Towbar Fitting Instructions
To Suit
HOLDEN COMMODORE ZB CL4
Part Number
QTHD774L
Rating
2100/90
kg
PLACE THESE INSTRUCTIONS IN THE VEHICLE’S GLOVEBOX AFTER INSTALLATION IS COMPLETED
Cequent Customer Service
Ph
:
1800 812 017 Fax
:
03 9898 3299
:
info@cequent
.
com
.
au
Post
:
PO Box 4050, Dandenong South VIC 3175
Rev
:
A Page 1 Issue Date
:
03-10-2018
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
