Toyota to do this. Cost me $6 in labor for Panera coffee and muffin to my dad. We used a Coleman cooler and a few piece of that purple insulation stuff they put on the side of houses. Super easy. Couldn’t fins a vicegrips that fit. Anyway, this video is spot on and saved me a ton! Thanks again!!

@Yellowdogsworld 3 жыл бұрын

That is awesome! And a bonus was you got to spend time dad :)

@peter-ou3cl 3 жыл бұрын

Wonderful to see a torque wrench being used for a change in a DIY video. Thanks.

@Yellowdogsworld 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I figured if i'm gonna go through the installation... I gotta do the right way :)

@JohnSmith-lw2bm 2 жыл бұрын

No one else knows what a torque wrench is.

@w.hishmeh 3 жыл бұрын

Nicely done. I appreciate you sharing the process.

@Yellowdogsworld 3 жыл бұрын

thanks :)

@randyball1307 Жыл бұрын

I ordered a oem hitch that came with no instructions. This video really saved my ass,thanks!

@Yellowdogsworld Жыл бұрын

Your welcome 🙏 😊

@chrisperner8172 4 жыл бұрын

Great job on the video. Mine did not come with instructions either. Followed your video and all went together very smoothly. Thanks a bunch.

@Yellowdogsworld 4 жыл бұрын

Cool, glad I could help :)

@danelen 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this! Like someone else who commented mine didn't come with any instructions so this video was a lifesaver.

@Yellowdogsworld 3 жыл бұрын

Your Welcome :)

@workwithamar 2 жыл бұрын

I was planning to do this myself. Your video has given me the confidence. Thanks a lot for uploading this great video. 2 Thumbs Up!

@Yellowdogsworld 2 жыл бұрын

Your welcome, happy to help 😀

@byronlentz4825 Жыл бұрын

I appreciate the video. My install wasn't too bad, 2019 XLE model. Had trouble with a couple bolts not wanting to go in. I've got a M12 1.25 tap ordered to chase the threads. Thanks for the help.

@Yellowdogsworld Жыл бұрын

Happy to hear the video helped 😊

@amidroc 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video! I completed the install in under a couple hours yesterday on our 2017 Highlander SE. I did find that the RH cover didn't need to be cut on our model. Thanks again.

@Yellowdogsworld 6 жыл бұрын

Cool, its an easy install for the most part if ya got the right tools, Glad the video helped :)

@gregluka7427 5 жыл бұрын

Great job!!! thanks for taking the time to make this video.

@Yellowdogsworld 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you, and your welcome :)

@Siberguy2008 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. About 5 minutes in you mentioned the instructions say it's a 2 man job. I'm wondering because I didn't get any paper work with mine at all, not even a parts list. I called the place I got it from and was told they come that way. It looks like yours came with some info. I think my 2019 looks enough like yours that I will be able OK so I am really glad you put this up.

@Yellowdogsworld 5 жыл бұрын

If it makes you feel any better, my kit didn't come with instructions either. I asked the parts rep where I purchased the hardware for the installation instructions. They were nice enough to print me what Toyota makes available to their technicians. So what i went by is not necessarily meant for the general public. I hope the information in the video helps out :)

@thomassemich4627 4 жыл бұрын

Ah ha!

@rickkacos6816 6 жыл бұрын

I installed the hitch after watching the video and downloading instructions on our new 2018 Highlander. Just so anyone who cares knows, you don't have to do any trimming on the right hand side under cover. Goes right back on with no modification. Thanks again for the video.

@Yellowdogsworld 6 жыл бұрын

Cool, that's one less thing you have to modify. I appreciate the information, and i'm glad you found the video useful :)

@mphorton40 6 жыл бұрын

Do you know the part number of the hitch you bought for your 2018 Highlander? Online I see one that is PT228-48170 and another that is PT228-48172.

@MichaelRoss74 5 жыл бұрын

@@mphorton40 The part whose number ends in 140 (the one in this video) protrudes from the bumper somewhat. The one that ends in 172 is more flush with the bumper (and for some reason is now discontinued but can still be purchased).

