Subaru 2004 Impreza - Manual (Page 333)

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Driving tips
bike carrier, ski carrier, kayak carrier, cargo basket,
etc. on the crossbars, follow the manufacturer’s in-
structions and make sure that the attachment is se-
curely fixed to the crossbars. Use only attachments
designed specifically for the crossbars. A set of the
crossbars is designed to carry loads (cargo and at-
tachment) of not more than 100 lb. (45 kg). Before op-
erating the vehicle, make sure that the cargo is prop-
erly secured on the attachment.
NOTE
Remember that the vehicle’s center of gravity is al-
tered with the weight of the load on the roof, thus
affecting the driving characteristics.
Drive carefully. Avoid rapid starts, hard cornering
and abrupt stops. Crosswind effects will be in-
creased.
! Removal and installation of the crossbars
The crossbars can be removed when you do not use
the roof to carry cargo.
" To remove the crossbar
1. Loosen and remove the T-30 torx® head screw
from the top of each crossbar end support.
2. Rotate the lower clamp on the bottom of each end
support downward approximately 90 °.
3. Carefully raise the crossbar from roof rails.
" To install the crossbar
Front crossbar:
Front crossbar has 100 LBS. Load Label on left-hand
side.
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