Subaru Outback Manuals 2020 Outback Owner's Manual | Page 435

Loading Your Vehicle 427 avoid rapid starts, hard cornering and abrupt stops. Crosswind effects will be increased. . Restore the bars to the original position when the bars are not used as crossbars. ! How to use as crossbars CAUTION s08aj0802 . Do not raise the bar higher than necessary. The base of the bar may be damaged. . Be careful not to contact the bars while sliding them. Otherwise, the bars may be scratched or the latch portions may be damaged. . Do not slide the bar more than necessary when sliding the bar. The base of the bar may be damaged. . Do not allow the bar to fall on or contact the roof panel or the moonroof when sliding the bar. Otherwise the roof panel may be dented or the glass of the moonroof may be damaged. . Be careful hands do not become pinched when operating the cross bar. Hands becoming pinched could result in injury. 1. Pull out the integrated crossbars from the roof rail holders by pulling up the covers. 2. Slide the bars in the direction shown in the illustration. 3. Install the bars into the holders. 4. Make sure that the latches are fitted securely. ! How to change the position of the crossbar s08aj080201 WARNING Carefully read the warning label attached to the roof rail. You can change the position of the rear crossbar. To change the position, perform the following procedure. 1. Take out the torque wrench from the under-floor storage compartment. – CONTINUED – 8 Driving Tips