DIY Tow Bar Installation on Nissan Elgrand: Tools, Challenges, and Cost Savings. If you own a Nissan Elgrand E51XL (the top‑of‑the‑range model) and need a reliable way to tow a caravan or trailer, a tow bar is the answer. Unlike many Japanese vans, the Elgrand wasn’t originally equipped with factory‑mounted tow points, so you’ll have to drill your own mounting holes and fit a custom fast‑fit tow bar. In this blog post we break down the entire process shown in the video transcript, give you a han