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MAINTENANCE
Use non-water soluble lubricant on moving
metal parts. Use a soft cloth with water and
mild detergent to clean rubber parts.
Pin must be in place before loading
bikes or moving vehicle!
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE OR
REPLACEMENT PARTS:
Contact your dealer or call
(888) 925-4621 or (707) 826-8000
Monday through Friday
7:00 am to 5:00 pm PST
LIMITED WARRANTY Yakima Products (“Yakima”) will repair or replace merchandise which proves defective in materials and/or workmanship. The limited warranty is effective
for three years from the date of purchase. The limited warranty is applicable only if the Fit List and instructions are followed and the products are used properly. If a customer
believes that a Yakima product is defective, the customer must return it to an authorized Yakima dealer with proof of purchase. Yakima will then issue authorization to the dealer
for the return of these products. If an article is found to be defective upon inspection by Yakima, Yakima will repair or replace the defective article at its discretion without charge.
The customer will pay freight to Yakima, and Yakima will pay any applicable return freight. Unauthorized returns will not be accepted. Normal wear and tear of Yakima products
or damage resulting from misuse, accidents, or alterations are not covered by this Limited Warranty.The purchaser acknowledges that Yakima has no control over the attachment
of its products to vehicles or the attachment of items to the Yakima products. Accordingly, Yakima cannot assume responsibility for any damage to any property arising out of the
improper attachment or use of its products. In addition, this Limited Warranty applies only to Yakima products and not to other products used in conjunction with Yakima products.
This Limited Warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied, and does not cover consequential damages of any kind that may arise from the use or misuse of any
Yakima product.
K E E P T H E S E I N S T R U C T I O N S !
WARNING
Attachment hardware can loosen over time.
Check before each use, and tighten if necessary.
Failure to perform safety checks can result in
property damage, personal injury, or death.
PERFORM SAFETY CHECKS
IF YOUR VEHICLE HAS A
REAR HATCH:
On some vehicles, hatch
interference is unavoidable.
Use caution when opening
your hatch.
• Safety pin and wire-lock must be in place while carrier is installed.
• Be sure the straps are hooked securely over the bike frames
• Replace straps if cracked or worn.
• Be sure all hardware is secured according to instructions.
• Do not let bicycle tires hang near vehicle’s hot exhaust.
— USE —
• Off-road driving is not recommended and
could result in damage to your vehicle,
hitch receiver, or your bikes.
• Do not transport bicycles with attached
baby seats, panniers, wheel covers, full
bike covers or motors.
• Not intended for tandem, or recumbent bikes.
— INSTALLATION —
• Do not install if spare tire causes
interference.
• Do not install on trailers, campers, or
mobile homes.
• Remove this rack before entering an
automatic car wash, and when not in use.
IMPORTANT LOAD LIMITS
KingPin 2:
HITCH LOAD IS LIMITED TO 2 BIKES (MAXIMUM 90 LBS.)
KingPin 4:
HITCH LOAD IS LIMITED TO 4 BIKES (MAXIMUM 120 LBS.)
KingPin 5:
HITCH LOAD IS LIMITED TO 5 BIKES (MAXIMUM 150 LBS.)
This product is designed for a 2" hitch receiver, Class II or greater.
Some undersized receivers may not accept this product.
If you do not know the capabilities of your hitch receiver, consult an automotive professional.