Tow-Trust Towbars
Important: Please read General Notes overleaf before fitting
Issue: 2
Fitting Instruction
THON7SN HONDA CR-V 2018>
| Item | Qty | Description | Item | Qty | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 1 | THON7 Crossmember | D | 1 | VASP8 L/H Socket Plate |
| B1 | 1 | L/H Side Arm | E | 8 | M10 x 35 Bolts, 4 Nyloc Nuts & 4 S/P Washers |
| B2 | 1 | R/H Side Arm | F | 6 | M8 x 30 Bolts (10.9) & S/P Washers |
| C | 1 | ACS9 / 9209 Swan Neck | G | 1 | M16 x 110 Bolt & Nyloc Nut |
| H | 2 | M12 x 110 Grade 10.9 Bolts & Nyloc Nuts | |||
| J | 2 | 15mm Spacer Plates | |||
| K | 4 | 10 x 30 Flat Washers | |||
| L | 8 | 10 x 25 Flat Washers | |||
| M | 4 | 12 x 25 Flat Washers | |||
| N | 6 | 8 x 25 H/D Flat Washers | |||
| P | 2 | 16 x 27 Flat Washers | |||
| R | 4 | THON7 1mm Shims | |||
| S | 2 | M16 Black Bolt Caps | |||
| T2 | 2 | 40mm O/D x 20mm Long Spacer Tubes |
BUMPER REMOVAL:
- Remove the under tray, four fixings. Remove two additional fixings from the outside lower edge of the rear bumper.
- Remove two fixings from each wheel arch then unclip wheel arch trim, this will reveal an additional two fixings each side to remove.
- Remove four fixings from around the boot opening. Pull bumper tips sideways to release from the vehicle body work then rearwards to remove.
- Remove the rear impact beam (this is not refitted with the Towbar assembly).
- Drill out each dimple using a cone cutter until they join up and allow you to remove the material from each chassis opening (See: FIG 1) File smooth all sharp edges and paint to prevent corrosion.
- Lower and support the exhaust.
TOWBAR INSTALLATION:
- Fix Item A to the rear panel using Item F and Item N.
- Fix Item A to the central towing eye using Item G with Item P and Item T2 and R as spacers. (Use Item R as necessary to shim the gap)
- Insert items B1 and B2 into each correct chassis and fix to the chassis lower face using items E and Items K.
- Fix items B1 and B2 to Item A using Item E and item L.
- Fix Item C and Item D to Item A using Items H with item M and Item J.
- Fully tighten all fixings ensuring the Towbar is rigid, square, and secure. Fit Item S to central towing eye fixing (Item G).
- Rehang the exhaust.
- Cut the rear bumper, under tray and if fitted hands free unit as per the below sketch and fit to the vehicle.
Notes:
- For Torque settings see general notes overleaf.
- Nose load limits and vehicle manufacturer’s trailer / caravan weight limits must be observed.
FIG 1: Rear Panel Opening (L/H Shown)
Diagram showing the rear panel opening on the left-hand side. It indicates specific points for fixing the towbar components. The diagram details measurements and labels for various parts like B1, B2, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, M, N, P, R, S, T2, and includes measurements of 120, 60, 60, 120, and 20.
Bumper & Under Tray Cut (outside View)
Diagram illustrating the necessary cuts to the bumper and under tray from an outside perspective. It also highlights a section for the 'Hands Free Unit Cut' and a warning: 'Take Care Not To Cut Sensor'.
