2001 Toyota Highlander Owners Manual - Page 174

'01 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0106) Follow the manufacture's instructions and precautions when installing the attachments or their equivalent. D If driving for a long distance, on rough roads, or at high speeds, stop the vehicle now and then during the trip to make sure the cargo remains in its place. CAUTION When you load cargo on the roof luggage carrier, observe the following: D Do not exceed 45 kg (100 lb.) cargo weight on the roof luggage carrier. D Place the cargo so that its weight is distributed evenly between the front and rear axles. NOTICE When loading the luggages, be careful not to scratch the surface of the moon roof. D If loading long or wide cargo, never 3. In order to fix the cross rails to the appropriate length, turn the upper knobs clockwise after tightening all of the side knobs. exceed the vehicle overall length or width. (See "Dimensions and weight" on page 274 in Section 8 for information on your vehicle overall length and width.) D Before driving, make sure the cargo CAUTION Make sure the cross rails are fixed securely by pushing forward and rearward them. Failure to do so may cause an unexpected accident or severe injury in the event of emergency braking or a collision. is securely fastened on the roof luggage carrier. D Loading cargo on the roof luggage carrier will make the center of the vehicle gravity higher. Avoid high speeds, sudden starts, sharp turns, sudden braking or abrupt maneuvers, otherwise it may result in loss of control or vehicle rollover due to failure to operate this vehicle correctly. 2001 MY HIGHLANDER_U (OM48432U) 174