Installation Instructions for 2019-Current Toyota RAV4

Part Numbers:

• 76929

Installation Time:

• Approximately 75 minutes for professional installers.

Tools Required:

• Ratchet Torque Wrench
• Safety Glasses
• Sockets: 10mm, 14mm, 18mm, 19mm, 11/16”, 3/4”
• Plastic Trim Tools
• Phillips Head Screwdriver
• Flat Head Screwdriver
• Die Grinder
• Tape Measure
• Marker
• Blue Thread Locker
• Soapy Water
• Exhaust Removal Pliers
• Plastic Rivet Gun

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Install Receiver Housing:

   • Unlock the blue handle using the provided key.
   • Remove the receiver from the housing by pressing the blue handle and rotating it clockwise until it clicks.
   • Attach the weather covers to the receiver housing.
   • Secure the housing to the hitch using M12 bolts, flat washers, and prevailing torque nuts.
   • Torque the fasteners to 92 Lb.-Ft. (125 N*M).

2. Place Warning Labels:

   • Store the included warning card in the vehicle glove compartment.
   • Apply one warning label to the receiver and another to the door jamb.

3. Lower Exhaust:

   • Use exhaust removal pliers to remove the rubber hangers on both sides of the exhaust.
   • Lower the exhaust and support it securely.

4. Remove Fascia:

   • Using a 10mm socket and flat head screwdriver, remove screws and rivets from the wheel wells and bottom edge of the fascia.
   • Remove trim panels and screws around the taillights.
   • Gently detach the fascia with plastic trim tools, disconnecting any wiring if equipped.

5. Remove Bumper Beam:

   • Use a 14mm socket to remove six M10 bolts securing the bumper beam.
   • Retain the bolts for later use and set the bumper beam aside.

6. Modify Frame Access Holes:

   • Use a die grinder to enlarge the access holes in the frame to fit 1/2” carriage bolts and spacers.

7. Install Hitch:

   • Detach the brackets from the hitch using an 11/16” socket and save all hardware for reinstallation.
   • Apply blue thread locker to all bolts.
   • Use the reverse pull wire method to fishwire 1/2” carriage bolts and spacers into position.
   • Attach the hitch brackets to the vehicle frame using conical washers and nuts.
   • Loosely install the hitch to the brackets and frame using the retained M10 bolts.

8. Tighten Fasteners:

   • Torque 7/16”-14 fasteners to 50 Lb.-Ft. (68 N*M).
   • Torque M10 fasteners to 42 Lb.-Ft. (57 N*M).
   • Torque 1/2” fasteners to 75 Lb.-Ft. (102 N*M).

9. Trim Fascia:

   • Using a tape measure and marker, trim an 11” wide by 4.25” tall notch in the bottom center of the fascia.
   • For models with a kick sensor, remove the sensor wiring before trimming and secure it with cable ties after reinstallation.

10. Reinstall Components:

    • Reattach the fascia, wiring, and exhaust in reverse order of removal.
    • Secure the kick sensor wiring if applicable.

Hardware List:

• (2) Carriage Bolts (1/2”-13 x 2.00” GR5)
• (2) Spacers (0.250” x 1” x 3”)
• (2) Conical Washers (1/2”)
• (2) Hex Nuts (1/2”-13 GR2)
• (2) Pull Wires (1/2”)
• (1) Warning Card
• (2) Warning Labels
• (2) M12x1.75x100mm Bolts (CL10.9)
• (2) Flat Washers (7/16”)
• (2) Prevailing Torque Nuts (M12x1.75 CL10)
• (4) Cable Ties

Safety Notes:

• Regularly inspect all fasteners to ensure proper tightening.
• Plug any holes in the vehicle body if the hitch is removed to prevent water or exhaust fumes from entering.
• Replace any damaged hitch or ball.
• Always wear safety glasses during installation.
• Do not cut access or attachment holes with a torch.

