KIA Sportage 2005 - Manual (Page 122)

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Knowing your vehicle
If the vehicle has a roof rack, you can
load things on top of your vehicle.
Crossrails and fixing components to
adapt the roof rack on your vehicle
may be obtained from an authorized
Kia dealer.
ROOF RACK (IF EQUIPPED)
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CAUTION
• In case the sunroof is
equipped, do not position roof
rack loads that could interfere
with opening of the sunroof.
• The following specification is
maximum weight when load-
ing cargo or luggage.
• Loading cargo or luggage
above specification on the
roof rack may damage your
vehicle.
When you carry large objects,
never let them hang over the
rear or the sides of your vehi-
cle.
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ROOF 45kg (100 lbs.)
RACK EVENLY DISTRIBUTED
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• To prevent damage or loss of
cargo as you are driving,
check frequently to make sure
the luggage carrier and cargo
are still securely fastened.
• Always drive your vehicle at a
moderate speed.
• Loading cargo or luggage
over specification on the roof
rack may damage stability of
your vehicle.
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