Tow-Trust TAUT6 Auto Trail Excel Towbars User Guide
- August 14, 2024
- Tow-Trust
Table of Contents
Tow-Trust TAUT6 Auto Trail Excel Towbars
Specifications
- Product: Tow-Trust Towbars
- Model Compatibility: TAUT6 Auto-Trail Excel Models 675B, 690L & 690T (Not 620G) 2023>, F-Line All Models F60, F62, F68, F70, F72, F74 2019>, Ford Skeletal Chassis Based Vehicles 2014>
Product Usage Instructions
- Remove the four fixings at the rearmost mounting points.
- Loosely attach side arms (items B) to the inside face of each chassis with chassis spacer plates (items E) as spacers at the rearmost mounting point on the skeletal chassis.
- Fix side arms in place using bolts (items M) with flat washers (items N) and fix other components using the specified items according to the instructions provided.
- Attach the crossbar (item A) to the side arms using specified bolts and nuts.
- Attach extension (item F) to the crossbar ensuring proper alignment and use the spacer tube (item T1) at the lower mounting point.
- Fix additional components as per the instructions and fully tighten all fixings to ensure the towbar is rigid, square, and secure.
TAUT6 Auto-Trail Excel Models 675B, 690L & 690T (Not 620G) 2023> / F-Line All Models F60, F62, F68, F70, F72, F74 2019> & Ford Skeletal Chassis Based Vehicles 2014>
Item| Qty Description Item
Qty Description
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A| 1| TAUT6 Crossbar| H| 2| M16 x 50 Bolts & Nyloc Nuts
B| 2| Side Arms| J| 2| M12 x 40 Bolts & Nyloc Nuts
C| 4| 19 mm O/D 52 mm Long Spacer Tubes| K| 1| M12 x 120 Bolt (10.9) & Nyloc
Nut
D| 4| 19 mm O/D 60 mm Long Spacer Tubes| L| 4| M12 x 45 Bolts & Nyloc Nuts
E| 2| Chassis Spacer Plates| M| 8| M12 x 90 Bolts & Nyloc Nuts
F| 1| Extension| N| 24| 12 x 25 Flat Washers
S| 1| ASP5| P| 4| 12 x 40 Flat Washers
T| 1| ATT—T1| T1| 1| 30 mm O/D 60 mm Long Spacer Tube
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION
Towbar Installation
- Remove the four fixings at the rearmost mounting points. (Auto-Trail Models F60/F62, these Models will not use item E).
- Loosely attach items B to the inside face of each chassis, with items E as spacers at the rearmost mounting point on the skeletal chassis and fix in place using items M with items N and items P with items C and D inserted into the chassis. (Note: Items C are inserted through the ends of the chassis and items D through the side face). Using the locations shown in Figures 1 to 4.
- Using items L with items N loosely fix item A to items B.
- Using items J with items N and item K with items N fix item F to item A ensuring item T1 is fitted at the lower mounting point to the position shown in Figures 1 & 2 for Auto-Trail Models, for other skeletal based vehicle to the setting best suited to the vehicle.
- Using item H fix item S and T to item F then fully tighten all fixings ensuring the Towbar is rigid, square, and secure.
When Fitting To Models With Chassis Extensions, Order TAUT6-CSK In Addition For Full Installation
Notes:
- For Torque settings see general notes overleaf.
- Nose load limits and vehicle manufacturer’s trailer / caravan weight limits must be observed.
- We recommend the use of PRO-TOW Couplings with all our products.
FAQ
- What are the torque settings for this towbar installation?
- For torque settings, please refer to the general notes provided in the manual.
- Are there any weight limits I need to consider when using this towbar?
- Yes, nose load limits and vehicle manufacturer’s trailer/caravan weight limits must be observed for safe usage.
- Is there a recommended coupling to use with this product?
- We recommend the use of PRO-TOW Couplings with all our products for optimal performance.