3. Bottom Hook Placement
Place the bottom hooks under the trunk lip
of the vehicle. (Some vehicles will require
an open trunk.)
On vehicles with a curved hinge line,
make sure upper hooks will not slide
after tightening ratchet. Straps may angle
inward slightly.
7. Finger Tighten Ratchet
Tighten straps using ratchet
handle with an up and down mo-
tion. Be careful of the amount of
force used. Do not overtighten.
4. Top Strap Placement
Pull back on the yellow lock to
release upper hook belts. (Note:
Ratchet handle must be in the
down postion to release)
6a. Trunk/Hatch Feet Placement
Place feet flush against the vehicle trunk (Note: Be careful of plastic surfaces,
rear windshield wipers or other trim). The upper foot may rest on glass on SUV
or hatchback style vehicles.
8. Correct Lower Hook Placement
Rack is secure when straps are tight and
bottom hooks are engaged properly as
shown. Ensure that lower hook contacts
only the bottom edge of trunk lip. Verti-
cal portion of hook should not contact
vehicle. This may require moving position
of ratchet. (See steps 1&2)
5. Top Hook Attachment
Pull out belt to desired length and attach
upper hook belts to the hinge line of the
vehicle. Repeat for both straps. (Note:
Upper Hook attachment must be to a
supported hinge line - NEVER hook to
glass, unsupported plastic, or roof rack.
6b. Trunk/Hatch Feet Placement
9. Security Lock
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Note: For safety and security, lock both
ratchet assemblies to secure rack to
vehicle as shown.