CHASSIS MODIFICATIONS 2-37 E UROCARGO Euro 4/5 Figure 2.14 91459 1. Original cross member - 2. Reinforcing rail - 3. Connecting angle pieces or plates 2) Mounting a box section of suitable dimensions underneath the cross member, anchored at the extremities to the vertical web of the side members and joined at the centre of the cross member as shown in Figure 2.15. In vehicles having a short rear overhang and a subframe, the box section can be fitted within the subframe sections, above the cross-member, and connected to it by means of a plate (as shown in Figure 2.12).
Should box-section assembly require modification to underrun bar plates the original requirements for fastening, resistance and stif- fness must be met (comply with local government regulations if any). Installing a towing device Print 603.93.431 Base - January 2008