Dodge 2008 Sprinter - Manual (Page 288)

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Transporting
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Only install roof racks that have been
approved or recommended for Sprinter
vehicles. These are available in any
au-
thorized Sprinter Dealer.
Observe the instructions in the “Opera-
tion” section (
୴ page 303).
Warning (Continued)
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Observe the maximum roof loads
(
୴ page 630), the maximum axle load
and the maximum load-bearing capacity
of the roof rack.
! CAUTION
Make sure that:
the securing bolts for the roof
rack are tightened to a torque of
6.0 – 7.4 lb-ft (8 – 10 Nm) in the slid-
ing blocks provided
the bolts do not make contact with
the rails when tightened
the sliding blocks are not positioned
near the plastic caps
the sliding blocks have the correct
cross-section
the securing rails are free of dirt on
the inside
the securing bolts are retightened
evenly after approximately 300 miles
(500 km)
This will help to avoid damage to the
vehicle. ! CAUTION
If you wish to retrofit securing rails,
have them installed at a qualified
specialist workshop which has the
necessary specialist knowledge and
tools to carry out the work required.
You could otherwise damage the ve-
hicle.
The manufacturer recommends that
you use an authorized Sprinter Deal-
er for this purpose.
Trailer towing
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