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Fitting Instructions for Basic Carrier
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  • Page 1 K838 Fitting Kit Fitting Instructions for Basic Carrier Revision No: 2B...
  • Page 2 Fitting Kit K838 MAX kgs (lbs) Ford Transit Connect, 4dr Van 14-+ 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs) Transit Connect, 4dr Van 14-+ 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
  • Page 3 Fitting Kit K838 Transit Connect, 4dr Van 14-+ (EU) 245mm 915mm 1350mm 945mm 955mm 9 5/8ths" 36" 53 1/8ths" 37 3/16ths" 37 5/8ths" Transit Connect, 4dr Van 14-+ (US) 245mm 915mm 1350mm 945mm 955mm 9 5/8ths" 36" 53 1/8ths" 37 3/16ths"...
  • Page 4: First Time Installation

    Fitting Kit K838 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 5 Fitting Kit K838 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 6 Fitting Kit K838 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 7 Fitting Kit K838 Fitment Open or remove fixed-point covers. Place the small metal washer and the small rubber washer over the bolt. Place bolt through the roof. Hold the bolt with the allen key in place.
  • Page 8 Fitting Kit K838 Place big rubber washer, big metal washer and nut over the bolt. Do not over tighten. Fit rubber pads (supplied with fitting kit) to foot. Pad may vary in shape to that shown. Place crossbar foot over grubscrews.
  • Page 9 Fitting Kit K838 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 10 Fitting Kit K838 CAUTION: Recheck all fasteners immediately after a load is applied to the crossbars. Regularly check screws are tight.
  • Page 11: Maintenance

    Fitting Kit K838 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 12 Fitting Kit K838 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 13: Warranty And Disclaimer

    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...
  • Page 14 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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