@easybeat2019 3 жыл бұрын

no instructions provided...would have been lost without this video...THANK YOU! pro tip: take pics of the pushpins and screws for the covers before you take them off so you can remember where each one goes when you put the covers back on.

@Yellowdogsworld 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip :)

@bitwalla4536 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. The vice grip jack trick worked for me on a one person install. Seeing it all before doing it all was a great help. I don’t know why Toyota doesn’t provide cut out templates (as they do for running boards) for the undercovers, but it’s not rocket science. I used large tin snips to cut the plastic - not that hard. Installed on 2019 hybrid limited.

@Yellowdogsworld 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome, glad the video and vice grips help out 😊

@boardnbatten Жыл бұрын

Installed mine last night. Thanks for such a great guide. 🙏🙏🙏

@Yellowdogsworld Жыл бұрын

Awesome, it’s nice to hear when folks find the info helpful😊

@boardnbatten Жыл бұрын

Any chance you have a video showing how to install a break controller?

@dougscopel5223 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for posting this. Made the install very easy to do.

@Yellowdogsworld 4 жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

@patricklondon6006 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, for doing this video. I will be getting the Toyota hitch. Very nice looking, you did a great job.

@Yellowdogsworld 5 жыл бұрын

Thank's :)

@hayderabdulameer8839 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video. Without your video I wouldn’t be able to install it. God bless

@Yellowdogsworld 3 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help :)

@petercullen746 5 жыл бұрын

Thank very much for the video. I’m ready to install my hitch now.

@Yellowdogsworld 5 жыл бұрын

Glad the video helped :)

@georgemcdonald8126 2 жыл бұрын

Really nice video! I work alone most times also - nice way to lift the hitch to the frame. I thought the same in my head prior to watching your video.

@Yellowdogsworld 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks.. great minds think alike.. 😆

@georgemcdonald8126 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks again. I received no instructions with parts so your video really helped! The floor Jack was genius for me as I installed by myself.

@bobbrum100 4 жыл бұрын

I watched this video several times before my hitch and wiring came today. I was a pro by the time the box arrive. The vice grips and the jack was brilliant although it works much better to put the car back down so that jack can place the hitch perfectly near the mounting points. For the two 12MM nuts on the driver side shroud, it’s important to pull the shroud down hard while removing the two plastic nuts. They’ll just spin in place if you don’t.

@williamkessler3847 3 жыл бұрын

Can you let us in on what you paid for the original parts? I want to compare the cost vs the aftermarket stuff. I agree with everyone that this is a really good video. Nicely done!

@Yellowdogsworld 3 жыл бұрын

@@williamkessler3847 Its been a while, but I think it was around $500 to $600 for the hitch and wire kit. It is a bit more than aftermarket, but it has a much better fit and finish IMO :)

@johntorre1213 5 жыл бұрын

Great video, very, very instructional and very clear. Thank you.

@Yellowdogsworld 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks :)

@aaronheffelfinger4332 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, made installing the OE hitch on my wifes 2018 a breeze, especially since they neglected to put any instructions inside the box

@Yellowdogsworld 3 жыл бұрын

thanks! : )

@user-vs8jb1lw1b 6 жыл бұрын

Great job!

@thomashilborn570 6 жыл бұрын

I turn Wrenches for a living (35+ years). With all the certifications that come with my field of work. I must say this is a VERY good "how to " video. We recently purchased a Highlander and I will be installing a factory hitch. From all the years of experience I carry, I know you cannot find an aftermarket hitch system the compares to Factory. The wiring system alone is perfect. Absolutely no splicing from what I see in your video. Thanks for the video and advice! I too find myself doing installs by myself. I really liked your idea with the vice grip/floor jack combination.

@Yellowdogsworld 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Thomas, I spent a few years turning wrenches myself :) I appreciate the compliment on the install and video. The only real gripe i have with whole kit is the wire harness... they didn't make it puppy proof. The new mutt in the yard thought the connector would be a good thing to chew on.

@condor5635 5 жыл бұрын

Installing that for your wife must have been good for 3-4 kitchen passes! Great job

@Yellowdogsworld 5 жыл бұрын

Well, one would think, However as any married man knows... Your work is never done, and list never gets any shorter :)

@fatalbiteN 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. Just did mine 2016. It was a little difficult taking the insert out in the truck. I also cut way less off the left side and nothing on the right. Fit great!!

