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Whispbar K987W Fitting Instructions Manual

Fitting kit for basic carrier
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Fitting Instructions for Basic Carrier
Revision No: 1A
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Fitting Kit
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Summary of Contents for Whispbar K987W

  • Page 1 K987W Fitting Kit Fitting Instructions for Basic Carrier CAUTION: Professional installation recommended Revision No: 1A...
  • Page 2 Fitting Kit K987W MAX kgs (lbs) Tata Xenon Double Cab, 4dr Ute 09-+ 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs) Xenon Double Cab, 4dr Ute 09-+ 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
  • Page 3 Fitting Kit K987W Xenon Double Cab, 4dr Ute 09-+ (AU) -150mm 550mm 864mm 858mm -5 -7/8ths" 21 5/8ths" 34" 33 3/4ths" Xenon Double Cab, 4dr Ute 09-+ (ZA) -150mm 550mm 864mm 858mm -5 -7/8ths" 21 5/8ths" 34" 33 3/4ths"...

  • Page 4: First Time Installation

    Fitting Kit K987W Items you will require: Tape measure Flat-head screwdriver Craft knife Side cutters or tin snips Hammer 8mm (3/8") punch Cordless drill Depth stop Vacuum cleaner Rust inhibitor Small paint brush Neutral cure silicon sealant Rivet gun Attention: Attaches with riveted mounts under rubber ditch mould.
  • Page 5 Fitting Kit K987W This kit fits type A, B, C and D. These instructions show type A crossbar fitted. They also apply to type B, C and D. Use keys to remove covers. Use hex screwdriver to reverse adjusting screw 10 turns.
  • Page 6 Fitting Kit K987W Press adjusting screw and pull crossbar legs out. Refer to the crossbar instructions for crossbar adjustment method. Ensure each end of the crossbar is adjusted equally. Adjust crossbar in or out to suit vehicle. Please check the front of this manual for information relating specifically to your vehicle.
  • Page 7 Fitting Kit K987W Select plastic internal block (from fitting kit) and insert into foot. Repeat for all legs. Fit rubber pads (supplied with fitting kit) to foot. Pad may vary in shape to that shown. Make sure the pad fits into the holes underneath the foot.
  • Page 8 Fitting Kit K987W Permanent Mount Fitment Mark as shown. Repeat for all positions. Please check the front of this manual for information relating specifically to your vehicle. Line up the centre hole in the mounting block with the marked reference points.
  • Page 9 Fitting Kit K987W Mark as shown. Remove as shown. Remove as shown.
  • Page 10 Fitting Kit K987W Apply protective tape as shown. Cut protective strip as shown. Cut protective strip as shown. Check fit.
  • Page 11 Fitting Kit K987W Position as shown. Lightly mark position of outside holes of the mounting block in the roof channel. CAUTION: Maximum depth 7mm. Use 7mm drillstop over supplied 4.9mm drill bit. Drill two outside holes at marked positions. Repeat for all four positions.
  • Page 12 Fitting Kit K987W Vacuum and clean swarf from channel. Treat holes to prevent corrosion. Apply neutral cure silicon sealant in and around drilled holes.
  • Page 13 Fitting Kit K987W Install rivets through permanent mount blocks. Rivet into place. Fit plastic plugs to permanent mount blocks over rivet heads. Assemble as shown.
  • Page 14 Fitting Kit K987W Re-install rubber ditch mould in roof channel. Remove all masking tape. Using spanner supplied with crossbar and 3mm (1/8") Hex Key, back grubscrew off half a turn and lock nut down. Place crossbar on vehicle.
  • Page 15 Fitting Kit K987W Tighten the plastic knob. Ensure the plastic knob is in the position shown when fully tightened. Tighten adjusting screw to 2.5 Nm (1.8 ft lb) hand tight.
  • Page 16 Fitting Kit K987W Check crossbar is securely attached to the vehicle. Use keys to fit and lock covers CAUTION: Recheck all fasteners immediately after a load is applied to the crossbars. Regularly check screws are tight.

  • Page 17: Maintenance

    Fitting Kit K987W Maintenance Clean the car roof and surfaces of the product that will be in contact with the car roof. Follow the fitting instructions for fitting the product to your vehicle. Make sure all steps are carried out in order.
  • Page 18 Fitting Kit K987W Check and replace worn out or defective parts. Keep the product clean and maintained. Never drive into a car wash with the roof rack system fitted. Lubricate locks and adjusting screws at regular intervals. Remove the products from the vehicle when not in use.
  • Page 19 Make a claim as soon as practicable by contacting the Whispbar dealer from whom you purchased the product, who will give you instructions on how to proceed. If you are unable to contact the Whispbar dealer, or the dealer is not able to remedy the defect, you should contact Yakima as soon as practicable at: Call: 0800 4776 722 (NZ) or 1800 143 548 (AU) Email: warranty@yakima.co.nz or warranty@yakima.com.au...
  • Page 20 Yakima or the Whispbar dealer will be borne by you. Following receipt of the product and purchase invoice or receipt, Yakima or the Whispbar dealer must inspect the product to determine whether the claim falls within the warranty. If: 4.1 the claim falls within the warranty, Yakima will remedy any defects in materials or workmanship becoming apparent during the...