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BX3310 (Removable Tabs)
1995-2000 Saturn SC1
1997-2000 Saturn SC2
1996-2000 Saturn SL, SL1
1993-2000 Saturn SL2
1996-2000 Saturn SW1
1993-2000 Saturn SW2

The baseplate mounts to the bottom of the metal bumper and to the lower sub-frame assemblies. The bumper molding needs to be removed, and holes need to be drilled for installation. The attachment tabs will extend through the top grill opening approximately four inches. These tabs are removable for when the car is not being towed.

1. Read the General Instruction Sheet included with this baseplate.

2. Remove the plastic rivets on the top center and along the bottom edge of the bumper molding. On the front edge of the fender wells are screws (7mm wrench) which need to be removed. Next pull the fender well molding back and reach up inside with a 10mm socket and long extension to loosen the bolts that fasten the bumper molding to each quarter panel. Then pull the bumper forward and down to remove. On older models remove the headlight assemblies, then pull off the bumper molding.

3. Remove the black plastic center piece which is bolted to the bottom of the aluminum bumper.

4. The plastic molding surrounding the radiator interferes with the installation of the baseplate and will need to be notched. Starting from where the plastic piece meets the bottom of the metal bumper, measure down 2 inches and mark it. Then measure back 2 1/2 inches and make another mark. Again measure down 3 1/4 inches and make another mark and then back out to the front of the shroud. Make a line to each mark and cut out the small piece. Do this for both sides of the plastic shroud. Do not cut the shroud completely out the back, as that will considerably weaken it.

5. Hold the baseplate (Item 1) up so the side plates are positioned on the outside of the frame (in front of the indent). The baseplate is positioned correctly if the side plates are in front of the indents and the front braces on the baseplate align with the bottom of the metal bumper. Note: Older models have a quarter panel braces interfering with the side plates. Remove the bolts that fasten these braces to the frame and then position the baseplate in its correct position.

6. Once the baseplate is positioned correctly clamp it to the frame and drill the four 3/8 inch holes for the front braces. Remove the clamps or vice grip and insert the spacers (Item 12). Note: Spacers are used on SL and SW models only. Reclamp baseplate and use hardware to attach front braces to the bumper. (Item 2, 4 and 5).

7. Drill the outside holes for the side plates. Use the hardware provided to bolt the baseplate to the frame and the metal bumper. Use the large nut plates with the front metal bumper attachment assemblies and the small nut plates with the side plates. Use Loctite Blue or red with each bolt to ensure that they do not loosen while the car is being towed. Read the Loctite instructions before using. Once all bolts have been started, tighten and torque bolts according to the Bolt Torque Guidelines in the General Instruction Sheet.

OPTION: If you want to keep the fog lights on the vehicle use the two brackets included in the kit. The brackets will bolt to the aluminum bumper using an existing hole with 3/8 bolts and wire nuts. Drill a 1/8" hole for the second small hole in the bracket and use the self taping screws. Bolt the fog lights on the end of the brackets and slide them as far inboard as possible. Note: The fog lights are placed very close to the bumper plastic, be sure that the bolts for the brackets and foglights are tight.

8. Replace any of the lower plastic that was removed for the baseplate installation. On some of the older models it is necessary to cut an opening in the grill section for the attachment tabs. Place the bumper molding up to its original position and mark area needed to be cut. Once the molding is trimmed replace it to original position.

9. The dimensional variations between otherwise identical cars can be considerable. While the location and size of the holes in the baseplate were designed to allow for easy installation, it may be necessary to file a hole slightly to allow a bolt to clear.

10. Install the tow bar and safety cables according to the instructions included in their packages.

11. Do not substitute any other devices if the tow bar pin and clip are lost.

Operation

To install the tow bar connectors, push the connector all the way through the bumper mount with the release pin housing up. Rotate the connector until the locking pin engages.

To remove the tow bar connectors from the car, pull on the ring to release the lock pin and rotate the connector. Pull the connector straight ahead to remove. Be sure to rotate the connectors so the pin assemblies point up.

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