@Yellowdogsworld 5 жыл бұрын

Your welcome, i'm glad the video helped. Funny thing with trunk, through the power of editing i made it look easy.. but truth be told.... well ill never say :)

@xyber9ster 4 жыл бұрын

@@Yellowdogsworld would you be able to give a little more details on how that insert was removed or PM with that please, I know this was a couple years ago for you but I am getting ready to install one on my 2016. Appreciate it.

@Yellowdogsworld 4 жыл бұрын

I wish my memory served me better, however i don't remember the exact details on getting the trunk insert out. Best I can remember its not that difficult, of the items i covered in my video I think using a strap to hold it up out the way was the best tip I could offer.

@xyber9ster 4 жыл бұрын

@@Yellowdogsworld thank you!

@karinacastillo2001 3 жыл бұрын

Excelente video. Just installed mine on a 2019 Highlander. Great job and easy explanation. So funny your jack helper hahaha.

@Yellowdogsworld 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, its amazing the uses you find for good pair of vice grips :)

@michaelcrouch4248 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent video!

@Yellowdogsworld 5 жыл бұрын

thank's

@batdude2196 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video! My hitch came with no instructions!! I found this job easy to do, anyone can do it but it took most of a Saturday. Some PRO TIPS that I discovered during install: (1) Remove the spare tire. Makes life a lot easier under there. (2) You don't need to completely remove the back tray where the tire tools etc live. Remove the 10 mm bolt upper left side then pry from the left gently until you get 1/2 or more of it unlocked across the back. That's enough to run the cable back there. (3) The far outer pins on the two new bumper facias are almost impossible to install. I could not get my big hands up in there. Use a plastic wire-tie instead. Easy to put in, much tighter and because its tighter looks better on the outside. Leaves things nice and flush. (4) If you didn't get instructions like me, if you need them, your Toyota dealer can email a copy to you.

@Yellowdogsworld 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped!

@andy_ceb 3 жыл бұрын

I want to do this on my Mom's 2021 Highlander. Thanks for the video, was helpful 👍🏼

@Yellowdogsworld 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped

@dkfishman3806 3 жыл бұрын

Have you done it already? Does the same part fit the 2021? I just got the 2021 highlander so the info would be great!

@russelljames2544 5 жыл бұрын

Getting ready to do one Friday, glad I have a Bend Pak 9k two post lift in my garage,, too old to get up and down off creepers...

@staffordmccoy8109 Жыл бұрын

thanks for showing the skid plate cuts. That was very helpful.

@Yellowdogsworld Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@robertbellini6491 6 жыл бұрын

great video!

@craiggrant84 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video the dealer wanted $1300 to do this. I paid $365 for the hitch follow your instructions and installed it myself. It took me about two hours to install.

@Yellowdogsworld 3 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help :)

@Rodrigo22tierod Жыл бұрын

@@Yellowdogsworld hi. I khabe a question.. name of the product and w did u buy please

@deputys45 4 жыл бұрын

Great job awesome video 👍😎

@jasonsewell22 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video... Helped me with my install for sure!

@Yellowdogsworld 4 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped

@03BlueMach1 3 жыл бұрын

This video was a life saver. Thank you very much.

@Yellowdogsworld 3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

@Axeltiguere1976 4 жыл бұрын

Definitely better to get oem parts. Everything is well thought out, and i love how everything just clips together. I just installed one today, and so I understand exactly what you mean.

@AldapesExpress 2 жыл бұрын

Great video man!

@Yellowdogsworld 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!

@samuelsanchez6180 5 жыл бұрын

Outstanding video.

@Yellowdogsworld 5 жыл бұрын

thanks :)

@aaronvalerio19 3 жыл бұрын

I would spray that tow hitch and the parts where it will be attached to with line-x or raptor bedliner to prevent it from rusting. Thanks for sharing your installation process.

@Yellowdogsworld 3 жыл бұрын

Good idea :) especially in rust belt parts of the US.

