PACK CONTENTS & FITTING INSTRUCTIONS

Usage InstructionsWhen fitting the Roof Rack and transporting a load, ensure the vehicle’s functions are not impaired (eg. sunroof, aerials, windscreen wipers, mirrors). Rear doors on Hatch, and wagon-type vehicles should be inspected for adequate clearance for full opening operation of the boot/tailgate. Stop and check all screw connections, bolts and retaining straps after a short distance of travel. Repeat these checks at regular intervals. Immediately replace any worn or damaged components.

WarningsRemember that the fitting of a Roof Rack and the transport of a load increases the overall height of the carrying vehicle.Where the Roof Rack is to be used in off-road conditions, a safety weight reduction of 1.5 should be observed from the total carrying capacity (eg. 60kg becomes 40kg). Cequent will not be liable to the purchaser or any other person for any concequential, direct or indirect loss, damage or costs incurred or suffered by the purchaser or any other person including but not limited to damage to persons or property, loss of turnover, loss of profits, loss of business or goodwill arising from or in relation to the assembly and use of the Roof Rack, or the non-observance of the fitting and care instructions.

Extended rail system (VER)

There are two types of vehicle fitments.You will either have an Open Rail fitment or Solid rail fitment (not both).Please compare the part number on the packaging with the part numbers below to determine which kit you have.

Part Numbers / Description

VFR001 / Open Rail Fitment

VFR002 / Solid Rail Fitment (sometimes also used in open rail fitments, refer to the vehicle selector www.rola.com.au for vehicle specific information)

Cross Bars (VXB or VXS)

Please complete the Warranty form on the reverse side and post to:

PO BOX 4050Dandenong South

VIC 3164Australia

ABN 60 004 546 543

End Supports (25-0257) x4

Keys for lock system (22-0601-4)x2

End cap for bars (25-0258) x 4

•The Roof Rack and roof load must not project beyond the body of the carrying vehicle. The load must not extent beyond the sides of the Roof Bars. Long loads should be positioned centrally on the Roof Rack and securely fastened at the front and at the rear. Narrow and heavy loads should be carried as close to the end supports as possible. It is your responsibility to comply with statutory requirements regarding the projection of your load.

•Always secure the load with sufficiently strong synthetic or textile straps.

•Do not use elasticised or "Occy" straps.

•Do not use damaged or frayed straps and replace immediately before subsequent use.

IMPORTANT Please Read Thoroughly Before Use.Please ensure that Roof Racks are fitted in accordance with the Fitting Instructions.It is important that you observe all recommendations outlined below.

Safe usage •It is essential for the proper assembly, operation and use of the Roof Rack that the instructions and safety precautions supplied are strictly observed. Read any fitting, use and care instructions carefully.

•When loading, pay particular attention to weight distribution. Always ensure that the load has a low centre of gravity. Fasten the load securely against sliding and check regularly for correct positioning.

End Supports

Fit Kit care for your roof racks

Locking Jaw (25-0256)x4

Slug (22-0878)x4

Fit kit VFR002

Front adaptors (27-0868)X4

Height adaptor (7500)x4

Locking Jaw (25-0256)x4

Slug (22-0878)x4

Front adaptors (27-0867)x4

The bars you have will be specific to your vehicle, and the type of End Cap you have chosen.

Part Numbers / Description

VXB / Cross Bars (Black)

VXS / Cross Bars (Silver)

Cross Bars (VXB or VXS)

Cross bars

Fit kit VFR001

•When carrying heavy loads the addition of extra crossbars where possible have proven to be the most successful way to minimise vehicle roof deformation. However, increasing the number of crossbars does not increase the vehicle's maximum permissible roof loading.

•Check the security of your load and the tension of the bolts and fastenings of the Roof Rack before departing and at regular intervals during your journey.

•Specialised systems: where applicable, a specialised Roof Rack and accessories should be used to carry or secure your load (eg, Bike Carrier, Water Craft Carrier). The maximum permissible load for your Roof Bar is the lower of the maximum load capacity specified in your vehicle operation manual, or as specified for the roof rack. Do not exceed the maximum specified load capacity.

•Maximum permissible load = weight of the Roof Rack + weight of accessories + weight of load (cargo).

•Surfboards: surfboards should be loaded on top of each other rather than side by side.•Skis: skis should be loaded with the front tips facing towards the rear of the carrying vehicle.

•The mounted & loaded Roof Rack will affect your vehicle's handling characteristics, particularly relating to crosswind sensitivity, corners, and bends and braking behaviour. Exercise extreme care when driving and adjust for the change in vehicle handling and braking behaviour by always driving safely and at a speed appropriate to travel conditions and the load being carried.

