Curt Manufacturing 70108 User manual

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INSTALLATION MANUAL 70108
WARNING
Never exceed the vehicle manufacturer's recommended gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR).
Parts List
Item Qty Description
1 1 Tow bar base plate
2 2 Tow bar mounting tab
3 2 Safety cable, 3,500 lbs.
410 Hex head cap screw,
3/8"-16 x 1-1/4", grade 8
510 Nylock nut, 3/8"-16, grade 8
6 1 Flat washer, M6
7 1 Hex head cap screw,
M6-1 x 30mm, CL8.8
8 2 Quick link, 1/4"
9 2 Socket plug
Tools Required
Torque wrench Drill
Socket, 9/16" Drill bit, 3/8"
Socket, 7/16" T15 Torx bit
Socket, 7mm Utility knife
Socket, 10mm Large vise grip
Wrench, 7/16" Nut driver, 5/16"
Wrench, 9/16" --
Level of Difficulty
Moderate
CAUTION
Take care when cutting any plastic or metal as injury may occur if done improperly.
Installed Attachment Tabs
Height 16"
Width 23"
Torque Specifications
Metric
Bolt Size CL8.8 CL10.9
SAE
Bolt Size Grade 5 Grade 8
M6 bolt 6.6 ft-lbs. 9.4 ft-lbs. 1/4" bolt 86 in-lbs. 122 in-lbs.
M8 bolt 16.0 ft-lbs. 22.9 ft-lbs. 5/16" bolt 178 in-lbs. 251 in-lbs.
M10 bolt 31.6 ft-lbs. 45.2 ft-lbs. 3/8" bolt 26 ft-lbs. 37 ft-lbs.
M12 bolt 55.1 ft-lbs. 78.9 ft-lbs. 7/16" bolt 42 ft-lbs. 59 ft-lbs.
M14 bolt 88.1 ft-lbs. 126.1 ft-lbs. 1/2" bolt 75 ft-lbs. 110 ft-lbs.
M16 bolt 136.7 ft-lbs. 195.6 ft-lbs. 5/8" bolt 128 ft-lbs. 180 ft-lbs.
M18 bolt 195.4 ft-lbs. 270.3 ft-lbs. 3/4" bolt 227 ft-lbs. 320 ft-lbs.
Use above torque setting unless otherwise noted
NOTICE
Before you begin installation, read all instructions thoroughly.
Proper tools will improve the quality of installation and reduce the time required.
This installation requires front fascia panels, headlight and windshield washer components
to be temporarily removed and reinstalled. Some drilling and trimming are required.
To help prevent damage to the product or vehicle, refer to the specified
torque specifications when securing hardware during the installation process.
If equipped, we recommend removing the base plate attachment tabs when not in use.
Product Photo
Not pictured: Safety cables, quick links and socket plugs

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Parts List
Item Qty Description
1 1 Tow bar base plate
2 2 Tow bar mounting tab
3 2 Safety cable, 3,500 lbs.
410 Hex head cap screw,
3/8"-16 x 1-1/4", grade 8
510 Nylock nut, 3/8"-16, grade 8
6 1 Flat washer, M6
7 1 Hex head cap screw,
M6-1 x 30mm, CL8.8
8 2 Quick link, 1/4"
9 2 Socket plug
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FASCIA REMOVAL
Step 1
Open the hood and use a T15 Torx bit
to remove the six screws along the
top edge of the front grille panel.
Step 2
Use a T15 Torx bit to remove the five bolts
along the inside edge of the wheel well liner.
Then, pull the liner back, and use a 7mm
socket to remove the bolt behind the liner.
Repeat on the other side of the vehicle.
Step 3
Use a 7mm socket to remove the
four underside fascia bolts on each
side of the vehicle – eight total.

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Step 4
Starting on the outer edges, pull the fascia
panel out while using a non-marring pry tool
to release the four clips from each fender.
Work your way toward the center of
the vehicle, unclipping the bumper cover
from under the headlights. Make sure to
unplug any wiring harnesses attached
to the bumper cover as well.
Carefully remove the bumper cover
and set it aside so it will not be damaged
during the rest of the installation.
Step 5
Use a 7mm socket to remove the four bolts
holding the driver-side headlight in place.
Carefully remove the headlight and set it aside.

