Fitting Kit K525W 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 K525W Use keys to remove covers. 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...
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Fitting Kit K525W Apply protective strip as shown. Trim if required. NOTE: FRONT CROSSBAR ONLY Remove locking screw. Attach clamp to each leg. NOTE; clamps may have labels showing their positions on the vehicle (For example; "Front Right").
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Fitting Kit K525W Refit locking screw so that it goes through the hole in the clamp. Do not begin to tighten the locking screw. 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.
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Fitting Kit K525W NOTE: FRONT CROSSBAR ONLY Fit rubber pads (supplied with fitting kit) to foot. Pad may vary in shape to that shown. Make sure the pad fits into the holes underneath the foot. Fitment Place crossbar on vehicle.
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Fitting Kit K525W NOTE: FRONT CROSSBAR ONLY Clamps onto anchor points under rubber door frame mouldings 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.
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Fitting Kit K525W Place clamp over the mounting hole Fit a fibre washer on each capscrew and attach clamps to the vehicle body using the capscrews. Tighten locking screw on both legs evenly. NOTE: REAR CROSSBAR ONLY Remove plastic clamp block by gripping bar...
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Fitting Kit K525W Select plastic internal block (from fitting kit) and insert into foot. Repeat for all legs. Open or remove fixed-point covers. Attaches to factory-fitted mounting points Select grubscrew and assemble into the adaptor using 3 mm (1/8") Hex Key.
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Fitting Kit K525W Select grubscrews and screw into the vehicle's fixed points. Do not over tighten. Ensure the fixed-point covers sit vertically in the recess in the pads. Place crossbars on pads ensuring the pads fit into the holes underneath the foot and the grubscrew passes through the hole in the foot.
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Fitting Kit K525W Assemble as shown. Ensure that tab is inserted into clamp block. 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.
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Fitting Kit K525W 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 K525W 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 K525W 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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