•Wind resistance is the number one cause of Roof Rack failures. Prior to securing a load, consider the surface area of the load to determine the suitability of carrying the load on the Roof Racks. Extra caution should be taken when travelling in high winds, at high speed, or when carrying loads with large surface areas (eg tables, bed bases and mattresses, sheets of wood).

Maintenance:•The Roof Rack should be removed regularly to clean adjoining vehicle surfaces, attaching locations and the Roof Rack itself. It is your responsibility to ensure that the Roof Rack is adequately maintained.•Remove Roof Rack before entering an automatic carwash.•To increase fuel efficiency, remove Roof Rack from carrying vehicle when not in use.•We recommend that you store the Roof Rack Security Key and Fitting Instructions in the glove compartment of your vehicle.

Rola Roof Racks 5 Year WarrantyRack System: (“Rola Roof Rack”). The Rola Roof Rack incorporates three components:

Cross Bars

End Supports

Fit Kit

Cequent warrants that, subject to the exclusions and limitations below, the Rola Roof Rack will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 5 years commencing on the date of sale by

the authorised Rola stockist to the original purchaser of the entire Rola Roof Rack, including the End Support, Fit Kit and Cross Bars.

If a defect appears in the Rola Roof Rack before the end of the warranty period and Cequent finds the Rola Roof Rack to be defective in materials or workmanship, Cequent will, in its sole discretion, either:

1. Repair the Rola Roof Rack or the defective component of the Rola Roof Rack free of charge;

2. Replace the Rola Roof Rack or the defective component of the Rola Roof Rack; or

3. Refund the purchase price of the Rola Roof Rack to the original purchaser.

Cequent reserves the right to change the design, specifications or composition of the Rola Roof Rack without notice and without liability.

Cequent reserves the right to replace defective products or components with products or components of similar quality, grade and composition, where an identical product or component is not available.

Goods presented for repair may be replaced by refurbished goods of the same type rather than being repaired. Refurbished parts may be used to repair the goods.

The 5 year warranty only applies where the entire Rola Roof Rack is purchased in one transaction and is installed and used together.

The 5 year warranty does not apply where:

1. The Rola Roof Rack is not installed in compliance with the fitting instructions provided;

2. The Rola Roof Rack is not used as intended or designed;

3. Any part of the Rola Roof Rack, such as the End Supports, Fit Kits, or Cross Bars, is used with

other products or components notintended to be used in conjunction with the modular Rola Roof Rack system;

4. The Rola Roof Rack has been on-sold or assigned by the original purchaser;

5. The Rola Roof Rack has been modified or repaired by someone other than Cequent or an authorised Rola stockist;

6. Cequent cannot establish any fault in the Rola Roof Rack after testing;

7. The Rola Roof Rack has been subject to abnormal conditions, including fire, water, humidity, pressure, stress or similar;

8. The defect in the Rola Roof Rack has arisen due to abuse, misuse, neglect or accident;

9. The defect in the Rola Roof Rack has arisen due to the unlawful or unusual operation of the vehicle to which it is fitted;

10. The defect in the Rola Roof Rack has arisen due to the purchaser’s failure to properly assemble,

install, fit, maintain or use the Rola Roof Rack in accordance with the specifications and instructions provided by Cequent.

For safety and use instructions, please refer to any General or Specific Fitting Instructions and Use & Care Instructions enclosed with the Rola Roof Rack or on our website at www.rola.com.au.

This warranty does not extend to fair wear and tear. Warranty claims can be made by contacting Cequent directly using the details below. A warranty claim must be accompanied by proof of purchase (such

as receipt) and details of the alleged defect. It is the purchaser’s responsibility to arrange and pay for any warranty claims, including the shipment of goods to Cequent for inspection. The purchaser may seek

reimbursement from Cequent for the costs of such activities, providing Cequent notifies the purchaser in writing that a warranty claim is justified. Any such claims must be made in writing via post or email.

The benefits of this warranty are in addition to any rights and remedies imposed by Australian State and Federal legislation that cannot be excluded. Nothing in this warranty is to be interpreted as excluding,

restricting or modifying any State or Federal legislation applicable to the supply of goods and services which cannot be so excluded, restricted or modified. Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be

excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled

to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure. Cequent makes no express warranties or representations other than set

out in this warranty.

The repair or replacement of Rola Roof Racks or part there of, or a refund of the purchase price of the Rola Roof Rack, is the absolute limit of Cequent’s liability under this express warranty.

