2009 Nissan Xterra Owner's Manual - Page 119

WARNING ● Drive extra carefully when the vehicle is loaded at or near the cargo carrying capacity, especially if the significant portion of that load is carried on the roof rack. ● Heavy loading of the roof rack has the potential to affect the vehicle stability and handling during sudden or abnormal handling maneuvers. ● Roof rack load should be evenly distributed. ● Do not exceed maximum roof rack load weight capacity. ● Properly secure all cargo with ropes or straps to help prevent it from sliding or shifting. In a sudden stop or collision, unsecured cargo could cause personal injury. Always evenly distribute the cargo on the roof rack. The maximum total load including the gear basket is 150 lb (68 kg) evenly distributed. The maximum total load for the gear basket is 30 lb (13 kg) evenly distributed. Be careful that your vehicle does not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or the Gross Axle Weight Ratings (GAWR front and rear). The GVWR and GAWR are located on the F.M.V.S.S. label (located on the driver's side door jamb pillar). For more information regarding GVWR and GAWR, refer to "Vehicle loading information" in the "Technical and consumer information" section later in this manual. The crossbars can be adjusted or removed. Use the Torxdriver provided in the tool kit (located under the 2nd row seats) to loosen both crossbar adjusting screws. To adjust: 1. Loosen the adjusting screws with the Torxdriver 1 by turning counterclockwise A. 2. When the clamp is loosened, move the crossbar so the cargo can be positioned on the crossbar B . 3. Tighten the crossbar adjusting screws with the Torxdriver by turning clockwise. 4. Secure the cargo with rope. 5. Always check the tightness of the crossbar adjusting screws. To remove: 1. Loosen the adjusting screws with the Torxdriver 1 by turning counterclockwise A. 2. Rotate the clamps C . 3. Remove the crossbar. 4. Reverse to install. 5. Always check the tightness of the crossbar adjusting screws. CAUTION Use care when placing or removing items from the roof rack. If you cannot comfortably lift the items onto the roof rack from the ground, use a ladder or stool. Instruments and controls 2-43