Tow-Trust TV2 Towbar Installation Guide
Issue 5
Compatibility: TV2 VAUXHALL INSIGNIA ESTATE 2008> / SAAB 9-5 SAL 2010>
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Important: Please read General Notes overleaf before fitting.
Parts List
| Item | Qty | Description | Item | Qty | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 1 | Crossmember | F | 2 | M16 x 40 Bolts Nuts & S/P Washers |
| B | 1 | L/H Side Arm | G | 1 | M12 x 110 Bolt & Nyloc Nut |
| C | 1 | R/H Side Arm | H | 2 | M12 x 40 Bolts & S/P Washers |
| D | 1 | Extension Bar | J | 4 | M10 Nyloc Nuts |
| E | 1 | Flip down Socket Plate (TTFP/LH) | K | 4 | M10 x 45 Bolts Grade 10.9 & S/P Washers |
| L | 4 | M12 x 40 Bolts, 2 Nuts & 4 S/P Washers | |||
| M | 4 | 10 x 25 Flat Washers | |||
| N | 10 | 12 x 25 Flat Washers | |||
| P | 4 | 10 x 30 Flat Washers |
Installation Instructions
- Remove the rear bumper. Remove the tailgate guides (we advise that you mark the position of guides before you remove to ensure correct location when refitted). Remove three fixings in each wheel arch and three fixings on the lower edge.
- Remove the six fixings securing the impact beam to the rear panel.
- Lower the exhaust from its rearmost hanger. (Two fixings on the back panel).
- Identify all Towbar mounting points and clear of any under seal or mastic.
- Place item B into the N/S Chassis and item C into the O/S chassis and using item K with item P loosely bolt through the vertical mounting points on the lower face of each chassis member.
- Using item J with item M loosely bolt each side arm (items B & C) to the captive studs on the rear panel.
- Using item L with item N bolt item A between item B and item C.
- Fully tighten all nuts and bolts ensuring Towbar is rigid and secure.
- Refit the foam bumper support to item A.
- Cut out Vauxhall's pre-marked area of bumper for the Towbar assembly to pass through.
- We recommend you locate your desired wiring kit (Not supplied in this kit) into the vehicle now as it may be difficult to enter the vehicle once the bumper is refitted.
- Refit the exhaust and rear bumper.
- Using item G with item N and item H with item N bolt item E and item D to item A.
- Using item F bolt the ball bracket (Not supplied in this kit) to item D and fully tighten all remaining nuts and bolts.
Diagram Description
The document includes diagrams illustrating the towbar components and assembly. The main diagram shows the towbar structure, labeled with component letters (A-P) corresponding to the parts list. It depicts how the crossmember (A), side arms (B, C), extension bar (D), and socket plate (E) are assembled using various bolts, nuts, and washers (F-P). Fasteners are shown connecting specific parts, indicating the assembly sequence. A smaller inset diagram shows a close-up of the towbar hitch mechanism.
Notes
Nose load limits and vehicle manufacturer's trailer / caravan weight limits must be observed.
Torque specification: M10 Grade 10.9 = 60Nm.
