CONTROLLED
RCP18-BK - VE Commodore Sedan
Layout:
Note: Crossbars and legs sold as separate.
Important Information
Maximum carrying capacity:
On Road Cargo Allowance
Off Road Cargo Allowance
Roof Allowance
Rack Weight
70kg / 165lb
37.5kg / 82lbs
75kg / 165lbs
5kg / 11lb
Off Road:
Any driven path taken that is not on sealed (tarred / bitumen) and maintained
Roof Allowance:
Total permissible weight attached to the roof of the car. This is inclusive of the weight of the roof rack system
Cargo Allowance:
Total permissible weight allowed on top, and attached to roof racks whilst the vehicle is in motion
Static Allowance:
Total permissible weight allowed on top, and attached to roof racks whilst the vehicle is stationary
Please refer to your vehicle manufacturers handbook for maximum carrying capacity. Always use the lower of the two figures. Load must be
evenly distributed over the entire Pioneer. Weight of roof rack accessories is to be included in cargo allowance.
Torque settings
Unless stated otherwise in these instructions, all fasteners should be set to the following torque settings M6: 4-5Nm (3-4lbs/ft), M8: 8-10Nm (6-7.5lbs/ft) and M10: 16-18Nm (12-13lbs/ft).
Warning:
•
Check Part No. and/ or Kit is correct for use with your vehicle
•
Do not attempt to fit the rack system to your vehicle unless you fully understand these fitting instructions. Please direct any questions
regarding fitting to the dealer from where the roof racks were purchased.
•
Use only non-stretch fastening ropes or straps.
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The handling characteristics of the vehicle changes when you transport a load on the roof. For safety reasons we recommend you
exercise extreme care when transporting wind-resistant loads. Special consideration must be taken into account when cornering and
braking.
Although the system is tested and approved to AS1235-2000 / ISO 11154, off-road conditions can be much more rigorous. Extreme care
must be taken in off road conditions.
Roof racks must be removed when vehicle is put through an automatic car wash.
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Recommendations:
It is essential that all bolt connections be checked after driving a short distance when you first install your roof racks. Bolt connections should
be checked again at regular intervals (once a week is enough, depending on road conditions, usage, loads and distances travelled). You
should also check the roof racks each time they are re-fitted. Always make sure to fasten your load securely. Please also ensure that all loads
are evenly distributed and that the centre of gravity is kept as low as possible and must be entirely contained within the extents of the roof
racks.
Note for Dealers and Fitters:
It is your responsibility to ensure these fitting instructions are given to the end user or client
Rhino-Rack, 22 Hanson Pl, Eastern Creek
NSW 2766, Australia
Document No: R1283
(02) 8846 1900
Issue No: 03
rhinorack.com.au
Issue Date: 02/04/2019
These instructions remain the property of Rhino-Rack Australia Pty. Ltd. and may not be used or changed for any other purpose than intended.
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km/h
Paddle/ Surfboards should be fixed to the front of the vehicle.
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Ensure Ladder is well
supported on the
ground to help support
tent. Take extreme
caution when climbing
heights above 1.2m/4ft.
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Parts List
Item
Component Name
Qty
Part No.
1
M6 x 25mm Hex Screw
4
B001
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
M6 x 16mm Torx T27 Screw
M6 Spring Washer
M6 12.5mm Flat Washer
M5 x 10mm C’sk Screw
T27 Torx Key
T Extrusion (100mm)
Foot Casting FL/RR (with C652)
Foot Casting FR/RL (with C652)
Clamp Casting (with Z013)
Front Right Pad
Rear Right Pad
Front Left Pad
Rear Left Pad
M6 x 16mm Flat Washer
Mount Pad Cover
M6 Washer (used on cover plate)
Instructions
8
12
8
4
1
8
2
2
4
1
1
1
1
4
4
4
1
B242
Instructions
1
Remove Plastic Covers: Using a small flat
screwdriver remove the plastic covers from
the roof of the vehicle as indicated.
2. 5.
17.
15.
16.
W004
1.
3.
6.
4.
15.
W003
B164
11.
12.
H054
R051
C612
7.
8.
C613
13.
9.
C611
14.
10.
