Ford Focus Owners Manual: Roof racks and load carriers

Roof rack

WARNINGS:

Read and follow the manufacturer’s instructions when you are fitting a roof rack.

CAUTION:

Do not exceed the maximum permissible roof load of 75 kilogrammes (165 pounds) (including the roof rack).

Check the security of the roof rack and tighten its fittings as follows:

• before starting.

• after driving 50 kilometres (30 miles).

• at 1 000 kilometres (600 miles) intervals.

Installing the crossbars

WARNING:

Never place any loads directly onto the roof surface.

CAUTION:

Remove the crossbars before entering an automatic car wash.

Note: The side mounting tracks are designed such that crossbars (for bicycle carriers, ski carriers etc.) from the Ford accessories range can be fitted.

Note: Before installing the crossbars, clean the side mounting tracks with water and a sponge.

Note: Position the crossbars as shown.

95 mm A 800 mm B

1. Pull the handle out.

2. Turn the handle clockwise to bring the crossbar in contact with the rail.

Note: Make sure there is no gap between crossbar and rail (A).

3. Turn the handle a minimum of 3.5 revolutions.

4. Push the handle in. Turn the key clockwise to lock.

5. Remove the key.

Accessing the T-notch

1. Pull the handle out.

2. Lower the cover.

3. Remove the sliding bar.