Toyota Celica Tow Bar (GDW Ref. 1212)
Vehicle: Toyota Celica
Model Years: 12/1999 - ....
GDW Reference: 1212
Technical Specifications & Approval
EEC Approval Number: e6*94/20*0201*00
D-Value: Calculated as D = max↓ kg × max↓ kg / (max↓ kg + max↓ kg) × 0.00981 ≤ 6.90 kN
Max. Vertical Load (s/): 75 kg
Max. Towing Capacity: 1200 kg
Installation Instructions
- Remove both towing rings at the rear of the vehicle. Remove the 2 plugs from the threaded holes (M8).
- Attach the mounting pieces (-g) and (-h) to the underside of the chassis beam, aligning points (A) and (B) with the provided screw-thread holes (refer to Photo 1). Insert bolts and washers but do not tighten yet. Loosen the bumper at the bottom at both lips. Position the tow bar with points (C) and (C') between the mounting pieces (-g) and (-h). Insert bolts and tighten everything firmly.
- For the T44 ball, make an incision in the middle of the bumper as shown in the enclosed sketch. For the T36 ball, do not make an incision in the bumper.
- Mount the part marked with (*) and tighten everything firmly.
Parts List (Composition / Samenstelling)
| Item | Description | Reference Point |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tow bar (reference 1212) | |
| 1 | Ball post T44M000 | (*) |
| 2 | Bolts M8x30 | (B) |
| 4 | Bolts M10/1.25x35 | (A) |
| 2 | Bolts M12x35 | (C') |
| 2 | Bolts M12x35 + nuts | (C) |
| 2 | Bolts M12x65 | (*) |
| 2 | Security nuts M12 | (*) |
| 2 | Washers 25x8x2 | (B) |
| 2 | Security washers 8mm | (B) |
| 4 | Security washers 10mm | (A) |
| 4 | Security washers 12mm | (C-C') |
| 1 | Mounting piece (-g) | (C) |
| 1 | Mounting piece (-h) | (C) |
All bolts and nuts: Quality 8.8
Diagrams and Notes
Photo 1: Mounting Points
This diagram illustrates the location of mounting points labeled (A), (B), (C), and (C') on the vehicle chassis and tow bar components. It shows how the mounting pieces (-g) and (-h) attach to the chassis beam, and how the tow bar connects between them.
Bumper Cut-out Description
A diagram indicates a specific area on the bumper that needs to be cut out for the T44 ball. The hatched area represents the section to be removed. 'B' denotes the bumper, 'O' the lower rim of the bumper, and 'M' the middle of the bumper. For the T36 ball, no bumper cut-out is required.
Torque Specifications
The document provides torque specifications for various bolt and nut sizes (M6, M8, M10, M12, M14, M16) for quality 8.8 and 10.9 fasteners. These are presented in Nm (Newton-meters) and kgm (kilogram-meters).
| Bolt Size | Quality 8.8 Torque (Nm / kgm) | Quality 10.9 Torque (Nm / kgm) | Standard |
|---|---|---|---|
| M6 | 10.8 / 1.1 | 13.7 / 1.4 | DIN 912 - DIN 931 - DIN 933 - DIN 7991 |
| M8 | 25.5 / 2.60 | 35.3 / 3.6 | DIN 912 - DIN 931 - DIN 933 - DIN 7991 |
| M10 | 52.0 / 5.30 | 70.6 / 7.20 | DIN 912 - DIN 931 - DIN 933 - DIN 7991 |
| M12 | 88.3 / 9.0 | 122.6 / 12.5 | DIN 912 - DIN 931 - DIN 933 - DIN 7991 |
| M14 | 137 / 14.0 | 194 / 19.8 | DIN 912 - DIN 931 - DIN 933 - DIN 7991 |
| M16 | 211 / 21.5 | 299.2 / 30.5 | DIN 912 - DIN 931 - DIN 933 - DIN 7991 |
Important Notes
- Consult your car dealer or owner's manual for the maximum permissible towing mass for your vehicle.
- Remove any bitumen coating or sound-deadening material from the fastening points before installation.
- When drilling, be careful not to damage any brake lines, electrical wiring, or fuel lines.