Specifications:

• Hitch Type:
  • Weight Carrying: 3,500 lb. (1,589 kg) Max Gross Trailer Weight, 350 lb. (159 kg) Max Tongue Weight
  • Weight Distributing: Not Applicable
• This product complies with SAE J684 and New York V.E.S.C. Regulation V-5.

Installation Instructions for T-One® T-Connector for Toyota RAV4

Part Numbers:

• 118801

Tools Required:

• Trim Panel Remover
• 10mm Socket & Ratchet or 10mm Wrench
• Drill (3/32” Drill Bit)
• 1/4” Socket
• Wire Crimpers
• Wire Cutters
• Phillips Head Screwdriver
• Test Probe

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Prepare the Vehicle:

   • Open the rear hatch and temporarily remove the rear threshold plate, privacy screen, storage covers, and floor covering.
   • Open the rear doors and fold the rear seats forward.

2. Remove Rear Interior Panels:

   • Partially remove the rear interior trim panels on both the driver and passenger sides.
   • Remove the necessary trim panel fasteners to access the taillight wiring harness.
   • Carefully set aside all removed items to avoid damage.

3. Locate the Taillight Wiring Harness:

   • On both the driver and passenger sides, locate the vehicle’s taillight wiring harness.
   • Disconnect the connectors carefully, ensuring not to damage the locking tabs. Clean all connector surfaces.

4. Connect the Driver-Side T-Connector:

   • Insert the T-One® T-Connector end with the yellow wire between the driver-side wiring harness connectors.
   • Ensure the connectors are fully inserted and the locking tabs are securely in place.

5. Route the Passenger-Side T-Connector:

   • Route the connector containing the green wire along the threshold to the passenger side.
   • Insert the T-One® T-Connector end with the green wire between the passenger-side wiring harness connectors.

6. Ground the White Wire:

   • Locate a suitable grounding point near the connector, such as the vehicle’s frame or crossmember. Avoid drilling into the vehicle floor or bed.
   • Clean dirt and rustproofing from the grounding area.
   • Drill a 3/32” hole and secure the white wire using the provided eyelet and screw.

   Caution: Verify the area behind any surface before drilling to avoid damage or injury.

7. Route the Power Wire:

   • Locate the black 12-gauge power wire from the T-One® T-Connector box on the driver’s side.
   • Attach the provided black wire and route it along the vehicle’s exterior frame to the engine compartment, avoiding hot pipes, heat shields, and pinch points.

8. Connect to the Vehicle Battery:

   • Disconnect the vehicle’s Negative (-) battery cable.
   • Remove the fuse from the yellow fuse holder (provided).
   • Attach the ring terminal to the Positive (+) battery cable and secure it.
   • Connect the other end of the fuse holder to the black wire using the provided yellow butt connector.

9. Reconnect the Battery and Test:

   • Reconnect the Negative (-) battery cable.
   • Insert the 15-amp fuse into the fuse holder.
   • Test the installation using a test light or trailer. Reset the vehicle’s electrical system by temporarily removing the key from the ignition.

10. Mount the T-One® Black Box:

    • Locate a flat surface in an out-of-the-way location and mount the black box module using the provided double-sided tape.

11. Secure the Harness:

    • Use the provided cable ties to secure the remaining T-One® T-Connector harness, avoiding areas where it could pinch, cut, or melt.

12. Reassemble the Vehicle:

    • Reinstall all panels, threshold covers, and storage items removed during installation.
    • Ensure no wires are pinched or damaged.

13. Store the 4-Flat Connector:

    • Store the 4-flat connector in the rear cargo area when not in use.
    • When in use, pull the 4-flat connector through the door and close carefully, avoiding pinching the harness in the door latch.

Safety Notes:

• Overloading circuits can cause fires. Do not exceed the stated product ratings.
• Always wear safety glasses and follow all safety precautions during installation.

Manufacturer Notes:

• Refer to the vehicle owner’s manual and the instruction sheet for additional details.
• Store these instructions for future reference.