Roof Racks And Load Carriers; Removing The Cover - Ford TOURNEO COURIER Owner's Manual

Removing the Cover

Tourneo Courier/Transit Courier (C4A) Vehicles Built From: 19-06-2014, M1 Kombi/M1 Kombi Van/N1 Kombi/N1 Kombi Van/Van, ET7J-19A321-AKB (CG3621en) enGBR, Edition date: 04/2014, First P
Load Carrying
ROOF RACKS AND LOAD
CARRIERS
center of gravity. Loaded vehicles, with
higher centers of gravity, may handle
differently than unloaded vehicles. Take
extra precautions, such as slower speeds
and increased stopping distance, when
driving a heavily loaded vehicle.
different driving characteristics.
For correct roof rack system function, you
must place loads directly on crossbars
fitted to the roof rack side rails.
Note: Never place loads directly on the roof
panel.
Make sure that you securely fasten the
load. Check to make sure the straps are
secure before driving and at each fuel stop.
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WARNINGS
When loading the roof racks, we
recommend you evenly distribute the
load, as well as maintain a low
Do not exceed the maximum roof
load for your vehicle.
Do not exceed the maximum axle
load for your vehicle. See Vehicle
Identification Plate (page 178).
Read and follow the manufacturer's
instructions when you are fitting a
roof rack.
If you use a roof rack, the fuel
consumption of your vehicle will be
higher and you may experience