Tow-Trust Towbars - TP436SN Installation Guide
Important: Please read General Notes overleaf before fitting
Issue 1
TP436SN PEUGEOT 407 SW 2004> CITROEN C5 Est. (X72) 2008>
Parts List
| Item | Qty | Description | Item | Qty | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 1 | Crossmember | E | 2 | M12 x 110 Grade 10.9 Bolts & Nyloc Nuts |
| B | 1 | Left Hand Side Arm | F | 2 | M12 x 40 Bolts, Nuts & S/P Washers |
| C | 1 | Right Hand Side Arm | G | 2 | M10 x 30 Bolts & S/P Washers |
| D | 1 | ACS7 / 9207 Swan Neck | H | 6 | M8 x 30 Bolts & S/P Washers |
| J | 2 | M8 x 40 Bolts & S/P Washers | |||
| K | 2 | 15mm Spacer Plates | |||
| L | 6 | 12 x 25 Flat Washers | |||
| M | 2 | 10 x 25 Flat Washers | |||
| N | 8 | 8 x 25 Flat Washers | |||
| P | 1 | VASP8 L/H Socket Plate |
Installation Instructions
- Temporarily disconnect the rear light clusters and remove. Unclip the inner boot lining to gain access to the plastic fixing behind each light cluster.
- Remove the rear bumper. (PEUGEOT 407) Five fixings along bottom edge, one fixing on the lower central bumper support, one nut in each light cluster seating area, two fixings under each wheel arch, two plastic fixings in the rear panel and one fixing on the left and right hand upper edge of the bumper. (CITROEN C5) Five fixings along bottom edge, two fixings each side under light clusters, three fixings around wheel arch, and one fixing behind wheel arch liner.
- Temporarily disconnect the reversing sensors.
- Remove the eight fixings securing the bumper beam. (This is not refitted with the Towbar.)
- Using Item H with Item N loosely bolt Item A to the rear panel.
- Locate the existing threaded holes in each chassis (these are covered with tape) and using Item G with Item M loosely bolt Item B and Item C into place.
- Using Item F with Item L loosely bolt Item C to Item A.
- Using Item J with Item N loosely bolt Item B to Item A.
- Using Item E with Item L and Item K bolt Item D and Item P to Item A.
- Fully tighten all nuts and bolts and ensure the Towbar is rigid and secure.
- Reconnect reversing sensors, refit bumper and light clusters.
Diagram Description
The diagram illustrates the Tow-Trust TP436SN towbar assembly. It shows the main crossmember (A) mounted to the vehicle's chassis. The left and right hand side arms (B and C) connect to the crossmember and the vehicle's frame. The swan neck (D) attaches to the crossmember. Various fixing components, including bolts (E, F, G, H, J), nuts, washers (L, M, N), spacer plates (K), and a socket plate (P), are depicted in their approximate positions for assembly. The diagram also shows the general layout of the towbar structure relative to the vehicle's rear.
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.
