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Towbar Fitting Instructions

 

To Suit 

MAZDA CX-9 TC CL4

 

Part Number 

QTMA660L

 

Rating 

2000/100

 kg 

PLACE THESE INSTRUCTIONS IN THE VEHICLE’S GLOVEBOX AFTER INSTALLATION IS COMPLETED 

 

 

 

Cequent Customer Service 

Ph: 1800 812 017 Fax: 03 9898 3299 

Email: [email protected] 

Post: PO Box 4050, Dandenong South VIC 3175 

Rev: A                                                                                      Page 1                                                   Issue Date: 24-01-2017 

FOR TRAILER TOWING PURPOSES ONLY 

For towing capacity details please refer to vehicle owner’s 
manual or to the manufacturer.  Overloading can void your 
warranties.

WARNING:   

1.  Do not, drill, cut, weld or otherwise modify the tow bar. 
2.  If you are using electric welding on a motor vehicle, 

always

 check that the vehicle is not equipped with electronic 

engine or instrument management equipment.  Failure to do so could

 destroy

 any onboard computers.  If in 

doubt, check with the vehicle's manufacturer. 

3.  The high tensile fasteners supplied with this product were used to achieve the specified rating. If replacement is 

required ensure that fasteners of the same rating & quality are used.  Contact an authorised 

Trailboss

 dealer if 

further information is required. 

4.  If TBM is used in inverted position tow ball may make contact with rear tailgate when lowered, which could cause 

damage. 

General: 

1.  Ensure all hardware items have been included refer to assembly diagram. 
2.  It is recommended that the instructions are read through and completely understood before making any attempt 

to fit this product. 

3.  Be wary of any changes to vehicle designs or other accessories that may conflict with the installation of this 

product. 

4.  Before drilling ensure that the area is clear of fuel, electrical & other components.  
5.  All holes drilled into the body panels shall have all burrs & swarf removed then coated with a suitable rust 

preventative paint. 

6.  For vehicles that require the bumper to be cut. Ensure cut out area is in correct position on the vehicle prior to 

cutting the bumper. 

7.  The high tensile fasteners supplied with this product were used to achieve the specified rating. If replacement is 

required ensure that fasteners of the same rating & quality are used.  Contact an authorized 

Trailboss

 dealer if 

further information is required. 

8.  Ensure that all hardware is fastened to torque list below check fasteners on regular basis. 
9.  Tow bar load rating sticker provided with this product shall be conspicuously located on inside rear end of the 

driver's door.  

(See diagram below).

 

10.  Trailboss recommends that you check your tow ball to ensure that it complies with the Australian standards      

AS 4177.2.

 

11. 

PLEASE NOTE

: It is advised to remove your LUG or TBM when not actually towing so as to produce a clear view 

of the vehicles registration plate if obscured, and to also provide maximum available departure angle 

 

 
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tow bar Maintenance and Care. 

 
Trailboss recommends that bolt torque’s, as listed below, are routinely and regularly inspected and checked for correct 
tension. Replace any worn or defective parts. 
We recommended to remove Tow Ball Mounts (TBM’s, tongues or lugs) when not being used for any considerable length 
of time.  
So as to avoid injury, when not towing it is suggested that the tongue, Pull Pin and R-clip are removed then stored in a 
safe, clean and dry place, away from excessive moisture. 
Hitch Pull Pins and spring “R” clips are regularly checked for proper installation. Replace any worn or defective parts. 
 

 

Place load rating sticker 

inside driver’s door here 

RECOMMENDED ASSEMBLY TORQUE LISTING 
Diameter Grade 

8.8 

Bolt 

 

 

M6 9.5 

Nm 

M8 21.7 

Nm 

M10 

 43.4 Nm 

M12 77.3Nm 
M14 

  146  Nm 

M16 189.8 

Nm 

 

Summary of Contents for QTMA660L

Page 1: ...the body panels shall have all burrs swarf removed then coated with a suitable rust preventative paint 6 For vehicles that require the bumper to be cut Ensure cut out area is in correct position on th...

Page 2: ...PO Box 4050 Dandenong South VIC 3175 Rev A Page 2 Issue Date 24 01 2017 ITEM NO DESCRIPTION QTY 1 MAZDA CX 9 TUBE ASSY 1 2 SIDE ARM RH 1 3 SIDE ARM LH 1 4 TRAILER BALL MOUNT 1 5 WASHER FLAT 1 2 x1 1 8...

Page 3: ...m au Post PO Box 4050 Dandenong South VIC 3175 Rev A Page 3 Issue Date 24 01 2017 1 Open rear door to expose the screw covers for the lights and the bumper 2 Remove the covers 3 x LH and 3 x RH 3 On L...

Page 4: ...LETED Cequent Customer Service Ph 1800 812 017 Fax 03 9898 3299 Email info cequent com au Post PO Box 4050 Dandenong South VIC 3175 Rev A Page 4 Issue Date 24 01 2017 6 On LHS under bumper remove 4 x...

Page 5: ...xpose 2 x scrivets and 1 x screw securing bumper Be careful not to crease the trim garnish during this process 10 Remove the 2 x scrivets and 1 x screw Repeat for the other side 11 On LHS remove the p...

Page 6: ...e chassis frame remove the wiring harness clip from the chassis 14 Remove the tape to expose the 2 x towbar mounting hole positions 15 Clean the chassis frame side of excessive sealant using a scraper...

Page 7: ...8 Fit the crosstube to the side arm and loosely secure with 3 x M12 x1 25 x 70 bolts complete with 2 x washers and 1 x nut per bolt Repeat for the other side 19 Torque the bolts starting with the side...

Page 8: ...O Box 4050 Dandenong South VIC 3175 Rev A Page 8 Issue Date 24 01 2017 21 Determine an appropriate position for the plug bracket Mark out and drill 2x 5mm holes 69mm apart on bumper skin to support pl...

Page 9: ...16 Cequent Customer Service Ph 1800 812 017 Fax 03 9797 3299 Email info cequent com au Post PO Box 4050 Dandenong South VIC 3175 Wiring Loom Installation Instructions Mazda CX 9 Part No 201497 WL ECU...

Page 10: ...Locate the ground point on the RHS wheel arch area Secure the trailer patch ground ring terminal to the vehicle grounding point using the existing vehicle fastener 12 Using an alcohol wipe not supplie...

Page 11: ...ness 8 way connector to the trailer patch 8 way mating connector 21 To enable RPA cut off crimp the tail harness GREY and GREY BLACK wires to the trailer patch mating GREY and GREY BLACK wires 22 Test...

Page 12: ...parts are available from your Pro Series Distributor Hitch Pin Nut R Clip Hitch Pin Fig 1 Silent Anti Rattle Hitch Pin assembly Fig 2 Installation of Trailer Ball Mount Fig 3 Silent Anti Rattle Hitch...

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