@Criscross292 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks! That really helped a lot. Great tutorial

@Yellowdogsworld 5 жыл бұрын

Your welcome, glad I could help :)

@CRHILTON87 3 жыл бұрын

The best video on how to install a hitch..

@Yellowdogsworld 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks :)

@aarondelagarza7513 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. I was able to do it very quickly.

@Yellowdogsworld 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent!

@howardfrederick3953 4 жыл бұрын

Great Job and spot on!!! Many thanks

@Yellowdogsworld 4 жыл бұрын

Your Welcome :)

@hype2002 5 жыл бұрын

Great video...

@alisonmccampbellblair6857 4 жыл бұрын

I love this! Thank you! Your video is way better than Etrialer

@Yellowdogsworld 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, :) and I didn't even have a camera crew

@paulaguild4709 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome video! I am lin the process of buying a 2018 HIghlander and needed to see this so I can understand how this thing is SUPPOSED to be installed by the dealership.

@motch6182 5 жыл бұрын

Paula Guild what’s the dealership charging you for the install? What do the parts cost? What is their labor charge?

@junoypi 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent information.

@Yellowdogsworld 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you think so!

@tatapscott 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video. I would add that it doesn't appear you replace the tow hooks since the hitch has tow points on it. I left mine off. Also, the last piece you cut out of the plastic trim isn't necessary on my 2016. I left it and dry fit the piece, and it fits perfectly. Tin snips were much faster than the dremel. Finally, some of the bolts really want to cross-thread. It was the biggest pain having two that didn't want to go in completely straight. Finger tighten them all for several threads, then use a tool (I used my cordless ratchet), then torque wrench.

@Yellowdogsworld 3 жыл бұрын

I'm happy the video helped out, and yes the tow hooks are not needed once the hitch is installed, at least that's my opinion :)

@sstatic6093 3 жыл бұрын

man this is the best video ever

@Yellowdogsworld 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks :)

@claudiorojas6764 3 жыл бұрын

Great! Thanks for posting!

@Yellowdogsworld 3 жыл бұрын

Your welcome :)

@stev8468 3 жыл бұрын

Great video in 2021, great idea on the extra helper

@Yellowdogsworld 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@justinhongkukkim4743 10 ай бұрын

Beautiful

@Yellowdogsworld 10 ай бұрын

Thank you

@ronrayburn6843 2 жыл бұрын

Great Video, Can you list the Bumper Hitch you used and the part number for the upgraded bumper cover. You sure did a great job. Im just hard of hearing comments Thank you

@shelbygt8525 2 жыл бұрын

Good job

@AverageNiceGuy 6 жыл бұрын

Nice! Thanks

@curiousmike1044 4 жыл бұрын

This helps a lot. Thanks.

@Yellowdogsworld 4 жыл бұрын

Your Welcome :)

@JonBNice 6 жыл бұрын

thanks for the guide...very helpful. also, im curious about your jack stands...when you placed it under the pinch welds, doesnt it bend it? or yours has a groove that enables the welds to go between it?

@Yellowdogsworld 6 жыл бұрын

the stands do have a groove, but also there is a area that has a little more reinforcement on the seam, this where I put the stands. It holds up fine for supporting the car in applications like this one.

@afmustang3421 4 жыл бұрын

Great job. Made my install a lot easier

@Yellowdogsworld 4 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped

@Sep45 5 жыл бұрын

Dude, Thanks!

@jqsoutdooradventures6951 3 жыл бұрын

Great video straight forward and to the point. Whoever gave this video a thumbs down probably couldn't install it lol

@Yellowdogsworld 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks,,, probably the same people who live under bridges and scare little children :)

@TrilhaMundo 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!!!

@Yellowdogsworld 2 жыл бұрын

Your welcome 🤗

@joyful_jellybean3713 3 жыл бұрын

I am excited to try installing this hitch thanks to this video!! What kind of blade did you use in your Dremel? I do not own one but am thinking about purchasing one or renting one for this project. Thanks again!

@MrPapi4 3 жыл бұрын

Hello, I used shears and worked perfectly!

@igorz3600 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome video. Could you please tell me where you printed the instructions? I'm going to be doing the install on our 2019 Highlander in the near future.

