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Luggage Carrier
If you have the luggage carrier, you can load
things on top of your vehicle.
The luggage carrier has siderails attached to the
roof and crossrails, if equipped, which can be
moved back and forth to help secure cargo.
To adjust, turn the knob located at each end of
the crossrail counter clockwise until the crossrail
can move freely. To secure the crossrail, turn
the knob located at the end of the crossrail
clockwise until tightened. Tie the load to the
siderails or siderail supports.
Notice: Loading cargo on the luggage carrier
that weighs more than 200 lbs (91 kg) or hangs
over the rear or sides of the vehicle may
damage your vehicle. Load cargo so that it rests
as far forward as possible and against the side
rails, making sure to fasten it securely.
Do not exceed the maximum vehicle capacity
when loading your vehicle. For more information
on vehicle capacity and loading, see Loading
Your Vehicle on page 366.
To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you
are leaving, check now and then to make sure
the luggage and cargo are still securely fastened.
Be sure the cargo is properly loaded.
• If small heavy objects are placed on the roof,
place the load in the area over the rear wheels
(behind the rear side door on extended
models). If you need to, cut a piece of 3/8 inch
plywood to fit inside the crossrails and siderails
to spread the load. If plywood is used, tie it to
the siderail supports.
• Tie the load to the crossrails or the siderail
supports. Use the crossrails only to keep the
load from sliding. To move the crossrails, pull
out on the latch release handle at each end.
Slide the crossrail to the desired position
balancing the force side to side. Push the
release handle back into the latched position
and slide the crossrail back and forth slightly to
be sure the latch snaps securely into place.
• If you need to carry long items, move the
crossrails as far apart as they will go. Tie the
load to the crossrails and the siderails or
siderail supports. Also tie the load to the
bumpers. Do not tie the load so tightly that
the crossrails or siderails are damaged.
• After moving a crossrail, be sure it is securely
locked into the siderail.
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