Blue OX Tow Bar Installation Instructions
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bx2237-installation-instructions BX2237
2005-07 Honda Odyssey Installation Instructions
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Please read BOTH these Installation Instructions and the General Instructions before attempting to install or operate this equipment.
1. Blue Ox® towing products and accessories are intended to be installed by Blue Ox® Dealers who are familiar with our products and have the equipment necessary and knowledge to do "fit work".
Attachment Tab Height: 21" Attachment Tab Width: 18"
Bolt Torque Specifications
Torque in Foot-Pounds for Metric Bolts
2. Many Blue Ox® Baseplates are designed to use existing holes and hardware to mount the baseplate to the towed vehicle. Even though bolts are there, do not assume they are adequate for baseplate mounting. Always use hardware supplied in the hardware kit and existing hardware specified in the Baseplate Installation Instructions.
Bolt Size Grade 8.8 Grade 10.9
6MM
6
8
8MM
16
22
10MM
31
40
12MM
54
70
14MM
89
117
Confirm the towability and pre-towing procedures for your vehicle with the owner's manual or contact the vehicle's manufacturer for specific towing procedures.
Bolt Torque Specifications
Torque in Foot-Pounds for Inch Bolts
Bolt Size 1/4" 5/16" 3/8" 7/16" 1/2" 5/8"
Grade 5 10 19 33 54 78 154
Grade 8 14 29 47 78 119 230
! WARNING
Failure to read and follow these instructions could result in separation of the towed vehicle from the tow bar, causing property damage, loss of towed vehicle, personal injury or death.
BX2237
2005-07 Honda Odyssey
Installation Instructions
Parts List
Ref. No.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Qty.
1 6 4 6 10 4 4 4 4 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2
Part #
61-6079 61-5208 201-0443 201-0440 203-0010 202-0003 201-0446 203-0102 203-0003 201-0553 201-0192 203-0054 202-0047 101-5822 62-3468 226-0046 229-0359 290-0437
Tools Required
8MM Socket 10MM Socket 17MM Socket Phillips Screwdriver Vise Grips Utility Knife
12MM Socket 13MM Socket 9/16" Socket 13/32" Drill Bit Reciprocating Saw LOCTITE Red
Description
Weldment, Baseplate, BX2237 3/8" Nutplate, with 14" Wire 3/8-16 x 1" Hex Bolt, Grd. 5, ZP 3/8-16 x 1 1/2" Hex Bolt, Grd. 5, ZP 3/8" Lock Washer, ZP 3/8-16 Hex Nut, ZP 8MM-1.25 x 30MM Hex Bolt, Grd. 8.8, ZP 8MM Lock Washer, ZP 3/8" Flat Washer, ZP 1/4-20 x 1/2" Hx. Wshd, Type F Screw #10-32 x 1/2" Slot, Rd. Hd. Screw #10 Lock Washer #10-32 Hex Nut, ZP Adapter, 4 Way Connector Attachment, Assembly, SF/SB (R) Baseplate Safety Cable, 36" CL III (Not Shown) Quicklink, 3/8, ZP (Not Shown) Cap Plug, Black (Not Shown)
BX2237
2005-07 Honda Odyssey
Installation Instructions
Removable Tabs:
Installation Instructions
Motorhome mount tow bars are recommended for
use with this baseplate. Due to the design of the removable tabs, the RangeFinder II, adventurer,
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and Ambassador tow bars can not be used. The
Acclaim tow bar may be used, but will not fold and
store on the front of the vehicle. Adapters, except
the BX8833 and BX88151, can not be used with
this baseplate.
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Instructions:
The plastic cover, front fascia, headlight assembly, and the metal bumper are removed and reinstalled for the baseplate installation. Drilling and trimming are required. The metal bumper will not be reinstalled.
The dimensional variations between otherwise identical vehicles can be considerable. While the baseplate was designed for easy installation, it may be necessary to tailor the baseplate slightly to compensate for auto manufacturer's tolerances. These minor adjustments may include filing a hole slightly, bending electrical rods or bending end plates.
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1. Remove the five push pins from the black plastic cover on the top side of the fascia. Do this to both sides of the vehicle. Lift cover up to remove. Set cover and pushpins aside to be reinstalled later.
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The BX8869 Bulb and Socket Wiring Kit is available for this vehicle.
