To close the bonnet
After travelling a few
kilometres, check that
the attachment fastening
ROOF RACK/SKI
RACK
1) Hold the bonnet up with one hand
and, with the other, remove rod A-
fig. 135 from recess B and replace it
in its clip.
screws are tight.
PRESETTING
To use the roof racks you shall re-
2) Lower the bonnet until it is about
20 cm above the engine compartment,
and then let it drop, ensuring that it
is fully closed and not just held in po-
sition by the safety catch.
move the caps set in points fig. 136.
Distribute the load even-
ly and when driving, bear
in mind the increased
sensitivity of the vehicle to side
wind.
Attach the roof rack bar brackets to
the fasteners.
IMPORTANT Always follow the
instructions provided with the kit
carefully. The bars should be fitted by
skilled personnel.
If the bonnet does not close properly
do not push it down but open it again
and repeat the above procedure.
Never exceed the max.
permissible loads (see
section “Technical speci-
fications”).
For safety reasons the
bonnet must be closed
properly to avoid its
opening while the vehicle is trav-
elling. Therefore, always check it
is properly closed and the catch
engaged. Should you notice that
the catch is not perfectly engaged
when travelling, stop the vehicle
immediately and close the bon-
net.
Strictly comply with cur-
rent law regulations con-
cerning max. overall di-
mensions.
fig. 136
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