Prorack K571 Install guide

FittingKit
K571
GB
Fitting Instruction for Accessory
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Revision No:
1.0

FittingKit
K571
GB
MAX kg
MAX kg
W/P
WHD
W/P
WHD
BMW
1 Series E82, 2dr Coupe 07-+
75
75
ZA
1 Series E82, 2dr Coupe 07-+
75
75
US
1 Series E82, 2dr Coupe 07-+
75
75
EU
1 Series E82, 2dr Coupe 07-+
75
75
NZ
1 Series E82, 2dr Coupe 07-+
75
75
AU
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FittingKit
K571
GB
First Time Installation
Remove parts from packaging and check
contents. Contact your Prorack dealer if parts
are missing or damaged.
These instructions show type A crossbar
fitted. They also apply to type B, C and D.
This kit fits type A, B, C and D.
Use keys to remove covers.
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FittingKit
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Use hex screwdriver to reverse adjusting
screw 10 turns.
Press adjusting screw and pull crossbar legs
out. Refer to the crossbar instructions for
crossbar adjustment.
Ensure each end of the crossbar is adjusted
equally.
Attaches to factory-fitted mounting points
Please check the rear of this manual for
information relating specifically to your
vehicle.
Adjust crossbar in or out to suit vehicle.
Refer to the crossbar instructions for
crossbar adjustment.
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FittingKit
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Tighten adjusting screw to 5 Nm.
Remove clamp block by pressing backwards.
Select plastic internal block (from fitting kit)
and insert into foot.
Repeat for all legs.
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K571
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Fitment
Open or remove fixed-point covers.
Select grubscrews and screw into the
vehicle's fixed points.
Do not over tighten.
Repeat for all four positions.
Refer to the underside of the pad for the part
number.
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It is important to put the pads in the correct
position on the vehicle.
Letters refer to the pad part numbers and
position.
Pad Part Number:
A = 11-04-233
B = 11-04-234
Ensure the fixed-point covers sit vertically in
the recess in the pads.
Place crossbars on pads ensuring the pads
fit into the holes underneath the foot and the
grubscrew pass through the hole in the foot.
Repeat for all four positions.
Tighten adjusting screw to 5 Nm.
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Tighten the red plastic knob. The side with
the nut showing should be facing up.
Ensure the red plastic knob is in the position
shown when fully tightened.
Repeat for all legs.
Check crossbar is securely attached to the
vehicle.
Use keys to fit and lock covers
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FittingKit
K571
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CAUTION:
Recheck all fasteners immediately after a load is
applied to the crossbars.
Regularly check screws are tight.
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FittingKit
K571
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Maintenance
Clean the car roof and surfaces of the
product that will be in contact with the car
roof.
Follow the fitting instructions for fitting the
product to your vehicle. Make sure all steps
are carried out in order.
Set crossbars a minimum distance of 700mm
apart where no other distance is specified in
the fitting instructions. This is especially
important when carrying long loads.
Check unit is securely attached whenever
you refit it to the vehicle. If the unit feels
loose, refer to the fitting instructions and
readjust.
Some sunroofs and radio antennae cannot
be used when the product is fitted.
Do not modify this product.
Refer to the maximum permitted load
capacity specified in the fitting instructions.
Do not exceed the vehicle manufacturers
roof load rating if it is lower than the
maximum load capacity specified in the fitting
instructions.
Loads should not overhang the sides of the
product and be evenly distributed with the
lowest possible centre of gravity.
Long loads should be secured with non-
elastic straps to the front and rear of the
vehicle.
Objects with pointed ends (skis) should be
carried with the pointed ends to the rear of
the vehicle.
Remove all loose or removable objects from
the load prior to loading.
Make sure all loads are securely fastened
with non-elastic straps. Check regularly
during longer journeys.
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