Jeep GRAND CHEROKEE WK 2022 Owner's Manual page 72

70 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
NOTE:
To help control wind noise when the crossbars
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are not in use, place the front and rear cross-
bars approximately 24 inches (61 cm) apart.
Optimal noise reduction can then be achieved
by adjusting the front crossbar forward or rear-
ward using increments of 1 inch (2.5 cm).
If any cargo (or any metallic object) is placed
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over the satellite radio antenna (if equipped),
you may experience interruption of satellite
radio reception. For improved satellite radio
reception, avoid placing the rear crossbar over
the satellite radio antenna.
WARNING!
Cargo must be securely tied down 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.
CAUTION!
To prevent damage to the roof of your vehicle,
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do not carry any loads on the roof rack without
the crossbars installed. The load should be
secured and placed on top of the crossbars,
not directly on the roof. If it is necessary to
place the load on the roof, place a blanket or
some other protection between the load and
the roof surface.
To avoid damage to the roof rack and vehicle,
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do not exceed the maximum roof rack load
capacity of 150 lb (68 kg). Always distribute
heavy loads as evenly as possible and secure
the load appropriately.
Long loads which extend over the windshield,
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such as wood panels or surfboards, or loads
with large frontal area should be secured to
both the front and rear of the vehicle.
Place a blanket or other protection between
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the surface of the roof and the load.
Travel at reduced speeds and turn corners
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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 lift to a load. This is especially true on
large flat loads and may result in damage to
the cargo or your vehicle.
The use of Sport Mode is not recommended
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when using the Roof Luggage Rack to carry a
load.
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CAUTION!