FRONT TOWING EYE [G3140263]

WARNING:

Use extreme caution when moving or towing the vehicle. Death or serious injury may occur.

WARNING:

Use extreme caution when detaching towing equipment. Vehicle movement is possible which can result in serious injury.

WARNING:

Make sure that the towing eye cover is securely attached to the vehicle. An unsecured towing eye cover could cause serious injury or death.

CAUTION:

Remove the front towing point cover before driving off-road, to prevent damage or loss. The cover must be replaced before driving on the road.

CAUTION:

Access to the front towing eye requires the removal an assembly of two covers. Make sure that the cover assembly is removed in full as described below. Damage may occur if towing equipment is attached to a vehicle with only one cover removed.

NOTE:

Depending on the vehicle specification, some variation from the illustration may occur.

The front towing point is located behind removable covers in the lower front bumper.

To remove the cover assembly:

  1. Rotate each of the six fasteners counter-clockwise with a suitable tool and remove the fasteners. Keep them somewhere safe.
  2. Pull the rear edge of the cover assembly downwards and forwards to release the retaining lugs.
  3. The towing eye is located in the centre of the front bumper.

To refit the cover:

  1. Offer up the cover assembly and make sure the retaining lugs engage (2) with the holes in the body panel.
  2. Replace each of the 6 fasteners (1). Rotate each fastener clockwise with a suitable tool until tight to secure the cover in position.