1997 GMC Jimmy Owner's Manual - Page 121

You can adjust thecrossrails to handle different sized laads. Just loosen the slider knobs at tach end af the crossrail and move them to where you want them Make sure both sidesof the crossrail are even, then tighten the slider knobs. Be m e the cargo is properly loaded. Follow these guidelines: Carrying small,heavy loads on the roof is not recommended. 0 Remove the center rubber strips the crossrails and in attach theGM accessory rack to the nut plates provided through the center slots (four per crossrail). The tap plates can be moved to accommodate various positions by sliding them inside the crossrail to the desired locations before mounting the accessory rack. Tie the load to the moveabletie down (two per each side of the side rails). Use the crossrails only to keep the load from sliding. If you need to carry long items, move the crossrails as far apart as possible. Tie the loadto the moveable tie downs providedin the side rails. Alsotie the load to the bumpers. Do not tie the load so tightly that the crossrails or side rails are damaged. 2-60