Fitting Kit K683W 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 K683W 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. Clamps onto flush roof rail. Pins locate on inside of rail.
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Fitting Kit K683W 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 K683W Repeat for all legs. Detach foot from leg. Store loose parts in a safe place. Assemble foot from kit into leg by pressing it down. Ensure foot interlocks with leg. Select four feet assemblies and match the left and right assemblies to the left and right roof rack legs.
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Fitting Kit K683W Use two M5 x 12 mm self tapping screws to secure the assembly onto the leg. Do not over tighten. Fitment Ensure back edge of foot sits flush with the back edge of vehicle roof rail. Place crossbars approximately above these holes on roof rails.
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Fitting Kit K683W Place one hand on the leg and apply downward pressure. Slide clamp through opening in leg. Ensure the two pins of the clamp engages correctly with the holes in the roof rail. Thread the coach bolt through the clamp and the leg.
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Fitting Kit K683W 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.
Fitting Kit K683W Maintenance 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 sure all loose parts are stored safely.
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Fitting Kit K683W Set crossbars a minimum distance of 700mm (27 1/2") apart where no other distance is specified in the fitting instructions. This is especially important when carrying long loads. Check unit is securely attached whenever you refit it to the vehicle. If the unit feels loose, refer to the fitting instructions and readjust.
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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