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SUVs Toyota Highlander Towing with the Highlander
41 messages, Last post on Oct 11, 2009 at 10:56 AM
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Replying to: jlabrie (Oct 25, 2006 8:53 pm) Thanks for the information. I didn't see that in the owner's manual about trailer brakes but will check it out. Bill
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Replying to: bmath (Oct 26, 2006 4:42 pm) You're welcome. If you look in the back of the manual under 'towing' you'll find the relevant pages - the part that talks about the trailer brakes is in the latter part of the manual (can't recall the exact pages, sorry). I finally found a local trailer shop who will put the electric brake control on my car. My Highlander came with the factory Tow Package, which may or may not make this whole thing easier - I'll let you know. Cheers, John |
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Replying to: jlabrie (Oct 25, 2006 8:53 pm)
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Replying to: webgood (Oct 31, 2006 6:47 am) I found a good installer and they installed new wiring along with a 2-in-1 harness that has both Flat-4 and Round-7 connectors on it. Inside the cabin they installed the Prodigy controller which is a very nice and easy to operate unit. I'll be towing about 3250 lbs total, so the trailer brakes will definitely be a plus. Thanks for the assist.
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Replying to: jlabrie (Nov 09, 2006 3:39 am) |
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This is my first post and I have read all the prior ones re: Towing. My hubby and I are considering buying an 02 6 Cyl HL -- our old 88 Volvo died and we want a mid size SUV as our second car (other is 95 Odyssey). We like the reviews/ratings that HL receives, and love the way it drives (NOT like a truck or SUV) We will need to launch/recover a 24' sailboat(boat and trailer  2900 lbs) on occasion (1-2x year max) We will NOT be towing it on highway and only for about 3 miles on local road - to/from launch site. Should we buy an 02 with the Tow Prep Package or can we just have our mechanic put a hitch on it? Doubt if there will be a warranty to worry about voiding. If we do buy "after market" - what can we expect to pay - less than $500 or more?? Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Hot for Highlander Jane
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Replying to: marylandwoman (Jun 03, 2007 5:54 pm)
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Replying to: marylandwoman (Jun 03, 2007 5:54 pm) |
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Replying to: webgood (Jun 04, 2007 6:26 am) Have you had any towing experiences with your Highlander? As a woman, I really appreciate the help you guys offer on these forums! Keep up the good WORK and WORDS!! Pleased as punch...
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Replying to: marylandwoman (Jun 04, 2007 10:10 am) As far as the power factor, not a problem at all. Even with all of the above, it kicks up plenty fast for 'oh-crap' passing of slow semis, ol' farts, and farm tractors. Hope this helps. Regards, BGood. 
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