Yakima Prorack K370 User manual

K370
Fitting Kit
EN Fitting Instructions for Basic Carrier
x 1 x 4 x 2 x 2
x 4 x 4
Revision No: 4C 1

Fitting Kit K370
MAX kgs (lbs)
W/P WHD
Ford
Mondeo , 4dr Sedan 01-07 ZA 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
Mondeo , 4dr Sedan 01-07 EU 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
Mondeo , 4dr Sedan Sep 01-Sep 07 NZ 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
Mondeo , 5dr Hatch 01-07 ZA 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
Mondeo , 5dr Hatch 01-07 EU 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
Mondeo , 5dr Hatch Sep 01-Sep 07 NZ 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
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Fitting Kit EN
K370
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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Fitting Kit EN
K370
●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.
●Set bars to length (refer to the crossbar
instructions for crossbar adjustment).
●Attaches onto raised roof rail. Flush Rail
●Please check the rear of this manual for
information relating specifically to your
vehicle.
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K370
●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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K370
●Refer to the underside of the pad for the
part number.
●Letters refer to the pad part numbers and
position.
●Pad Part Number:
A = 11-04-222
B = 11-04-223
●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.
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Fitting Kit EN
K370
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.
●Place crossbar foot over grubscrews.
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K370
●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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Fitting Kit EN
K370
CAUTION: Recheck all fasteners immediately after
a load is applied to the crossbars.
Regularly check screws are tight.
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Fitting Kit EN
K370
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.
●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.
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