Loading The Roof Carrier; Vehicles With Roof Railings: Attaching The Roof Carrier; Maximum Permissible Roof Load; Distributing The Load - Volkswagen Tiguan Owner's Manual

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The roof carrier may be attached only at the holes shown in the illustration.

Vehicles with roof railings: attaching the roof carrier

Standard roof carriers cannot be used on the roof rail. Only use roof carriers that have been approved by Volkswagen.
Observe the instructions provided for the roof carrier system and carry them in the vehicle at all times.
The attaching holes are located on the inside of the roof railing
The roof carrier may be attached only at the holes shown in the illustration.
WARNING
Incorrectly attaching the mounts and roof carrier, and using them inappropriately, can cause the whole system to fall off the roof. This can
cause accidents and injuries.
Always observe the manufacturer's instructions.
Only use mounts and roof carriers when they are undamaged and fitted correctly.
The mounts may only be attached at the markings shown in the illustration
Fit mounts and roof carriers correctly.
Check the bolts and anchorage points before starting your journey and adjust as necessary after driving a short distance. During a long trip,
check all bolts and fasteners at each stop.
Special fixtures for items such as bicycles, skis, surfboards, etc. should always be properly installed.
Do not carry out any alterations or repairs to the mounts and roof carrier.

Loading the roof carrier

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings
The load can only be secured safely when the roof carrier has been fitted correctly

Maximum permissible roof load

The maximum permitted roof load is 75 kg. The roof load limit refers to the combined weight of the roof carrier and the load carried on the roof
.
Ensure that you know the weight of the roof rack and the items to be transported on the roof, and weigh them if necessary. Never exceed the
maximum permissible roof load.
However, you will not be able to carry the maximum roof load if you are using a roof carrier with a lower weight rating. In this instance, do not
exceed the maximum weight limit for the roof carrier. This weight limit is listed in the fitting instructions.

Distributing the load

Distribute the load evenly and secure it correctly
Checking the fittings
Check the bolted connections and the attachments of the base carrier and the roof carrier after a brief journey and at regular intervals.
WARNING
Accidents and vehicle damage can occur if the maximum permitted roof load is exceeded.
Never exceed the quoted roof load, the maximum permissible axle loads, and the permissible gross vehicle weight for the vehicle.
Do not exceed the weight rating of the roof carrier, even if the maximum roof load has not been reached.
Secure heavy objects as far forwards as possible and distribute the load evenly.
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