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| Side Application Type Description | Blank |
| Tongue Weight (TW) | 350 LB |
| Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty (One-Year Finish, One-Year Parts) |
| Weight Carrying Capacity (WC) | 3,500 LB |
| Weight Distribution (WD) | 4,000 LB |
| Weight Distribution Tongue Weight (WDTW) | 400 LB |
| Finish | GLOSS BLACK POWDER COAT |
| Main Body Shape | Round |
| Material | Carbon Steel |
| Mount Type Description | Blank |
| Receiver Tube Size | 2 IN |
| Battery-Powered | Yes |
| Converter Type | Circuit Protected and Powered |
| Electrical System Type | 3W |
| Finish | N/A |
| Material | Blank |
| Mount Type Description | Blank |
| Output Type | 4-Way Flat |
| Side Application Type Description | Blank |
| T-Connector Location | S8 |
| Tail Light Circuits | 6.0 Amps |
| Turn and Brake Circuits | 3.0 Amps |
| Warranty | One-Year Limited Warranty |
| Ball Diameter | 2 IN |
| 10282 | Yes |
| Color | Black |
| Drop | 2 IN |
| Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) | 7,500 LB |
| Material | Carbon Steel |
| Receiver Tube Size | 2 IN |
| Shank Diameter | 2 IN |
| Tongue Weight (TW) | 750 LB |
| Truckload Dom Pickup Location | Eau Claire, Wi |
| Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty (One-Year Finish, One-Year Parts) |
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| Year | Make & Model | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 - 2013 | Toyota Highlander | — |
The 08-13 Toyota Highlander 2 CURT Trailer Hitch + Assure Proportional Brake Controller Kit HBCW2394 (Part #HBCW2394) fits 2008-2013 Toyota Highlander models. The 2013 model year is the last year covered by this part number. For newer models, check for an updated version.
The 08-13 Toyota Highlander 2 CURT Trailer Hitch + Assure Proportional Brake Controller Kit HBCW2394 (Part #HBCW2394) fits the following vehicles: 2008-2013 Toyota Highlander. Always verify your specific year, make, and model before ordering.
Yes, the 08-13 Toyota Highlander 2 CURT Trailer Hitch + Assure Proportional Brake Controller Kit HBCW2394 (Part #HBCW2394) is designed to fit the 2008-2013 Toyota Highlander.
The 08-13 Toyota Highlander 2 CURT Trailer Hitch + Assure Proportional Brake Controller Kit HBCW2394 (Part #HBCW2394) Refer to the included instructions for installation details. Basic hand tools are typically all you need.
Yes. The Curt 13530 receiver hitch is designed for 04-06 Lexus RX330 models. Confirm your vehicle year falls within this range before ordering.
Yes. The Curt 13530 is compatible with 04-07 Toyota Highlander and Highlander Hybrid models. A 2008 model year is outside this range and compatibility cannot be confirmed.
Yes. The Curt 13530 is designed for 07-current Lexus RX350 models, which includes 2010 and later model years.
Yes. The Curt 13530 is compatible with 06-current Lexus RX400H models, which includes 2006 and all later model years.
The hitch weight is 40 lbs.
The kit includes 6 M10×1.25 hex head cap screws (HHCS), class 10.9, part number 10-10271, and 6 conical washers (S-CON, 7/16 inch), part number 30-00163. These fasteners are installed into existing weldnuts in the vehicle frame.
Yes. Remove tie-down brackets if present on your vehicle before beginning installation.
Maneuver the passenger side plate around the exhaust, then hold the hitch up against the frame. Align the hitch mounting holes to the existing weldnuts in the frame before installing fasteners.
Install the 6 included M10×1.25 hex head cap screws (part 10-10271) with conical washers (part 30-00163) into the existing weldnuts in the frame. Do not use other fasteners.
Torque all M10 fasteners to 49 lb.-ft.
Do not exceed your vehicle manufacturer's recommended towing capacity. The manual states this is a critical safety requirement, but specific capacity values for this hitch model are not provided in the documentation. Contact Curt Manufacturing at 1-877-287-8634 or consult your vehicle's owner manual for exact limits.