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Step 6
Use a 10mm socket to remove the three bolts
and one nut securing the windshield washer
reservoir in place.
Disconnect the fluid lines and set the reservoir
aside. Note: Be sure to have a clean container
available as washer fluid will come out of both
ports when the lines are removed.
Set aside fluid to refill after the installation.
Note: Be sure to have a clean container
ready to catch the washer fluid when the
lines are disconnected. Set the fluid aside
to refill after the installation.
Step 7
Remove the temperature sensor.
Mark the areas on each side of the front
plastic trim piece that need to be trimmed.
Use a utility knife to trim off
the marked areas as needed.
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Step 9
Position the tow bar base plate (#1)
on the vehicle frame and temporarily
clamp it into place.
Make sure the base plate is level.
Step 10
Using the top, center hole in the base plate side
panel as a guide, drill a 3/8" hole in the vehicle
frame. Then, install a 3/8" hex head cap screw
(#4) and secure it with a nylock nut (#5).
Repeat on the other side of the vehicle.
Make sure the base plate (#1) is level,
and torque the hardware to 37 lb-ft.
Step 11
Using the side panel as a guide, drill out the
four remaining holes with a 3/8" drill bit.
Then, install a 3/8" hex head cap screw (#4)
into each hole and secure them with nylock
nuts (#5).
Repeat on the other side of the vehicle.
Torque the hardware to 37 lb-ft.
TOW BAR BASE PLATE INSTALLATION
Step 8
If needed, use a hammer to carefully
bend the metal frame components
inward about 1/8" as shown.
Repeat on the other side of the vehicle.

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Step 12
Use a utility knife to cut off the driver-side
temperature sensor bracket from the front
plastic trim piece.
Drill a 1/4" hole in the bracket and reinstall
the bracket on the upper mounting hole on
the driver side of the plastic trim piece so
the sensor will point forward.
Attach the sensor clip and plastic trim piece
with the factory push pin for this location and
reinstall the front plastic trim piece on the
grille, using the remaining factory push pins.
Step 13
Reinstall the windshield washer reservoir,
using the previously removed hardware.
For the bottom-most rearward bolt, use
the supplied M6 hex head cap screw (#7)
and M6 flat washer (#6) to attach the fluid
reservoir through the base plate to the frame
(the fastener clamps the baseplate between
the reservoir and the frame).
Reconnect the reservoir fluid hoses
and electrical connectors and refill
with windshield washer fluid.

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Step 16
Hold up the bumper cover in its original position
and mark where it may need to be trimmed
to make space for the safety cable loops and
attachment tabs. Trim off the marked area.
Reinstall the panel and wiring harnesses.
When ready to tow, install the tow bar
mounting tabs (#2). When not towing,
insert the socket plugs (#9) into the
ends of the tow bar base plate (#1).
Step 14
Reinstall the driver-side headlight.
Step 15
Install the permanent safety cables (#3) and
quick links (#8), looping them around the
vehicle frame and linking them to the tow bar
base plate (#1). There must be one cable on
each side of the vehicle.
Make sure the cables do not pinch or interfere
with any hoses, wiring or other components.
See 'Installing the Permanent Base Plate
Safety Cables' for additional information.

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Installing the Permanent Base Plate Safety Cables
When dinghy towing a vehicle with a tow bar, base plate safety cables should be used at all times.
In the event of a disconnect, the safety cables are designed to help prevent complete vehicle separation.
When installing the safety cables, use the illustrations below as a guide.
Installation guidelines
1. The cables must be connected to
the base plate and the vehicle frame.
2. Two cables must be installed.
3. Each cable must meet or exceed the
gross weight of the towed vehicle.
4. Make sure cables do not pinch or interfere
with hoses, wiring or other components.
Note: Base plate safety cables are not a replacement for safety chains connecting the tow vehicle to the towed vehicle.
SAFETY CABLE INSTALLATION
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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BaseplateBaseplate
Quick link Quick link
Permanent baseplate
safety cable
Permanent baseplate
safety cable
Convenience link Convenience link
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Towing Tips
Check your equipment Periodically check the condition of all towing equipment. Ensure all fasteners are tight and
that all structural components are sound. Do not tow with worn or damaged parts.
Vehicle manufacturer's recommendations Review the owner’s manual for your towed vehicle and towing
vehicle for specific recommendations, capacities and requirements.