How to install a Trailer Tow Hitch Receiver Bar - CURT 13105 Class 3 Toyota Sienna

This is the second one I have installed. The first one was on my Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo and that was even easier. If you ever wanted to install one, go for it. They are super handy to have and not hard to install.

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[DavidBush-wmfe]

Nice concise video. Several years ago did this installation on a 15 year old Sienna and cleaning the bolt holes was 90% of the work. First thought the bolts were the wrong size but it was the nut thread corrosion that was very severe. Used a wire brush to start with and then penetrating oil to soften the rust and the bolts still would not start. Finally rented a tap and dye set from Autozone and used a tap to clean the threads. Even then it took a lot of back and forth (in and out) gaining about a half turn at a time to get the threads cleaned. Was very challenging on the exhaust pipe side. In total cleaning the threads took several hours over a few days. Used hand tools (no power) to prevent stripping the threads. After the thread holes were clean the installation went as shown in the video. Now about to do the same installion on another 15 year old Sienna. Came here looking for alternate ways to clean the threads.

[davidbowman]

I bought a Curt trailer hitch made for my 2017 Nissan Rouge and this was very helpful. I had called a local auto repair shop and they wanted to charge me $250.00! You saved me a lot of money. Thank you!

[adamt]

I bought the same hitch, and installed it last night. This video helped. It probably took me about 40 minutes. A universal joint for socket really helped get around the exhaust. I did not have to cut any underbody trim. This hitch is nice because it sits up high, which is important for an already low to ground minivan. Thanks for the video!

[LuckySawdust]

In case anyone ran into the same issues I did ... if the holes for the bolts on your van are rusty enough that you can't get the bolts started properly, or they won't turn in the hole under finger pressure, you will probably benefit from cleaning out the threads a little more properly.

The threads I got with mine are M12 1.25 (fine thread) -- same thread size as some spark plugs. I had to go find a tap, with this thread, and 'chase' it all the way through (keep it oiled, do a quarter turn, back if off, and go at it again for another quarter turn, etc.) to clean out the threads.

Once I ran the tap through (had to use channel-locks to turn it -- the tap handle I had wouldn't fit in the space), the bolts turned like ice -- was easily able to torque it up to 79 lbs.

[michaelvaldez]

Nice to have good neighbor's like him 💪🏼👌👍🏼

[juanitasullivan]

Thanks. I had this installed on my Honda CR-V and I love it. Works like a charm.

[tsabo]

Thanks.Very clear and concise.
I hate reading the directions...
Viewing gives much better picture of what needs to be done

[daiyinglu]

Thanks for your video! I have the 2015 Sienna. The only difference is that you have to cut a long opening in the plastic pan on the left side first. Your video of how to slide the right side just above the muffler was a huge save for time and effort! I have to confess one thing -- I should have peeled off the plastic circles of tape covering the threads completely. Instead, I was lazy and just punched a hole after peeling off a couple. the tape is really tough, so I had to put in a lot more effort later trying to scrape off tape bits ... set myself up to fail...

[kennb.]

really well-done tips and the video-edits offered a perfect blend to the commentary! Thank you.

[deteoj]

Good video, to the point! Also good tips for installing on your driveway.

[UltramanplaysVideoGames]

Thank you very much for taking the time to make this video. AWESOME job

[gmmtm]

Super video and showing the install instructions at the end was SUPER!! I can't get my weldnut cleaned very well.... can't even start 1 bolt... will try a M12 1.25 thread chaser

[dodaddodis]

really appreciate the video. I bought the exact hitch on Amazon. Arrives in one week. Will attempt to install and revert. :)

[edwinwealthcoaching]

Thanks to your video, I took the time to install one in my car myself without taking it to the dealership. Saved me some good cash. Although challenging because it was just me and the trailer hitch was heavier than anticipated. It took me about 35 to 40 min.

[nesco]

Ordering 1 through amazon using link provided. This is what I was looking for. This is an exposed curt hitch.

[dyoooooooooon]

this is exactly what I was looking for. Thank you much!!!

[wonderful]

Thank you so much, your video is so valuable!God Bless you!

[KILYAN.MBAPPE]

Thank you I am looking for hitch and bike rack as well ...
I was looking online for installation but I read some negative
comments for that place in Grand prairie

[carltonbenjamin]

Thanks for this VERY detailed instructions and especially mentioning the torque wrench and the specific pounds it should be set at . You know us MEN don't like to READ no INSTRUCTIONS lol 😅

[TTMF]

I liked your 'wire brush' I have a few of those myself 😁