Tighten straps using ratchet
handle with an up and down mo-
tion. Be careful of the amount of
force used. Do not overtighten.
Place feet fl ush against the vehicle trunk (Note: Be careful of plastic surfaces,
rear windshield wipers or other trim). The upper foot may rest on glass on SUV
or hatchback style vehicles.
Pull back on the yellow lock to
release upper hook belts. (Note:
Ratchet handle must be in the
down postion to release)
Pull out belt to desired length and attach
upper hook belts to the hinge line of the
vehicle. Repeat for both straps. (Note:
Upper Hook attachment must be to a
supported hinge line - NEVER hook to
glass, unsupported plastic, or roof rack.
4. Top Strap Placement
5. Top Hook Attachment
6a. Trunk/Hatch Feet Placement
7. Finger Tighten Ratchet
On vehicles with a curved hinge line,
make sure upper hooks will not slide
after tightening ratchet. Straps may angle
inward slightly.
Rack is secure when straps are tight and
bottom hooks are engaged properly as
shown. Ensure that lower hook contacts
only the bottom edge of trunk lip. Verti-
cal portion of hook should not contact
vehicle. This may require moving position
of ratchet. (See steps 1&2)
8. Correct Lower Hook Placement
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Note: For safety and security, lock both
ratchet assemblies to secure rack to
vehicle as shown.
9. Security Lock
Place the bottom hooks under the trunk lip
of the vehicle. (Some vehicles will require
an open trunk.)
3. Bottom Hook Placement
6b. Trunk/Hatch Feet Placement
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