M334
M336
M333
M335
W031
M126
W003
R1283
Tools Required:
- Flat Screwdriver (Small)
- Phillips Screwdriver - Scissors
- Security Key (provided in kit)
- 10mm socket wrench
2
Note:
Items 7 and 8 are
to be use in Wagon
models only.
Remove Turret Strip from Vehicle:
Step A:
Place a rag on the
vehicle at the rear
of the turret strip
to protect the paint
work. Using a small
flat screwdriver prise
the end of the turret
strip up to release
the end.
Step B:
Grab the free end of the
turret strip and in one
action twist the strip
towards the centre of the
vehicle and lift up. You
should feel the plastic
retaining clips release.
Take care not to snap the
fastening clips.
Continue to work your way
towards the front of the
vehicle using this same
action until the strip is
completely removed.
Repeat this step on the
other side of the vehicle.
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Insert Clamp Casting:
A
Position the clamp casting as shown in image A
and lower the clamp into position. Be sure to align
clamp to the centre of the cut-out in the vehicle roof.
Rotate the clamp casting as shown in image B so
that the clamp casting sits under the lip of the roof
panel.
Note: If difficulty is experienced due to excess
sealant on the vehicle, remove the sealant with a
screwdriver in the area shown. It is essential that the
area is re-sealed with Butyl Mastic and allowed to dry
fully before fitting the castings.
150
B
30
Clamp Casting
30
Lip
Centre in
cut-out
Sealant with
section removed
4
Position Foot Casting: Select the appropriate foot casting
for the position you are working on the vehicle. They are two
different castings marked FL & RR and FR & RL. Lower the
appropriate foot casting into position as shown below.
FL =
FR =
RL =
RR =
Front Left
Front Right
Rear Right
Rear Right
Foot Casting
Clamp Casting
5
Clamp Castings in position: Using the hardware specified
loosely fasten the castings to the vehicle. Make sure that the
clamp casting is secured under the lip of the vehicle. This
can be achieved by pushing the ends of the clamp casting
under the lip with a small flat screwdriver (refer image
below). Be careful not to scratch the paint work. Place the
turret strip over the castings to check position and adjust as
necessary. Remove strip and tighten securely. Repeat Steps
3-5 for all four mount points.
Lip of Vehicle
M6 x 16mm Torx
M6 Spring Washer
M6 Flat Washer
OD12.5mm
Foot Casting
Flat Screwdriver
M6 Spring Washer
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Check
6
The top pad mouldings are designed to hold the
castings upright/vertical when fitted in place, this
provides greater clamp pressure of the castings. As
a check gently push the casting towards the centre
of the vehicle until the castings are sitting vertical. In
this position the castings should have a firm hold on
the vehicle.
Replace Turret Strip: Lower the turret strip over
the castings and check the alignment between the
castings and the cut-outs. If the castings do not
match the turret strip you may have to adjust their
position so that the turret strip slides easily over
the top of the castings.
Once you have lowered the turret strip in place,
gently push down on the strip until it has snapped
securely in place along its entire length.
Vertical
7
Turret Strip
Insert T Extrusion into Mouldings:
Insert the T extrusions into each of the top pad
mouldings as indicated. You will need to insert a T
extrusion on either side of the top pads with the cut
corners facing out.
Cut Corner
to Outside
8
Fasten Top Pads to Castings: Using the
hardware detailed below fix each of the top pad
mouldings to the appropriate casting. There are
four different top pads each marked FL, FR, RL &
RR. Be sure when lowering the pad into position
that the T extrusion remains seated within the top
pad and sits flat on the vehicle roof.
Assembled View
FL
FR
RL
RR
=
=
=
=
Front Left
Front Right
Rear Left
Rear Right
M5 x 10mm Screw Countersunk
Top Pad Moulding
Castings
9
Install the crossbars as per corresponding
instructions and the M6 x 25mm hex screws
provided.
If at any time the roof rack crossbars are removed
from the vehicle it is required that you fit the
supplied cover plates to the top pad mouldings.
Install as shown
Note: Store your original hardware as it will be
required when the roof racks are re-fitted to the
vehicle.
M6 x 25mm Hex screw
M6 Spring Washer
M6 Flat Washer 16mm
Cover Plate
Top Pad Moulding
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