Owners manual
BX1698
2011-13 Chevy Cruze RS
Installation Instructions
405-0207 Rev. B Page 3 of 11 8/24/12
Attachment Tabs:
Due to the design of the removable tabs, the
RangeFinder II, Acclaim and Ambassador tow
bars can not be used. Adapters, except the
BX8833 and BX88151, can not be used with this
baseplate.
Instructions Notes:
The front fascia, horn bracket and air bafe are
removed for baseplate installation. Drilling is
required. Trimming of fascia and plastic air dam
is required.
The dimensional variations between otherwise
identical vehicles can be considerable. While
the baseplate was designed for easy installation,
it may be necessary to tailor the baseplate
slightly to compensate for auto manufacturer’s
tolerances. These minor adjustments may include
ling a hole slightly, bending electrical rods or
bending end plates.
The BX8869 Bulb and Socket Wiring Kit is
available for this vehicle.
1. Remove the two push pins (white arrows) from the
black plastic cover just above the radiator. Using a
10MM socket, remove the metric bolt at the edge of
the fascia (gray arrow). Do this on both sides. Set
pins and bolts aside to be reinstalled later.
1
Installation Instructions:
Handling of some cosmetic parts
when installing this product may
require the use of protective covers,
rags, specialty tools, etc. to prevent
damage.
2. Just forward of front tire, on the edge of the wheel
well, are three bolts to remove with the T20 Torx,
both sides. Set bolts aside to be reinstalled later.
2A
Possible Location of the BX8869 Bulb &
Socket Wiring Kit
2B