Periodically check the receiver hitch to ensure that all fasteners are tight and that all structural components are sound. This ongoing inspection helps maintain safe operation and extends the life of the hitch.
Alteration to, misuse of, or improper installation of this product voids the warranty. Curt Manufacturing's liability is limited to repair or replacement of defective products and excludes liability for incidental or consequential loss or damage.
The Curt 13530 fits 04-06 Lexus RX330, 06-current RX400H, 07-current RX350, and 04-07 Toyota Highlander & Highlander Hybrid.
Six M10×1.25 hex head cap screws and six conical washers. These install into existing frame weldnuts.
Yes, remove tie-down brackets if present before installation.
Torque all M10 fasteners to 49 lb.-ft.
Periodically check that all fasteners are tight and all structural components are sound.
The kit includes: one 30 amp auto-resetting circuit breaker, two #10 ring terminals, two 3/8" ring terminals, two 1/2" ring terminals, three 12-10 gauge butt connectors, 10 feet of 10 ga black/white duplex wire, 20 feet of 10 ga blue cross-linked wire, and eight 8.5" cable ties.
Yes, but with a critical difference: these vehicles require the stop signal wire to be spliced to the light green wire on the turn signal harness connector under the dash, not to the brake pedal switch. Do NOT connect to the red wire with green stripe, as serious damage may occur. All other vehicles connect to the brake pedal switch instead.
You will need: a test light, wire stripper/cutter, crimp tool, and 3/8" box end wrench. The test light is used to identify the cold (switched) side of the brake pedal switch.
Yes. The manual cautions to disconnect the tow vehicle's negative battery cable before installation. Reconnect it only in the final step after all wiring is complete.
Mount the 30 amp circuit breaker near the tow vehicle's positive battery terminal. This keeps the power wire run as short as possible and protects the circuit.
Use 10 gauge (10 ga) black wire from the duplex wire included in the kit. Strip 3/8" of insulation from each end. Crimp a #10 ring terminal to the end that attaches to the circuit breaker stud labeled 'BAT', and a 3/8" or 1/2" ring terminal (sized to fit your battery terminal) to the end that attaches to the positive battery terminal.
Feed the 10 ga duplex wire from the brake controller in the cockpit through the firewall into the engine compartment toward the battery. Cut to length as needed. At the battery end, crimp a 3/8" or 1/2" ring terminal to the white wire and a #10 ring terminal to the black wire. Attach the black wire to the circuit breaker stud labeled 'AUX' and tighten the nut with a 3/8" box end wrench.
When passing the duplex wire through the firewall into the engine compartment, use an existing grommet, add a new grommet, or fill the hole with silicone rubber to insulate and protect the wire. The same protection applies when passing the blue cross-linked wire through any sheet metal at the rear of the vehicle.
In the cockpit, attach the black duplex wire to the brake controller's battery wire (typically black) and the white duplex wire to the brake controller's ground wire (typically white). Use either one of the supplied yellow butt connectors or solder the leads together and insulate with heat shrink tubing.
Locate the brake pedal switch on the back side of the vehicle's brake pedal. Use a test light or volt meter to identify the 'cold' or switched side—this terminal will only show power when the brake pedal is depressed. Attach the stop signal wire (typically red) from the brake controller to the cold side of the switch using a wire tap.
Locate the semi-circle turn signal harness connector on the steering column under the dash. It has two rows of wires: a row of four and a row of seven. Attach the stop signal wire (typically red) from the brake controller to the light green wire using a wire tap. Do NOT connect to the red wire with green stripe, as serious damage may occur.
Feed the 10 ga blue cross-linked wire from the brake controller to the trailer connector at the rear of the vehicle, taking up any slack in the wire. When passing through any sheet metal, use an existing grommet, add a new grommet, or fill the hole with silicone rubber to protect the wire.
Attach the blue cross-linked wire to the brake controller's electric brake wire (typically blue) using one of the supplied yellow butt connectors or by soldering and insulating with heat shrink tubing. At the rear of the vehicle, trim any loose blue wire and attach it to the trailer connector's electric brake terminal. Refer to the trailer connector's wiring diagram for the correct terminal location.
