2005 Dodge Caravan Owner's Manual - Page 191

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 Distribute cargo weight evenly on the roof rack crossbars. The roof rack does not increase the total load carrying capacity of the vehicle. Be sure the total load of cargo inside the vehicle plus that on the external rack does not exceed the maximum vehicle load capacity. To move the cross bars, loosen the thumb screws located at the upper edge of each cross bar approximately six turns, then move the cross bar to the desired position, keeping the crossbars parallel to the rack frame. Once the cross bar is in place, retighten the thumb screws to lock the cross bar into position. Attempt to move the crossbar again to ensure that it has properly locked into position. NOTE: To help control wind noise when installing the cross bars make sure that the arrows marked on the front side of the cross bars are facing the front of the vehicle. Also, when the cross bars are not in use the notch on the cross bars should be aligned with the arrows on the side rails. This will help reduce the amount of wind noise when the crossbars are not in use. The tie down holes on the cross bar ends should always be used to tie down the load. Check the straps frequently to be sure that the load remains securely attached. 3