Roof Load - Audi A4 Owner's Manual

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Attachment points
The roof carrier must be attached at the marked points
only.
Mounting
The feet of the roof carrier must always be attached at the position
where the holes in the roof frame are located ⇒ fig. 92. The holes
are only visible when the doors are open. When using roof carriers
with pins, make sure that the pins are securely fixed in the holes
when mounting the carrier units.
WARNING
After driving a few kilometres, check that the roof carrier is
securely attached.
Note
Each roof carrier has a marking to indicate whether it is to be fitted
at the front or rear of the vehicle.

Roof load

Loads carried on the roof must be securely attached. The
car's handling is affected when transporting loads.
The maximum permissible roof load for your vehicle is 90 kg. The
load limit applies to the combined weight of the carrier system and
the load itself.
It will not be possible to carry the full maximum load if the roof
carrier you are using is rated for a load which is less than this figure.
Do not exceed the maximum weight limit for the roof carrier, which
is listed in the fitting instructions.
Fig. 92 Attachment
points for carrier units WARNING
To prevent accidents, loads carried on the roof must be
securely attached.
Do not exceed the maximum roof load for the vehicle, the
maximum axle loads or the maximum gross vehicle weight, as this
could cause an accident.
When transporting heavy or bulky loads on the roof, bear in
mind that the car's handling is affected by the extra weight on the
roof and a possible susceptibility to cross winds. Adjust your
speed and driving style accordingly to avoid accidents.
For the sake of the environment
The increased air resistance when the roof carrier is fitted means
that the vehicle uses more fuel. For this reason you should always
take off the roof carrier when it is not in use.