Driving tips
NOTE
Rear crossbar:
Before each use of the roof crossbar,
make sure the four T-30 crossbar
clamp screws have been checked,
and retightened if necessary to 35 lbf·in
(4.0 N·m, 0.41 kgf·m), as outlined in
Step #5 above.
& Roof molding and crossbar
(if equipped)
1)
Install the rear crossbar so that the crossbar end supports are located approximately 8 in (200 mm) forward from the
joints between the roof rails and the rear
roof rail supports.
Install the rear crossbar in the same
manner as the front crossbar.
Do not carry cargo on the roof when
the crossbars are removed. Luggage on the roof will be thrown
forward or backward in sudden
stops or rapid accelerations, resulting in a dangerous road hazard.
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 attachments 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 attachments. When installing the roof crossbar
kit, follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
8 in (200 mm)
CAUTION
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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
When you carry cargo on the roof using
the roof crossbar kit and a carrying
attachments, never exceed the maximum
load limit as explained below. 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). Refer to the
“Loading your vehicle” section in this
chapter for information on loading cargo
into or onto your vehicle. The maximum
load limit of the cargo, crossbars and
carrying attachments must not exceed
150 lbs (68 kg). Place the heaviest load
at the bottom, nearest the roof, and evenly
distribute the cargo. Always properly
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