Ford Escort IV 3/5 Doors Towing Hitch Fitting Instructions

This towing hitch is designed to assembly in following cars: FORD ESCORT IV 3/5 doors, produced since 01.1996 till 1998, catalogue no. C10 and is prepared to tow trailers max total weight 1250 kg and max vertical load 50 kg.
1. It is not necessary to reassemble the bumepr.
2. Find original signed places inside the boot on the left and right side, then drill ø24mm.
3. Slide the sleeves L=50mm (pos. 5) and position the element (pos. 4).
4. Position the main bar of towing hitch (pos. 1) and fix it through the holes (pos. A), sleeves (pos. 5) and the elements (pos. 4) using M10x90mm (pos. 7).
5. Tighten all nuts and bolts according to the torque shown in the table.
6. Position the ball of towing hitch (pos. 2) together with socket plate (pos. 3) and fix it with M12x75mm (pos. 6) from the towing hitch accessories.
7. Connect the electric wires according to the instructions of the car.
8. Complete the paint cover of towing hitch (during the mounting paint cover could be destroyed).
NOTE
After install the towing hitch you should get adequate note in registration book (at authorised service station).The car should be equipped with:
• Indicators
• Tow mirrors
After 1000km check all bolts and nuts. The ball of towing hitch must be always kept clear and conserve with a grease.

Source