9-5 Sport Wagon (9600) V6-3.0L Turbo (B308) (2003)
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Trailer Hitch: Service and Repair
Alternative Towbar Installation
Cars affected
9-5 4D M98-
Background
When fitting the towbar it may be difficult to fit the press nut at right angles to the reinforcements. This may result in unsuccessful installation to the car.
A normal nut can be used instead of a press nut. In which case, use the following alternative method.
Parts required
11 900 430 nut M10 (x 2), applies for the following kits: 400133609, 400133617, 400133625, 400133658.
Nuts are included in the other kits
Procedure
1. Detachable towbar: Follow the installation instructions up to step 19 inclusive.
Fixed towbar: Follow the installation instructions up to step 17 inclusive.
2. Remove the bumper, deburr the holes and clean away all swarf from the luggage compartment and bumper.
3. Detachable towbar EU: Follow the installation instructions, step 26 - 30.
Detachable towbar US: Follow the installation instructions, step 26 - 29
Fixed towbar: Follow the installation instructions, step 24 - 28.
4. Tighten the four nuts to the bumper.
M02-: Washers must be fitted under the top nuts.
5. Tighten the two screws from inside the luggage compartment through the sleeves and the reinforcements.
