The roof rack crossrails lock along the straight section
of the side rail.
Press the levers down until the locking mechanisms
fully engage to the side rail. Make sure each lever is in
the down position. The crossrail will not slide when
properly engaged.
To move the crossrail, pull up on the end levers on
each side of the crossrail to the upright position. This will
release the locking mechanism from the siderail. Lift
and place the crossrail into the new position. Press the
levers down until the locking mechanisms fully
engage to the side rail. Make sure each lever is in the
down position. The crossrail will not slide when properly
engaged.
Notice:Loading cargo on the luggage carrier that
weighs more than 150 lbs (68 kg) or hangs over
the rear or sides of the vehicle may damage your
vehicle. When loading cargo, tie it to the crossrail
and against the siderail. Lock the crossrails to
the far forward and backward location to make sure
the load is evenly distributed on the luggage
carrier.Do not stand on the plastic lower body panels when
loading cargo on the luggage carrier.
Loading cargo on the luggage carrier will make the
center of vehicle gravity higher. Avoid high speeds,
sudden starts, sharp turns, sudden braking or abrupt
maneuvers. This could result in loss of control of
the vehicle.
Do not exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when
loading your vehicle. For more information on vehicle
capacity and loading, seeLoading Your Vehicle on
page 4-22.
To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you are driving,
check now and then to make sure the luggage carrier
crossrails are locked and cargo is still securely fastened.
When the luggage carrier is not in use, store the
crossrail inside the vehicle. If not possible, lock one
crossrail at the rear most position on the siderails and
lock the other crossrail above the opening of the
rear door to reduce wind noise.
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