Towbar hitch1*

Volvo recommends the use of Volvo towbars that are specially designed for the vehicle.

 Note

The optional detachable trailer hitch may not be available in all markets or on all models. Consult your Volvo retailer.
P5-1746-All- USA trailer hitch
  1. P5-Icon red circle ABall holder
  2. P5-Icon red circle BCotter pin
  3. P5-Icon red circle CTowbar assembly
  4. P5-Icon red circle DLocking bolt
  5. P5-Icon red circle ESafety wire attachment bracket

Installing the ball holder

If necessary, remove the cotter pin from the locking bolt and slide the locking bolt out of the towbar assembly.
Slide the ball holder into the towbar assembly.
Align the hole in the ball holder with the one in the towbar assembly.
Slide the locking bolt through the towbar assembly/ball holder.
Insert the cotter pin in the hole at the end of the locking bolt.

 Warning

  • Be sure the towbar is securely locked in position before attaching anything to it.
  • Always attach the trailer's safety wire securely to the towbar's safety wire attachment bracket.

Removing the ball holder

Remove the cotter pin from the locking bolt and slide the locking bolt out of the ball holder/towbar assembly.
Pull the ball holder out of the towbar assembly.

Stowing the ball holder

 Warning

When not in use, the detachable ball holder should always be properly stowed in the designated location under the floor of the cargo compartment.
  1. 1 The following markets only: USA, Canada, Chile, Mexico, Peru, Puerto Rico, Australia and New Zealand.
  2. * Option/accessory.