rear carrier system could slip due to the
shape of the ball neck.
NOTICE
Considerable vehicle damage could occur if
the maximum permitted payload
specified
in the manufacturer’s assembly instruc-
tions or the overhang is exceeded.
·
Never exceed the values stated in the in-
stallation instructions.
Remove all add-on parts from the rear
carrier system before a trip if possible.
This includes, for example, bicycle bags
and baskets, child seats or batteries. This
helps improve the rear carrier system's
wind load and centre of gravity.
Roof load carrier
Introduction
Depending on the model, the vehicle may
be designed for
fitting
a roof load carrier.
Roof load carriers can be used to transport
bulky items on the roof of the vehicle.
Please contact a
qualified
workshop if you
are unsure whether a roof load carrier can
be
fitted
to your vehicle.
It is recommended to use genuine Ford
parts, which are available from an author-
ised dealer.
Do not use or
retrofit
a roof load carrier if
the vehicle is
not
approved for use with
a roof load carrier.
Roof carriers
cannot
be
fitted
on vehicles
that also have additional lighting
factory-
fitted
on the vehicle roof.
WARNING
When transporting heavy or bulky objects
on the roof load carrier, the way the vehi-
cle handles will change due to a
shift
in
the centre of gravity and increased sus-
ceptibility to crosswinds.
·
Always secure loads properly using
suitable and undamaged lashing, re-
taining or securing straps.
·
Cargo that is large, heavy, bulky, long or
flat
will have a negative
effect
on the
vehicle aerodynamics, centre of gravity
and overall handling.
·
Avoid abrupt and sudden driving and
braking manoeuvres.
·
Ensure that your speed and driving style
are always appropriate for the current
visibility, weather and
road/traffic
con-
ditions.
WARNING
Fitting a roof load carrier that has not
been approved for the vehicle or
fitting
a roof load carrier to a vehicle that is
not
approved for use with a roof load carrier
can cause accidents and injuries.
·
Use only roof load carriers that have
been approved for the vehicle.
·
Never
fit
a roof load carrier on a vehicle
that has not been approved for use
with a roof load carrier.
·
If you
fit
a roof load carrier to such vehi-
cles, it may work loose whilst the vehi-
cle is in motion and fall
off
the vehicle
roof.
NOTICE
Securing a roof load carrier of any kind to
a vehicle that is not approved for use with
a roof load carrier can seriously damage
the vehicle.
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