Mercedes-Benz GL-Class 2012 Owners Manual - Manual (Page 283)

X Pull out cover strip H from the groove until
bolts G become visible on both ends of the
crossbar.
X Turn bolts G counter-clockwise on both
sides by approx. two turns.
X Place the crossbars on the marked points
on the roof rails.
X Ensure that clamping bracket A locks
flush with the roof rails on both sides. If
necessary, pull it out or push it into
clamping brackets A.
X Tighten bolts G. Maintain a tightening
torque of 4 lb-ft (6 Nm) .
The width of the clamping bracket is set
correctly.
G
WARNING
Have the tightening torque checked after
mounting the crossbars. The screws could
come loose if they are not tightened to a
torque of 4 lb-ft (6 Nm).
X Press cover strip H into the groove of the
crossbar bit by bit.
X Install the crossbars as described
(
Y page 278).
Removing the crossbars
: Key
; Cover cap
=
Sticker FRONT (or REAR)
?
Bolt for clamping bracket
A
Clamping bracket
X Unlock cover cap ; with key :.
X Remove cover cap ;.
X Turn the bolts for clamping bracket A
counter-clockwise until the crossbars can
be removed from the roof rails.
Shortening the cover strip
The cover strips reduce the wind noise that is
caused by the crossbars. If additional roof
accessories are mounted, it may be
necessary to shorten the cover strips.
H
Cover strip
X Pull out cover strip H from the groove.
X Mount the roof accessories to the
crossbars.
X Place cover strip H flush with the roof
accessories and mark the end of the
crossbar on the cover strip.
X Cut off cover strip H at the marked point.
X Press cover strip H into the groove of the
crossbar bit by bit.
i Cover strips are available as Mercedes-
Benz accessories. Contact your authorized
Mercedes-Benz Service Center.
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