Tow-Trust Towbars
Important: Please read General Notes overleaf before fitting
Issue 1
Compatibility
TK12SN for KIA SPORTAGE 3 (2010 onwards) and HYUNDAI iX 35 (2010 onwards)
Parts List
Item | Qty | Description | Item | Qty | Description |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
A | 1 | Crossmember | D | 2 | M12 x 110 Grade 10.9 Bolts & Nyloc Nuts |
B | 1 | ACS8 / 9208 Swan Neck | E | 8 | M10 x 35 x 1.25 Bolts & S/P Washers |
C | 2 | Side Arms | F | 6 | M12 x 40 Bolts, 4 Nuts & 6 S/P Washers |
G | 2 | 15mm Spacer Plates | |||
H | 8 | 10 x 40 Flat Washers | |||
J | 4 | 12 x 25 Flat Washers | |||
K | 1 | VASP8 L/H Socket Plate |
Installation Instructions
- Optional: You may find fitting this Towbar easier by first lowering the exhaust silencers.
- Locate all Towbar mounting points and clear of any mastic.
- Using item E with item H loosely fix side arms (item C) to each chassis member.
- Carefully insert item A up into the rear bumper and fix in place with item F.
- Using item D with item J and item G fix item B and item K to item A.
- Fully tighten all nuts and bolts ensuring Towbar is rigid and secure.
Diagram Description
The diagram illustrates the components and assembly of the Tow-Trust TK12SN towbar. It shows the main crossmember (Item A) as the central structural element. Two side arms (Item C), designed for chassis attachment, are depicted. The detachable swan neck towball assembly (Item B) and the VASP8 L/H Socket Plate (Item K) are also shown. The diagram indicates the use of various fasteners: M12 x 110 Grade 10.9 bolts with nyloc nuts (Item D), M10 x 35 bolts with S/P washers (Item E), M12 x 40 bolts with nuts and S/P washers (Item F), 15mm spacer plates (Item G), 10x40 flat washers (Item H), and 12x25 flat washers (Item J). Dashed lines and labels guide the assembly process, showing how the side arms connect to the chassis and crossmember, and how the swan neck and socket plate are secured to the crossmember using the specified hardware.
Notes
1. Recommended Torque Setting for M12 Grade 10.9: -139 Nm. (For other Torque Settings see notes overleaf.)
2. Nose load limits and vehicle manufacturer's trailer / caravan weight limits must be observed.