What is Highlander tow prep package?
The tow prep package provides your vehicle with a larger radiator, alternator and a transmission oil cooler. These items “prep” the vehicle to haul heavy weights behind it, relieving the added stress on the engine.
What is included in Toyota Highlander tow package?
This Highlander has an optional towing package with 5,000 pounds of towing capacity along with a heavy-duty radiator and engine oil cooler. To make towing easy, the towing package includes Trailer Sway Control. The L, LE, and XLE models have systems that send 50% of available torque to the rear wheels.
Does the 2021 Highlander come with a tow package?
When paired with the available 3.5L V6 engine and optional tow package, the 2021 Toyota Highlander towing capacity reaches an impressive 5,000 pounds, helping you haul equipment and supplies around Pendleton with ease.
How much can a gladiator tow with a tow package?
Not all Jeep Gladiator trucks offer the maximum towing capacity of 7,650 pounds. Some of the models offer just 4,000 pounds!..
What is the tow Prep package on a Toyota Highlander?
None of these are pre-wired for trailers, the tow prep package is strictly a mechanical package to keep the engine and transmission safe if towing a load. The wiring harness and the actual hitch can be ordered from the parts department as an “accessory”.
Can a Toyota Highlander be used as a trailer?
None of these are pre-wired for trailers, the tow prep package is strictly a mechanical package to keep the engine and transmission safe if towing a load. The wiring harness and the actual hitch can be ordered from the parts department as an “accessory”. None of the highlanders are prewired or hitch installed at the factory.
Can a Toyota Highlander XLE tow 5000lbs?
You can still tow 5000lbs with the Base 6-cylinder model that’s not equipped with the tow package. My 2014 LE did not come with the tow package. You just need to add an external radiator cooler and an oil cooler. These can be had for under $1,000.
Where do you get the hitch on a Toyota Highlander?
The wiring harness and the actual hitch can be ordered from the parts department as an “accessory”. None of the highlanders are prewired or hitch installed at the factory. Some of these come from the delivery port with an extra option added with the hitch and wiring already there but that is added on top of the “tow prep package”.