Tow-Trust Towbars

TMG2 MG HS 2024>

[wrench icon] Fitting Instructions

Bumper Removal

1. Open the tailgate and carefully remove the rear light clusters inner trim panels using a trim tool to release.
2. Remove the clusters by removing the two fixings from each side then remove the two now revealed fixings from below each light cluster.
3. Unclip the small circular panel halfway down from the light clusters area and remove the fixings from each side.
4. Carefully separate the wheel arch trim from the body each side, then remove the now revealed fixing and the lower fixing in the wheel arch area from each side.
5. Remove the four fixings along the bumpers lower edge.
6. Pull the bumper out sideways and rearwards to release and unplug the wiring looms to remove the bumper.
7. Separate the wiring loom from the impact beam and remove the impact beam, eight fixings.
8. Note: The impact beam and its fixings will not be reused with the towbar assembly.
9. Cut the bumper as shown in Figure 1. (MG HS 85mm x 140mm), (MG HS PHEV 105mm x 140mm) Note: Trophy bumper shown for illustration purposes only.

Towbar Installation

1. Loosely fix items A to the rear panel using Items G with items L, and items H with items K and M as shown in Figure 3.
2. Insert items B1 and B2 into the chassis and loosely fix at the vertical mounting point using items J and items P.
3. Loosely fix items B1 and B2 to item A using items J and items N.
4. Loosely fix item C to item A using items E with items N and items F with items N at the position relevant to your vehicle as shown in Figure 2, ensuring item T1 is fitted at the lower mounting point.
5. Fully tighten all fixings ensuring the Towbar is rigid, square and secure.
6. Remount the bumper, rear light clusters and reconnect the wiring loom.
7. Loosely fix your desired ball bracket and socket plate (not supplied in this kit) to item C using items D and fully tighten any remaining fixings.

Diagram Descriptions

Figure 1

This figure shows a rear view of the MG HS vehicle bumper. It indicates cut-out dimensions required for the towbar installation: 85mm x 140mm for the standard MG HS and 105mm x 140mm for the MG HS PHEV model. The diagram notes that a 'Trophy bumper' is shown for illustration purposes.

Figure 2

This diagram illustrates the mounting points for the towbar components on the vehicle chassis. It shows the left hand side arm (B1) and right hand side arm (B2) attaching to the chassis and the main crossbar (A). Specific vehicle models, 'MG HS' and 'MG HS PHEV', are referenced in relation to the mounting positions, and item T1 (spacer tube) is indicated at the lower mounting point.

Figure 3

This figure provides an exploded view of the towbar assembly. It details the main crossbar (A), side arms (B1, B2), and extension (C). Various fasteners are depicted, including bolts (D, E, F, G, J), nuts (H), washers (K, L, M, N, P), and a spacer tube (T1). The diagram shows how these components connect to form the complete towbar structure, referencing items by letter and number.

Notes

• For Torque settings see the column next to each item in the list.
• Nose load limits and vehicle manufacturer's trailer / caravan weight limits must be observed.
• Tow-Trust recommends the use of PRO-TOW Couplings with all their products.