Carrier Systems - Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Operating Instructions Manual

Carrier systems

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Carrier systems
Roof carrier
G
WARNING
When a load is transported on the roof, the
vehicle's centre of gravity rises and the han-
dling changes. If you exceed the maximum
roof load, the handling as well as steering and
braking characteristics are severely affected.
There is a risk of an accident.
Always observe the maximum roof load and
adapt your driving style.
You can find information about the maximum
roof load in the "Technical data" section
Y
( page 306).
! Make sure that:
the screws for the roof carrier are tightened
R
to a torque of 8 – 10 Nm in the sliding
blocks provided.
the bolts do not make contact with the rails
R
when tightened.
the sliding blocks are not positioned near
R
the plastic caps.
the sliding blocks have the correct cross-
R
section.
the securing rails are free of dirt on the
R
inside.
the screws are retightened evenly after
R
approximately 500 km.
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only
use roof carrier systems which have been tes-
ted and approved for Mercedes-Benz. This will
help avoid damage to the vehicle.
! If you wish to retrofit securing rails, have
them fitted at a qualified specialist workshop.
You could otherwise damage the vehicle.
Securing rails
:
It is possible to fit a roof carrier if your vehicle is
equipped with securing rails on the roof. Special
mountings (sliding blocks) are available as
accessories.
These are available from any Mercedes-Benz
Service Centre.
Ladder carrier
Example: ladder rack on platform truck
Front ladder rack
:
Rear ladder rack
;
Pay attention to the important safety notes in
the "Loading guidelines" section (
You can find information about the maximum
ladder rack load in the "Technical data" section
Y
( page 240).
You will find information about cleaning and
care in the "Note on care" section (
and high-pressure cleaners (
Y
page 235).
Y
page 256)
Y
page 258).