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08L20-TAI-2000-91
VERSION 1
Publications No.
Issue Date
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
Accessory Application
ROOF BOX (SHORT)
2018 MDX
SEP 2017
PARTS LIST
Roof box
4 Brackets A
4 Brackets B
9 Plates
4 Knobs
8 Bolts
8 Washers
2 Straps
Seal
2 Keys
4 Large pads
4 Small pads
TOOLS AND SUPPLIES REQUIRED
Isopropyl alcohol
Shop towel
INSTALLATION
NOTE:
• Be careful not to damage the finished surfaces of the
body when installing the roof box.
• An Acura roof rack is required to install the roof box.
• The maximum load capacity for roof racks vary from
model to model. Check the vehicle owner’s manual, the
roof rack installation instructions, or the load label on
the rack for the roof rack load capacity.
• The maximum load capacity for the roof box is 110lb
(50kg): approximate roof box weight is 29lb (13kg).
• Do not allow the combined weight of the roof box and
cargo to exceed the carrying capacity of the roof rack.
1. With the help of an assistant, carefully place the box
on the crossbars. Open the tailgate to make sure the
box will not interfere with the tailgate when it is open.
2802030M
ROOF BOX
TAILGATE
CROSSBARS
Check that the box
is not interfering
with the tailgate.
P/N 08L20-TAI-200