Yakima RailGrab 2 User manual

RailGrab 2/4
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IMPORTANT WARNING
IT IS CRITICAL THAT ALL YAKIMA RACKS AND ACCESSORIES BE PROPERLY AND SECURELY ATTACHED TO YOUR VEHICLE. IMPROPER
ATTACHMENT COULD RESULT IN AN AUTOMOBILE ACCIDENT, AND COULD CAUSE SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR DEATH TO YOU OR TO
OTHERS. YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR SECURING THE RACKS AND ACCESSORIES TO YOUR CAR, CHECKING THE ATTACHMENTS PRIOR
TO USE, AND PERIODICALLY INSPECTING THE PRODUCTS FOR ADJUSTMENT, WEAR, AND DAMAGE. THEREFORE, YOU MUST READ
AND UNDERSTAND ALL OF THE INSTRUCTIONS AND CAUTIONS SUPPLIED WITH YOUR YAKIMA PRODUCT PRIOR TO INSTALLATION
OR USE. IF YOU DO NOT UNDERSTAND ALL OF THE INSTRUCTIONS AND CAUTIONS, OR IF YOU HAVE NO MECHANICAL EXPERIENCE
AND ARE NOT THOROUGHLY FAMILIAR WITH THE INSTALLATION PROCEDURES, YOU SHOULD HAVE THE PRODUCT INSTALLED BY A
PROFESSIONAL INSTALLER.
READ THROUGH THIS ENTIRE INSTRUCTION
BEFORE BEGINNING INSTALLATION!
This product is the base for everything you’ll do
with your rack, we want to help you get this right.
Familiarize yourself with these concepts and
terms, and installation will be a snap.
Throughout this document a time line will show
you where you’re at in the process.
Notice the time line at the top of the next page
and throughout these instructions.
RAILGRAB TOWER (4X)
END CAP (4X)
WRENCH (1X)
CROSSBARS
CROSSBARS
ARE PURCHASED
SEPARATELY.
LARGE CLAW (4X)
SMALL CLAW
(PRE-INSTALLED) (4X)
NOTE: RAILGRAB IS SOLD
IN 2 PACKS AND 4 PACKS.
If you have purchased a 2 pack RailGrab
the quantities listed above will be two of
each component rather than four of each
component (wrench excluded).
Part #1033506 Rev.C

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raised rails flush rails
Raised rails are raised up off
of the vehicle’s roof. Flush rails are flush with the vehicle’s roof.
FACTORY RAILS
There are two basic types of factory rails, Raised Rails, and Flush Rails.
= cross-section view
cross-section cross-section
with a notch
cross-section
with a notch
Factory rails come in many different
shapes. Some rails have a notch in them.
Other rails have a slot in them.
cross-section
with a slot
Overview Claw Set Up Install first
set of towers
Determine
crossbar spread
Install second set
of towers

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RAILGRAB CLAWS
SMALL CLAW
For most vehicles the pre-installed small claw
will be the correct choice. However for oversized
factory rails the large claw must be used.
Large claw installed.
Small claw installed.
LARGE CLAW
ANATOMY OF THE RAILGRAB
PAD
TOWER
CLAW
ADJUSTER
CLAW BASE
CLAW (SMALL)
CLAW TIGHTENER
(BLACK)
BAR TIGHTENER
(SILVER)
CLAW (LARGE)
WRENCH STORAGE
Overview Claw Set Up Install first
set of towers
Determine
crossbar spread
Install second set
of towers

AB
AB
CD
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Choose your claw based on your rail type.
TOWER FIT EXAMPLE
CHOOSE CLAWLOOK AT RAIL
Switching claws.
Overview Claw Set Up Install first
set of towers
Determine
crossbar spread
Install second set
of towers

2x
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Put two towers onto a crossbar, and install end caps.
Put towers and bar onto factory rail.
Overview Claw Set Up Install first
set of towers
Determine
crossbar spread
Install second set
of towers

Horizontal
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Check your work.
CONTACT POINT 1
CONTACT POINT 3
CONTACT POINT 2
Loosen knob.
Adjust claw
vertically.
Tighten
knob.
Adjust the claw horizontally.
Adjust the claw vertically.
NOTE: It may be
necessary to alternate
between step 3 and step
4 until a solid connection
is achieved.
Turn the black claw tightener, using
the supplied wrench, clockwise to
adjust the distance between the
claw and the factory rail.
Locate the black
claw tightener.
With the RailGrab
covers open...
The goal is to move the claw vertically and horizontally to fit with
your factory rail. These adjustments must be made in tandem.
You must establish three solid points of contact.
Did you establish three
solid contact points?
Note: rounded factory racks may
only require two points of contact.
Overview Claw Set Up Install first
set of towers
Determine
crossbar spread
Install second set
of towers

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Note the vertical position
of the claw, and repeat the
process for the other tower.
Check both towers and
readjust as necessary.
Center the bar so that
the ends of the crossbar
protruding from the towers
are set to an equal distance.
Center round bar.
Locate the silver
bar tightener.
Tighten RailGrab towers to bar. Turn the silver bar screw using
the supplied wrench clockwise
to completely tighten the
RailGrab to the crossbar.
CHECK THE INSTALLATION!
Grip the crossbar inboard to towers;
push and pull using only arm strength.
The vehicle should rock back and forth,
but the RailGrabs should not budge.
Check your work.
Be sure to tighten both towers!
Here’s a tip. Look at the
markings on the claw base
relative to the markings
on the claw, and use this
measurement to help in
adjusting the other tower.
Overview Claw Set Up Install first
set of towers
Determine
crossbar spread
Install second set
of towers
Note to Rack Dawgs: 88 in-lb
(10 Nm) maximum torque on
both 5-mm screws.

