Retrofitting Tow-hook

[Andy80F]

Hi, has anyone retrofitted a tow-hook? I'm thinking about it and since checking and finding the "1D7" code on the label under the front seat that, as per a previous post, indicates that the wiring loom for the electrics is in place. I'm hoping that the job of fitting a tow-hook is either achievable as a DIY project or as a simple job for a specialist but am looking for anyone who might have done this and any problems encountered. e.g. doe the Cali need to be recoded after fitting to alert it to the presence of the elections being used.

Regards

Andy80F

 

[WelshGas]

If fitting the original then yes there are programming changes

Once fitted the following aspects of the vehicle electronics coding should be updated (depending on fitted equipment). All of this is very simple with either the dealer tool (VAS/ODIS) or the consumer tool VCDS.

Update the Installation List in the Gateway (J533 / #19)
Update the Trailer Control Module (J345 / #69)
Update the Engine Control Module (J623 / #01)
Update the Parking Aid 2 (J446 / #10) if installed
Update the Rear View Camera (J772 / #6C) if installed
Update the Lane Change Assist (J769 / #3C) if installed

So as you can see it is not only important to use the correct vehicle specific electrics kit, and not just the old fashioned bypass relay solution, but also the vehicle electronics should be adjusted to take account of the tow bar being fitted.