Yakima KingJoe 3 User Manual

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IMPORTANT WARNING
IT IS CRITICAL THAT ALL YAKIMA RACKS AND ACCESSORIES BE PROPERLY AND SECURELY ATTACHED TO YOUR VEHICLE. IMPROPER ATTACHMENT COULD RESULT
IN AN AUTOMOBILE ACCIDENT, AND COULD CAUSE SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR DEATH TO YOU OR TO OTHERS. YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR SECURING THE
RACKS AND ACCESSORIES TO YOUR CAR, CHECKING THE ATTACHMENTS PRIOR TO USE, AND PERIODICALLY INSPECTING THE PRODUCTS FOR ADJUSTMENT,
WEAR, AND DAMAGE. THEREFORE, YOU MUST READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL OF THE INSTRUCTIONS AND CAUTIONS SUPPLIED WITH YOUR YAKIMA PRODUCT
PRIOR TO INSTALLATION OR USE. IF YOU DO NOT UNDERSTAND ALL OF THE INSTRUCTIONS AND CAUTIONS, OR IF YOU HAVE NO MECHANICAL EXPERIENCE AND
ARE NOT THOROUGHLY FAMILIAR WITH THE INSTALLATION PROCEDURES, YOU SHOULD HAVE THE PRODUCT INSTALLED BY A PROFESSIONAL INSTALLER SUCH
AS A QUALIFIED GARAGE OR AUTO BODY SHOP.
KingJoe 2
Maximum load is 2 bikes
(60 lbs./27kg total)
KingJoe 3
Maximum load is 3 bikes (90 lbs./41kg total)
The use of Glass Hatch Hooks with Upper
straps will limit the load to 2 bikes only.
BEFORE DRIVING
AWAY:
READ CAUTIONS AND
WARNINGS AT END
OF INSTRUCTIONS.
EXTRA
WHEEL STRAP
UPPER
STRAPS
SIDE
STRAPS
HUB
LOWER
STRAPS
BIKE
STRAPS
STABILIZER
CRADLE
CRADLE
LOWER
FRAME
HUB—
(RED TRIGGER)
LOWER
HOOKS
UPPER
FRAME
LOAD
ARMS
SIDE
HOOKS
UPPER
HOOKS
GLASS HATCH
HOOKS
for glass
or plastic hatch
or trunk edge.
KINGJOE 2&3

Yakima KingJoe 3 Specifications

General

Brand	Yakima
Model	KingJoe 3
Category	Automobile Accessories
Language	English

Summary

Loading and Securing Bikes

Extend Load Arms

Extend load arms to just above horizontal by pulling and turning red triggers on inner hubs.

Load Heaviest Bike First

Load the heaviest bike first, with chain away from the vehicle, using cradles closest to the car.

Secure Bike Straps and Wheels

Attach rubber straps diagonally over bike frame and seat tube. Secure the front wheel with an extra strap.

Final Strap Tightening

Pre-Drive Checks

Before driving away, read all warnings, check strap tension, and ensure carrier and bikes are secure.

Important Warnings and Maintenance

Load Limits and Restrictions

Adhere to weight limits (60 lbs for KingJoe2, 90 lbs for KingJoe3) and avoid heavy, tandem, or recumbent bikes.

General Safety and Driving Warnings

Always tighten straps, check tension periodically, never drive off-road, avoid exhaust, and do not open hatch.

Vehicle-Specific Cautions