1997 Chevrolet Blazer Owner's Manual - Page 116

Luggage Carrier (If Equipped) A CAUTION: If you try to carrysomething on top of your vehicle that is longer or wider than theluggage carrier like paneling, plywood, a mattress, and so forth the wind can catch it you drive as along. This can cause to lose control. What you you are carryingcould be violently torn off, and this could cause you or other drivers have a to collision, and of course damage yourvehicle. You may be able to carry something like this inside. But, never carry something longeror wider than the luggage carrier on top of your vehicle. The luggage carrierhas slats, side rails and crossrails attached to the roof to secure cargo. The moveable tie downs, attached to the side rails, should be used to secure loadsto the luggage carrier. Use GM accessory racks that are compatible with your luggage carrier for transporting sports equipment. These are available through your GM dealer. --- 2-59