Chrysler 2011 Country - Owner Manual - Manual (Page 245)

Once the crossbars are set into position, tighten the
thumb screws completely. Stowing the Crossbars
Reverse the procedure to stow the crossbars, again,
taking care to keep hand clear of pivoting joint. Crossbars
are identical and can be stowed in either rail nest. Once
the crossbars are stowed, tighten the thumb screws
completely.
NOTE: Load should always be secured to crossbars
first, with rail tie down loops used as additional securing
points if needed. Tie loops are intended as supplemen-
tary tie down points only. Do not use ratcheting mecha-
nisms with the tie loops.
Tightening Crossbar
242 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE