Volvo 31269496 User manual

Instruction No Version Part. No.
31269484 1.6 31269496, 31269494, 31269498
Towbar, detachable
IMG-225145
Instruction No Version Part. No.
31269484 1.6 31269496, 31269494, 31269498
Towbar, detachable
IMG-225145
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Equipment
A0000162 IMG-256903 IMG-239660 IMG-239664 IMG-282923 IMG-282924
IMG-261824 IMG-240693
IMG-260406
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IMG-260407
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INTRODUCTION
Read through all of the instructions before starting installation.
Notifications and warning texts are for your safety and to
minimise the risk of something breaking during installation.
Ensure that all tools stated in the instructions are available
before starting installation.
Certain steps in the instructions are only presented in the form
of images. Explanatory text is also given for more complicated
steps.
In the event of any problems with the instructions or the
accessory, contact your local Volvo dealer.
Applies to cars with twin rear silencers
Note!
To facilitate access when tightening the towbar member, the
exhaust system must be cut off at the marking according to
points 19 and 21.
It is important to use this method, otherwise there is a risk of
damaging the exhaust system if the silencers are forced down
for example.
1
IMG-261524
Note the engine version of the car.
Enter VIDA under Engine and suspension, Intake and exhaust
system, Silencer and exhaust system, Silencer rear.
Order the exhaust clamp for joining the exhaust system.
Preparations
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2
IMG-259683
Preparations
Applies to the V70
3
IMG-259684
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4A
IMG-259685
4B
IMG-273303
Illustration A
Remove the four screws on both sides.
Illustration B
Place the fender liner to one side. Remove the screw at the
upper edge of the cover on both sides.
5
IMG-273304
Carefully pull of the ends of the bumper cover from the body on
both sides. They are attached with hooks at the upper edge of
the ends and at the lower edge of the tail lights.
Pull the bumper cover away from the body, it is secured by
seven guides at the upper edge of the longer side.
If the car is equipped with rear parking assistance, disconnect
the connector on the right-hand side of it.
Note!
To prevent damaging the bumper cover, it is recommended to
request the assistance of a colleague during this procedure.
Place the bumper cover on a suitable surface.
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6
IMG-259752
Applies to the XC70
7
IMG-259753
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8A
IMG-259754
8B
IMG-259755
9
IMG-259756
Carefully pull of the bumper cover ends from the body on both
sides. They are attached with hooks at the upper edge and front
edge of the ends and at the lower edge of the tail lights.
Pull the bumper cover away from the body, it is secured by
seven guides at the upper edge of the longer side. If the car is
equipped with rear parking assistance, disconnect the connector
on the right-hand side of it.
Note!
To prevent damaging the bumper cover, it is recommended to
request the assistance of a colleague during this procedure.
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10
IMG-261414
Applies to the V70 and the XC70
11
IMG-259759
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12
IMG-259760
Carefully pull of the boot lid's sill panel, it is secured with six
clips.
13
IMG-259761
Remove the screws in the collision member on both sides.
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