1030405C-1/3
Bolt Top Loader
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.
1. Using the bracket as a template, mark the center
of the bracket holes with a marker. Center punch at
these locations.
2. Using an 1/8" drill bit, drill pilot holes through your
center punch marks. Remove all debris from the roof.
3. Using a 5/16" drill bit, drill larger holes through the
pilot holes. Remove all debris from the roof.
4. Install bracket, pad and hardware in the order shown
above. Use silicone to seal around bolt holes.
Warning About Silicone:
DIRECT CONTACT OF UNCURED SEALANT IRRITATES EYES AND MAY IRRITATE SKIN. OVEREXPOSURE TO VAPOR MAY IRRITATE
EYES, NOSE AND THROAT. Avoid eye and skin contact. Use with adequate ventilation. Do not handle contact lenses with sealant
on hands. IN CASE OF EYE CONTACT, flush eyes with water for 15 minutes. Obtain medical attention. IN CASE OF SKIN CONTACT,
remove from skin and flush with water. Sealant releases acetic acid (vinegar-like odor) during cure.
Installation
Contents
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4 Carriage Bolts
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4 Nylon Washers
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4 Nyloc Nuts
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4 Washer
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2 Brackets
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2 Neoprene pads
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1/2oz. Silicone
TOOLS REQUIRED
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Electric drill with 5/16" diameter bit
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1/2" wrench
HINT: Coat the bare metal around the edge of the drilled
holes with fingernail polish or touch-up paint to prevent
rust in these areas.
GENERAL GUIDELINES:
These brackets are packaged in pairs, since many applications involve using 1/2 of a Yakima
Tower without brackets at the front of the vehicle and a pair of brackets at the rear.The rear crossbar may be higher than the
front crossbar and this will work just fine. If you object to the appearance of a carrier mounted in this fashion, purchase two
pair of Bolt Top Loaders and mount all four brackets to the roof of the vehicle. Do not mount these brackets in the double-
walled portion of fiberglass tops. Use the single-walled areas near the top.
Load limits are governed by roof strength--not
rack, bracket, or PlusNut™ strength.
Some roof deflection will occur with any significant load. The degree and permanency
of deflection will depend on load size and weight. A load of skis or 2 bicycles can be carried on a highway without damage
to the vehicle roof. Serious off highway driving may cause permanent deflection in roof. Refer to our Bracket Sheets, your
auto dealer or a qualified body shop to determine the optimum placement of brackets and recommended load limits based
on the roof strength of your particular vehicle. Remember, when mounting brackets, space the carrier crossbars the correct
distance apart to accommodate any Yakima accessories you may want to use.
roof
pad
bracket
See rack instructions for Yakima's limited lifetime warranty.
Part #1030405 Rev.C
