Tow-Trust Towbars
Important: Please read General Notes overleaf before fitting
Issue 11
For: TVV524 Volvo S40 Saloon / V50 Estate 2004> / C70 2006>
Parts List
| Item | Qty | Description | Item | Qty | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 1 | Towbar | E | 2 | M16 x 50 Bolts, Nuts & S/P Washers |
| B | 2 | Side Arms | F | 2 | M12 x 85 Grade 10.9 Bolts & Nyloc Nuts |
| C | 2 | Chassis Straps | G | 6 | M10 x 30 Bolts, 4 Nuts & 6 S/P Washers |
| D | 1 | Extension Bar | H | 2 | M12 x 35 Bolts, Nuts & S/P Washers |
| J | 2 | 10 x 30 Flat Washers | |||
| K | 2 | 12 x 40 Flat Washers | |||
| L | 4 | 10 x 25 Flat Washers | |||
| M | 12 | 12 x 25 Flat Washers | |||
| N | 6 | 8 x 25 H/D Flat Washers | |||
| P | 6 | 8 x 30 Bolts & S/P Washers | |||
| R | 4 | M12 x 35 Bolts, Nuts & S/P Washers |
Installation Instructions
- Remove the rear bumper: Two fixings along the top edge, two fixings along the bottom edge and five tip fixings each side. Note: Pull bumper out at each side and then rearwards.
- Using Item G with Item J loosely bolt Item A to the forward face of the bumper beam.
- Using Item H with Item K loosely bolt Item A to the underside of the bumper beam.
- Using Item G with Item L and Items B against the forward face of the rear panel loosely bolt Item A at these points
- Using the existing exhaust hanger and heat shield bolts together with Item P and Item N bolt Item C to the underside of each chassis.
- Using Item R with Item N bolt Item B to Item C.
- Fully tighten all nuts and bolts and ensure the Towbar is rigid and secure.
- Refit rear bumper. (NOTE: R-DESIGN MAY REQUIRE A SMALL CUT CENTRALLY 70 WIDE x 35 DEEP CHECK FIRST AS SOME MODELS DO NOT NEED CUTTING) (C70 CUT CENTRALLY 70 WIDE x 110 DEEP)
- Using Item F with Item M bolt Item D to Item A.
- Using item E bolt the ball bracket and wiring plate (not supplied in this kit) to the mounting plate.
Diagram Description
The diagram depicts the Tow-Trust TVV524 towbar assembly for Volvo vehicles. It shows the main towbar unit (A) positioned against the rear bumper beam and chassis. Side arms (B) are attached to the chassis, and chassis straps (C) provide additional support. An extension bar (D) is also shown. The installation involves using various fasteners: Item G bolts with Item J washers secure the towbar (A) to the forward face of the bumper beam. Item H bolts with Item K washers attach the towbar (A) to the underside of the bumper beam. Item G bolts with Item L washers and side arms (B) are loosely attached to the forward face of the rear panel. Chassis straps (C) are bolted to the underside of the chassis using existing exhaust hanger and heat shield bolts, along with Item P and Item N bolts. Item B side arms are then bolted to Item C chassis straps using Item R bolts and Item N washers. Finally, the extension bar (D) is attached to the main towbar unit (A) using Item F bolts and Item M washers, and the ball bracket and wiring plate (not supplied) are attached to the mounting plate using Item E bolts.
Notes
1. Recommended Torque Setting for M12 Grade 10.9 -139 Nm. (For other Torque Settings see notes overleaf.)
2. Nose load limits and vehicle manufacturers trailer / caravan weight limits must be observed.
