Thule 868 User manual

part description
part number qty.
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B1.5" attachment strap 8535494 4
PARTS INCLUDED • PIÈCES INCLUSES • PIEZAS INCLUIDAS
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Model # XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Purchase Date XXXXX/XXXXX/XXXXX Place of PurchaseXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
OUTBOUND ROOFTOP CARGO BAG 868
• If your vehicle does not have raised crossbars or
side rails, DO NOT USE this product.
CAUTION: When mounting bag to raised side rails,
front attachment straps must be forward
of rail’s center support post, otherwise
bag may slide o back of roof.
CAUTION: NOT recommended for use on glass
roof surfaces like sun/moonroofs and
panoramic roofs. Bag contents can
damage or shatter glass roofs.
• Do not overload cargo bag.
• Do not exceed 100 lbs. weight capacity or the
weight capacity of your roof as stated by vehicle
manufacturer.
• This bag is WEATHER RESISTANT, NOT
WATERPROOF. Cargo must be packed in plastic
bags if raining.
• Be sure to check all straps for tightness at regular
intervals during travel.
• Do NOT leave mounted on vehicle without cargo.
• This product will NOT prevent dents resulting from
improper loading, securing, or driving.
• ZIPPER IS NOT TO FACE THE FRONT OF THE
VEHICLE.
• Avoid removing bag from roof while fully loaded.
• For cleaning, a damp sponge works best using
only water with a mild detergent which contains no
additives (such as alcohol, chlorine or ammonia)
as these could discolor the surface. Allow to air dry
completely.
PRODUCT REGISTRATION
WARNINGS / LIMITATIONS
cargo bag

1
• Unfold the
cargo bag and
unzip the top.
Do not open
the top yet.
3
• Using supplied attachment straps, secure bag tightly to
crossbars by routing strap around bar and through front/
rear anchoring ring. See diagram for routing of strap through
buckle. Excess strap should be wrapped around luggage rack
and secured.
Buckle
Routing
• If the distance between your crossbars is less than 36" drape the remaining
length of the bag over rear crossbar, and follow instructions in a. above using side
anchoring rings instead of rear.
2
• Make sure vehicle roof is clean of dirt or debris. Place cargo bag, opening
towards rear of vehicle, on roof between crossbars and/or side rails of your
factory-installed or aftermarket roof rack. When attaching to crossbars, if
possible adjust bar placement so that bag ends just contact bars and bag
bottom sits fully on roof. Center bag side-to-side on roof.
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B
MOUNTING TO CROSSBARS

Center Support Post
Front
Back
4
• When mounting to roof racks equipped with side rails only, use side anchoring
rings and position bag so that at least one set of rings is forward of side rail center
support post.
5
• Open the top of the cargo bag and gently rest on the roof and windshield.
6• Load cargo bag evenly. Avoid overstung.
CAUTION: Before loading, consult vehicle
owner’s manual for any weight
bearing limitations. Placing hard
point items directly on roof may
cause vehicle damage.
MOUNTING TO SIDE RAILS

7
• Close bag completely with zipper.
9
• Secure zipper storm flap to bag at all hook+loop closure points.
• Tighten compression straps to secure bag’s contents.
8
• Place narrow hook+loop zipper pull inside wide hook+loop pull and press together to join securely.
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ROOF RACKS
THULE CARGO CARRIERS