2007 CHRYSLER ASPEN roof rack

WARNING!
•Do not put anything on or around the front airbag
covers or attempt to manually open them. You may
damage the airbags and you could be injured be-
cause the airbags are no longer functional. These
protective covers for the airbag cushions are de-
signed to open only when the airbags are inflating.
•Your vehicle is equipped with window bags, do not
stack luggage or other cargo up high enough to block
the location of the window bag. The area where the
window bag is located should remain free from any
obstructions.
•Do not have any accessory items installed which will
alter the roof, including adding a sunroof to your
vehicle. Do not add roof racks that require perma-
nent attachments (bolts or screws) for installation on
the vehicle roof. Do not drill into the roof of the
vehicle for any reason.
NOTE:Do not use a clothing bar mounted to the coat
hooks in this vehicle. A clothing bar will impede the
proper performance of the window bags.
Along with the seat belts, front airbags work with the
instrument panel knee bolsters to provide improved
protection for the driver and front passenger. Window
bags also work with seat belts to improve occupant
protection.
The seat belts are designed to protect you in many types
of collisions. The front airbags deploy in moderate to
severe frontal collisions and occupant size.
The window bag on the crash side of the vehicle is
triggered in moderate to severe side collisions. But even
in collisions where the airbags work, you need the seat
belts to keep you in the right position for the airbags to
protect you properly.
52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

▫Dome/Reading Lights..................151
▫Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) —
If Equipped.........................152
▫Compass/Temperature Button............158
Garage Door Opener — If Equipped.........160
▫Programming HomeLink................162
▫Canadian Programming/Gate Programming . . 164
▫Using HomeLink.....................165
▫Erasing HomeLink Buttons..............165
▫Reprogramming a Single HomeLink Button . . . 165
▫Security............................166
Power Sunroof — If Equipped.............167▫Express Open Feature..................167
▫Wind Buffeting.......................168
▫Sunroof Maintenance...................169
Electrical Power Outlets..................169
▫115V Inverter Outlet – If Equipped.........170
▫Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off
(Battery Fed Configuration)..............171
Floor Console.........................172
▫Front Floor Console Features.............172
▫Rear Floor Console Features – If Equipped . . . 175
Factory Installed Roof Luggage Rack.........176
Cargo Management System—If Equipped......178
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FACTORY INSTALLED ROOF LUGGAGE RACK
The load carried on the roof when equipped with a
luggage rack must not exceed 68 kg (150 lbs.), and should
be uniformly distributed over the cargo area.
The side rails between the stantions should be used to tie
down cargo. Check the straps frequently to be sure that
the load remains securely attached.NOTE:Crossbars are offered by Moparaccessories.
External racks do not increase the total load carrying
capacity of the vehicle. Be sure that the total occupant
and luggage load inside the vehicle, plus the load on the
luggage rack, do not exceed the maximum vehicle load
capacity.
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CAUTION!
To avoid damage to the roof rack and vehicle, do not
exceed the maximum roof rack load capacity. Always
distribute heavy loads as evenly as possible and
secure the load appropriately.
Long loads which extend over the windshield, such
as wood panels or surfboards, should be secured to
both the front and rear of the vehicle.
Place a blanket or other protection between the
surface of the roof and the load.
Travel at reduced speeds and turn corners carefully
when carrying large or heavy loads on the roof rack.
Wind forces, due to natural causes or nearby truck
traffic, can add sudden upward loads. This is espe-
cially true on large flat loads and may result in
damage to the cargo or your vehicle.
WARNING!
Cargo must be securely tied before driving your
vehicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off the
vehicle, particularly at high speeds, resulting in
personal injury or property damage. Follow the roof
rack Cautions when carrying cargo on your roof rack.
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