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Fitting Kit K716W Fitment (Front Bar) 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 K716W 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).
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Fitting Kit K716W 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)
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Fitting Kit K716W Fitment Open or remove fixed-point covers. Store items away in a safe place. Letters refer to the part numbers stamped on clamps. Clamp Part Number: A = 239A Hook clamps into the fixed points on the vehicle.
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Fitting Kit K716W Refer to the underside of the pad for the part number. Letters refer to the pad part numbers and position. Pad Part Number: A = 296 B = 295 Place pads on roof as per diagram. Screw thread should be vertically through square hole in pad.
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Fitting Kit K716W Place crossbar foot over clamp bolt. Place washer over clamp thread as shown. Ensure that tab is inserted into clamp block. Tighten the plastic knob. The side with the nut showing should be facing up.
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Fitting Kit K716W Ensure the plastic knob is in the position shown when fully tightened. Repeat at other end. Check crossbar is securely attached to the vehicle. Use keys to fit and lock covers Fitment (Rear Bar) Use keys to remove covers.
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Fitting Kit K716W 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. Remove locking screw.
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Fitting Kit K716W Refer to the underside of the pad for the part number. It is important to put the pads in the correct position on the vehicle. Letters refer to the pad part numbers and position. Pad Part Number:...
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Fitting Kit K716W Make sure the pad fits into the holes underneath the foot. Place crossbar on vehicle. Minimum recommended spacing between the bars is 700mm (27 1/2") (unless otherwise stated). Please check the front of this manual for information relating specifically to your vehicle.
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Fitting Kit K716W 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 = 055A B = 056A Attach clamp to each leg. NOTE; clamps may have labels showing their positions on the vehicle (For example;...
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Fitting Kit K716W Adjust the legs on the crossbar so that they are positioned equally from the ends of the crossbar, and the clamps engage firmly on the body work of the vehicle. Clamps directly to edge of roof under the doors Tighten adjusting screw to 3 Nm (2.2 ft lb)
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Fitting Kit K716W 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 K716W 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 K716W 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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