Driving tips / Loading your vehicle 8-13 designed to carry loads ( cargo , crossbars and carrying attachment ) of no more than 176 lbs ( 80 kg ). Be sure not to exceed your vehicle ’ s GVWR and GAWR .
CAUTION
. When using a carrying attachment , make sure that the total carrying load of the cargo , crossbars and carrying attachment does not exceed 176 lbs ( 80 kg ). Overloading may cause damage to the vehicle .
. For cargo carrying purposes , the roof rails must be used together with the crossbars and any appropriate carrying attachment that may be needed . The roof rails must never be used alone to carry cargo . Otherwise , damage to the roof or paint , or a dangerous road hazard due to loss of cargo could result .
NOTE
Remember that the vehicle ’ s center of gravity is altered with the weight of the load on the roof , thus affecting driving characteristics .
Drive carefully . Avoid rapid starts , hard cornering and abrupt stops . Crosswind effects will be increased .
& Roof molding and crossbar ( if equipped )
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CAUTION
. For cargo carrying purposes , the roof molding must be used together with a roof crossbar kit and the appropriate carrying attachment . Otherwise , damage to the roof or paint or a dangerous road hazard due to loss of cargo could result .
. When using the roof crossbar kit , make sure that the total weight of the crossbars , carrying attachment and cargo does not exceed the maximum load limit . Overloading may cause damage to the vehicle and create a safety hazard .
Cargo can be carried after securing the roof crossbar kit to the roof molding and installing the appropriate carrying attachment . When installing the roof crossbar kit , follow the manufacturer ’ s instructions .
When carrying cargo on the roof using the roof crossbar kit and carrying attachments , never exceed the maximum load limit as explained below . You should also be careful that the vehicle does not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ( GVWR ) and front and rear Gross Axle Weight Rating ( GAWR ). For information about loading cargo into or onto your vehicle , refer to “ Loading your vehicle ” F8-10 . The maximum total load on the roof ( including crossbars , carrying attachments and cargo ) must not exceed 176 lbs ( 80 kg ). Refer to the crossbar installation instructions for the maximum crossbar capacity . Place the heaviest load at the bottom , close to the roof , and evenly distribute the cargo . Always properly secure all cargo .
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