gdw 1592 Mode D'emploi page 6

Volkswagen Eos
2006-....
Ref. 1592
Fitting instructions
1) Disassemble the bumper and permanently remove the metal buffer beam.
2) Shove the tow bar with the supporting arms through the liberated openings in the back of the
vehicle in the chassis beams. Points (A) match the provided drillings in the outside of the
chassis beam, these drillings are sealed with tape which has to be removed. Insert the bolts and
washers by (A) and screw firmly on (see tension).
3) Make an incision in the underside of the bumper according to drawing 1 (fig.1) and assemble
the bumper on the vehicle.
4) Assemble the ball together with the socket holder and the security shackle, tighten firmly
according to tension.
Disassemblage of the bumper
- disassemble the rear-light units by means of 2 small screws inside the trunk, behind the covering
- 2x1 small screw under the black cap of the rear-light
- shove the rear-lights backwards
- 2x3 small screws on the splashboards
- 2x1 plastic plug vertical on the wheel case
- 4 small screws at the bottom of the bumper
- pull the bumper backwards
Note
Please consult your cardealer or owners manual for the maximal permissable towing mass.
Remove any bitumen coating on the fastening position for the tow bar.
When drilling, be carefull not to damage any brake lines, electrical wiring or fuel lines.