Roof side rails

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Your vehicle may come equipped with roof side rails. If your vehicle is equipped with roof side rails, you can add roof side rail crossbars as an accessory (not shown).

  • If the vehicle is equipped with a sunroof, do not position the cargo onto the roof side rails in such a way that it may interfere with sunroof operation.

  • Always take precautions to make sure the cargo does not damage the roof.

  • When carrying large objects on the roof side rails, make sure they do not exceed the overall roof length or width.

  • When carrying cargo on the roof side rails, take necessary precautions to make sure the cargo does not damage the roof of the vehicle.

    When carrying large objects on the roof side rails, make sure they do not exceed the overall roof length or width.

  • The following specification is the maximum weight that can be loaded onto the roof side rails. Distribute the load as evenly as possible onto the roof side rails and secure the load firmly.

    Loading cargo or luggage in excess of the specified weight limit on the roof side rails may damage your vehicle.

    ROOF SIDE RAILS

    100 kg (220 lbs.)

    EVENLY DISTRIBUTED

  • Avoid sudden starts, braking, sharp turns, abrupt manoeuvres, or high speeds that may result in loss of vehicle control or rollover resulting in a collision. The vehicle centre of gravity is higher when items are loaded onto the roof side rails.

  • Always drive slowly and turn corners carefully when carrying items on the roof side rails. Severe wind updrafts caused by passing vehicles or natural causes, can cause sudden upward pressure on items loaded on the roof side rails. This is especially true when carrying large, flat items such as wood panels or mattresses. This may cause the items to fall off the roof side rails and cause damage to your vehicle or others around you.

  • To prevent damage or loss of cargo whilst driving, check frequently before or whilst driving to make sure the items on the roof side rails are securely fastened.