Owners manual

BX1987
2008-13 Smart Car
(with fog lights)
Installation Instructions
405-0050 Rev. E Page 3 of 13 4/9/12
Removable Tab
Use only with motorhome mount tow bars or the
BX8833 or BX88151 adapters. Removable tabs
with only one hole will not attach to car mount tow
bars or other adapters. The Acclaim may only be
used with removable tab baseplates that have
23” or greater spaced tabs. The Adventurer may
only be used with baseplates that have 16” – 36”
spaced removable tabs The Ambassador may
only be used with 24” spaced removable tabs.
Instructions
The hood, antenna, fascia, tires, bumper, bolts
and push pins are removed and reinstalled for the
baseplate installation. Drilling is required. Trimming 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 BX8848, 4 Diode wiring kit is recommended for
this vehicle.
2. Remove the three (3) bolts from the upper
edge of the fascia with a 25 Torx. Set aside to
be reinstalled later.
1. Pull the lever in the front to the outside. Do this
on both sides of the vehicle. Lift the hood off
and set aside to be reinstalled later.
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Installation Instructions
Due to the narrow wheel base of the Smart Car
there is a problem with the steering coming back
to a straight position after making a turn. Bungee
cords can be used to straighten the wheel back
out. Place two bungee cords crossing from one
side of the steering wheel to the other side of the
driver seat, this gives resistance in each direction
to bring the steering wheel back to center after
making a turn.
Handling of some cosmetic parts
when installing this product may
require the use of protective covers,
rags, specialty tools, etc. to prevent
damage.