The 4 prong plug on the rear of a RX350 for trailer wiring,

Asked by Guru9RR2 Mar 20, 2017 at 05:37 PM about the 2013 Lexus RX 350 AWD

Question type: General

Drivers side rear quarter panel has a 4 prong plug for connecting to a trailer wiring harness.  My Rx 350 does not have a trailer towing package.  The fuse panel has a designated fuse and has power but no power is getting to the rear of the vehicle?  Does these vehicles require a separate wiring module for lighting, turn signals and brakes?  

5 Answers

60

I have the same problem. Did you find out anything?

6 people found this helpful.
10

I have the same issue as well, have you learned anything regarding the issue?

1 people found this helpful.
60

rx 350s without tow package require a tow relay in order for the 4 pin harness to operate. 2010 to 2015 part number is 81985-wy010. The location is behind the passenger side taillight

6 people found this helpful.
30

I bought the part 81985-WY010 for my RX-350 but can't find where to connect it. Do I have to remove the tail light access cover on the passenger side? I see a black plastic box attached to the rear quarter panel and accessible from the trunk but don't know how to release the tabs to see if it goes in there. I don't want to break them.

3 people found this helpful.
10

there is a module buried somewhere in the car that generates tow harnes turn signal, stop light, and running light signals. If you did not buy the OEM tow package with the car, you at the very least need to add that controller.

1 people found this helpful.

Your Answer:

RX

Looking for a Used RX in your area?

CarGurus has 14,775 nationwide RX listings starting at $1,100.

ZIP:

Own this car?

Share your experience with others.

2013 Lexus RX

Review another car

CarGurus Experts

  • #1
    tenspeed
    Reputation
    8,310
  • #2
    Papaobewon
    Reputation
    5,490
  • #3
    Nicolaos Vlachos
    Reputation
    5,050
View All

Know more, shop wisely

Search

Related Models For Sale

Used Lexus RX Hybrid
127 Great Deals out of 4,647 listings starting at $4,800
Used Lexus GX
226 Great Deals out of 3,633 listings starting at $3,950
Used Toyota Highlander
1,185 Great Deals out of 18,017 listings starting at $675
Used Acura MDX
588 Great Deals out of 14,947 listings starting at $1,000
Used Lexus ES
468 Great Deals out of 8,649 listings starting at $1,000
Used Toyota RAV4
1,766 Great Deals out of 28,824 listings starting at $1,500
Used Lexus IS
281 Great Deals out of 5,296 listings starting at $1,000
Used Toyota 4Runner
1,131 Great Deals out of 18,663 listings starting at $1,800
Used Acura RDX
509 Great Deals out of 13,548 listings starting at $2,995
Used Honda CR-V
1,977 Great Deals out of 41,629 listings starting at $1,100
Used Lexus LX
49 Great Deals out of 1,090 listings starting at $7,100
Used Toyota Camry
2,008 Great Deals out of 36,217 listings starting at $375
Used Lexus GS
96 Great Deals out of 1,073 listings starting at $1,650
Used Lexus LS
129 Great Deals out of 1,748 listings starting at $3,300

Used Cars For Sale

2024 Lexus RX 350 AWD For Sale
318 listings starting at $51,558
2023 Lexus RX 350 AWD For Sale
13 listings starting at $54,988
2022 Lexus RX 350 AWD For Sale
19 Great Deals out of 196 listings starting at $30,500
2021 Lexus RX 350 AWD For Sale
28 Great Deals out of 518 listings starting at $29,500
2020 Lexus RX 350 AWD For Sale
22 Great Deals out of 227 listings starting at $26,888

Content submitted by Users is not endorsed by CarGurus, does not express the opinions of CarGurus, and should not be considered reviewed, screened, or approved by CarGurus. Please refer to CarGurus Terms of Use. Content will be removed if CarGurus becomes aware that it violates our policies.