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Determine your crossbar spread. Install second set of RailGrab towers and crossbar.
The accessories you will carry with your RailGrab will determine your
minimum crossbar spread (the distance between the crossbars).
Refer to the table below to find the correct minimum crossbar spread.
Install second set of RailGrab towers and crossbar.
• Put tool in storage pocket
• Close covers
• Install locks
Now simply follow the instructions from the
beginning to install your second set of towers.
*More than 2 bicycles create enough leverage on the Wheel Tray to make the longer crossbar spread necessary.
For 16” (41cm) spreads, limit bikes to 30 lbs (14kg).
CROSSBAR SPREAD TABLE
crossbar spread range… can carry… on these accessories…
12" (30cm)-24" (61cm) Skis (under 170 cm) Any Ski Mount
12" (30cm)-36" (91cm) Skis (over 170 cm) Any Ski Mount
12" (30cm)-36" (91cm) Snow boards Any Ski Mount
16"* (41cm)-38" (97cm) Bicycles 1-2 Raptor / Raptor Aero
16"* (41cm)-42" (107cm) Bicycles 1-2 ForkLift / SteelHead / CopperHead / Viper
16"* (41cm)-46" (117cm) Bicycles 1-2 SprocketRocket / HighRoller
16"* (41cm)-48" (122cm) Bicycles 1-2 King Cobra
18"* (46cm)-38" (97cm) Bicycles, more than 2 Raptor / Raptor Aero
18"* (46cm)-42" (107cm) Bicycles, more than 2 ForkLift / SteelHead / CopperHead / Viper
18"* (46cm)-46" (117cm) Bicycles, more than 2 SprocketRocket / HighRoller
18"* (46cm)-48" (122cm) Bicycles, more than 2 King Cobra
32" (81 cm)-50" (127cm) Bicycles Boa
24" (61cm)-36" (91cm) Tandem Bicycles SideWinder
18" (46cm) or more Surf/Sail boards (6-8') Crossbar Pads / StrapThang
24” (61cm)or more Surf/Sail boards (9-10') Crossbar Pads / StrapThang
30" (76cm) or more Surf/Sail boards (over 10') Crossbar Pads / StrapThang
24" (61cm) or more Kayaks Mako Saddles / HullyRollers / LandShark / HullRaiser
24" (61cm) or more Kayaks HullRaiser Aero / BigStack/BowDown / MakoAero
30" (76cm) or more Kayaks Kayak Stacker / Crossbar Pads
24" (61cm) or more Kayaks/Canoes ShowBoat Load Assist
24" (61cm) or more Canoes (under 14') Gunwale Brackets
30" (76cm) or more Canoes (over 14') Gunwale Brackets
12" (30cm)-41" (104cm) Cargo, Gear BasketCase
24" (61cm)-36" (91cm) Cargo, Gear RocketBox 15s / PlatinumPro 16s / BlackTop Pro 16s (Round Bars)
24" (61cm)-36" (91cm) Cargo, Gear SkyBox 16s / SkyBox Pro 16s (Round Bars)
24" (61cm)-42" (107cm) Cargo, Gear SkyBox 12, 18, 21 / SkyBox Pro 12, 18, 21 (Round Bars)
30" (76cm)-36" (91cm) Cargo, Gear RocketBox 16 / RocketBox 11 (Round Bars)
30" (76cm)-42" (107cm) Cargo, Gear Platinum Pro 12, 18, 21 / BlackTop Pro 12, 18, 21 (Round Bars)
24" (61cm)-32" (81cm) Bikes, Skis, Boats, Cargo, Gear LoadWarrior
30" (76cm)-50" (127cm) Bikes, Skis, Boats, Cargo, Gear LoadWarrior with Extension
30" (76cm)-38" (97cm) Bikes, Skis, Boats, Cargo, Gear MegaWarrior
36" (91cm)-60" (152cm) Bikes, Skis, Boats, Cargo, Gear MegaWarrior with Extension
QUICK REFERENCE: Maximum and Minimum Crossbar Spreads
CROSSBAR SPREAD
CROSSBAR SPREAD
16” (41cm) Spread (minimum)
Skis, snow boards and 2 bikes
(excluding tandems)
24” (61cm) Spread (minimum)
Skis, snow boards, bikes
(including tandems), sail
boards, and kayaks
12” (30cm) Spread (minimum)
Skis, snow boards and
basketcase
Overview Claw Set Up Install first
set of towers
Determine
crossbar spread
Install second set
of towers
Overview Claw Set Up Install first
set of towers
Determine
crossbar spread
Install second set
of towers

