Tow-Trust Towbars
Important: Please read General Notes overleaf before fitting
Issue 4
TVW3 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN 2008> AUDI Q3 2011>
Parts List
| Item | Qty | Description | Item | Qty | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 1 | Crossmember | E | 2 | M16 x 50 Bolts Nuts & S/P Washers |
| B | 1 | Extension Bar | F | 6 | M10 x 40 Bolts Grade 10.9 & S/P Washers |
| C | 1 | L/H Side Arm | G | 2 | M12 x 40 Bolts & Nyloc Nuts |
| D | 1 | R/H Side Arm | H | 2 | M12 x 40 Bolts & Nyloc Nuts |
| J | 4 | 10 x 40 Flat Washers | |||
| K | 2 | 10 x 30 Flat Washers | |||
| L | 4 | 12 x 25 Flat Washers |
Installation Instructions
- Remove the rear bumper: Identify and remove 2 fixings on each side of the boot hatch recess, 4 fixings along the lower edge, and remove the number plate to reveal two fixings through the rear panel. Also, remove 2 fixings securing the wheel arch liner, unclip and release the wheel arch edging trim to reveal a push-in fixing. Unplug the bumper wiring loom found in the bottom rear right-hand corner of the vehicle and feed it through the grommet. Pull the bumper tips outward first to release from the vehicle body, then pull rearwards.
- Cut the bumper around the pre-marked area.
- Remove the rear impact beam. Important: Refit bolts only to the rear panel.
- Using item F with item J, bolt the correct arms (refer to diagram) into each chassis member at the forward-most mounting point only.
- Insert item A into the open ends of the chassis members and between items C and D. Bolt in place through the rear-most mounting point on the vehicle using item F and item J.
- Using item F and item K, bolt item A to items C and D.
- Fully tighten all nuts and bolts, ensuring the towbar is rigid and secure.
- At this stage, it is recommended to install the towbar wiring harness, as it may become difficult once the bumper is reinstalled.
- Refit the rear bumper and reconnect the bumper wiring loom.
- Using item G with item L and item H with item L, bolt item B to item A.
- Using item E, bolt the ball bracket and wiring plate (not supplied in this kit) to item B.
Diagram
The diagram illustrates the towbar assembly (labeled TVW 3) and its components. It shows the main crossmember (A) connecting to the vehicle chassis via side arms (C, D) and an extension bar (B). Various bolts, nuts, washers, and Nyloc nuts (E, F, G, H, J, K, L) are indicated with their respective part letters, showing how they connect the different parts of the towbar assembly to the vehicle and to each other. The diagram also shows the ball bracket and wiring plate attached to the extension bar (B).
Important Note
Nose load limits and vehicle manufacturer's trailer / caravan weight limits must be observed.
