Volvo 31213723 User manual

Volvo Car Corporation
Göteborg, Sweden
Installation instructions, accessories
V70
Section Group Weight (Kg/Pounds) Year Month
8 891 21.5/47.4 2006 12
Towbar, detachable
M8903718
© Volvo Car Corporation, 2006 Printed in Sweden 31213957

A0000162 A0000163 A0000161 A0000172 A0000165
IMG-213340
IMG-262238
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IMG-213320
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1
A8800136
3A
M8301410
3B
M3100090
4A
M8101064
4B
IMG-213364
5
M8600564
6
M8600565
7
M8600494
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8
IMG-229822
9
IMG-213367
10A
D2500722
10B
D8600247
11A
J8601270
11B
M8601281
12
M8903417
13A
M8601259
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13B
M8601280
14
M8903711
15
M8903705
16
M8901566
17A
M8901484
17B
M8901646
18
M8901567
19
M8901566
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20
M8901567
22
M8600867
23
M8600569
24
IMG-230001
25
IMG-230002
26
M8101296
27
IMG-213440
28
M8903707
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29
IMG-222587
30
J8903520
31
IMG-213442
33
A8800137
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English
INTRODUCTION
•NOTE! Read through the entire text before carrying
out any work.
•The front page gives the date of this editionandtheedition
it replaces
•The second page shows the tools needed for the
installation and the contents of the installation kit
•The illustrations display the procedure in order of operation.
The order of operation is repeated in the text section
•Cut out the text page in order to follow the illustrations and
text at the same time.
Towbar, detachable
NOTE! Kit contents:
1 Crossmember
2 Screw M14x80 (x2)
3NutM14(x2)
4 Upper bracket (x2)
5 Lower bracket (x2)
6Sleeve(x4)
7 Screw M12x50 (x2)
8 Screw M12x130 (x4)
9 Reinforcement panel with sleeves (x2)
10 Protective plug
11 Strap
12 Protective bag
13 Decal
14 Detachable towbar
15 Blind rivet (x12)
16 Washer (x2)
17 Rubber tab (x4)
18 Screw 4.8 X 9.5
Type approval of the towbar is in the table on the
second page.
It is recommended that the work at steps 7, 8, 22 and
24 is carried out by two people.
1– Turn the ignition key to position 0.
– Remove the ignition key.
NOTE! Wait at least five minutes before
disassembling the connectors or removing other
electrical equipment.
2– Pre-install the cable harness connector for the towbar
accordingtostep1intheInstallatio
n Instructions for
the appropriate cable harness.
3Illustration A
– Liftupandremovethefloorhatch(1).
– Lift up and remove the storage cover (2).
– Remove the side panel (3) on the left-hand side.
Illustration B
– Remove the holder for 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.
4Illustration 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.
5–Raisethecar.
Applies to cars with rear mudflaps
– Remove the rear wheels.
– Carefully drill out the rivets holding the mudflap on
both sides. Use a Ø6 mm (1/4") diameter drill bit.
– Remove the mudflaps.
6Applies to cars up to and including model year –2004
(CH -458999)
– Carefully drill out the rivets (2) underneath the bumper
on both sides. Use a Ø6mm(1/4")diameter drill bit.
– Remove the screw (1) holding the wheel arch liner for
thebumpercoveronbothsides.
Do not damage any of the plastic components.
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7Applies to cars up to and including model year –2004
(CH -458999)
Check if the car has clips
– Remove the clips (1) underneath the bumper cover by
pressing in the centre of the clip until a clicking sound
is heard. Remove the clips. The clips shall be re-used.
Applies to all models
– Pull the bumper backwards slightly. Bend out the
sides (2) so that they detach from the mounting (3).
Then pull the bumper backwards until it detaches
completely.
– Place the bumper on a clean underlying surface that
will not damage the paint.
Applies if the car has moulding
– Carefully remove the moulding (4) from the expander
screws.
8Applies to cars from and including model year 2005
(CH459000-)
– Remove the screw (1) in the upper edge of the end
face on both sides.
– Remove the screw (2) in the lower edge of the wheel
arch on both sides.
– Push in the centre of the four clips on the underside of
the bumper cover. Remove the four clips by pulling
them through the holes.
– Place the bumper on a clean underlying surface that
will not damage the paint.
9Applies 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.
10 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 rubber mountings (4). Remove the
bracket. The bracket will not be used again.
Illustration B
– Remove the screws (1). Remove the bracket (2). The
bracket shall not be re-used.
11 Illustration A
Applies to V70, V70R from and including model year
2005– (CH 459000–), Europe and Australia
– Cut along the markings on the inside of the bumper to
make the cut-out for the towbar. Cut out so that the
marking lines remain in the bumper afterwards.
Illustration B
Applies to the Australian towbar with chain
mountings.
