Whispbar K491W Manuel utilisateur
K491W
Fitting Kit
EN Fitting Instructions for Basic Carrier
x 4 x 4 x 8 x 4
x 4 x 2 x 2 x 1
x 1 x 3 x 3
Revision No: 8E 1
Fitting Kit K491W
MAX kgs (lbs)
W/P WHD
Audi
Q5 , 5dr SUV 08-+ EU 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
Q5 , 5dr SUV 09-+ ZA 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
Q5 , 5dr SUV 09-+ NZ 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
Q5 , 5dr SUV 09-+ AU 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
Q5 , 5dr SUV 09-+ US 75 kgs (165 lbs) 75 kgs (165 lbs)
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Fitting Kit EN
K491W
First Time Installation
●Remove parts from inside the package and
check. Contact your dealer if any parts are
missing or damaged.
●This kit fits type A, B, C and D.
●These instructions show type A crossbar
fitted. They also apply to type B, C and D.
●Use keys to remove covers.
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Fitting Kit EN
K491W
●Use hex screwdriver to reverse adjusting
screw 10 turns.
●Press adjusting screw and pull crossbar
legs out. Refer to the crossbar instructions
for crossbar adjustment method.
●Ensure each end of the crossbar is
adjusted equally.
●Set bars to length (revert to rear of these
instructions).
●Please check the rear of this manual for
information relating specifically to your
vehicle.
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Fitting Kit EN
K491W
●Tighten adjusting screw to 5 Nm (3.7 ft lb)
hand tight.
●Remove plastic clamp block by gripping bar
leg with fingers and push firmly with
thumbs until clamp block drops out behind
leg.
●Remove both pins from each leg. Use
tapered end of spanner located inside left
hand cover to assist.
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Fitting Kit EN
K491W
●Detach foot from leg. Store loose parts in a
safe place.
●Repeat for all legs.
●Select four feet assemblies and match the
left and right assemblies to the left and
right roof rack legs.
●Assemble foot from kit into leg by pressing
it down.
●Ensure foot interlocks with leg.
●Using short capscrew and washer, secure
assembly onto leg (use Hex Screwdriver
supplied with crossbar to assist)
●Do not over tighten.
●Repeat for all legs.
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Fitting Kit EN
K491W
●Use two M5 x 12 mm self tapping screws to
secure the assembly onto the leg.
●Do not over tighten.
Fitment
●Locate two holes at each position along the
inside of the roof rails.
●Place crossbars approximately above
these holes on roof rails.
●Ensure back edge of foot sits flush with the
back edge of vehicle roof rail.
●Apply protective strip as shown.
Trim if required.
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Fitting Kit EN
K491W
●NOTE: Only use clamp 629A for Audi Q5
front left position.
●Ensure the two pins of the clamp engages
correctly with the holes in the roof rail.
●Place one hand on the leg and apply
downward pressure.
●Slide clamp through opening in leg.
●Thread the coach bolt through the clamp
and the leg.
●Tighten the plastic knob.
●Ensure the plastic knob is in the position
shown when fully tightened.
●Do not over tighten.
●Repeat for all four positions.
●Ensure the clamp engages correctly on
inside of roof rail.
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Fitting Kit EN
K491W
●Use keys to fit and lock covers
●Check crossbar is securely attached to the
vehicle.
CAUTION: Recheck all fasteners immediately after
a load is applied to the crossbars.
Regularly check screws are tight.
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Fitting Kit EN
K491W
Maintenance
●Clean the car roof and surfaces of the
product that will be in contact with the car
roof.
●Follow the fitting instructions for fitting the
product to your vehicle. Make sure all steps
are carried out in order.
●Set crossbars a minimum distance of
700mm (27 1/2") apart where no other
distance is specified in the fitting
instructions. This is especially important
when carrying long loads.
●Check unit is securely attached whenever
you refit it to the vehicle. If the unit feels
loose, refer to the fitting instructions and
readjust.
●Some glass/panoramic roofs and radio
antennae may not be able to be used when
the product is fitted.
●Do not modify this product.
●Refer to the maximum permitted load
capacity specified in the fitting instructions.
Do not exceed the vehicle manufacturers
roof load rating if it is lower than the
maximum load capacity specified in the
fitting instructions.
●Loads should not overhang the sides of the
product and be evenly distributed with the
lowest possible centre of gravity.
●Long loads should be secured with non-
elastic straps to the front and rear of the
vehicle.
●Objects with pointed ends (e.g. ski poles)
should be carried with the pointed ends to
the rear of the vehicle.
●Remove all loose or removable objects
from the load prior to loading.
●Make sure all loads are securely fastened
with non-elastic straps. Check regularly
during longer journeys.
●A loaded roof rack system can alter the
performance of your vehicle. Be especially
aware of the effects of side winds,
changing of direction, and braking
performance. Avoid rapid acceleration and
deceleration. Drive carefully.
●Note that the total height of the vehicle
increases when upright loads are carried.
●Products should be locked during transport
if they have locks fitted.
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