Whispbar K340W User manual

FittingKit
K340W
GB
Fitting Instructions for Basic Carrier
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Instrukcja systemu montażu
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Revision No:
4C

FittingKit
K340W
GB
MAX kgs (lbs)
W/P
WHD
Ford
Fusion , 5dr Hatch 02- 05
EU
50 kgs (110 lbs)
50 kgs (110 lbs)
Mazda
3 , 4dr Sedan 04- 09
EU
75 kgs (165 lbs)
75 kgs (165 lbs)
3 , 4dr Sedan 04- 09
ZA
75 kgs (165 lbs)
75 kgs (165 lbs)
3 , 4dr Sedan 04- 09
US
75 kgs (165 lbs)
75 kgs (165 lbs)
3 , 4dr Sedan Jan 04-Apr 09
NZ
75 kgs (165 lbs)
75 kgs (165 lbs)
3 , 4dr Sedan Jan 04-Mar 09
AU
75 kgs (165 lbs)
75 kgs (165 lbs)
3 , 5dr Hatch 04- 09
EU
75 kgs (165 lbs)
75 kgs (165 lbs)
3 , 5dr Hatch 04- 09
US
75 kgs (165 lbs)
75 kgs (165 lbs)
3 , 5dr Hatch 04- 09
ZA
75 kgs (165 lbs)
75 kgs (165 lbs)
3 , 5dr Hatch Jan 04-Apr 09
NZ
75 kgs (165 lbs)
75 kgs (165 lbs)
3 , 5dr Hatch Jan 04-Mar 09
AU
75 kgs (165 lbs)
75 kgs (165 lbs)
6 , 4dr Sedan 02- 07
EU
75 kgs (165 lbs)
75 kgs (165 lbs)
6 , 4dr Sedan 02- 08
ZA
75 kgs (165 lbs)
75 kgs (165 lbs)
6 , 4dr Sedan 03- 08
US
75 kgs (165 lbs)
75 kgs (165 lbs)
6 , 4dr Sedan 07-+
EU
75 kgs (165 lbs)
75 kgs (165 lbs)
6 , 4dr Sedan 08-+
US
75 kgs (165 lbs)
75 kgs (165 lbs)
6 , 4dr Sedan Aug 02-Jan 08
AU
75 kgs (165 lbs)
75 kgs (165 lbs)
6 , 4dr Sedan Feb 08-+
NZ
75 kgs (165 lbs)
75 kgs (165 lbs)
6 , 4dr Sedan Feb 08-+
AU
75 kgs (165 lbs)
75 kgs (165 lbs)
6 , 4dr Sedan Jun 02-Jan 08
NZ
75 kgs (165 lbs)
75 kgs (165 lbs)
6 , 5dr Estate 02- 07
EU
75 kgs (165 lbs)
75 kgs (165 lbs)
6 , 5dr Hatch 02- 07
EU
75 kgs (165 lbs)
75 kgs (165 lbs)
6 , 5dr Hatch 02- 08
ZA
75 kgs (165 lbs)
75 kgs (165 lbs)
6 , 5dr Hatch 04- 08
US
75 kgs (165 lbs)
75 kgs (165 lbs)
6 , 5dr Hatch 08-+
US
75 kgs (165 lbs)
75 kgs (165 lbs)
6 , 5dr Hatch Aug 02-Jan 08
AU
75 kgs (165 lbs)
75 kgs (165 lbs)
6 , 5dr Hatch Feb 08-+
NZ
75 kgs (165 lbs)
75 kgs (165 lbs)
6 , 5dr Hatch Feb 08-+
AU
75 kgs (165 lbs)
75 kgs (165 lbs)
6 , 5dr Hatch Jan 02-Jan 08
NZ
75 kgs (165 lbs)
75 kgs (165 lbs)
6 , 5dr Liftback 07-+
EU
75 kgs (165 lbs)
75 kgs (165 lbs)
6 , 5dr Wagon 04- 07
US
75 kgs (165 lbs)
75 kgs (165 lbs)
6/Atenza , 5dr Wagon Jun 02-Feb 08
AU
75 kgs (165 lbs)
75 kgs (165 lbs)
6/Atenza , 5dr Wagon Jun 02-Feb 08
NZ
75 kgs (165 lbs)
75 kgs (165 lbs)
CX-7 , 5dr SUV 06-+
EU
75 kgs (165 lbs)
75 kgs (165 lbs)
CX-7 , 5dr SUV 07-+
US
75 kgs (165 lbs)
75 kgs (165 lbs)
CX-7 , 5dr SUV Nov 06-+
AU
75 kgs (165 lbs)
75 kgs (165 lbs)
CX-7 , 5dr SUV Nov 06-+
NZ
75 kgs (165 lbs)
75 kgs (165 lbs)
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FittingKit
K340W
GB
First Time Installation
Remove parts from inside the package and
check. Contact your dealer if any parts are
missing or damaged.
This kit fits type A, B, C and D.
These instructions show type A crossbar
fitted. They also apply to type B, C and D.
Use keys to remove covers.
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FittingKit
K340W
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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.
Adjust crossbar in or out to suit vehicle. Refer
to the crossbar instructions for crossbar
adjustment.
Attaches to factory-fitted mounting points
Please check the rear of this manual for
information relating specifically to your
vehicle.
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FittingKit
K340W
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Tighten adjusting screw to 5 Nm (3.7 ft lb).
Remove plastic clamp block by gripping bar
leg with fingers and push firmly with thumbs
until clamp block drops out behind leg.
Select plastic internal block (from fitting kit)
and insert into foot.
Repeat for all legs.
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FittingKit
K340W
GB
Fit rubber pads (supplied with fitting kit) to
foot. Pad may vary in shape to that shown.
Make sure the pad fits into the holes
underneath the foot.
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.
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FittingKit
K340W
GB
Place crossbar foot over grubscrews.
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.
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FittingKit
K340W
GB
Check crossbar is securely attached to the
vehicle.
Use keys to fit and lock covers
CAUTION:
Recheck all fasteners immediately after a load is
applied to the crossbars.
Regularly check screws are tight.
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FittingKit
K340W
GB
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
(27 1/2") 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 glass/panoramic roofs and radio
antennae may not be able to 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 (e.g. ski poles)
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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FittingKit
K340W
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A loaded roof rack system can alter the
performance of your vehicle. Be especially
aware of the effects of side winds, changing
of direction, and braking performance. Avoid
rapid acceleration and deceleration. Drive
carefully.
Note that the total height of the vehicle
increases when upright loads are carried.
Products should be locked during transport if
they have locks fitted.
Check and replace worn out or defective
parts.
Keep the product clean and maintained.
Never drive into a car wash with the roof rack
system fitted.
Lubricate locks and adjusting screws at
regular intervals.
Remove the products from the vehicle when
not in use. Make sure all loose parts are
stored safely.
Yakima Products, Inc.
15025 SW Koll Pkwy.
Beaverton, OR 97006-6056
USA
www.whispbar.com
www.whispbar.ca
www.whispbar.eu
www.whispbar.co.uk
www.whispbar.co.za
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