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MITSUBISHI TRITON TOWBAR FITTING INSTRUCTION

Part # 390525 VEHICLE YEARS OF MANUFACTURE - From AUGUST 2009

(Suitable for vehicles without rear step fitted)

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The installation kit contains sufficient components for fitment*. Do not substitute any components. A high degree of technical competence is necessary to correctly install this product. We recommend this towbar be installed by an authorised outlet to ensure the installation complies with the requirements of AS 4177.1 Standard and ADR 62/00. This product is designed and rated for use within the standard specification and operating conditions of the vehicle manufacturer. Vehicle and/or product modification, misuse or abnormal operation can compromise the performance and operation of this product and/or vehicle and is therefore not endorsed. These instructions must be read and clearly understood before commencing installation.

*Note: Towbar package does not include any electrical components or mounting bracket for trailer socket.

Installation time - Approximately 0.5 Hour

WARNINGS

• The maximum towbar capacity may exceed the maximum allowable towing capacity of some vehicles. For model specific towing capacities and towball download specifications, please refer to the vehicle owners handbook or the manufacturer. Overloading can be dangerous and void your warranties.

• We recommend the use of a tow ball manufactured to comply with AS 4177.2. • Strict compliance with fitting instructions is essential for this product to meet its rated

capacity.

• Do not modify towbar in any way.

• Do not use this towbar on any other vehicle for which it is not designed.

• Modifications to the tow bar or its fixings or use on any other vehicle for which it is not designed may void the load rating and warranty.

• Where high tensile threaded fasteners are used, the towbar must be installed using the size and grade fasteners specified by Milford Industries.

• Do not remove the towbar information label from the towbar.

• To comply with ADR 42/00 clause 42.9 the towing lug should be removed when not in use.

• Socket wrench

• Imperial Hex Sockets (AF)

• Imperial Spanners (AF)

• Torque wrench

FASTENER TORQUES

Fastener size Fastener grade/class Recommended torque

1/2” UNC 8 125Nm/92lbft

TOOLS REQUIRED

“The estimated fitting time is based on an experienced fitter conversant with the fitment procedure“






TOWBAR IN

FORMATION

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Parts List Important: Check contents of kit before commencing fitment and report any discrepancies or damage.

Item Component Name Part No. Qty

1 Towbar ASM (See page 3) 390540 1

2 Towing Lug (See page 3) 191230 1

3 ‘D’ Shackle (chain connection) 191149 2

4 Bolt - 1/2” UNC x 11/2” HT ZP 913149 10

5 Washer - Spring 1/2” ZP 913152 10

6 Washer - Flat 1/2” ZP 932045 12

7 Hex Nut - 1/2” UNC ZP 913155 2

8 Backing Plate LHS 390008 1

9 Backing Plate RHS 390009 1

10 Adhesive Label—Identification/Tow bar information

905026 1

ADVICE TO FITTERS

Note: To fit the towbar the following is essential: � Always drill perpendicular to surface (Unless stated otherwise). � A positive drill stop should always be used to prevent accidental damage to hidden panels, fuel lines etc. � Ensure Safety Eye Protection and Gloves are worn as required when using cutting tools. � When drilling/cutting metal panels be very careful of sharp edges, for risk of skin cuts etc. � Care should be taken when applying Rust Preventative sealer to all holes drilled, to negate the possibility of

skin and eye irritation. � Check screws in relevant components by hand before installation. Should there be resistance re-tap threads

and re-check. � Before marking or drilling to install this towbar, check vehicle for LPG conversion & non standard

fuel tanks. Locate tanks and all lines attached and take EXTREME CARE not to damage whilst installing this tow bar.

� Before drilling to install this towbar, check for concealed wiring looms. E.g. towbar, reversing camera, reversing sensor wiring etc.. Relocate before drilling to avoid damage.

CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN NOT TO CROSS THREAD THE FASTENERS DURING INSTALLATION OF

COMPONENTS TO THE VEHICLE. ALL FASTENERS SHOULD BE TIGHTENED TO THE RECOMMENDED TORQUES.

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Item Component Name

1 Towbar ASM

2 Towing Lug

3 ‘D’ Shackle (chain connection)

4 Bolt - 1/2” UNC x 11/2” HT ZP

5 Washer - Spring 1/2” ZP

Optional Milford-Auto Hitch Receiver Cover (Not included with this package)

Item Component Name

6 Washer - Flat 1/2” ZP

7 Hex Nut - 1/2” UNC ZP

8 Backing Plate LHS

9 Backing Plate RHS

10 Adhesive Label—Identification/Tow bar information

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‘R’ clip

Towing Lug Retaining Pin

Anti rattle screw

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Vehicle chassis (shown cut away)

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REMOVAL OF THE SHIPPING HOOK

1. At the rear of the vehicle on the LHS chassis rail, undo the vertical bolt securing the shipping hook to the chassis.

2. Remove the 3 horizontal bolts securing the shipping hook in place then remove.

Note: Shipping hook & bolts will not be reinstalled. Discard or return to vehicle owner.

3. Familiarise yourself with the 5 holes (circled) at the rearward ends of each chassis rail, which will be used to secure the towbar in place.—4 on the vertical face & 1 in the bottom horizontal face.

INSTALLATION OF THE TOW BAR TO THE VEHICLE CHASSIS

Remove bolt

Remove shipping hook

Remove bolts

RHS Shown






INSTALLATION OF THE TOW BAR TO THE VEHICLE CHASSIS - Cont’d

4. Manoeuvre the towbar into position with side brackets on the outsides of the chassis rails.

5. Align the horizontal tabs on the inside of the towbar side brackets, with the holes in the bottom of the chassis rails as shown.

Hint: Pre install vertical bolts with flat washer under heads for use as a guide. Once in position temporarily place a bolt in each side bracket to take towbar weight.

6. Once tab holes are aligned secure towbar in place using bolts, washers & nuts as shown. Note: Finger tighten only at this stage.

7. Position backing plate ASM’s (8 & 9) on the inside of the chassis rails with 4 mounting holes aligned, then secure the towbar side brackets in place using 1/2” bolts (4), 1/2” spring washers (5) & 1/2” flat washers (6) as shown. Note: Finger tighten only at this stage.

8. Once all fasteners are in place tighten all nuts and bolts starting with the 2 horizontal bolts to position towbar correctly.

9. Torque up all nuts and bolts to 125Nm.

6, 5 & 7

125Nm

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4 & 6

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13. Affix towbar information label (10) in a conspicuous location on the inner panel of the drivers door opening.

Note: Ensure panel is free of dirt and grease before applying.

APPLICATION OF ADHESIVE LOAD RATING LABEL

11. Install the towing lug (2) to the towbar and secure in place using lug retaining pin and ’R’ clip supplied.

12. Install ‘D’ shackles (3) to towbar.

ASSEMBLE TOWING LUG TO TOWBAR

10. Fit Milford-Auto hitch receiver cover to towbar if purchased by customer. (Refer page 3 for details)

14. Installation complete.

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