Jeep GRAND CHEROKEE L 2021, Owner'S Manual

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88 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
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Distribute cargo weight evenly on the roof rack
crossbars. The roof rack does not increase the
total load carrying capacity of the vehicle. Be sure
the total load of cargo inside the vehicle plus that
on the external rack does not exceed the maximum
vehicle load capacity. Place one crossbar in the
forward position. Place the rear crossbar in one of
the two rear optional positions based on the load
being secured.
To move the crossbars, loosen the attachments,
located at the upper edge of each crossbar,
approximately eight turns using the anti-theft
wrench provided with the Mopar® crossbars.
Then, move the crossbar to the desired position,
keeping the crossbars parallel to the rack frame.
Once the crossbar is in the desired position,
re-tighten with the wrench to lock the crossbar into
position.
NOTE:
If any cargo (or any metallic object) is placed over
the satellite radio antenna (if equipped), you may
experience interruption of satellite radio reception.
For improved satellite radio reception, place the
rear crossbar in the forward of the two rear
crossbar positions.
WARNING!
Cargo must be securely tied down before driving
your vehicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off
the vehicle, particularly at high speeds, resulting
in personal injury or property damage. Follow
the roof rack cautions when carrying cargo on
your roof rack.
CAUTION!

To prevent damage to the roof of your vehicle,
do not carry any loads on the roof rack without
the crossbars installed. The load should be
secured and placed on top of the crossbars,
not directly on the roof. If it is necessary to
place the load on the roof, place a blanket or
some other protection between the load and
the roof surface.

To avoid damage to the roof rack and vehicle,
do not exceed the maximum roof rack load
capacity of 150 lb (68 kg). Always distribute
heavy loads as evenly as possible and secure
the load appropriately.

Long loads which extend over the windshield,
such as wood panels or surfboards, or loads
with large frontal area should be secured to
both the front and rear of the vehicle.

Travel at reduced speeds and turn corners
carefully when carrying large or heavy loads
on the roof rack. Wind forces, due to natural
causes or nearby truck traffic, can add sudden
upward lift to a load. This is especially true on
large flat loads and may result in damage to
the cargo or your vehicle.

The use of vehicle systems that would adjust
the ride heights (such as Select-Terrain modes
Rock or Mud) is not recommended when using
the Roof Luggage Rack to carry a load.
CAUTION!
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