Roof Racks And Load Carriers; Cross Bars - Ford EVEREST 2015 Owner's Manual

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To remove or install the cover, push either
end of the case inward.
Stowing the luggage cover - Estate
without full size spare wheel
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Stow the luggage cover beneath the
luggage compartment floor.
Everest (TEC), EB3B-19G219-YAA enAUS
Load Carrying
ROOF RACKS AND LOAD
CARRIERS

Cross Bars

maintain a low center of gravity. Loaded
vehicles, with higher centers of gravity, may
handle differently than unloaded vehicles.
Extra precautions, such as slower speeds
and increased stopping distance, should
be taken when driving a heavily loaded
vehicle.
The maximum recommended load, evenly
distributed on the crossbars, is:
• 20 kilograms.
Note: Loads should never be placed directly
on the roof panel. The roof panel is not
designed to directly carry a load.
For proper function of the roof rack system,
loads must be placed directly on crossbars
affixed to the roof rack side rails. Your
vehicle may be equipped with
factory-installed crossbars. Ford Genuine
Accessory crossbars, designed specifically
for your vehicle, are also recommended for
use with your roof rack system.
Make sure that the load is securely
fastened. Check the tightness of the load
before driving and at each fuel stop.
Adjusting the Crossbar
Note: Wind noise can be minimized by
either removing or repositioning the crossbar
when not is use. Position the front crossbar
in the intermediate position to minimize
wind noise. The crossbar can be adjusted
or removed using the steps below.
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WARNING
When loading the roof rail crossbars,
it is recommended to evenly
distribute the load, as well as
(If Equipped)