FORD 2014 Transit Connect v.3 - Manual (Page 139)

1. Release the straps.
2. Remove the net from the luggage
anchor points.
3. Remove the upper bars.
ROOF RACKS AND LOAD
CARRIERS
(If Equipped)
WARNINGS
Read and follow the manufacturer’s
instructions when you are fitting a
roof rack. Failure to take care may
lead to a crash or personal injury.
When loading the roof racks, we
recommend you evenly distribute the
load, as well as maintain a low
center of gravity. Loaded vehicles, with
higher centers of gravity, may handle
differently than unloaded vehicles. Take
extra precautions, such as slower speeds
and increased stopping distance, when
driving a heavily loaded vehicle. Failure to
take care may result in the loss of control
of your vehicle, serious personal injury or
death.
For correct roof rack system function, you
must place loads directly on crossbars
fitted to the roof rack side rails. When using
the roof rack system, we recommend you
use Ford genuine accessory crossbars
designed specifically for your vehicle.
Make sure that you securely fasten the
load. Check the tightness of the load
before driving and at each fuel stop.
Note: If you use a roof rack, the fuel
consumption of your vehicle will be higher
and you may experience different driving
characteristics.
Note: Never place loads directly on the roof
panel.
Maximum Load Weights
Do not exceed the following maximum
roof rack load weights.
Maximum Load lb
(kg)*
Variant
132 (60) Wagon - short
wheel base with
panoramic roof
panel
165 (75) Wagon - short
wheel base with
metal roof panel
165 (75) Wagon - long
wheel base
165 (75) Van
*Evenly distribute the load on the roof rack.
LOAD LIMIT
Vehicle Loading - with and
without a Trailer
This section will guide you in the
proper loading of your vehicle,
trailer or both, to keep your loaded
vehicle weight within its design
rating capability, with or without
a trailer. Properly loading your
vehicle will provide maximum
return of vehicle design
performance. Before loading your
vehicle, familiarize yourself with
the following terms for
determining your vehicle’s weight
ratings, with or without a trailer,
from the vehicle’s Tire Label or
Safety Compliance Certification
Label:
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Tourneo Connect/Transit Connect (CHC) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, Edition date: 07/2013
Load Carrying