Draw-Tite 59721 ROOF RACK - Manuel (Page 2)

Using the Roof Racks
Locking Covers and Mounting Accessories
You are now ready to mount your accessories examples: Bike, Kayak, luggage
carriers by using the accessory channel if applicable. “T” bolts are available to
mount accessories (Fig 5a)
Be sure to cut your buffer strips to size to completely cover your channel once
the accessories are mounted.
Lock all four covers into place using the keys provided. Store your keys in
a safe place such as the glove box or key ring. Replacement locks and
keys are available as service items.
Ensure all covers are closed hard against the End Supports and locked.
General Usage Information
* It is essential for the proper assembly, operation and use of the Roof Rack that the instructions and safety precautions supplied are strictly observed.
* The maximum permissible load for your roof rack is the lower of the maximum load capacity specified in you owners manual or specified on your
roof rack load label. Do NOT exceed the maximum load capacity.
Maximum load capacity equals the weight of the rack + accessories + weight of cargo. Ensure your vehicle’s function is not impaired before driving.
Any weight carried on the vehicle will adversely affect its handling particularly in cornering or in a cross wind and the vehicle should
therefore be driven with increased caution. Check the function of all doors and sunroof before driving.
For lost key replacement or other service items call customer service: 1-800-632-3290 or visit: www.rolaproducts.com
Please have lock core number or part numbers available.
Loads should be evenly distributed and secured. REGULARLY CHECK THE TIGHTNESS OF LOCKING STRAPS
59720-1N Rel. 10/26/11 Page 2 of 2 Printed in China
Installation Instructions: APX Style Roof Rack with Ditch Adapter Bracket
Fitting the Cross Bars to the vehicle
Step A:
Each Cross Bar varies in length:
Install the Cross Bar labeled ‘Front’ on the underside of the Cross Bar to the front
Adapter & Gasket pads.
Install the remaining cross bar to the Rear Adapter & Gasket pads.
Refer to Fig. 1a for further guidance.
Step B:
Place the End Supports of one of the Cross Bar Assemblies on the
two corresponding Gasket Pad assemblies (Fig. 3a).
Step C: Open the two End Support Covers such that the Anchor Hole is exposed. Loosely
fasten both sides in place by inserting the 50mm Bolt into the Anchor Hole, and turning
approx. 2-3 turns with the Grey T-Handle Security Key (Fig. 3b).
Step D:
Using the Grey T-Handle Security Key, tighten the Mounting Bolts to approx. 5Nm (44
in/lbs) of torque or a firm hand-tightness. Close the End Support Covers and lock using
the Key provided.
Step E:
Repeat STEPS B, C and D for the remaining Cross Bar Assembly
Remove Keys and store in a safe place.
Note: You will have to remove or trim the Buffer Strip to mount accessories.
To load accessories into the Channel of the Cross Bars, unlock the End Support
Cover (Fig. 4a). Pull the Cover out and down to fully access the Channel. Once
accessories have been loaded, replace the End Support Cover and lock.
Intermittently check that all Screws and Bolts are sufficiently tightened
while the Roof Racks are in use.
Fig 3a
Fig 3b
Fig 4a
Access to
channel
Fig 5a