Kia EV9 2023 Owner's Manual page 321

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Crossbars and fixing components needed to install the roof rack on your vehicle may be
obtained from an authorized Kia dealer/service partner or other qualified shop.
NOTE
僅 The crossbars (if equipped) should be placed in the proper load carrying positions prior
to placing items onto the roof rack.
僅 If the vehicle is equipped with a sunroof, be sure not to position cargo onto the roof rack
in such a way that it could interfere with sunroof operation.
僅 When the roof rack is not being used to carry cargo, the crossbars may need to be repo-
sitioned if wind noise is detected.
CAUTION
僅 When carrying cargo on the roof rack, take the necessary precautions to make sure the
cargo does not damage the roof of the vehicle.
僅 When carrying large objects on the roof rack, make sure they do not exceed the overall
roof length or width.
僅 When you are carrying cargo on the roof rack, do not operate the sunroof. (if equipped)
WARNING
僅 The following specification is the maximum weight that can be loaded onto the roof
rack. Distribute the load as evenly as possible across the crossbars (if equipped) and
roof rack and secure the load firmly.
ROOF LOAD
Loading cargo or luggage in excess of the specified weight limit on the roof rack may
damage your vehicle.
僅 The vehicle center of gravity will be higher when items are loaded onto the roof rack.
Avoid sudden starts, braking, sharp turns, abrupt maneuvers or high speeds that may
result in loss of vehicle control or rollover resulting in an accident.
僅 Always drive slowly and turn corners carefully when carrying items on the roof rack.
Severe wind updrafts, caused by passing vehicles or natural causes, can cause sudden
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