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WARNING: BE SURE ALL HARDWARE IS SECURED ACCORDING TO INSTRUCTIONS. ATTACHMENT
HARDWARE CAN LOOSEN OVER TIME. CHECK BEFORE EACH USE, AND TIGHTEN IF NECESSARY.
REMOVING THE RACKS
1. Mark tower location with marker or tape.
2. Unlock towers and open RailGrab covers.
3. Loosen claws (claw tightener).
4. Lift rack up and off (do not disassemble).
INSTALLING RACKS AGAIN
1. Open covers.
2. Clean rails and place towers at
marked positions.
3. Make sure towers are seated
properly, then tighten claws (using
claw tightener) close covers and lock.
Now enjoy a refreshment… and read these important details about your new rack system.
FACTORY LUGGAGE CARRIER
If the vehicle is equipped with a factory luggage
carrier, it may interfere with some accessories.
ANTENNA
Antenna on the roof may need to be removed to
prevent interference with the rack or long loads.
Sunroof may interfere
with crossbars or
accessories.
USE CAUTION WHEN
OPENING SUNROOF.
SUN ROOF
Some longer loads may
prevent the rear hatch from
fully opening.
USE CAUTION WHEN
OPENING YOUR HATCH.
REAR HATCH
This product is covered by YAKIMA’s
“Love It Till You Leave It” Limited Lifetime
Warranty .To obtain a copy of this warranty,
go online to www.yakima.com or email us at
[email protected] or call [phone]
WeIGhT lIMITs Not more
than 165 lbs.
(75 kg) unless
otherwise
noted.
THIS PRODUCT
(10 lbs. / 4.5 kg) (RAILGRAB 2)
(12 lbs. / 5.4 kg) RAILGRAB 4)
ANY ACCESSORIES LOAD
PERFORM SAFETY CHECKS ON ALL TOWERS!
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
Note to Rack Dawgs: 88 in-lb (10 Nm)
maximum torque on both 5-mm screws.
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
OR REPLACEMENT PARTS
Contact your dealer, visit
www.yakima.com, or call
[phone]
Monday through Friday,
7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, PST
REMOVE RACKS BEFORE ENTERING
AN AUTOMATIC CAR WASH.
MAINTENANCE
Use non-water soluble lubricant on screws.
Use a soft cloth with water and mild
detergent to clean plastic parts.
TIE DOWN LONG LOADS
Always tie down both ends of long
loads to vehicle. Failure to do so
can result in property damage,
personal injury, or death.

RailGrab 2/4
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Avertissement importAnt
Ilest essentIel que tous les supports et accessoIres YakIma soIent fIxés et attachés solIdement àvotre véhIcule. une attache Inadéquate
peut causer un accIdent du véhIcule et des blessures graves ou mortelles pour vous ou pour les autres. Ilvous Incombe de fIxer les
supports et accessoIres àvotre véhIcule, de vérIfIer les attaches avant d’utIlIser le dIsposItIf, de vérIfIer régulIèrement que le produIt est
ajusté, et qu’Il n’est pas usé ou endommagé. Ilvous faut donc lIre et comprendre toutes les dIrectIves et mIses en garde fournIes avec
votre produIt YakIma avant de l’Installer ou de l’utIlIser. sItoutes les InstructIons et mIses en garde ne sont pas comprIses, ou sI l’on
n’aaucune expérIence en mécanIque et que l’on n’est pas très famIlIer avec les procédures d’InstallatIon, faIre Installer le produIt par un
Installateur professIonnel comme un garagIste qualIfIé ou réparateur de carrosserIe.
LIRE TOUTES CES INSTRUCTIONS AVANT DE
COMMENCER L’INSTALLATION !
Ce produit est la base de tout le système du porte-
bagages : nous voulons vous aider à bien l’installer.
Familiarisez-vous avec ces notions et les
termes, et l’installation se fera facilement. Des
graphiques tout au long de ce document vous
indiquent où vous en êtes dans le processus.
Remarquez le graphique au sommet de
chacune des pages suivantes.
PIEDS RAILGRAB (X 4)
BOUCHONS
D’EXTRÉMITÉ (X 4)
CLÉ (X 1)
BARRES
TRANSVERSALES
LES BARRES
TRANSVERSALES
S’ACHÈTENT À
PART.
GRANDES MÂCHOIRES (X 4)
PETITES MÂCHOIRES (X 4)
(DÉJÀ INSTALLÉES)
REMARQUE : LES PIEDS RAILGRAB SONT
VENDUS EN PAQUET DE 2 ET DE 4.
Si l’on acheté un paquet de deux RailGrab,
les quantités indiquées ci-dessus seront
de deux au lieu de quatre, sauf en ce qui
concerne la clé.