Subaru Outback Manuals 2014 Outback Owner's Manual | Page 720

Driving tips/Loading your vehicle 8-17 torque is approximately 8.9 + 2.2 lbf·ft (12 + 3.0 N·m, 1.2 + 0.3 kgf·m). 2. Pull out the crossbars from the roof rail holders by pulling up the covers. 7. Tighten the cap of the holder by using the torque wrench. The tightening torque is approximately 8.9 + 2.2 lbf·ft (12 + 3.0 N·m, 1.2 + 0.3 kgf·m). ! How to re-stow bars CAUTION Do not use the bars as roof rails when the bars are stowed. 1. Check that the rear crossbar is stowed in the front side holder. 3. Slide the bars in the direction shown in the illustration. 4. Install the bars into the holders. 5. Make sure that the latches are fitted securely.