@Yellowdogsworld 4 жыл бұрын

I had a friend at my local dealership print them for me

@denyboy15 6 жыл бұрын

very nice, i wish i went this route before i bought an aftermarket one from a friend for 100$. its a 13 highlander and i havent installed it yet. where did you order the "plug n play" harness?

@Yellowdogsworld 6 жыл бұрын

Both parts the Hitch Kit and the Harness were factory kits. They were both purchased over the counter at my local Toyota dealer. This set up is more expensive i must confess, however in some applications its just worth the extra money.

@saychow03 4 жыл бұрын

Great video. Does the bumper part come with the hitch or do you have to purchase that separately?

@Yellowdogsworld 4 жыл бұрын

The kit comes with the new bumper panel. The only thing I bought separate was the harness kit.

@sunshinecoastashl9770 5 жыл бұрын

Great instructional. Wouldn't be able to install the wiring harness like you did as rats would be able to nest in that size of an opening. Was wondering if anyone has any tips on how to enable the rear view monitor to be viewable while towing. Also, anyone have any luck finding 7 pin options? hard to believe they don't have this for a vehicle with 5k towing capacity...

@jfang560 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks nice video

@Yellowdogsworld 3 жыл бұрын

Most welcome

@beby138 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot !!!!

@Yellowdogsworld 5 жыл бұрын

your welcome :)

@iDude607 6 жыл бұрын

Excellent video, appreciate you taking the time to show us. Does your Highlander have the tow package? (150 amp alternator, engine and transmission oil cooler) Would you mind making a video on how to identify these?

@Yellowdogsworld 6 жыл бұрын

I know our highlander has a towing capacity rating of 5000 pounds. It has the 3.5 liter V6, however i doubt it came with any additional add on's since it is a base model. I will have to look into the oil cooler's, and alternator. Since it is rated at 5000 Lbs it may come standard with the 3.5 V/6's.

@iDude607 6 жыл бұрын

Yellowdog02 appreciate the reply. I read that all v6 models (2016 and after) will come with the tow package, however I couldn't find anything about it.

@pilotop6851 6 жыл бұрын

iDude that is correct all 2016+ V6 have the engine oil & trans oil coolers for 5,000 tow rating. Just need to add the hitch. Prior to that LE were 2,000 lb and XLE and above were 5,000 lb. You can confirm tow rating and factory configuration for any specific vehicle by looking up the VIN here: www.toyota.com/owners/vehicle-specification Marketing comparison of '16 and '15: www.continentaltoyota.com/2016-toyota-highlander-vs-2015-highlander-model-comparison-serving-chicago-il.html

@iDude607 6 жыл бұрын

PilotOp68 thanks so much for the confirmation. Thought I've looked everywhere but missed those. Really appreciate it!

@stevenclark6662 4 жыл бұрын

Hey Yellowdog, I just picked up my factory hitch and harness from local dealer and your video will surely make this a lot easier for me so thanks! Just a question - about what was the total time, from jacking up to jacking back down? Thanks again

@Yellowdogsworld 4 жыл бұрын

With out filming maybe a couple of hours or so.

@cheefussmith9380 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah, Toyota wanted 350 in labor for this job. I think I’ll do this myself and pay myself 50 ;p

@notasixpack 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this detailed video! Did the bumper trim come with the factory hitch or do you have to get that separately?

@notasixpack 5 жыл бұрын

I finally read through the comments and see that this question has already been asked and answered.. so never mind, but thanks regardless!

@Yellowdogsworld 5 жыл бұрын

I missed this one, but yes, it does come in the kit :)

@romeroag 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video, I've got a 2016, can you point me to where you would recommend I buy the hitch and wiring harness you showed being installed?

@Yellowdogsworld 2 жыл бұрын

since the hitch was OEM, i think the only place you can get it is through a dealership.. at least that's where I purchased my setup.

@deboisblanc 2 жыл бұрын

Since I don't have any of those tools, I'll have to pay to get that done. My 2106 Highlander is now 6 years old and my wife's new Lexus GX460 did not come with the tow package, so I will need to get this done.

@Yellowdogsworld 2 жыл бұрын

Lol.. we’ll in a case like that.. I use it as an excuse to buy more tools 😊