Mount: Hopkins Plug-In Simple Wiring Harness for Factory Tow Package on a 2017 Toyota Highlander Video

The custom trailer wiring harness for your 2018 Toyota Highlander with the tow package is part #HM11141825; however, it's only a 4-way connector. To get a 7-way on your Highlander start with the #HM11141825 4-way and then use our #ETBC7 kit to…

Instead of using the MaxxTow Ball Mount part #MT70066, I recommend using the Swagman Traveler XCS part #S64664 which installs on a 2" square ball mount and will allow you to carry two bikes. This option will position the bike rack closer to the…

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

The more concealed trailer hitches that fit your 2016 Toyota Highlander EcoHitch #306-X7250 will be just as easy to use as the more visible hitches. These are definitely the way to go as you get all of the function of the other hitches while not…

There are a few trailer hitches available for the 2014 Toyota Highlander that are compatible with the full-size spare tire. Some of these hitches, like you mentioned, will fit with the full-size spare but only if the rim isn't aluminum. The…

My favorite trailer hitch for your 2018 Toyota Highlander that I would recommend for it is the part #306-X7250 because it only has a visible hitch opening below the rear bumper. I attached an installation video for you.

The red wire on a trailer brake controller like the Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller part #RED24FR when using the Universal Wiring Harness for Redarc Tow-Pro Trailer Brake Controllers part #RED69FR will need to be attached to the cold side of…

The best way to determine if your 2012 Toyota Highlander has a factory tow package is to have a Toyota dealer run the VIN number in their computer system. They can tell you how the vehicle is equipped that way. If they say you do not have the tow…

For an inconspicuous hitch to use on your 2019 Toyota Highlander XLE Hybrid, I recommend using the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver #306-X7250 because it mounts behind your bumper and only leaves the receiver visible. This is going to be great…

The MaxxTow Ball Mount w/ 2" Accessory Receiver #MT70066 has a Gross Towing Weight (GTW) of 5,000 lbs and a a Tongue Weight (TW) of 500 lbs. The 500 lb TW is a combination of both the top receiver and the ball mount. Typically the TW of a…

That is very strange and I am not sure how or why it would show that. The good news is we do have a EcoHitch for your 2018 Toyota Highlander. The EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver #306-X7397 that you referenced is for a 2018-2021 Audi Q5 which…

The etrailer hitch part #e98844 is a confirmed fit for your Highlander since your spare is steel. The magnet test you performed proves it is steel since it wouldn't stick to aluminum. The aluminum wheel spare is just too wide which is why they…