• Turn the ignition key to position 0.

• Remove the ignition key.

• Install the tow hitch wiring connector according to the Installation Instructions for the appropriate tow hitch wiring.

Illustration A

• Lift up and remove the floor hatch (1).

• Lift up and remove the storage cover (2).

• Remove the side panel (3) on the left-hand side.

Illustration B

• Remove the cover over the battery by removing the two nuts from the front edge of the battery holder. Unscrew the screw in the rear edge a few turns. Remove the holder.

• Remove the battery cover

• Disconnect the battery negative lead.

• Move or remove the battery to facilitate access.

Illustration A

• Remove the perforated sections (3) in the lining mat.

• Remove the nuts (1) in the rear crossmember. This allows the bumper to be removed.

• Separate the connector (2) for the antenna.

Illustration B

Applies to cars with parking assistance

• Detach the parking assistance module (PAM) from its location on the member on the left-hand side of the cargo compartment.

• Detach the smaller connector from the control module.

• Raise the car.

Illustration A only applies to cars with mudguards

• Remove the rear wheels.

• Carefully drill out the rivets holding the mudguard on both sides. Use a Ø 6 mm diameter drill bit.

• Remove the mudguards.

Illustration B applies to all cars

• Carefully drill out the rivets (2) underneath the bumper on both sides. Use a Ø 6 mm diameter drill bit.

• Remove the screw (1) holding the wheel arch lining for the bumper cover on both sides.

Illustration A

• Pull the bumper backwards slightly. Bend out the sides (2) so that they detach from the mounting (1). Then pull the bumper backwards until it detaches completely.

• Place the bumper on a clean underlying surface that will not damage the paint.

Illustration B

Applies to cars with parking assistance

• Detach the bumper in accordance with the above. Carefully pull the cable (1) out through the hole in the car.

• Place the bumper on a clean underlying surface that will not damage the paint.

Illustration A

• Remove the rivet (1) on the bracket (2) for the silencer. Use cutting nippers.

• Remove the screws (3) on the bracket.

• Remove the bracket by detaching the rubber mounting (4). The bracket shall not be re-used.

Illustration B

• Remove the screws (1). Remove the bracket (2). The bracket shall not be re-used.

• Install masking tape on the outside of the bumper to avoid damage from the base of the saw. Install masking tape opposite the cutting points and over the bumper cover. Leave the masking tape in place throughout the installation procedure.

Applies to cars from model year 2005- (CH173000-)

Illustration A

• Cut along the markings on the inside of the bumper to make the cut-out (1) for the tow hitch. Cut out so that the marking lines remain in the bumper afterwards.

Illustration B

Applies to the Australian tow hitch with chain mountings.

• Install masking tape opposite the smaller cutting lines.

• Drill a hole inside each marking for the blade of the jig saw.

• Cut the material out inside the marking lines.

Applies to cars up to and including model year -2004 (CH-172999)

Illustration A

• Use the cutting template from the kit to mark the cutting line on the inside of the bumper. Position the cutting template as illustrated.

• Carefully mark out the cutting line around the cutting template.

• Cut along the markings on the inside of the bumper to make the cut-out (1) for the tow hitch. Cut out so that the marking lines remain in the bumper afterwards.

Illustration B

Applies to the Australian tow hitch with chain mountings.

• Install masking tape opposite the smaller cutting lines.

• Drill a hole inside each marking for the blade of the jig saw.

• Cut the material out inside the marking lines.

Applies to cars up to and including model year –2004 (CH-172999)

• Apply masking tape on the outside of the exhaust pipe clip to avoid damage from the base of the saw. Leave the masking tape in place during installation.

• Cut along the marked raised area and remove the cut-out area.

Applies to all models

• After cutting, smooth off the edges using a file.

• Remove the tow hitch by turning the handle (1) to the right until a click is heard and the pin (2) is in its outer position, pull the hook straight back. Note that the shaft is greased.

• Clean away any underseal and dirt from the surfaces between the tow hitch and the bodywork.

The illustration shows how the tow hitch and its components are assembled and installed on the body.

• Install the screws (7, 8) from underneath the brackets (4:1, 5:1, 9:1), including the sleeves (6), without tightening. The arrows on the brackets (4:1, 5:1, 9:1) must point towards the centre of the car.

• Carry out on both sides (the illustration shows the right-hand side).

Illustration A

Illustration B

Carry out in accordance with illustration A and B

• Install the heat deflector plate (14) using the screw (12).

• Loosely screw the heat deflector plate into place on the member (2) using the screw (1).

• Bend the heat deflector plate using a screwdriver.

• Fully screw in the screw.

• Reinstall the rubber mounting (13) for the silencer. Use normal soap to facilitate installation.

• Insert the member (1) between the brackets (4, 5) and centre around the holes.

• Install the screws (2) and washers (16) from underneath the bracket (5), and the nuts (3) from above, without tightening.

• Check that the distance between the beam (1) and the spare wheel well is 10 mm and centre the tow hitch against the car.

• Tighten the screws (7) to 79 Nm.

• Tighten the screws (8) to 120 Nm.

• Carry out on both sides (the illustration shows the right-hand side).

• Tighten the screws (2) and nut (3) to 136 Nm.

• Wait for at least five minutes so that the joint has time to set. Then tighten the screws (8) on both sides, a quarter turn (angle tightening 90°).

  
  

  Note! Torque tightened screws that have been removed must not be reused.

  
  

• Underseal.

• Applies to Sweden only: Underseal only after the state roadworthiness inspection.

• If the guide lugs (3) and clips (4) have loosened – reinstall them.

• Applies to cars with parking assistance: Lift up the bumper in position. Pull the cable for the sensors through the hole for the bumper's guide, and pull the cable in from the inside.

• Reinstall the bumper by pressing it forwards. Ensure that the four screws protruding from the bumper align with the holes in the car.

• Before the bumper is completely installed, slide the top edge (1) into the grooves. Then slide the bumper fully in.

• Check that the guide lug (3) and clip (4) are centred with the hole (2) in the wheel arch lining.

• If necessary, cut away the area (1) around the screw heads, so that the screws are accessible.

• Check the function of the detachable towbar.

Illustration A

Installing the tow hitch

• Turn the handle (1) clockwise until a click is heard and the indicator pin (2) is in its outer position.

• Install the tow hitch by pressing it onto the connection stud (3).

Illustration B

Locking the tow hitch

• Check that the indicator pin (2) is pushed in and the handle (1) is horizontal.

• Turn the lock cylinder (3) to the position as illustrated. The plastic cover (4) is for protecting the lock cylinder.

Storing the towbar

• Remove the tow hitch and place it in the protective bag.

• Place the protective bag in the spare wheel, as illustrated.

• Lower the tow hitch so that its handle fits into one of the wheel's holes.

• Thread the strap through the two nearest holes in the wheel and around the tow hitch, between the handle and the tow hitch itself.

• Insert the strap into the tensioner. Tighten the strap until the tow hitch is secured.

• Stick down the supplied decal (1) under the floor hatch.

• Install the tow hitch wiring according to the Installation Instructions for the appropriate tow hitch wiring.

• Applies to cars with parking assistance: Connect the detached cable to the parking assistance module (PAM). Reinstall the control module.

• Turn the ignition key to position (II)

• Reinstall the battery negative lead and battery cover.

• Reinstall the right side panel. Install the clips.

• Reinstall the storage cover and the floor hatch.

• Reinstall the panel for the rear crossmember.

• Fold back the carpet.

• Remove the masking tape from the bumper.