2008 Ford Explorer Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 150
2008 Ford Explorer Manual
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Driver Controls Make sure the liftgate door and/or window are closed to prevent exhaust fumes from being drawn into the vehicle. This will also reduce the risk of passengers and cargo falling out. LUGGAGE RACK ЉYour vehicle is equipped with a roof rack for transporting items on the exterior of the vehicle. The maximum recommended load to be carried on the roof rack is 100 lb (45 kg), evenly distributed. The crossbars (if equipped) can be adjusted by using the thumbwheels at each end. Use the tie-down loops on the thumbwheels to secure load. To adjust cross-bar position (if equipped): 1. Loosen the thumbwheel at both ends of the cross-bar (both cross-bars are adjustable). 2. Slide the cross-bar to the desired location. 3. Firmly retighten the thumbwheel at both ends of the cross-bar. Be sure to check that the thumbwheels are tight each time load is added or removed from the roof rack, and periodically while traveling. Always ensure that the load is secure before traveling. Ford Motor Company recommends loading the roof rack only when equipped with (optional) crossbars, to avoid unintended damage to the roof panel. Note: When the cross-bars are not in use, they can either be removed or adjusted so that the rear crossbar is fully rearward, and the front crossbar is 10 inches from the front end-cap to decrease wind noise. 150