TOWBAR INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
PART NUMBER KM23L
KIA CERATO BD CL2
49-75 Pacific Drive Keysborough, VIC 3173
Phone: 1800 812 017
Email:
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Issue Date: 31-05-19
TRAILBOSS RECOMMENDS THAT INSTRUCTIONS ARE READ AND
UNDERSTOOD COMPLETELY PRIOR TO FITMENT.
BEFORE YOU START:
1.
Check all hardware items have been included refer to assembly diagram.
2.
Please ensure this towbar is only fitted to vehicle models as per Trailboss application guide.
3.
Bumper Cuts
4.
Vehicle and bumper variations can and do occur during vehicle manufacture after initial towbar
design. Fitment of towbar to vehicle and accuracy of bumper cut must be assessed prior to any
bumper modifications made. Incorrect bumper cuts are not covered under Trailboss warranty.
5. NOTE: Bumper cuts need to be approached with care, refer to notes below.
Bumper centreline
– where the centreline of the bumper needs to be determined, the installer
must assess centre point by measurement of bumper width or determining two symmetrical
reference points to give centreline.
Bumper edge
– To assist with accurate bumper cut measurement, reference to the start of the
bumper edge is now being commonly used.
o
Measure from bottom edge along bumper and around corner to the 70 mm point
(Figure 1).
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Do not measure from visible bumper front of corner, upwards (Figure 2).
6.
Drilling
For any required drilling during installation, ensure that the area is clear of fuel, electrical & other components that may be
damaged.
All holes drilled into metal body panels shall have all burrs & swarf removed then coated with a suitable rust preventative
paint.
7.
Bolts/Fasteners
Ensure that all hardware is fastened to correct torque as specified in this fitting instruction.
All fasteners supplied with this product are used to achieve a specified clamp loading. If replacement is required ensure that
fasteners of the same grade and class are used.
8. NOTE: Achieving correct torque is critical to proper installation and responsibility of the installer. Towbar failures
attributed to tension issues from over tightening or under tightening are not covered by Trailboss warranty.
9.
Product Labels
a. Towbar load rating sticker provided with this product shall be conspicuously lo
cated on inside rear end of the driver’s door.
WARNING:
Do not, drill, cut, weld or otherwise modify the towbar.
FOR TOWING PURPOSES ONLY - This towbar is designed and tested by Trailboss to adhere to ADR 62/02 which
provides only for the expected load demands of towing.
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Figure 1
INCORRECT
CORRECT
Figure 2
