VOLVO V60 Up To 2018 Load Carrier for Cars without Rails User Guide
- June 14, 2024
- VOLVO
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VOLVO V60 Up To 2018 Load Carrier for Cars without Rails
Product Information
Specifications
- Product: Load Carrier for Cars Without Rails
- Compatibility: Cars without rails
Introduction
Thank you for choosing the Load Carrier for Cars Without Rails. This accessory is designed to provide a secure and convenient way to transport additional loads on your car. Please read the following instructions carefully before installing and using the load carriers.
Kit Contents
The load carrier kit includes:
- Mounting clamps
- Feet for the load carriers
- Bolts and nuts
Installation
- Open the doors of your car.
- Thoroughly clean the rivet nuts and the roof where the clamps and feet for the load carriers will make contact with the paintwork to avoid any potential paintwork damage.
- Position the load carriers according to the markings on the mounting clamps. The markings indicate the correct placement of the carriers:
- LF = left front
- RF = right front
- LR = left rear
- RR = right rear
- Ensure that the load carrier’s foot is properly positioned to match the curvature of the roof edge. If it is not in full contact with the top side of the roof, you can adjust the foot by undoing the bolts on the lower side of the load carrier and moving it along the contour.
- Make sure that the pin is located in the rivet nut.
- Tighten the bolts on the clamp brackets, ensuring that you tighten the corresponding bolt on the other side.
- Use a torque wrench to tighten the bolts to a torque of 5 Nm.
Product Usage
When using the load carriers, please keep the following safety instructions in mind:
- Do not exceed the maximum permitted roof load and total weight for your car. Refer to the owner’s manual for your car for specific weight limits.
- Distribute the load evenly over the loading surface and secure it properly to prevent it from coming loose during transportation.
- Regularly check that the load is secure and test drive a short distance to ensure that all bolted joints and brackets are properly secured. If necessary, re-tighten to the prescribed torque. Check at regular intervals.
- Be aware that adding a load on the roof may change the car’s driving characteristics and crosswind sensitivity. Adjust your speed accordingly, not exceeding the recommended speed limits.
- For the safety of other road users and to save energy, remove the load carriers when they are not in use.
Safety Instructions
For your safety and the safety of others, please follow these instructions:
- Read and understand all instructions before installing and using the load carriers.
- Only use the load carriers for their intended purpose and within their specified weight limits.
- Ensure that all connections and fasteners are properly tightened before each use.
- Regularly inspect the load carriers for any signs of wear or damage. If any issues are found, discontinue use and contact the manufacturer for assistance.
FAQ
Q: Can I use the load carriers on a car with roof rails?
- A: No, these load carriers are specifically designed for cars without rails. If your car has roof rails, you will need a different type of load carrier.
Q: How do I calculate the maximum roof load?
- A: The maximum roof load should be calculated as the combined unladen weight of the load carrier, accessories, and the load itself. Refer to your car’s owner’s manual for specific guidelines.
Q: Can I exceed the recommended speed limits when using the load carriers?
- A: No, it is important to always follow applicable speed limits and other traffic laws when using the load carriers. Additionally, be aware that adding a load on the roof may change the car’s driving characteristics and crosswind sensitivity, so adjust your speed accordingly.
The specifications, constructional data, and illustrations contained in this publication are not binding. We reserve the right to make alterations without prior notification.
LOAD CARRIER FOR CARS WITHOUT RAILS
Introduction
Follow the instructions carefully when installing the load carriers.
NOTE
- Read the safety instructions at the end of this manual.
- Installing the load carriers’ Kit contents
Positioning the load carriers
Open the doors
- Locate the mounting points for the load carriers in the door frames.
- The mounting points consist of a rivet nut that is countersunk into the door frames.
IMPORTANT
- To avoid paintwork damage: Thoroughly clean the rivet nuts and the roof where the clamps and feet for the load carriers will make contact with the paintwork.
- Loosen the cover on the load carriers by turning the locking key 90° anticlockwise, and then carefully loosen the cover.
- Remove the cover.
- To install the correct carrier in the correct place, refer to the marking on the mounting clamp which is located under the cover.
The mounting clamps are marked:
- LF = left front
- RF = right front
- LR = left rear
- RR = right rear
- Undo the bolts slightly on both sides of the load carrier’s clamp bracket.
- Pull the clamp bracket out and fold it up.
LOAD CARRIER FOR CARS WITHOUT RAILS
- Position one of the load carrier’s feet (1) at the edge of the roof, so that the pin (2) on the clamp is in line with the rivet nut (3) in the door frame.
- Carefully lower the other load carrier foot to the edge of the roof on the other side.
- Check that the contour of the load carrier’s foot is placed in full contact with the roof edge. It has to match the curvature of the top side of the roof.
IMPORTANT
- Be careful not to damage the car’s paintwork.
LOAD CARRIER FOR CARS WITHOUT RAILS
NOTE
- Make sure that the load carrier’s foot is properly positioned to match the curvature of the roof edge. If it isn’t in full contact with the top side of the roof, then it’s possible to undo the bolts on the lower side of the load carrier.
- You can then adjust the foot several millimeters to fit along the contour.
- Make sure that the pin is located in the rivet nut.
- When you tighten a bolt on the clamp bracket, tighten the corresponding bolt on the other side.
Tightening torque is 5 Nm
- Reinstall the covers on the load carrier clamps and turn the lock key (1) 90° clockwise.
When using a T-groove kit
Safety instructions
NOTE
- The maximum permitted roof load and total weight for the car must not be exceeded (see the owner’s manual for the car).
- The maximum roof load should be calculated as the combined unladen weight of the load carrier, accessories, and the load.
- Distribute the load evenly over the loading surface, with as low a center of gravity as possible, and secure it so that it cannot come loose.
- Regularly check that the load is secure. Test drive a short distance so that you can check that bolted joints and brackets are secured. If necessary re-tighten to the prescribed torque. Check at regular intervals.
- The car’s driving characteristics and crosswind sensitivity are changed by a load on the roof. Adjust speed according to vehicle load (max. 130 km/h / 80 mph). Always follow applicable speed limits and other traffic laws.
- For the safety of other road users and to save energy, remove the load carriers when not in use.
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