Fitting Kit K678W Attention: This vehicle is manufactured with an alloy roof. Do not exceed the recommended 40kg maximum load limit on this vehicle. Please take care upon installing and loading your roof racks. First Time Installation Remove parts from inside the package and check.
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Fitting Kit K678W NOTE: Clamp images in these instructions may not be representative of the clamps in this kit Use keys to remove covers. Use hex screwdriver to reverse adjusting screw 10 turns.
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Fitting Kit K678W 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. Remove locking screw. Apply protective strip as shown. Trim if required.
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Fitting Kit K678W 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 = 970A B = 971A C = 974A Attach clamp to each leg. NOTE; clamps may have labels showing their positions on the vehicle (For example;...
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Fitting Kit K678W Place rubber pads (supplied with fitting kit) on the vehicle roof. Pad may vary in shape to that shown. Make sure the pad fits into the holes underneath the foot. Fitment Place crossbar on vehicle. Minimum recommended spacing between the bars is 700mm (27 1/2") (unless otherwise stated).
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Fitting Kit K678W Press adjusting screw to adjust the leg positions on the crossbar. Tighten adjusting screw to 5 Nm (3.7 ft lb) hand tight. Tighten locking screw on both legs evenly.
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Fitting Kit K678W Check crossbar is securely attached to the vehicle. Use keys to fit and lock covers ATTENTION: This vehicle is manufactured with an alloy roof. Do not exceed the recommended 40kg maximum load limit on this vehicle. Please take care upon installing and loading your roof racks.
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Fitting Kit K678W 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 K678W 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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