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Attachment Tab Width: 20"
Please read BOTH these Installation Instructions and the General Information sheet prior to
1. Blue Ox
towing products and accessories are
®
intended to be installed by Blue Ox
who are familiar with our products and have the
equipment and knowledge necessary to do "fit
work". If needed, Blue Ox
at
www.blueox.com
Service Department at (402) 385-3051.
2. Many Blue Ox
baseplates are designed to
®
use existing holes and hardware to mount the
baseplate to the towed vehicle. Even though bolts
are there, do not assume they are adequate for
baseplate mounting. Always use the hardware
supplied in the hardware kit and existing hardware
as specified in the installation instructions.
If the front of your vehicle looks different than
this, please contact us at (402)385-3051.
Reference your vehicle owner's
manual for manufacturer's towing
specifications.
405-0208 Rev F
www.blueox.com
for the latest version of these installation instructions.
2012-16 Fiat 500 Sport
installing or operating this equipment.
Dealers
®
Dealers can be found
®
or by contacting our Technical
BX2800
Installation Instructions
Serial Number
Bolt Torque Specifications
Torque in Foot-Pounds for Inch Bolts
Bolt Size
1/4"
5/16"
3/8"
7/16"
1/2"
5/8"
3/4"
Bolt Torque Specifications
Torque in Foot-Pounds for Metric Bolts
Bolt Size
6MM
8MM
10MM
12MM
14MM
16MM
18MM
!
Failure to read and follow these instructions
could result in separation of the towed vehicle
from the tow bar, causing property damage,
loss of towed vehicle, personal injury or death.
Page 1 of 10
(Non Turbo)
Grade 5
Grade 8
10
19
33
54
78
119
154
230
257
380
Grade 8.8
Grade 10.9
6
16
31
54
89
161
222
WARNING
14
29
47
78
8
22
40
70
117
230
318
3/22/16
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Summary of Contents for Blue Ox BX2800
- Page 1 1. Blue Ox towing products and accessories are ® Bolt Torque Specifications intended to be installed by Blue Ox Dealers ® Torque in Foot-Pounds for Inch Bolts who are familiar with our products and have the equipment and knowledge necessary to do “fit...
- Page 2 BX2800 2012-16 Fiat 500 Sport (Non Turbo) Installation Instructions Instruction Notes: The fascia and horn are removed and reinstalled for the baseplate installation. Some drilling and trimming is required. Place all components that are removed on a flat, sturdy surface. All items will be reinstalled unless otherwise noted after the baseplate is installed.
- Page 3 (In most cases it will be Grade 5, please reference the parts list above). Replacement parts may be ordered through your nearest Blue Ox® Dealer or Distributor. Failing to follow and/ or altering these installation instructions in either installation or required equipment will void the manufacturer’s warranty.
- Page 4 BX2800 2012-16 Fiat 500 Sport (Non Turbo) Installation Instructions 1. Using a T30 Torx, remove the four (4) 2. Using a phillips screwdriver, remove the screws from the top edge of the fascia. three (3) screws from the wheel well. Do There are two (2) on each side.
- Page 5 BX2800 2012-16 Fiat 500 Sport (Non Turbo) Installation Instructions 5. Using a T30 Torx, remove the three (3) 6. Pull the fascia corners out to the side then screws from the bottom edge of the fascia. forwards to remove. DO NOT remove the silver screw.
- Page 6 BX2800 2012-16 Fiat 500 Sport (Non Turbo) Installation Instructions 9. Using a 10MM socket, loosen the bolt 10. Using a 14MM socket, remove the four on the right hand side of the washer (4) bolts holding the fascia guard (white reservoir.
- Page 7 BX2800 2012-16 Fiat 500 Sport (Non Turbo) Installation Instructions 13. Slide the baseplate in place, aligning 14. Using the baseplate as a template with a with the existing holes in the end of the 13/32” drill bit, drill the two (2) side holes.
- Page 8 BX2800 2012-16 Fiat 500 Sport (Non Turbo) Installation Instructions 17. Optional: Center the breakaway bracket 18. Optional (continued from #17): Attach between the electrical rod and the the bracket to the lower frame with two convenience link and mark the plastic (2) #10-16 x 1”...
- Page 9 BX2800 2012-16 Fiat 500 Sport (Non Turbo) Installation Instructions POSSIBLE LOCATION FOR BX8869 WIRING KIT 20. On the backside of the tail light, using 21. Using a 1/2” drill bit, drill a hole in the a T20 Torx remove the four (4) screws.
- Page 10 Also, as a commitment to our customers, should you visit our factory, you can stay at our full service Blue Ox® campground at no charge along with enjoying a factory tour. Again, thank you for being our customer and for the confidence you have shown in the performance of our products.
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Page 11: General Information
The illustrations below show the possible arrangements recommended by Blue Ox®. Each permanent baseplate safety cable must have an adequate weight rating for the towing system. The weight rating of the two (2) cables together will not qualify. - Page 12 BLUE OX ORIGINAL PURCHASERS THREE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Automatic Equipment Manufacturing Company (“Automatic”) warrants to the original (first) retail purchaser that this product, manufactured by Automatic, shall be free from defect in material and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of three years from the date of delivery.
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