Joined Jan 16 2011. The US model configuration hasnt changed that much towing wise ALL trim levels can tow up to 6000 lbs but only the SL with the Premium Package and the Platinum come with the factory hitch and the 7 pin wiring harness.
The package includes three parts.
How much does it cost to add a towing package. How Much Does It Cost To Add A Tow Package. To determine the total cost of adding a tow package its usually more accurate to ask for an estimate since installation costs factors so much into it. At the very least installation cost for a receiver hitch will cost around 50 for an installation that may last up to an hour.
Blue Ox tow hooks installed on my Ford Edge came to 1100 including the parts from Blue Ox. This did not include any wiring - only tow hooks which required replacing the Ford internal bumper behind the front facade. They would have wired the lights and the emergency breakaway for another 400.
On average most professionals are going to charge anywhere from 225 to as much as 625 to professionally install the hitch. Outside of the parts most professionals will charge about 90 to 350 to install a hitch greatly depending on. Cost The cost for all the parts above adds up to around 1000 without labor.
You can pick and choose accordingly. The most expensive part is the HD radiator. The cheapest source I found was ebay.
GM owns AC DELCO so I assume they are providing these radiators for the acadia. I found it on ebay for 160. Not everyone is going to need to upgrade to a towing package so dont go spending money you dont have to.
As an example if you are into water sports and want to transport jet skis on a small trailer then you might only be looking at a 2000-pound pay load. May 22 2017. With the addition of aftermarket parts you should know that it will not increase the towing capacity of your Highlander.
Itll always be rated just as it was from the factory. According to the owners manual your Highlander has maximum capacity of 1500 pounds if you have the 27L engine and 5000 pounds with the 35L. We have a 2007 Pilot EXL and considering adding a hitch to tow a 4x8 trailer.
Nothing heavy just some brush and firewood. The dealer wants to add power steering cooler. Transmission cooler for over 1200.
U-Haul is North Americas 1 hitch installer. With over 1500 install locations we can guarantee youll find a location near you. Tell us your vehicle year make and model and we will show you available trailer hitches and related towing components.
You get to choose a hitch from leading brands like. Curt Draw-Tite BW REESE and Hidden Hitch. The OEM hitch is a nice way to go aesthetically and is available as noted already in this thread.
Please understand however that your towing limit will be lower without the factory installed tow option even when you use the OEM hitch receiver. The factory tow option includes a lot of other thingsthe list varies with engine choice etc. You can have the hitch and wiring harness installed but you cannot get the leveling system that comes with the factory installed towing package.
The cost is about 700 for parts and labor to do the install. The Honda dealership told me that the Pilot can only haul 1500 lbs without the tow package installed. Which will cost 1200.
Uhaul will install a tow hitch for 300 that is guaranteed to up to 5000 lbs. Do I really need to purchase the tow package from the dealership or can I have Uhaul install the tow hitch. I just got the tow package installed at the dealer 1100.
Online it says this includes an upgraded batteryalternator and the auxiliary switches. Well I picked it up today and no switches. Just wondering if anyone else has had this done.
If you decide to get a V6 without the tow package I highly recommend you add an aftermarket transmission cooler. A good transmission cooler is only 60 and if you or anyone can install one then you are good to go. For example getting it installed at the factory can cost about 420 which is about 40 of the retail price because they do not charge for the labor You can get a dealer to install it too but this will cost more because they will charge for labor.
You can expect to pay around 700 if you hire a dealer to install the trailer hitch for you. Insert the Class II tow hitch into the hitch receiver on the Highlanders rear bumper. Secure the hitch in place by inserting the steel pin through the holes on the receiver and the tow hitch.
If necessary use the hammer to tap the steel pin into place. Just how much does a trailer hitch setup cost. Usually a lot of experts are going to charge anywhere from 250 to as much as 750 to expertly set up the hitch.
Outside of the parts the majority of specialists will charge about 100 to 400 to set up a hitch significantly depending upon the make and model of your automobile. I paid 800tax for the OEM towing package on an Elite in August. The package includes three parts.
08L92THR100 Hitch 08L91THR100 Harness 08L91THR100A Antenna The antenna is the sensor for the hands free lift gate. I called Honda headquarter to verify the part numbers. The dealer told me the installation is fairly involved.
It cost me 44480 installed from the dealer. There are plenty of dealers that will sell the hitch on the internet at a reasonable price. The Subaru Forester can accept A-ClasS3 tow hitch with a maximum towing capacity of 3500 pounds and a tongue weight of 500 pounds.
Cost to install depends on hitch chosen and local labor pricing. On average A-ClasS3 hitch costs between 350-400. Installation can range from 50-100 and should be attempted by a professional.
Joined Jan 16 2011. 4 Nov 27 2011. In that case it sounds like you have already made up your mind - - that leaves you with 2 options.
Discuss your concerns directly with the dealer. Leave the order alone and just. My 2010 Ob Etrailer cost me 203 including the wire kit delivered to the door.
Took me about 2hrs little more complicated but not hard. They all bolt to the manufacturer hard points on the car and as many have said there is only like one or two makers of the tow bars though multiple brands are stamped on them. I think Curt is the same as Uhaul.
Hi Dan Id be nice if you could complete your profile and add your location. For now Ill assume you are in the US. The US model configuration hasnt changed that much towing wise ALL trim levels can tow up to 6000 lbs but only the SL with the Premium Package and the Platinum come with the factory hitch and the 7 pin wiring harness.