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Vehicle Disassembly/Reassembly (panel removal, part storage, etc.). Electrical Component Disassembly/Reassembly (battery disconnection, connector removal, etc.). Please see your Toyota dealer for a copy of this document. 1. Remove the side rail covers (Fig. 1-1). Fig. 1-1 Trim Removal Tool...
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TOYOTA Highlander/HV w/Side Rail 2014 - CROSSBAR KIT Procedure 2. Install the crossbars (Fig. 2-1). Fig. 2-1 (a) Make sure the arrows on the crossbar end supports are pointing toward the front of the vehicle. NOTE: THE FRONT CROSSBAR HAS A “FRONT”...
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TOYOTA Highlander/HV w/Side Rail 2014 - CROSSBAR KIT Procedure 13mm Socket, Fig. 3-1 Torque wrench 3. Secure the crossbars (Fig. 3-1). (a) Using a 13mm socket, tighten the bolt to 8 N-m (71 Lbf-in) (4 places). LH shown RH similar Torque: 8 N•m (71 in•lbs)
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TOYOTA Highlander/HV w/Side Rail 2014 - CROSSBAR KIT Procedure Fig. 6-1 6. Attach the tethers to the crossbars (Fig. 6-1). Front of Vehicle “T” Hole (a) Install the 4 tethers (2 RH, 2 LH) with covers on to the crossbar supports.
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TOYOTA Highlander/HV w/Side Rail 2014 - CROSSBAR KIT Checklist - these points MUST be checked to ensure a quality installation. Check: Look For: Accessory Function Checks Inspect bolt torque Crossbar support bolt: 8 N•m (71 in•lbf) Front crossbar has “FRONT” label.
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