Secure any loose wires with the cable ties provided. Connect the black power wire from the circuit breaker to the positive side of the battery. Connect the white ground wire from the brake controller to the negative side of the battery. Finally, reconnect the tow vehicle's negative battery cable to the battery.
The circuit breaker is 30 amps and auto-resetting. It must be mounted near the positive battery terminal and connected directly to the positive battery terminal via the included black 10 gauge wire.
Use a 3/8" box end wrench to tighten the nuts on the circuit breaker studs labeled 'BAT' and 'AUX'.
The kit includes 10 feet of 10 gauge black/white duplex wire for the battery and brake controller connections, and 20 feet of 10 gauge blue cross-linked wire for the electric brake signal to the trailer connector.
Black wire connects to the positive battery and circuit breaker. White wire connects to the brake controller ground and negative battery. Red wire is the stop signal wire from the brake controller. Blue wire is the electric brake signal wire. The manual notes these are 'typically' these colours but recommends confirming with your brake controller documentation.
Yes. You can solder the leads together and insulate with heat shrink tubing as an alternative to using the supplied yellow butt connectors. This applies to connections between the duplex wire and the brake controller wires, and between the blue cross-linked wire and the brake controller.
The black power wire must connect directly to the positive battery terminal via the 30 amp circuit breaker. Connecting to the fuse panel or any other accessory wiring may damage vehicle wiring and cause trailer brake failure. The circuit breaker protects the circuit and must be the only protection between the battery and the brake control system.
Do NOT connect the stop signal wire to the red wire with green stripe on the turn signal harness. Serious damage may occur. Connect only to the light green wire. Also, do not connect to the brake pedal switch on these vehicles; use the turn signal harness instead.
The kit is universal but requires an existing trailer connector and brake controller. 1989-1991 Ford E & F-Series with ABS use a different stop signal connection (turn signal harness instead of brake pedal switch). Consult your brake controller documentation for compatibility.
No drilling is required. The kit connects to existing components: the battery, brake controller, brake pedal switch (or turn signal harness on 1989-1991 Ford E & F-Series with ABS), and trailer connector.
Do NOT connect the stop signal wire to the red wire with green stripe on the turn signal harness—serious damage may occur. Connect to the light green wire instead, and do not use the brake pedal switch.
Connecting to the fuse panel or accessory wiring may damage vehicle wiring and cause trailer brake failure. The 30 amp circuit breaker must be the only protection between the battery and the brake control system.
Yes, the Curt 56217 custom wiring connector is designed for Toyota Highlander models from 2008 onwards. Installation procedures differ between 2008–2013 models and 2014+ models, so confirm your model year before beginning installation.
The Curt 56217 has a Signal Circuits rating of 3.0 amps per side and a Tail/Running Circuits rating of 6.0 amps total. The battery connection must be protected by a 10-amp maximum fuse. Do not exceed the product rating or your tow vehicle's lamp load rating, whichever is lower.
You will need a 10mm socket, ratchet, and panel trim removal tool. A 3/32" drill bit is also required if you need to drill a pilot hole for the grounding screw (not needed if an existing screw with nut is available in the vehicle frame).
Yes, you must disconnect the negative battery terminal before beginning installation. This is the first step for both 2008–2013 and 2014+ model years. Reconnect the battery only after all installation steps are complete.
On 2008–2013 models, the vehicle 10-pin connector is located on the driver side underneath the dash, between the emergency brake pedal and the brake pedal. The connector will be similar in appearance to the 10-pin connector on the custom wiring connector.
On 2008–2013 models, the vehicle 4-pin connector is located on the driver side in the trunk area. You must open the tailgate and remove the access panels, scuff panel, trunk panels and floor trays to access it. The connector surface should be free of rust, dirt and paint before insertion.
On 2014+ models, the vehicle taillight wiring harness connectors (both 10-pin and 4-pin) are located on the back of the vehicle under the rear scuff panel. You must remove trunk floor coverings, fold down rear seats, remove the center rear storage tray cover, remove plastic push fasteners along the bottom edge of the third row of seats, and remove the driver side storage cover and tray to access them.
