2008 Subaru Tribeca Owner's Manual - Page 284
2008 Subaru Tribeca Manual
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8-16 Driving tips Rear crossbar: NOTE Before each use of the roof crossbar, make sure the four T-30 crossbar clamp screws have been checked, and retightened if necessary to 35 lbf·in (4.0 N·m, 0.41 kgf·m), as outlined in Step #5 above. & Roof molding and crossbar (if equipped) 6. Adjust the alignment of the crossbar on the roof rails, and if available, use a T30 torx® bit and torque wrench and tighten the T-30 torx® head screws to 30 to 35 lbf·in (3.4 to 4.0 N·m, 0.35 to 0.41 kgf·m) of torque (or tighten securely with the torx® wrench provided). 1) 2 in (50 mm) Install the rear crossbar so that the crossbar end supports are located approximately 2 in (50 mm) forward from the joints between the roof rails and the rear roof rail supports. Install the rear crossbar in the same manner as the front crossbar. CAUTION Do not carry cargo on the roof when the crossbars are removed. Luggage on the roof will be thrown forward or backward in sudden stops or rapid accelerations, resulting in a dangerous road hazard. CAUTION . For cargo carrying purposes, the roof molding must be used together with a roof crossbar kit and the appropriate carrying attachment. Otherwise, damage to the roof or paint or a dangerous