Tighten Roof Pivot Bolts

If in doubt consult the manufacturer s information.

Tighten roof pivot bolts.

Naturally every frame is different and there are various axle systems however the principles are still the same. 2 install the second wafer head screw and tighten it. Be sure to use a torque wrench and tighten to the manufacturer s specification see illustration. Go back and tighten the bolts in steps 7 8 to 30 foot pounds.

Assemble the m10 x 20mm bolts shake proof washer and channel nut as per the diagram and ensure that the channel nuts are loose. Overtightening can cause damage to the pivots. Insert provided barrel nuts into the holes of the roof rack clamp and position roof rack clamps underneath crossbars. Connect the barrel nuts and carriage bolts tightening by hand and then with silver security wrench.

Assemble the bush and spindle onto the bracket fit the flat washer and screw on the nyloc nut and tighten. National hardware 3 8 in x 6 in zinc plated steel plain eye bolt. Fitting the pivot roller to the longitudinal bars. Loosen the screws which retain the main pivot bracket to its support.

Position carriage bolts so they sit evenly spaced on vehicles cross bars. 1 install the first m6 x 15 7 mm wafer head screw with the blue thread lock and tighten it to ensure that the part does not move when the awl is removed. Slide all four carriage bolts into bottom slot of roof tray. G use an awl to center the bracket hole below the access hole in the roof rail.

Item 64230 model n221 499. Blue thread lock is needed to ensure the pivot bolts don t loosen over time and you will need a torque wrench to tighten all bolts axles to the correct specification.