TOYOTA PT228-48100 Tow Hitch Receiver, 1 Pack

Thorough testing of the tow hitch design is conducted both on and off the vehicle to ensure its capabilities. Manufactured by expert welders, press operators and painters, dual-layer painting process features a protective paint called electro-deposition coasting or e-coat to help protect against corrosion and the environment, along with a powder topcoat to protect against UV rays and maintain long-term appearance. Advanced, no-drill hitch and wire harness installation process helps maintain the structural integrity of the vehicle frame. Custom replacement Fascia pieces, matching vehicle contours and color, are provided if parts of rear Fascia need to be removed to accommodate the hitch integrating the appearance of the vehicle bumper and hitch. Genuine Toyota hitches have up to 16 connection points to the vehicle frame to transfer the force of towing across the vehicle to reduce stress and preserve the integrity of the body structure.