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Loading Your Vehicle
. When loading cargo on the crossbars , using the genuine SUBARU accessory crossbar attachments , make sure the total weight of the crossbar attachments , and loaded cargo , does not exceed the maximum load limit of 150 lbs ( 67.5 kg ). Overloading may cause damage to the vehicle and create a safety hazard .
. Be careful not to damage the vehicle body when passing the rope through the front and rear holes of the roof rails .
. Do not install a roof tent on the vehicle . Doing so may damage the vehicle and create a safety hazard . SUBARU warranties do not cover vehicle damage resulting from use of a roof tent .
The crossbars must be extended across the roof and locked into the roof rails to carry cargo on the roof . Cargo can only be carried on the crossbars using the genuine SUBARU accessory crossbar attachments .
When you carry cargo on the roof using the crossbars and a carrying attachment , never exceed the maximum load limit explained in the following . You should also be careful that your vehicle does not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ( GVWR ) and front and rear Gross Axle Weight Rating ( GAWR ). For information on loading cargo into or onto your vehicle , refer to “ Loading Your Vehicle ” FP460 . The maximum load limit of the cargo and carrying attachment must not exceed the allowable load limit described in the Owner ’ s Manual of a genuine SUBARU carrying attachment . Place the heaviest load at the bottom , nearest the roof , and evenly distribute the cargo . Always properly secure all cargo .
! Installing carrying attachments on the crossbars s08aj0801
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 of 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 .
. Restore the bars to the original position when the bars are not used as crossbars .
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. 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