Whispbar K779W Fitting Instructions Manual

Whispbar K779W Fitting Instructions Manual

Basic carrier fitting kit

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K779W
Fitting Kit
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Fitting Instructions for Basic Carrier
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Revision No: 1A
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  • Page 1 K779W Fitting Kit Fitting Instructions for Basic Carrier Revision No: 1A...
  • Page 2 Fitting Kit K779W MAX kgs (lbs) Toyota Highlander , 5dr SUV 14-+ 60 kgs (132 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs) Highlander , 5dr SUV 14-+ 60 kgs (132 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs) Kluger , 5dr SUV 14-+ 60 kgs (132 lbs)
  • Page 3: First Time Installation

    Fitting Kit K779W 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.
  • Page 4 Fitting Kit K779W 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. Set bars to length (revert to rear of these instructions).
  • Page 5 Fitting Kit K779W Tighten adjusting screw to 3 Nm (2.2 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. Select plastic internal block (from fitting kit) and insert into foot.
  • Page 6 Fitting Kit K779W Fitment Open or remove fixed-point covers. Screw grubscrew into adaptor using hex key. Tighten firmly. Select grubscrews and screw into the vehicle's fixed points. Do not over tighten. Repeat for all four positions. Put rubber pad (supplied with crossbar) on the vehicle.
  • Page 7 Fitting Kit K779W Tighten the plastic knob. The side with the nut showing should be facing up. Ensure the plastic knob is in the position shown when fully tightened. Repeat for all four positions. Check crossbar is securely attached to the vehicle.
  • Page 8 Fitting Kit K779W CAUTION: Recheck all fasteners immediately after a load is applied to the crossbars. Regularly check screws are tight.
  • Page 9: Maintenance

    Fitting Kit K779W 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 10 Fitting Kit K779W 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 11 Fitting Kit K779W Highlander, 5dr SUV 14-+ (NZ) 160mm 860mm 982mm 935mm 6 5/16ths" 33 7/8ths" 38 11/16ths" 36 13/16ths" Highlander, 5dr SUV 14-+ (US) 160mm 860mm 982mm 935mm 6 5/16ths" 33 7/8ths" 38 11/16ths" 36 13/16ths" Kluger, 5dr SUV 14-+ (AU)
  • Page 12: Limited Lifetime Warranty

    Yakima will issue to the original retail purchaser, at Yakima’s option, either a refund equal to the purchase price paid for the product, or a credit to be used toward the purchase of new Whispbar products or rack components.
  • Page 13: Warranty And Disclaimer

    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 14 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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