Subaru 2002 Forester Owner's Manual page 271

B When luggage is put on the slats (Vehicles with roof slats only)
When putting any luggage on the slats, make sure the total weight of
the luggage on the slats of the roof cross bar kit does not exceed 100
lb. (45 kg). Overloading may cause damage to the roof and create a
safety hazard. Place the heaviest load at the bottom, nearest the roof,
and evenly distribute the luggage. Always secure the luggage with
straps, ropes or nets.
B Installing carrying attachments on the cross bars
When installing any carrying attachment such as a bike carrier, ski
carrier, kayak carrier, etc. on the cross bars, follow the manufacturer's
instructions and make sure that the attachment is securely fixed to the
cross bars. Use only attachments designed specifically for the cross-
bars. A set of the cross bars is designed to carry loads (cargo and
attachment) of not more than 150 lb. (68 kg). Before operating the
vehicle, make sure that the cargo is properly secured on the attach-
ment.
NOTE
Remember that the vehicle's center of gravity is altered with the
weight of the load on the roof, thus affecting driving characteris-
tics.
Drive carefully. Avoid rapid starts, hard cornering and abrupt
stops. Crosswind effects will be increased.
B Removal and installation of the crossbars
CAUTION
Do not carry cargo on the roof when the crossbars are removed.
Luggage on the roof will be thrown forward or backward in sud-
den stops or rapid accelerations, resulting in a dangerous road
hazard.
The crossbars can be removed when you do not use the roof to carry
cargo.
n To remove the crossbar
1. Loosen without removing the T-30 torxR head screw from each
crossbar end support and clamp.
Starting and operating
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