Jegs 90098 User manual

User Guide for 90098
Cargo Carrier
18 Cu.Ft. (510 cm3)

Table of Contents
1
Parts List..............................................................02
Read Before Installation......................................03
Caution..............................................................03
Installation..................................................04-07
Locks............................................................04
Lock Orientation............................................04
Crossbars................................................05-06
Locking Carrier Open....................................06
Mounting.......................................................07
Loading and Securing..............................07-08
Warning............................................................08

Parts List
2
1
1
2
3
2 3 4 5 6
(1) Rooftop Carrier [18 cu-ft]
(4) Mounting Brackets
(8) Threaded Knobs (2) Keys
4
5
6
(1) Caution Sticker
(4) Mounting Back Plates

Read Before Installation Caution
Thank you for your purchase of this JEGSPORT
18 cu-ft Cargo Carrier.
Before installation, please be sure to verify that all of
the kit components have been received. Reference
the parts list on the previous page. If any components
are missing or damaged please contact customer
service at: 1.800.345.4545.
Installation of this carrier can be done without the
use of tools. If you are not comfortable performing
the installation yourself contact a trusted repair shop.
This carrier requires a roof rack and cross rails for
installation. These components are not included
with this kit.
If you are having issues, or have questions
regarding the installation of this cargo carrier,
please contact our technical support department
at: 1.800.345.4545.
Return Information: Before modifying any of
the parts in this cargo carrier, please trial fit all
components. Once this cargo carrier has been
used, or modified, it will not be accepted
for return.
• Prior to assembly and installing the cargo
carrier carefully read and follow all instructions.
Assembly and installation is your responsibility.
The manufacturer’s warranty is exclusively limited
to material and workmanship defects and is
exclusively limited to replacement of a defective
cargo carrier. Any damage to your vehicle, its
contents, or to any person or property is excluded
from the warranty.
• Due to the size and structural differences between
vehicles, we rely upon your discretion in attaching
the cargo carrier to your roof rack cross rails.
•
Consult your owner’s manual for recommended
roof rack load capacity, however in no case
should more than 110 lbs. of evenly distributed
cargo be transported in the cargo carrier.
•
All hardware should be properly attached, tightened
and locked prior to all use. Periodically inspect
hardware to ensure they are fastened securely.
•
The cargo carrier is moisture resistant,
not waterproof. Protect the contents accordingly.
• Remove the cargo carrier when not in use and
before entering automatic car washes and low
clearance areas.
• All latches and locks must be engaged (and key
removed) prior to putting vehicle in motion. When
locking the cargo carrier, check to make sure lock
is fully engaged by attempting to lift top.
•
High speed travel with an empty or lightly loaded
cargo carrier should be avoided. In these
conditions make certain the cargo carrier is
properly secured and attached.
• Install CAUTION Low Clearance reminder static
cling decal onto your rear view mirror when using
cargo carrier to prevent accidents.
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Installation
4
Back of Base
Front of Base
Step 1 Step 2
Place and align top shell on bottom, make sure all
four lock cams are in the unlocked position and
corresponding slot
Lock cam is in slot behind the bottom shell.
Lock cam is not in slot and not behind bottom shell.
Unlocked Locked
On top shell make sure
all four cams are in the
unlocked position and
in their slots.
Lock orientation

Installation Cont.
5
Step 3 Step 4
Place the top shell on the bottom shell, being sure
to line them up so that all four lock cams go through
the bottom shell openings.
Lock only one side of the carrier before positioning
it on the cross rails. Depending on which side you
prefer to load the carrier. Place the opposite side
locks into the locked position which will now become
the locked hinge side.
Set cross rails at 24” on center. (See Note)
Cargo carrier should be pointed in the same direction
as the front of the vehicle.
Note: Cross rails on some vehicles are not adjustable
and may require additional holes drilled into the
bottom of the cargo carrier to match the fixed position
width. If this is the case, attach the cargo carrier to
the rear cross rails first, using the pre-drilled holes.
Then drill holes in the front of the cargo carrier using
the mounting back plate (#4) as a template for the
hole positions. Drill marks are 2 in. apart and pre-
drilled to 24 in. on center spacing. Use drill marks
for your application.
24 in. Spacing
Bottom Shell Openings
Correct lock cam in slot

Installation Cont.
6
Step 4 Cont. Step 5
Use closest upright to open side.
Use ball stud closest to opening side.
Locked position.
Open the cargo carrier and raise the upright on each
end into the locked position, front and rear. Be sure
to use the closest upright and position it into the
closest bracket on the open side.
Be sure to align the mounting holes in the bottom
box on each side of the cross rails.
1. Crossbar Spread
• Requires a crossbar spread of 24 in.
2. Rear Hatch Clearance
•
For hatch to open fully with the carrier installed,
there must be at least 35 in. between the front
crossbar and the line where roof and hatch meet.
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Compatible crossbar styles (Maximum dimensions)
Square Round Aero
3 3/4in.
1 3/16 in.

Installation Cont.
7
Step 7
Load cargo carrier paying careful attention to
distribute the weight evenly and not exceed
the maximum allowed weight of the box or cross rails.
Open the bale latch.
Place bale latch into closed and locked position.
Step 6
Place the mounting bracket (#5) through the pre-
drilled holes from below the vehicle cross rails as
shown above.
Then slide the mounting plate (#4) over the threaded
posts inside the cargo carrier.
Thread 2 knobs (#3) evenly and loosely – do not
tighten all the way at this point. Repeat steps until
all 4 mounting brackets (#5), all 4 mounting plates
(#4) are in place and the 8 knobs are loosely in place.
Make sure cargo carrier is centered on vehicle. Then
tighten all 8 knobs evenly and securely.
Mounting Bracket
Mounting Plate
Knobs

Warning
Check that the bale latche is closed and secured.
Test that lid will not lift up when pulled. All four locks
must be engaged, and keys removed, whenever the
vehicle is in motion.
Close top lid and place cam locks into their slots.
Engage locks and remove keys.
Locked
Unlocked
Installation Cont.
Step 7 Cont.
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