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Mar 10th, 2022, 00:14 | #1 |
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Towball cannot be installed
Hi everyone.
I'm faced with a peculiar problem. I can't seem to attach the towball to the towbar. They are both original and of the same make from Volvo however, I just can't figure it out. I have tried with the owner's manual, with the instructions on the removable floorpad, but still, to no avail. Someone, please help me! |
Mar 10th, 2022, 06:32 | #2 |
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I have a 2009 XC90 with the original detachable tow ball.
Make sure the tow bar receptible on the vehicle is clean and free from dirt and rust, so that the tow ball slides in easily. Make sure the moving parts of the tow ball are clean and free of dirt. A spray and wipe over with CRC or WD40 works well. When you insert it, you have to give a good solid push and then you will hear it click as the locking mechanism engages. The indicator changes from red to green. If it stays red, the locking mechanism has not engaged.
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Mar 10th, 2022, 20:42 | #3 |
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Hi there.
Thanks for your response. The actual towbar is a little rusty since the guard plug was stolen many years ago. However, when inserting the towball, it seems to angle down a bit when looking from the bottom. Is this normal? |
Mar 11th, 2022, 18:57 | #4 |
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Sounds like the same tow ball as on my V70. I found the unused for 10 years receptacle had a layer of rust that prevented the tow ball locking in place.
I took the receptacle off the car and gave it a good de-rusting with a wire brush, works perfectly now. |
Mar 14th, 2022, 22:44 | #5 |
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So, do I need to take off the whole towbar?
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Mar 15th, 2022, 06:41 | #6 |
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No. Just wire-brush the inside surfaces where the the tow ball goes it.
Once clean and dry, a spray of WD40 will help to ensure everything moves smoothly. The tow ball should slide in easily.
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Mar 15th, 2022, 11:25 | #7 |
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Have you made sure that the locking mechanism on the detachable part is working correctly and not corroded internally?
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Mar 15th, 2022, 16:39 | #8 |
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Do you mean the tow ball
If so, I should tell you that it has never been used and has never been put on the car in 16 years It even still has the blue bag |
Mar 15th, 2022, 19:29 | #9 |
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Yes. Can you upload some photos of your particular towbar, in particular the locking/ release mechanism? They might help members give help for your specific model.
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Mar 24th, 2022, 10:29 | #10 |
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I have a similar issue with mine, I only use it a couple of times a year and each time it seems impossible to get it to fit, I know that I must have figured it out last time but each time I do it I have forgotten the knack and it just sits there limply!.
'Priming' the ball bit is key and the instructions don't make any sense to me, I end up trying the key in both positions, push the switch in hard (against the floor) and twist until it clicks. Once it is 'primed' it needs jamming in the car, that triggers a spring and it clicks in place, you don't need to twist the lever or use the key to get it to engage. Hope that makes sense |
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