The black converter box is secured using the provided double-sided tape. For 2008–2013 models, locate a flat spot under the dash. For 2014+ models, locate a flat spot inside the vehicle near the taillight. Ensure the surface is clean and dry before adhering the tape.
Insert the custom wiring connector ends fully into the vehicle connectors and ensure the locking tabs are in place. The connectors will be similar in appearance to those on the custom wiring connector. Do not force them; they should seat smoothly when properly aligned.
Drilling is not always required. You must locate a suitable grounding point, which can be an existing screw with nut in the vehicle frame. If no existing screw is available, you may drill a 3/32" pilot hole for the provided grounding screw. Before drilling, check for hidden items behind or under any surface to avoid damage and personal injury.
If an existing screw with nut is not available, drill a 3/32" pilot hole for the provided grounding screw. The area should be free of rust, dirt and paint before securing the white ground wire using the ring terminal and provided screw.
The Curt 56217 requires a 10-amp ATC fuse, which must be inserted into the inline fuse holder. The battery connection must be fuse-protected with a 10-amp maximum. Exceeding this rating can cause loss of warranty, overheating and potential fire.
The manual does not specify the exact location of the towing fuse. You must consult your vehicle owner's manual for the correct position of the towing fuse before inserting the provided 10-amp short fuse.
When in use, route the 4-flat to the center of the vehicle. When not in use, roll it up and store it in a convenient, out-of-the-way location. Secure any loose wires with the provided cable ties to prevent damage and tangling.
After installation, test the wiring connector for proper function by using a test light or connecting a properly wired trailer. All steps must be followed to ensure the connector functions properly. Install the provided 4-flat dust cover to help prevent corrosion.
The maximum fuse rating is 10 amps. The battery connection must be fuse-protected, 10-amp max. Exceeding this rating can cause loss of warranty, overheating and potential fire. Do not exceed the product rating or your tow vehicle's lamp load rating, whichever is lower.
Before drilling, check for miscellaneous items that may be hidden behind or under any surface to avoid damage and personal injury. This is especially important when drilling the 3/32" pilot hole for the grounding screw.
Open the tailgate and remove the access panels, scuff panel, trunk panels and floor trays on the driver side. Set aside all items. You must also remove the center rear storage tray cover and plastic push fasteners to access the vehicle 4-pin connector.
Open the tailgate and remove all trunk floor coverings and fold down the rear seats. Remove the center rear storage tray cover. Remove the plastic push fasteners along the bottom edge of the third row of seats. On the driver side, remove the side storage cover and tray by pulling upward. Remove the 10mm nut securing the storage tray and remove the tray. The taillight wiring harness connectors are then accessible under the rear scuff panel.
Yes, the Curt 56217 is designed for Toyota Highlander models 2008 and newer. Installation steps differ between 2008–2013 and 2014+ model years.
The Curt 56217 requires a 10-amp ATC fuse in the inline fuse holder and a 10-amp maximum fuse for the battery connection. Do not exceed this rating.
Signal Circuits: 3.0 amps per side. Tail/Running Circuits: 6.0 amps total. Do not exceed the product rating or your tow vehicle's lamp load rating, whichever is lower.
Test the connector for proper function using a test light or by connecting a properly wired trailer. Install the provided 4-flat dust cover to prevent corrosion.
The 4-way flat electrical adapter converts a vehicle's 4-way flat trailer connector to other trailer connector types (6-way round, 7-way RV blade, or dual 4-way flat). This allows you to tow trailers with different connector styles. Single-output models (57184, 57183, 57185, 57626, 57676) convert to one connector type; dual-output models (57604, 57624, 57672, 57674, 57102) provide two different connector outputs simultaneously.
Yes. Your vehicle must be equipped with a 4-way flat trailer connector. If your vehicle does not have one, you will need to install a custom wiring harness or other 4-way flat trailer connector before installing this adapter.
