Fitting Kit K452W First Time Installation Remove parts from inside the package and check. Contact your dealer if any parts are missing or damaged. 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.
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Fitting Kit K452W Use hex screwdriver to reverse adjusting screw 10 turns. 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.
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Fitting Kit K452W Tighten adjusting screw to 5 Nm (3.7 ft lb) hand tight. Remove plastic clamp block by gripping bar leg with fingers and push firmly with thumbs until clamp block drops out behind leg. Remove both pins from each leg. Use tapered end of spanner located inside left hand cover to assist.
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Fitting Kit K452W Detach foot from leg. Store loose parts in a safe place. Repeat for all legs. Assemble metal loadplate and rubber pad from the fitting kit. Repeat for all four items. Assemble metal loadplate into leg. Ensure loadplate interlocks with the leg.
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Fitting Kit K452W Using short capscrew and washer, secure assembly onto leg (use Hex Screwdriver supplied with crossbar to assist) Repeat for all legs. Fitment Open or remove fixed-point covers. Store items away in a safe place. Cover plate location...
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Fitting Kit K452W Apply protective strip as shown. Trim if required. Fit cover plates over opening. Slot in cover should line up over centre fixed point thread. Fit the M6 socket head screw and M6 washer. Leave loose until both sides have had the...
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Fitting Kit K452W Tighten foot and cover plate down using the Hex Key. Ensure that the cover plate and foot sit firmly on the roof. Check crossbar is securely attached to the vehicle. Use keys to fit and lock covers...
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Fitting Kit K452W CAUTION: Recheck all fasteners immediately after a load is applied to the crossbars. Regularly check screws are tight.
Fitting Kit K452W 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.
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Fitting Kit K452W 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.
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...
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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...
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