Tow-Trust Towbars
Important: Please read General Notes overleaf before fitting
Issue: 1
TPUG16VK-6208 CITROEN C4 2021> / DS3 CROSSBACK 2020> / PEUGEOT 2008 2020> / VAUXHALL MOKKA 2020>
Parts List
Item | Qty | Description | Item | Qty | Description |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
A | 1 | TPUG16 Crossmember | E | 2 | TPUG16VK L/H Flip Up Socket Plate |
A1 | 2 | Rear Panel Brackets | F | 6 | M10 x 30 Bolts & S/P Washers |
B | 2 | Side Arms | G | 6 | M10 x 35 Bolts & Nyloc Nuts |
C | 2 | Angle Backets | H | 6 | M8 x 45 (10.9) Bolts & S/P Washers |
D | 1 | 6208 Detachable Neck | J | 2 | M12 x 22 Bolts & S/P Washers |
K | 2 | M12 x 25 Bolts & S/P Washers | |||
L | 18 | 10 x 25 Flat Washers | |||
M | 6 | 8 x 25 H/D Flat Washers | |||
N | 4 | 12 x 25 Flat Washers | |||
P | 4 | Small M10 Cage Nuts (Metal) | |||
R | 1 | M8 x 30 Bolt & Nyloc Nut | |||
S | 3 | 8 x 20 Flat Washers | |||
T | 1 | Neoprene Washer |
Bumper Removal
- Open the rear tailgate. For 2008 models: remove one fixing either side of boot opening, remove the trim from the inside edge of each light cluster. This will enable access to the bumper release clips. You may find this easier by removing the complete light cluster, where one fixing is found inside the boot. For All Models: remove three fixings from each wheel arch, unclip each wheel arch trim, and remove six fixings from the bumper lower edge. Carefully pull bumper tips sideways, then carefully release from around each light cluster area. Pull rearward to finally release the bumper from the vehicle body. Unplug any necessary wiring looms.
Towbar Installation
- Locate the Towbar mounting points on the outside and lower face of each chassis (these will be covered with tape). Clean the chassis faces then insert Items P into the outside face mounting points.
- For DS3 rear beam with weights ONLY: Remove rear beam and weights and hand back to customer, as these are not refitted with the Towbar assembly.
- For All Models: One side at a time, remove all fixings securing the rear impact beam to the vehicle. Using Item H with Item M, fix Items A1 to the rear panel, sandwiching the rear impact beam. (Only fit to the outer upper point at this stage).
- Using Item H with Item M, fix Item A and Items A1 to the rear panel.
- Fix Items C to the lower face of each chassis member using Item F and Item L.
- Fix Items B to the outside face of each chassis member using Item F and Item L.
- Fix items B to Items C and Item A using Items G and Items L.
- Using Item J with Item N and Item K with Item N, fix item D and Item E to Item A.
- Assemble Socket plate (Item E) using Items R, S & T.
- Fully tighten all fixings ensuring the Towbar is rigid, square, and secure.
- Cut the rear bumper as shown below and refit.
Diagram Descriptions
Cage Nut Installation Method
This diagram shows how a cage nut (P) is inserted into a chassis hole, and a bolt (e.g., F or G) is used with a bracket (e.g., A1) to secure the towbar component.
Neck Mounting Position
This visual indicates the specific location on the vehicle's chassis where the detachable towbar neck (D) is attached.
Mounting Points (N/S & O/S)
These diagrams illustrate the left-hand (N/S) and right-hand (O/S) sides of the vehicle chassis, detailing the designated attachment points for towbar brackets (A1, B, C) using various fasteners (F, G, H, J, K, L, M, N, P).
Bumper Cut Dimensions
- Peugeot 2008: A cut of 105mm height by 215mm width, set back 45mm from the edge.
- DS3 Crossback: A cut of 60mm height by 215mm width, set back 45mm from the edge.
- Citroen C4: A cut of 85mm height by 215mm width, set back 45mm from the edge.
- Vauxhall Mokka: No bumper cut required.
Towbar Assembly Overview
This is an exploded view of the complete towbar system, showing the main crossmember (A), side arms (B), angle brackets (C), detachable neck (D), and socket plate (E). It also displays the various bolts (F, G, H, J, K, R), washers (L, M, N, S, T), and cage nuts (P) used for assembly and attachment to the vehicle chassis.
Notes
- For Torque settings see general notes overleaf.
- Nose load limits and vehicle manufacturer's trailer / caravan weight limits must be observed.