GDW Tow Bar Installation for Mercedes E-210 (1995-2000)

Model: Ref. 0441

Vehicle: Mercedes E-210 (06/1995 - 2000)

EEC Approval: e4*94/20*0427*00

Technical Specifications:

• D/ (Vertical Load): 10.60 KN
• S/ (Shear Load): 75 kg
• Max. Towing Capacity: 2100 kg
• Unbraked Towing Capacity: 0000 kg

Installation Instructions

1. Disassemble the rear bumper and remove the spare wheel. Detach the exhaust from its rubber mountings and remove the heat shield.
2. At the rear of the bodywork, drill or saw two holes with a diameter of 70mm to 72mm. These drill centers are provided in the bodywork and align with the chassis beams. The large holes are for inserting the mounting pieces (-d) into the chassis beams.
3. Drill holes at points (B) on the underside of the chassis beams using a 14mm drill bit. The drill centers are provided; scrape away the protective coating first. Points (A) align with provided holes on the sides of the chassis beams. On the left side, drill hole (A') with a 12mm drill bit on the marked center point.
4. Insert the mounting pieces (-d) into the chassis, aligning them with the drilled and provided holes. Attach the mounting pieces (-e) to the outer side of the chassis beams, but do not tighten the bolts yet. Position the tow bar, aligning point (B) with the drilled holes, and screw the bolts into the mounting pieces (-d). Assemble (*) and tighten everything firmly.
5. Seal the large holes at the rear of the bodywork with the supplied rubber plugs and reassemble components from step 1.

Parts Included

• 1 x Tow bar (Ref. 0441)
• 1 x Ball mount (T43H000)
• 4 x Bolts M12x40 [part reference (*)]
• 1 x Security shackle [part reference (*)]
• 4 x Bolts M12/1.5x35 [mounting point (B)]
• 4 x Bolts with nuts M10x40 [mounting point (A)]
• 2 x Mounting pieces (-d) [part reference (B)]
• 2 x Mounting pieces (-e) [part reference (A)]
• 2 x Rubber seals (70mm, Ref. T58)
• 4 x Security washers 10mm [part reference (A-B)]
• 8 x Security washers 12mm [part reference (*)]

Diagrams and Specifications

Mounting Points Diagram

A diagram shows the tow bar assembly and its connection points on the vehicle chassis, labeled with reference points such as (A), (A'), (B), and (-d), (-e) for mounting pieces.

Clearance Specifications Diagram

This diagram illustrates the required clearance dimensions and angles for the tow bar installation, conforming to guideline 94/20/EG, Appendix VII, Diagram 30. It specifies minimum and maximum angles (e.g., 30°, 45°) and dimensions (e.g., 32mm, 65mm, 100mm, 140mm, 350-420mm) related to the tow bar's position and interaction with the vehicle.

Torque Specifications

Bolt and nut torque settings are provided for various sizes (M6 to M22) with quality rating 8.8, following DIN 931/933/7991 standards. For example:

• M6: 10.8 Nm (1.1 kgm)
• M8: 25.5 Nm (2.60 kgm)
• M10: 52.0 Nm (5.30 kgm)
• M12: 88.3 Nm (9.0 kgm)
• M14: 137 Nm (14.0 kgm)
• M16: 211.0 Nm (21.5 kgm)
• M22: 365 Nm (27 kgm)

Important Notes

• Consult your vehicle dealer or owner's manual for the maximum permissible towing mass.
• Remove any bitumen coating or soundproofing material from the fastening points before installation.
• Exercise caution when drilling to avoid damaging brake lines, electrical wiring, or fuel lines.
• All bolts and nuts used are quality 8.8.