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! Installing carrying attachments on the crossbars s08aj0601
When installing any carrying attachments such as the load carriers , crossbars , bike carrier , ski carrier , kayak carrier , cargo basket , etc ., follow the manufacturer ’ s instructions for the load capacity and make sure that the attachments are securely installed . Use only attachments designed specifically for the crossbars . Before operating the vehicle , make sure that the cargo is properly secured on the attachment .
NOTE
Remember that the vehicle ’ s center of gravity is altered with the weight of the load on the roof , thus affecting the driving characteristics .
Drive carefully . Avoid rapid starts , hard cornering and abrupt stops . Crosswind effects will be increased .
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! Removal and installation of the crossbars s08aj0602 |
& Roof Rails with Integrated Crossbars ( Outback ) s08aj08 |
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Each of the two roof moldings has two mounting points for crossbars . Each mounting point is fitted with a cover . Use a screwdriver to open the covers . When installing the crossbars on the roof molding , follow the manufacturer ’ s instructions . |
1 Integrated crossbars
CAUTION
. For cargo carrying purposes , the crossbars must be extended across the roof and locked into the roof rails . Cargo must be attached to the crossbars using genuine SUBARU accessory crossbar attachments . The crossbars must never be used independently to carry cargo on the roof . Otherwise , damage to the roof or paint or a dangerous road hazard due to loss of cargo could result .
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