– Install masking tape opposite the smaller cutting lines
(2).
– Drill a hole inside each marking for the blade of the
jig saw.
– Cut the material out inside the marking lines.
– After cutting, smooth off the edges using a file.
12 Applies to V70R up to and including model year
–2004 (CH -458999)
– 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.
13 Illustration A
Applies to cars up to and including model year –2004
(CH -458999)
– Use the cutting template from the kit to pre-mark the
cutting lines on the inside of the bumper. Position the
cutting template as illustrated.
– Carefully mark out the cutting lines around the cutting
template.
– Cut along the markings on the inside of the bumper to
make the cut-out for the towbar. Cut out so that the
marking lines remain in the bumper afterwards.
Illustration B
Applies to the Australian towbar with chain
mountings.
– Use the smaller cutting templates from the kit to
pre-mark the cutting lines on the inside of the bumper.
Position the cutting template as illustrated.
– 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.
– After cutting, smooth off the edges using a file.
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14 – Remove the towbar by pressing in the lock knob and
turningitdownuntilaclickisheard.
– Turn the lock knob down further, right to when it stops,
hold the lock knob down and pull out the ball section.
15 – Clean away any underseal and dirt from the surfaces
between the towbar and the bodywork.
The illustration shows how the towbar and its components
are assembled and installed on the body.
16 – Install the screws (7, 8) from underneath the brackets
(4:1, 5:1, 9:1), including the sleeves (6). Tighten by
hand. The arrows on the brackets (4:1, 5:1, 9:1) must
point in towards the centre of the car. Carry out on
both sides, the right-hand side is illustrated.
17 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.
18 – 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.
19 – Tighten the screws (7) to 79 Nm (58 lbf.ft.).
– Tighten the screws (8) to 120 Nm (89 lbf.ft.).
– Carry out on both sides, the right-hand side is
illustrated.
20 – Tighten the screws (2) and nut (3) to 136 Nm (100
lbf.ft.).
– 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 re-used.
21 – Underseal.
Applies to Sweden only
– Underseal after the state roadworthiness inspection.
22 Applies to cars up to and including model year –2004
(CH -458999)
–Applies if the car has moulding: Reinstall the
mouldings (3) on the expander screws and press
them in.
– If the guide lugs (4) and clips (5) 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 (4) and clip (5) are centred
with the hole (2) in the wheel arch liner.
23 Applies to cars up to and including model year –2004
(CH -458999)
– Tighten the screw (1) on both sides.
– Rivet (2) the bumper into place as illustrated.
– Reinstall the nuts. Tighten the nuts. Tighten to 18 Nm
(13 lbf.ft.).
– Connect the antenna connector.
Applies to cars with rear mudflaps
– Rivet in the mudflap.
– Reinstall the wheels and tighten the screws alternately
to 110 Nm (81 lbf.ft.).
24 Applies to cars from and including model year 2005-
(CH459000-)
–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.
– Guide the hooks (1) for the bumper into the guides (2)
in the side brackets. Press at the upper edge and in
the middle so that the hooks engage.
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25 Applies to cars from and including model year 2005-
(CH459000-)
– Install the screw (1) in the upper edge of the end face
on both sides.
– Install the screw (2) in the lower edge of the wheel
arch on both sides.
– Install the four clips.
Applies to cars with rear mudflaps
– Rivet in the mudflap.
– Reinstall the wheels and tighten the screws alternately
to 110 Nm (81 lbf.ft.).
26 Install the rubber tabs from the kit over the four
installed screws as follows:
– Align the rubber tabs (1) edge to edge with the lining
mat.
– Compress the rubber tab (2) slightly to align in the
cut-out.
– Align the rubber tab (3) so that the lower edge is
positioned edge to edge with the lining mat. Then cut
off the section protruding from the lining mat. Do not
remove too much.
27 – If necessary, cut away the area (1) around the screw
heads, so that the screws are accessible.
28 – Check the function of the detachable towbar.
29 – Remove the towbar and place it in the protective bag.
– Place the towbar in the spare tyre as illustrated.
– Thread the strap through the two nearest holes in the
wheel and route the strap around the towbar.
– Insert the strap into the tensioner. Tighten the strap
until the towbar is secured and stable.
30 – Take the protective cover from the kit.
– Install it into the hole where the towbar shall be
located and press it in.
31 – Install the enclosed decal (1) on the underside of the
floor hatch. Staples can be used for more secure
fitting.
32 – Install the cable harness for the towbar according to
the appropriate Installation Instructions.
33 –Applies to cars with parking assistance: Connect
the detached cable to the parking assistance module.
Reinstall the control module.
– Turn the ignition key to position II.
Reinstall:
– The battery negative lead
– The battery cover and holder
– The side panel
– The storage cover and the floor hatch.
34 – Remove the masking tape from the bumper.
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