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Possible location for the BX8869 Bulb and Socket Wiring Kit.
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2. Remove one pushpin from the top edge of the fascia just inside of the headlight assembly. Do this to both sides of the vehicle.
Handling of some cosmetic parts when installing this product may require the use of protective covers, rags, specialty tools, etc. to prevent
damage.
BX2237
2005-07 Honda Odyssey
Installation Instructions
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3. Using a 10MM socket remove one metric bolt from just forward of the front tire. Do this to both sides of the vehicle.
4. Using the Phillips screwdriver, remove the Phillips screw from the corner of the fascia just forward of the front tire, inside the wheel well cover. Do this to both sides of the vehicle.
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5. Remove the six pushpins from the lower edge of the fascia and the belly pan. Pull the fascia forward to remove. Set the pushpins and fascia aside carefully to be reinstalled later.
6. Remove one metric bolt, as indicated by the white arrow in the photo above, with the 10MM socket and one pushpin, as indicated by the grey arrow in the photo above, from the top side of the headlight assembly. Do this to both sides of the vehicle. Set the bolts and pushpins aside to be reinstalled later.
BX2237
2005-07 Honda Odyssey
Installation Instructions
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7. Using the 10MM socket, remove one metric bolt from the side of the headlight assembly. Do this to both sides of the vehicle. Set the bolts aside to be reinstalled later.
8. Using a 10MM socket, remove two metric bolts from the headlight assembly. Unplug and set the headlight assembly and metric bolts aside to be reinstalled later. Do this to both sides of the vehicle.
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9. Using the 12MM socket, remove two metric bolts from the top of the metal bumper. Do this to both sides of the vehicle. Set the bolts aside to be reinstalled later.
10. Remove the metric bolt from the bottom of the metal bumper with the 12MM socket. Pull the metal bumper forward to remove. The metal bumper will not be reinstalled.
When using power drills be aware of the dangers of torque and drill bit length.
BX2237
2005-07 Honda Odyssey
Installation Instructions
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11-B
11. Cut the front webbing on the top edge of the frame and the 1/2" above the frame with the reciprocating saw. Bend the webbing toward the headlight area. Do this to both sides of the vehicle. This will open the area for the baseplate installation.
BE SURE TO USE LOCTITE® RED ON ALL BOLTS
BEFORE TIGHTENING. TIGHTEN ALL BOLTS
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ACCORDING TO THE TORQUE CHART ON THE FRONT PAGE OF THESE INSTRUCTIONS OR ON
PAGE 3 OF THE BASEPLATE TOWING GENERAL
INSTRUCTIONS.
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12. Slide the baseplate on the top of the frame and align the two front holes of the baseplate with the existing holes in the frame for the bumper. Tighten the 8MM hex bolt, 8MM lock washer, and 3/8" flat washer into the existing holes for the metal bumper, using the 13MM socket. (LOCTITE) Using the baseplate as a template, drill the holes in the top of the baseplate into the frame with the 13/32" drill bit. Insert the 3/8" x 1" hex bolts into the outside two drilled holes in the top of the frame webbing, tighten the 3/8" lock washers and the hex nuts on the back side of the frame webbing. Insert 3/8" x 1 1/2" bolt and 3/8" lock washer with 3/8" nut plate.
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13. Using the baseplate as a template, drill the two holes in the side of the baseplate into the frame with the 13/32" drill bit. Do this to both sides of the vehicle. Insert the nutplate into the end of the frame to align with the drilled holes, tighten the 3/8" x 1 1/2" hex bolt and lock washer with the 9/16" socket. Do this to both sides of the vehicle. (LOCTITE)
BX2237
2005-07 Honda Odyssey
Installation Instructions
14. Reinstall headlight assemblies, the fascia, bolts and push pins. Be sure that ALL electrical connections are plugged in properly and functioning BEFORE Installing the fascia.
DEALER or INSTALLER:
Be certain the user receives the instruction sheets for their products.
Install the tow bar and safety cables according to the instructions included in their packages. Do not substitute other devices if the tow bar pin and clip are lost.
Shown with Removable Tabs Installed.
If the baseplate is in an accident, it must be replaced. DO NOT use it again! An accident can cause unseen damage and using it again could result in more damage or serious injury. DO NOT use the baseplate if it is damaged or missing parts.
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