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Low 2 Bike Carrier
Fitting Instructions

Please follow instructions carefully to ensure the safety of yourself and other road users.
The initial assembly and fitting of this carrier will take approximately 20 minutes.
Before you begin:

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Make sure all parts are included in the package.

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Ensure that the vehicle boot lid/rear bumper are free from dirt and grime.

Kit Contents

Special Fitting Instructions

For use when fitting rear cycle carriers
to the Renault Laguna 5dr. Hatch

Due to the rubber moulding running around
the edge of the rear window, mounting of the
top straps along the top edge of the rear
window can cause deformation and eventually
damage to the moulding.

To eliminate this we advise mounting the
carrier top straps as detailed in this
special instruction.

Feed the top straps through the tailgate
hinges as shown (one strap each side),
leaving the glass anchor tube hanging freely
inside (Fig 15). Carefully close hatch and then
pull free ends of straps trapping anchor tubes
against the interior trim. (Fig 16).
Attach both straps to cycle carrier and refer to
the cycle carrier instructions for all
remaining fitting instructions.

Note: The manufacturer operates a policy of continuous
development, and reserves the right to alter specifications

without notice

In the event of fitting difficulties, telephone our
helpline on 01525 850800.

Halfords Ltd. Washford Redditch B98 ODE

Made in the UK

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Avoid any vehicle bodywork of insufficient

strength, trim and items such as aerofoils or
spoilers.

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IMPORTANT! Carrier straps must always be

re-tightened after cycles have been mounted to
the carrier. Straps should be checked routinely
for signs of wear and abrasion, and any worn
straps must be replaced immediately.

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After driving for a few miles STOP and check

that all straps are secure and tight. If
necessary, tighten the straps and tidy away any
loose ends. This must be repeated at suitable
intervals depending on the nature of the road.

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Do not exceed 30kg maximum load

(2 adult cycles).

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To ensure full compliance with the road

traffic regulations, the use of lighting board/
number plate is required if your vehicle’s
existing lighting/number plates are obscured
by the use of the carrier.

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Drive with care, the handling characteristics

of your vehicle will be affected when carrying
cycles, (e.g. cornering, braking, side winds etc).

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Retain these instructions for future

reference, ensure that any other users of the
cycle carrier are familiar with their contents.

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The carrier may obstruct the rear window

wiper of your vehicle. DO NOT operate the
wiper with the carrier fitted.

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When positioning cycles on the carrier

ensure that they do not project beyond the
profile of the vehicle and that no part of any
cycle can touch the paintwork.

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The use of rear mounted cycle carriers may

be restricted in certain countries outside the
UK. Always check with the relevant national
tourist authorities prior to commencing
your journey.

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Use cloth or foam padding to prevent

abrasion damage occurring between the frames
of your cycles, or from contact between the
cycles and the cycle carrier. Halfords foam pad
cycle protectors are available.

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Care must be taken when positioning and

loading the cycle carrier to avoid placing cycle
tyres near the exhaust, and to ensure that a
satisfactory ground clearance is maintained
between the cycles and the road. Extra care
should be taken when negotiating rough road
surfaces, humps and ferry ramps.

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All lengths are approximate.

Special Recommendations

See rear of these instructions for non suitable vehicle fitments

It is recommended that conventional rear mount carriers are not fitted to the following vehicles.

Sports cars

Due to insufficient strength of lightweight or composite panels,
and unsuitable body curvature.

Cabriolets

Due to fixing points being impeded by hood mechanisms,
and reduced space on rear of vehicle.

Split tailgate

Due to insufficient strength of hinges, and difficulty to fit carriers correctly.

Side opening

Due to insufficient strength of hinges, and difficulty to fit carriers correctly.

tailgate

In most cases an alternative carrying solution can be recommended, such as a roof or tow ball
mounted carriers. The table below lists some examples of non-recommended fits with some
alternative solutions for carrying cycles (correct at time of printing).

Audi A2
Audi A4
Audi TT
BMW 3 Series (E36)
Citroen AX
Fiat Coupe
Ford Probe
Ford Puma
Jaguar XK8/XKR
Mazda MX-3
Mazda MX-6
Mercedes C-class (W202)
Austin/Rover Mini
Land Rover Discovery
Land Rover Freelander
Range Rover
Rover 400
Vauxhall Tigra
VW Beetle T1 (Old)
VW Beetle (New)
Volvo 480

00-
01-
99-
91-98
92-
95-
94-
97-
96-
91-
92-
93-01
62-00
89-
98-
70-
95-
94-
52-
99-
92-

Roof mount or tow ball mount
Roof mount or tow ball mount
Roof mount
Roof mount or tow ball mount
Roof mount or tow ball mount
Roof mount or tow ball mount
Roof mount or tow ball mount
Roof mount or tow ball mount
Roof mount
Roof mount
Roof mount
Roof mount or tow ball mount
Roof mount
Roof mount or tow ball mount
Roof mount or tow ball mount
Roof mount or tow ball mount
Roof mount or tow ball mount
Roof mount or tow ball mount
Roof mount
Roof mount or tow ball mount
Roof mount or tow ball mount