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![]() I am about to have a towbar fitted, with a single 7 pin electrical connection . The manufacturer's handbook implies that only a 'dedicated' wiring loom should be fitted; otherwise this may damage the car's systems.
I have spoken to three firms that fit towbars and they say that a 'universal' wiring loom, with a bypass relay, is sufficient, and will not damage the car's electrical systems; the only drawback being that, for example, the reversing sensors will not be disabled when towing. I would be pleased to hear from anyone who has been through this problem. Thank You. Tickford |
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![]() The sensors not being disabled is not a problem, as it only beeps in reverse. ![]() Had my tow-bar fitted with an after-market loom etc. No problems except the garage did not fit the back bumper properly leaving the sensor wire lying on the exhaust, where it burned away the insulation and caused the sensors to fail ![]()
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![]() Hello Andrew
Thak you for replying to my concerns about towbar electrics.I have also now read some earlier threads on the subject; they mention that universal wiring needs a 'can-bus friendly' relay. Is that what towbar fitters are calling a bypass relay ? Also I have seen your response re stuck bonnets - mine has! As you are a Moderator, can you please send me a private message on how to get it open, 'reverse the splitter', and cure the problem for the future. Thank you very much. tickford |
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Also, as you are a Moderator, can you send me a private message about how to open my stuck bonnet, and how to avoid a repeat,please. Thank you very much . tickford |
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The Can-Bus setup is specific to your car, and a specific plug in type setup is over £100 I believe..........at least I think so!! ![]() Yours can be done with a normal off the shelf bypass relay. I don't know how though, as although I fitted my own bar, I paid someone to do th electrics!. Swanny
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