CROSS BARSVER001Revision F

Pack Contents & Fitting Instructions

Cequent, a division of TriMas Corporation Pty Ltd49 Pacific Drive, Keysborough, VIC, 3173

Phone: 1800 812 017www.rola.com.au

Please refer to www.rola.com.au/fi/ver.pdf for revision updates

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Installing Plastic Adaptors:

Turn End Support over

Feed legs of Plastic Adaptor around Locking Jaw

Align “T” locator into “T” slot on End Support

Slide back into place. Ensure no visible gaps

MOVE TO STEP 6

Attaching Height Adaptors:

Refer to vehicle information for correct position of Height Adaptor (upper position or lower position)

(a.) Ensure correct orientation of Height Adaptor (refer to image)

(b.)Tilt and feed upper tabs of Height Adaptor into slots on Plastic Adaptor

(c.)Tilt Height Adaptor downward to insert lower tabs into Plastic Adaptor

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Remove Undercover Buffer Strip

Align “T” locators with slot in the bottom of the Crossbar

STAGE 1: PRE-ASSEMBLY

STAGE 2: FITTING

STAGE 3: SECURING

PLEASE NOTEBefore you proceed with these instructions, please confirm what fit kit and End Supports you have. To do so please refer to the Packaging Contents on the reverse side of this sheet. Please follow the appropriate fitting method below.

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FITKIT VFR001 FITKIT VFR002

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Lower the rack on to the rails.If height adaptors are used ensure they engage with groove on rail.

Prior to placing the bars on the vehicle ensure the Locking Jaw is completely retracted.

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13 Position your roof rack as desired along the vehicle rails. Crossbars should be approximately 700mm apart. Please consider sunroof clearance, roof mounted aerial, etc.

Slide End Supports inward until all Plastic Adaptors are in contact with the rails

Cut the Undercover Buffer Strip to required length and push up into slot on either side of end support

Note: Outer buffer strip piece should be cut 20mm short from end of crossbar

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CLOSING THE END SUPPORT

END CAPS

FITTING COMPLETE

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Installing Plastic Adaptors:

Turn End Support over

Feed legs of Plastic Adaptor around Locking Jaw

Align “T” locator into “T” slot on End Support

Slide back into place. Ensure no visible gaps.

Make sure you check that your fitment is secure prior to use.

CONNECTING THE END SUPPORT TO THE BAR

Slide End Supports into the Crossbar. If the Slug gets jammed push the Slug inward to loosen and retry

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height adaptorsup

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Rotate locking handle clockwise to firmly compress Locking Jaw against rail.

Ensure Locking Handle and key slot are positioned horizontally

Push Locking Handle into End Support

Insert Key and rotate clockwise to lock

17Cut 5mm off each end of the Upper Buffer Strip

Ensure key slots are vertical

Slide End Caps onto ends of Crossbars ensuring ROLA wording is not upside-down

Insert key and rotate clockwise to lock 18

(x)mm

Remove all products from their packaging, making sure all parts are accounted for

plastic adaptors

“T” slot

‘T’ locators

Unlocking:

Insert and turn key

Pull locking handle out

Rotate locking handle counter-clockwise to fully extend rocker

Assembling Slug:

(a.) Push Rocker and Slug Rivet through top of End Support

(b.) Insert Slug Rivet up through side slot in Slug until centred

(c.) Rotate Slug 90 degrees to lock in place

unlocked locked

unlocked locked

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slug rivet

Ensure equal spacing (crossbar over hang) on both sides of vehicle.

Adjust the end supports to the approximate width of the vehicles rails.

�tting instructions

rotate centred

Equal = (x) mm

Equal =

It is vital that the front adaptor sits up against the rail bar before tightening

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Correctly fitted

(x) mm

(x) mm

under cover buffer strip

T locators

the slug

“T” slot

‘T’ locators

OPEN RAILS SOLID RAILS

Your Vehicle has been �tted with either open rails or solid rails on the roof. Your �tkit is designed according:

Solid rails are defines by a solid rail profile siting adjacent to the roof of the vehicle Open rails are defined by a clear gap between the roof of the vehicle and the rail profile

Assembling Locking Jaw:

(d.) Remove Cotter Pin from Locking Jaw (refer removal steps)

( e.) Align hole in Locking Jaw with hole in Rocker

(f.) Insert and lock Cotter Pin (refer removal steps in reverse)

Approximately700mm

Front

Mid pillar

Rola Roof Rack Warranty Registration CardTo ensure smooth handling of any warranty claims, please complete the form below and send to the address indicated overleaf.

Name

Address

Suburb

Dealer/Reseller

Suburb

Vehicle Make

Model/Year

Product/Part Numbers

Customer Details

Store Details

Vehicle/Product Details

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push Cotter Pin in.

Lift tab at end of Cotter Pin

Rotate tab and align with the Cotter Pin to allow removal .

Cotter Pin Removal:

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