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STRAP 853 2569 |
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CRADLE 853 2568 |
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WARNING & LIABILITY
Extensive research and design have gone into the Easy Rider carrier and its recommended fits to ensure the highest level of quality, performance and safety. You are responsible for the safe attachment and use of the carrier.
Because the attachment of the carrier is beyond the manufacturer's control, Thule is not responsible for
The liability of the manufacturer, as stated in the Thule Warranty, is limited to the replacement of the merchandise that proves defective in materials and/or workmanship.
SAFETY GUIDELINES
■Certain
■No more than two bicycles should be mounted on the 977 Easy Rider.
■No more than three bicycles should be mounted on the 978 Easy Rider.
■The Easy Rider is not recommended for tandems or recumbents.
■The Easy Rider is not recommended for severe off road use.
■For safety to passengers, vehicle and carrier, obey all posted speed limits and traffic cautions. Adapt your speed to road conditions. Be fully aware of the width and height of your load. Use extreme caution when backing up and going on inclines.
LIMITED WARRANTY
THULE will warranty any carrier and accessories produced by THULE to the original purchaser for three (3) years from the date of original retail purchase to be free from defects in materials or workmanship.
Subject to the limitations and exclusions stated below, THULE will remedy defects in materials or workmanship during the warranty period by repairing or replacing (at THULE's option) defective component(s) without charge for parts or labor to the original purchaser. The product or part thereof must be delivered to Thule, at the address shown below, immediately upon discovery of the claimed defect and there should be no attempt to repair the component(s) prior to its shipment to Thule. The purchaser will be responsible for the cost of mailing component(s) to the address listed below, attention Warranty Department.
Exceptions, Exclusions, & Limitations
No warranty is given for failures resulting from conditions beyond THULE's control including, but not limited to, misuse, overloading, or from failure to assemble and mount the carrier in accordance with written THULE instructions.
No warranty is given for failures caused by accidents, unlawful vehicle operation, or defects/inconsistencies in the vehicle upon which the product is installed.
No warranty is given for failures caused by the user's failure to properly secure bike(s)/skis as recommended by THULE.
Repair or replacement of the defective THULE product is the original purchaser's exclusive remedy under this warranty. All consequential and incidental damages are excluded under this warranty. Damage to your vehicle, your cargo, or to any other person or property is excluded.
Mountings must be completed in accordance with the instructions, Safety Guidelines and the Fit Guide.
Claims under any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose are limited to three years from the date of retail purchase. Proof of purchase is required.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not apply to you, This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
For information about the THULE Warranty in the U.S.A. Contact THULE 42 Silvermine Road, Seymour Connecticut 06483 Attn: Warranty Department
For information about the THULE Warranty in CANADA.Contact
Sport Dinaco Inc, 4330 Joseph Dubreuil, Lachine, Quebec H8T 3C4 Attn: Warranty Department
FIT GUIDE GUIDE D’ADAPTATION
VOLKSWAGEN | Cabriolet |
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No Fit/Aucune adaptation possible | 37 | ||
Corrado | 3 | 1,6,25,32 | |
'89 | Fox 4dr/2dr (2 ou 4 portes) | 3 | 1,2,3 |
Golf/GTI | 4 | 1,3,32 | |
Golf III | 3 | 1,2,16,32 | |
Jetta | No Fit/Aucune adaptation possible | 35 | |
Jetta III | 3 | 1,2 | |
Passat sedan (berline) | 3 | 1,3 | |
Passat sedan (berline) | No Fit/Aucune adaptation possible | 33 | |
Passat wagon (familiale) | 5 | 1,2 | |
Scirocco | 4 | 1,7,21, | |
VOLVO | 240/260 sedan (berline) |
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3 | 1,9 | ||
240/260 wagon (familiale) | 5 | 1,9,32 | |
740/760 sedan (berline) | 3 | 1,9 | |
'90 | 740/760 sedan (berline) | 3 | 1,2 |
740/760/960 wagon (familiale) | 5 | 1,2,32 | |
740/960 sedan (berline) | 3 | 1,2 | |
850 sedan (berline) | 3 | 1,3 | |
850 wagon (familiale) | No Fit/Aucune adaptation possible | 34 |
FIT TIPS
1.Place top clips in the gap at the front edge of the top of the trunk, hatch or door.
2.Place lower clips in the bottom edge of trunk or hatch.
3.Set lower clips into vehicle's left and right tow loops under the rear of the vehicle.
4.Set lower clips/hooks into vehicle’s left and right tow loops under the rear of the vehicle.
5.Set lower clips into bottom edge of internal metal bumper.
6.Set lower clips/hooks into frame holes.
7.Set lower clips into bottom edge of rear doors.
8.Set lower clips into frame holes in back of bumper.
9.Set lower clips onto bottom edge of bumper.
10.Set lower clip onto edge of structural bumper located behind plastic bumper.
11.Frame holes are located up high on the backside of bumper.
12.Set lower clips into frame holes in chassis behind bumper.
16.CAUTION: Bumper cover may deform with the use of this carrier. Remove carrier when not in use.
17.The upper arm of the carrier, between the rubber pads, may come in contact with the center ridge in the trunk lid when carrier is fully mounted.
18.CAUTION: Lower arm of the carrier will mount against the license plate and the lights to the left and right of it.
20.Rear doors or hatch must be opened to mount top clips.
21.CAUTION: Rear wiper can not be used when carrier is mounted.
22.Offset carrier to the right.
23.Carrier must be mounted on right or left door, not in between.
24.CAUTION: Rear wiper must be positioned throught the upper arm of the carrier.
25.IMPORTANT: Always check to make sure there is no contact between the lower straps and the muffler and/or exhaust pipe.
26.CAUTION: The trunk lid may deform slightly with the use of this carrier. Remove carrier when not in use.
27.Route top strap under the spoiler on top of the hatch.
29.Rubber weather stripping at the top of door/hatch will deform over time with the use of this carrier. Remove carrier when not in use.
30.Set lower clips into frame holes in bumper located by the right and left bumper strut.
32.Not recommended for Thule three (3) bike carriers.
33.Carrier is not recommended because, lower straps can not be mounted in a safe place.
34.Carrier is not recommended because, top straps should not be mounted directly to glass or plastic trim covering glass.
35.Carrier is not recommended because, the vehicle is unable to support the weight at the point where the carrier must be placed.
36.Carrier is not recommended because, upper arm of carrier could damage trunk lid.
37.Carrier is not recommended because, top straps can not be mounted in a safe place.
38.Lower arm of Easy Rider will rest in the license plate well or directly on license plate.
39.Lower arm of carrier will rest above license plate well.
40.Lower arm of carrier will rest at bottom of trunk lip.
41.Vehicle not available at time of testing. Please call for update.
42.Set lower clips/hooks on top edge of the metal bumper struts.