Fitting Kit K543 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 K543 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. Ensure each end of the crossbar is adjusted equally. Set bars to length (refer to the crossbar instructions for crossbar adjustment).
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Fitting Kit K543 Tighten adjusting screw to 5 Nm (3.7 ft lb). 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 K543 Detach foot from leg. Store loose parts in a safe place. Repeat for all legs. Select four feet assemblies and match the left and right assemblies to the left and right roof rack legs. Assemble foot from kit into leg by pressing it down.
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Fitting Kit K543 Use two M5 x 12 mm self tapping screws to secure the assembly onto the leg. Do not over tighten. Fitment Locate two holes at each position along the inside of the roof rails. Place crossbars approximately above these holes on roof rails.
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Fitting Kit K543 It is important to put the clamps in the correct position on the vehicle. Letters refer to the part numbers stamped on clamps. Clamp Part Number: A = 685D B = 712A Place one hand on the leg and apply downward pressure.
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Fitting Kit K543 Tighten the red plastic knob. Ensure the red plastic knob is in the position shown when fully tightened. Do not over tighten. Repeat for all four positions. Ensure the clamp engages correctly on inside of roof rail.
Fitting Kit K543 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 K543 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 Prorack dealer from whom you purchased the product, who will give you instructions on how to proceed. If you are unable to contact the Prorack 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 Prorack dealer will be borne by you. Following receipt of the product and purchase invoice or receipt, Yakima or the Prorack 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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