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1. DIY Tow Bar
Installation

2. Installing a tow bar can be a
simple enough, satisfying task
if you are aware of the basic
mechanics and like to work
with our hands. For those
who do not fancy their
handyman skills, you are
better off calling the
mechanic.

3. Based on our experience and
expertise, we have outlined in
this blog the basic
preparation and steps needed
for a smooth tow bar
installation.

4. The Prep
The work space plays an
important part in the process.
A clean, open, well-lit space
allows you to work in a relaxed
atmosphere. The next step is
to line up the tools for the
installation.

5. The checklist should include:
A socket set
Screwdrivers of various sizes
and shank length – both
Phillips head and flat
A torque wrench
A tape measure

6. Cable ties
Pinch weld (optional)
DIY Tow Bar Installation
Once you got your tools lined
up, follow these steps to
install the two bar:

7. Assemble the tow bar kit and
the tools required. Ensure
that you are working on a flat
surface with sufficient space
around the vehicle.

8. Disconnect the vehicle
battery and remove any
components at the rear of the
vehicle that may restrict your
ability to fit the tow bar
properly, such as the boot
carpet trim or underlay.

9. If necessary, remove the
vehicle’s bumper supports.
This is a common step for
later vehicles with plastic
bumpers – in this case, the
tow bar becomes a structural
support in itself.

10. Prepare the bumper for
cutting. Your tow bar kit may
include the materials to do
this, or you can measure the
centre line yourself. Then, cut
the plastic bumper with a
small cutting tool, or hand cut
with a fine-blade hacksaw.

11. If you make a mistake or
you’re not happy with the
result, use some pinch weld
and fit it to the cutout to make
it look neater.

12. Make any required
modifications to any vehicle
components and refit. Then, fit
the tow bar to the vehicle;
insert the mounting bolts and
torque to the manufacturer’s
specifications. You may require
some assistance with this.

13. Wire up the trailer
connection. In some tow bar
kits you may have a loom
supplied. If there is no loom
supplied, you will need 4mm
gauge insulated copper wire
and clip connectors.

14. Newer vehicles may require a
dedicated loom – consult
your vehicle’s manual or
contact your manufacturer to
see whether this applies to
your vehicle.

15. Refit the bumper and other
components you removed
prior to bar fitment, then re-
torque to the manufacturer’s
specifications.

16. Secure the trailer connector,
bolt up the tow ball and
secure the hitch to the
receiver with lock and pin,
then tighten the anti-rattle
bolt, if fitted.

17. Test the trailer connector
ports to ensure they are
receiving voltage.
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