Suzuki Ignis Tow Bar Installation

Model: 2001 onwards
GDW Reference: 1295

Product Information

This document provides installation instructions for the GDW tow bar, reference 1295, designed for the Suzuki Ignis model from 2001 onwards.

EEC Approval Number: e6*94/20*0000*00

Towing Capacity:

D/: 05,70 KN
S/: 50 kg
Max.: 0850 kg
0000 kg

Manufacturer: GDW nv
Hoogmolenwegel 23 - B-8790 Waregem
TEL: 32(0)56 60 42 12(5) - FAX: 32(0)56 60 01 93
Email: gdw@gdwtowbars.com - Website: www.gdwtowbars.com

Installation Instructions

Remove the interior trim and spare wheel from the trunk. Disassemble the rear section of the exhaust and the two mud flaps on the bumper. Permanently remove the towing ring.
Drill two holes in the underside of the chassis beam, through to the trunk, with a Ø10.5mm drill bit. In the trunk, place the mounting plates (g) onto the holes and insert the bolts. From underneath, insert the tubes (i) into the chassis and position the tow bar so that points (A) align with these bolts. Place washers and nuts, but do not tighten yet.
Place the mounting pieces (e) and (f) against the inside of the tow bar so that points (C) of the tow bar align with the points on the mounting pieces. Insert the bolts, washers, and nuts, but do not tighten yet. Points (B) of these mounting pieces should align with the underside of the chassis beam. Drill these points through to the trunk with a Ø15mm drill bit (DO NOT DRILL THROUGH!). Insert the tubes (i) into the chassis and place the mounting plates (h) onto these tubes. Insert the bolts, place the washers and nuts, and tighten everything firmly.
Assemble (*) and tighten firmly.
Replace all components removed in step 1 to their original positions.

Parts Composition

1 x Tow bar reference 1295
1 x Ball T43H019
4 x Bolts M12x35
4 x Security washers M12
4 x Bolts M10x80
10 x Security washers M10
10 x Nuts M10
4 x Mounting tubes (i)
2 x Mounting pieces (g)
2 x Mounting plates (h)
1 x Mounting piece (e)
1 x Mounting piece (f)

Note: Please consult your car dealer or owner's manual for the maximum permissible towing mass. Remove any bitumen coating on the fastening points for the tow bar. When drilling, be careful not to damage any brake lines, electrical wiring, or fuel lines.

All bolts and nuts are quality 8.8.

Bumper Cut-out Diagram

The hatched area must be cut away from the bumper.

B: The bumper
O: The lower rim of the bumper
M: The middle of the bumper

(See diagram for visual representation of cut-out dimensions and locations)

Torque Specifications

Bolts - Boulons - Bolts - Bolzen (Quality 8.8)

Bolt Size	Torque (Nm)	Torque (kgm)	Standard
M6	10.8Nm	1.1kgm	DIN 912 - DIN 931 - DIN 933 - DIN 7991
M8	25.5Nm	2.60kgm	DIN 912 - DIN 931 - DIN 933 - DIN 7991
M10	52.0Nm	5.30kgm	DIN 912 - DIN 931 - DIN 933 - DIN 7991
M12	88.3Nm	9.0kgm	DIN 912 - DIN 931 - DIN 933 - DIN 7991
M14	137Nm	14.0kgm	DIN 912 - DIN 931 - DIN 933 - DIN 7991
M16	211.0Nm	21.5kgm	DIN 912 - DIN 931 - DIN 933 - DIN 7991

Bolts - Boulons - Bolts - Bolzen (Quality 10.9)

Bolt Size	Torque (Nm)	Torque (kgm)	Standard
M6	13.7Nm	1.4kgm	DIN 912 - DIN 931 - DIN 933 - DIN 7991
M8	35.3Nm	3.6kgm	DIN 912 - DIN 931 - DIN 933 - DIN 7991
M10	70.6Nm	7.20kgm	DIN 912 - DIN 931 - DIN 933 - DIN 7991
M12	122.6Nm	12.5kgm	DIN 912 - DIN 931 - DIN 933 - DIN 7991
M14	194Nm	19.8kgm	DIN 912 - DIN 931 - DIN 933 - DIN 7991
M16	299.2Nm	30.5kgm	DIN 912 - DIN 931 - DIN 933 - DIN 7991

Design and Manufacturing

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