Draw-Tite 59789 ROOF RACK - Manual (Page 2)

PART No:
59789N Rev: 10/31/13
CARRYING CAPACITY:
Pg 2 of 2
75Kgs/
165 Lbs
Printed in China
A number of accessories for carrying special loads are available.
Ensure bars are parallel and straps are tightened against
the side rails. Perform a check by tugging on the cross bars.
REGULARLY CHECK THE TIGHTNESS OF CROSS BAR ATTACHMENTS.
Loads should be evenly distributed and secured .
Check the function of all doors and sunroof 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.
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.
Only use NON-STRETCH tie down straps.
Step 3: Fitting Cross Bars to the vehicle (fig 5)
A. Each Cross Bar varies in length. The Cross Bar labeled “FRONT” on the
underside of the Cross Bar, belongs to the front location. The remaining bar,
without the label, belongs to the rear location.
B. Place the End Supports of one Cross Bar assembly on the corresponding
Gasket/Adaptor assembly and loosely bolt down by inserting the 50mm bolt
into the anchor point threads and turning approx 2-3 turns with the L
wrench security key. Do not tighten yet. Repeat for the opposite side. (fig 6)
C. Repeat for the other Cross Bar assembly assuring proper fit and alignment.
D. Using the L-Wrench Security Key, tighten all 4 M6 x 50mm Bolts to approx.
5Nm ( 44 in/lbs) of torque or a firm hand-tightness. (fig 7)
L-Wrench security key
Storage location
Cross Bar
50 mm bolt
Fig 5
Fig 13
Fig 7
Fig 6
Step 4: Attaching Covers to End Supports
Should you need to remove your GTX covers the following describes the
replacement and use.
A. Locate the ends of the Hinge with the Cover hinge holes. Flex the Hinge
ends in and push through the Cover holes until the capped ends engage.
(you’ll hear and audible click) (Fig 8, 9)
B. To fully extend the Covers away from the Support (to access the
Accessory Channel or mounting hardware) pivot the Cover on the Hinge
while pushing down on the top of the Cover. (Fig 10, 11)
Accessory
Channel
Access
Fig 8
End Support
Cover
End Support
CLICK
Fig 9
Fig 10
Fig 11
A. Store L-Wrench Security Key in it’s storage location in the End Support.
(Fig 6)
Step 5: Closing the End Support Covers
B. Close the End Support Covers by moving the cover up, over, and then
down on the End Support. Push Cover against the End Support until you
hear an audible “click”, indicating the Cover is fully engaged with the End
Support. (fig 13, 14)
C. Lock all four covers into place using the keys provided. (Fig 12) Store
your keys in a safe place such as the glove box or key ring. Replacement
locks and keys are available as service items.
Step 5: Mounting Accessories
A. You are now ready to mount your accessories examples: Bike, Kayak,
luggage carriers by using the Accessory Channel if applicable (fig 11).
“T” bolts are available to mount accessories. Be sure to cut your buffer
strips to size to completely cover your channel once the accessories are
mounted. Replacement Buffer Strips are available as service items.
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 your vehicle owner’s 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.
CLICK
Fig 14
Fig 12
Fitting Instructions
2014–ON SOUL WITH ANCHOR POINTS
Crossbar Kit
59789