Both convert a 4-way flat connector to a 7-way RV blade. The difference is that 57185 includes a mounting bracket, while 57184 does not.
Both convert a 4-way flat connector to a 6-way round. The difference is that 57626 includes a mounting bracket, while 57183 does not.
Curt offers three dual-output models that provide both a 4-way flat and a 7-way RV blade output: part numbers 57672, 57674, and 57102. All three include a mounting bracket.
Curt offers two dual-output models that provide both a 4-way flat and a 6-way round output: part numbers 57604 and 57624. Both include a mounting bracket.
You will need: a 1/8" drill bit, drill, Phillips screwdriver, wire stripper, cutting tool, terminal crimpers, and a test light. The manual also lists three self-tapping screws (#10 - 1/2") as required, though these are not included with the product.
No. The three self-tapping screws (#10 - 1/2") used to attach the mounting bracket are not included and must be purchased separately.
Mount the combination harness in a location on the tow vehicle that is within reach of the trailer's wiring harness and near the center of the vehicle. The mounting bracket (if included) should be attached to the vehicle's bumper or other suitable surface.
Yes. You must drill two 1/8" holes: one for the grounding point and one (or more) for the mounting bracket. Before drilling, you must check for brake lines, fuel lines, wiring and other components that may be hidden behind or under the surface to avoid damage.
No. You must never attach the mounting bracket directly to the hitch by cutting, welding or drilling into the hitch. Mount it to the vehicle's bumper or other suitable surface instead.
The adapter uses four wires: Yellow (auxiliary or back-up lights), Blue (electric brakes), Black (positive power with appropriate inline fuse), and White (ground). All wires except black and white must be connected using 12 gauge (minimum) wire and butt connectors to the appropriate vehicle functions.
The white wire is the ground connection. It must be attached with a ring terminal to a 1/8" hole drilled in a suitable grounding point on the vehicle using a #10 - 1/2" self-tapping screw. This ground connection is required for the harness to work properly. The white wire on the vehicle's 4-way flat connector does not support the ground (-) functions of the combination harness.
Yes. The black wire (positive power) must be connected with an appropriate inline fuse. The manual does not specify the fuse amperage rating.
Use 12 gauge (minimum) wire for all connections. The manual specifies this minimum gauge for the remaining wires (yellow, blue, and black) when connecting to appropriate vehicle functions.
Failing to properly ground the product can cause loss of warranty, overheating and potential fire. The white wire must be securely attached to a clean grounding point using a #10 - 1/2" self-tapping screw in a 1/8" hole. The area must be clean of dirt, debris or undercoating.
Before drilling, you must check for brake lines, fuel lines, wiring and any other components that may be hidden behind or under the surface. Drilling into these components can cause damage and personal injury.
Do not exceed the product rating or the tow vehicle lamp load rating, whichever is lower. Exceeding either rating can cause damage or unsafe operation.
Confirm proper function with a test light or by using a properly functioning trailer. This verifies that all connections are working correctly before towing.
Secure any loose wires using cable ties or equivalent product to prevent them from moving, catching on components, or becoming damaged.
Your vehicle must have a 4-way flat trailer connector. If it does not, you will need to install a custom wiring harness or other 4-way flat connector first. Check the part number table to confirm the adapter converts to the connector type you need.
You must purchase three #10 - 1/2" self-tapping screws for the mounting bracket. You will also need an appropriate inline fuse for the black (positive power) wire; the manual does not specify the amperage.
Yes, you must drill two 1/8" holes: one for grounding and one for the mounting bracket. Before drilling, check for brake lines, fuel lines and wiring behind the surface. Never drill into the hitch.
Yellow = auxiliary/back-up lights; Blue = electric brakes; Black = positive power (needs inline fuse); White = ground (must be properly grounded or warranty is void and fire risk exists). Use 12 gauge minimum wire and butt connectors.
Proper grounding of the white wire is critical. Failing to ground it properly can cause loss of warranty, overheating and fire. The grounding point must be clean of dirt, debris and undercoating.
Test with a test light or by using a properly functioning trailer to confirm all connections work. Secure loose wires with cable ties.
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