Roof Carrier - Mercedes-Benz 2016 Sprinter Operator's Manual

Carrier systems
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Installing/removing cargo tie-down
rings for the load rails
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WARNING
If the cargo tie-down ring is not properly
installed, it may slip or become detached in
the event of abrupt changes in direction, brak-
ing maneuvers or an accident. This may cause
objects, luggage or the load to slip, tip over or
be tossed about, striking vehicle occupants.
There is a risk of injury.
Before using the cargo tie-down rings, always
make sure they are properly installed and
cannot be moved.
To install: slide the cargo tie-down ring
X
through a recess in the loading rail close to
the load until locking mechanism : engages
in the recess.
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When you pull locking mechanism : up and
out of the recess, the cargo tie-down ring is
able to move within the loading rail. Make
sure that locking mechanism : is always
engaged in a recess.
Check the cargo tie-down ring for firm seat-
X
ing.
To remove: pull locking mechanism : up
X
and pull the cargo tie-down ring towards the
locking mechanism and out of the loading rail
through a recess.
Carrier systems

Roof carrier

G
WARNING
When you load the roof, the center of gravity
of the vehicle rises and the driving character-
istics change. If you exceed the maximum roof
load, the driving characteristics, as well as
steering and braking, will be greatly impaired.
There is a risk of an accident.
Never exceed the maximum roof load and
adjust your driving style.
You can find information about the maximum
roof load in the "Technical data" section
(
page 286).
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Make sure that:
the screws for the roof carrier are tightened
R
in the sliding blocks to a torque of
6.0 – 7.4 lb-ft (8 – 10 Nm)
the bolts, when tightened, do not touch the
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rails.
the slot nuts are not located in the area of
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the plastic caps.
the slot nuts have the right cross-section.
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the mounting rails in the interior are free of
R
dirt.
the screws are retightened evenly after
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approximately 300 miles (500 km).
We recommend that you only use roof racks
tested and approved by Sprinter. These help
avoid vehicle damage.
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If you want to retrofit securing rails, have it
done at a qualified specialist workshop. You
could otherwise damage the vehicle.
: Securing rails