Item # Quantity Reqd. Description
1 1 Front cross bar
2 1 Rear cross bar
3 2 Cross bar rubber trim
4 4 Key
5 2 3-hole 3M film
6 2 2-hole 3M film
Hardware Bag Contents
Item # Quantity Reqd. Description
Additional Items Required For Installation
Item # Quantity Reqd. Description
Conflicts
Recommended Tools
Personal & Vehicle
Notes
Protection
Blankets Protect the roof
Vehicle Service Parts(may be required for reassembly)
Item # Quantity Reqd. Description
1
2
3
Legend
STOP: Damage to the vehicle may occur. Do not
proceed until process has been complied with.
OPERATOR SAFETY: Use caution to avoid risk of
injury.
CAUTION: A process that must be carefully observed
in order to reduce the risk of damage to the
accessory/vehicle and to ensure a quality installation.
TOOLS & EQUIPMENT: Used in Figures calls out the
specific tools and equipment recommended for this
process.
REVISION MARK: This mark highlights a change in
installation with respect to previous issue.
SAFETY TORQUE: This mark indicates that torque is
related to safety.
Special Tools Notes
Non-intrusive Infrared Temp
Probe/Gun
Installation Tools Notes
Scissors
Special Chemicals Notes
Cleaner VDC Approved Surface
Cleaner
Soap & water solution
General Applicability
Recommended Sequence of Application
Item # Accessory
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2
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*Mandatory
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Procedure
Care must be taken when installing this accessory to ensure damage does not occur to the vehicle. The installation of this
accessory should follow approved guidelines to ensure a quality installation.
These guidelines can be found in the "Accessory Installation Practices" document.
Please see your Lexus dealer for a copy of this document.
1. