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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 590766  Size: SH
  1. Turn the screw cover lock (1) to the unlocked position and lower the luggage carrier crossrail cover (2) on each side of the crossrail.

  2. Object Number: 590772  Size: SH
  3. Turn the screw (1) counterclockwise on each side of the luggage carrier crossrail (2) in order to loosen the crossrail.

  4. Object Number: 590776  Size: SH
  5. Remove the luggage carrier crossrails (1) from the luggage carrier side rails (2).

  6. Object Number: 479569  Size: SH
  7. Remove the luggage carrier side rail caps (1) from the luggage carrier side rail (2).
  8. Remove the 4 nuts which secure the luggage carrier side rail (2).
  9. Remove the luggage carrier side rail (2) from the roof (3).
  10. Remove the luggage carrier side rail base seals (4), if necessary.
  11. Repeat the procedure to remove the second luggage carrier side rail, if necessary.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 479569  Size: SH
  1. Install the luggage carrier side rail base seals (4), if removed.
  2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  3. Install the luggage carrier side rail (2) to the roof (3). Secure the side rail with the 4 nuts.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the luggage carrier side rail mounting nuts to 7 N·m (62 lb in).

  5. Install the luggage carrier side rail caps (1) to the luggage carrier side rail (2).
  6. Repeat the procedure to install the second luggage carrier side rail, if removed.

  7. Object Number: 590776  Size: SH
  8. Install the luggage carrier crossrails (1) to the luggage carrier side rails (2).

  9. Object Number: 590780  Size: SH
  10. Turn the screw (1) clockwise on each side of the luggage carrier crossrail (3) in order to tighten the crossrail.
  11. Close the luggage carrier crossrail cover (2) on each side and secure by turning the screw cover lock to the locked position.