WARNING: Do not, drill, cut, weld or otherwise modify the towbar. FOR TOWING PURPOSES ONLY - This towbar is designed and tested by Trailboss to adhere to ADR 62/02 which provides only for the expected load demands of towing. 2. 3.
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TOWBAR INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS PART NUMBER KM23L KIA CERATO BD CL2 TOWBAR ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM ITEM DESCRIPTION ITEM DESCRIPTION KIA CERATO WELDED ASSEMBLY SPRING WASHER M16 RH SIDE ARM ASSEMBLY LUG ASSY LH SIDE ARM ASSEMBLY NUT NYLON LOCK HEX M4X0.7P BUMPER TAB PLUG BRACKET SET SCREW HEX HD M10x40x1.25P...
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TOWBAR INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS PART NUMBER KM23L KIA CERATO BD CL2 1. Open boot and remove LH and RH side panel trims from inside boot to expose rear of tail-light. 2. Remove 4 x hex nuts securing tail-light to vehicle. Gently pull tail-light rearwards to dislodge and unclip attached wiring from inside vehicle and feed through rear panel.
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TOWBAR INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS PART NUMBER KM23L KIA CERATO BD CL2 4. For single exhaust, remove trim from underside of vehicle by removing 3 x scrivets and 3 x hex nuts. Set trim aside. 5. Inside rear wheel arch, remove 2 x screws and 2 x scrivets (one on the underside of vehicle).
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TOWBAR INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS PART NUMBER KM23L KIA CERATO BD CL2 7. Carefully peel back bumper from corners to remove. Disconnect wiring harness from rear panel to free the bumper. Set bumper safely aside. 8. Remove 5 x scrivets securing impact beam to bumper.
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TOWBAR INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS PART NUMBER KM23L KIA CERATO BD CL2 10. If required, remove exhaust from rear exhaust hanger to allow better access for fitment. Note: Repeat for opposite side if fitting a dual exhaust model. 11. Attach supplied bumper tab brackets to front face of towbar (refer to exploded diagram on page 3) with 1 x tek screw per bracket.
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TOWBAR INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS PART NUMBER KM23L KIA CERATO BD CL2 13. Loosely secure welded centre section to side arms via 2 x M10 bolts complete with 2 x M10 washers and 1 x M10 nut per bolt. Secure side arms to weld nuts on centre section via 1 x M10 bolt complete with 1 x M10 washer.
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TOWBAR INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS PART NUMBER KM23L KIA CERATO BD CL2 IMPORTANT Due to possible vehicle variations, always confirm any noted vehicle colour wires with a multi-meter to ensure the correct function is identified before soldering or scotch locking. For vehicle wires denoted with two colours (example;...
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TOWBAR INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS PART NUMBER KM23L KIA CERATO BD CL2 21. Remove the rear scuff trim (1) by first removing the trim clips (2), and then pulling in an upwards direction. 22. Remove the RHS tool tray (1) by releasing the Phillip's Head screws (2).
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TOWBAR INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS PART NUMBER KM23L KIA CERATO BD CL2 29. Route the white and blue connector on the larger trailer patch harness (102111-WL) (1) from the inside of the vehicle through the drilled grommet hole (2) to the outside.
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TOWBAR INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS PART NUMBER KM23L KIA CERATO BD CL2 36. From the RHS passenger door, remove a small section of the weather seal (1). 37. Dislodge the trim (2) covering the rear passenger seatbelt. 38. Route the power wire from the boot towards the front of the vehicle.
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TOWBAR INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS PART NUMBER KM23L KIA CERATO BD CL2 41. Remove Vehicle 20 amp fuse from location Fuse 14. 42. Insert the supplied 20 amp fuse (1) into the Add- A- Fuse (2) top slot and then insert the vehicle fuse (3) into the bottom slot.
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TOWBAR INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS PART NUMBER KM23L KIA CERATO BD CL2 52. Secure all harnesses using supplied Cable Ties. 53. Test the trailer patch function using a light board or multi-meter. 54. Re-fit all removed parts and secure all fasteners, ensuring there are no squeaks or rattles.
THIS PRODUCT WILL PROVIDE A LIFETIME OF TROUBLE-FREE OPERATION. TOWBAR MAINTENANCE AND CARE: 1. Trailboss recommend that the towbar LUG or TBM (Trailer Ball Mount) Pull Pin and R-clip are removed and stored when not in use. Removal of LUG or TBM (Trailer Ball Mount) is advisable when not in use to assist with any of the following.
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VEHICLE’S GLOVEBOX AFTER INSTALLATION PRO SERIES SILENT ANTI-RATTLE HITCH PIN Your Trailboss towbar is equipped with a Pro Series Silent Anti-Rattle Hitch Pin technology to help reduce towbar tongue rattle in most driving conditions. Please ensure below instructions are understood and routine maintenance is carried out to ensure best towing experience.
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