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Luggage Carrier (Option)
If you have a luggage carrier, you can load things on top
of your vehicle.
The luggage carrier has slats, side rails and crossrails
attached to the roof to secure cargo. The moveable tie
downs, attached to the side rails, should be used to
secure loads to the luggage carrier.
Be sure the cargo
is properly loaded. Follow these guidelines:
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Carrying small, heavy loads on the roof is
not recommended.
Tie the load to the moveable tie down,
(two per each
side of the side rails). Use the crossrails only to keep
the load from sliding.
If you need to carry long items, tie the load
to the
moveable tie downs provided in the side rails. Also
tie the load to the bumpers.
Do not tie the load so
tightly that the crossrails or side rails are damaged.
NOTICE:
Loading cargo that weighs more than 200 lbs.
(91 kg) on the luggage carrier may damage your
vehicle. When you carry large things, never let
them hang over the rear or the sides
of your
vehicle. Load your cargo
so that it rests on the
slats and does not scratch or damage the vehicle.
Put the cargo against the side rails and fasten it
securely to the luggage carrier. Put the main
weight
as far forward as you can.
Don’t exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when
loading your vehicle. For more information on vehicle
capacity and loading, see “Loading Your Vehicle” in
the Index.
To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you’re driving,
check now and then to make sure the luggage carrier and
cargo are still securely fastened.
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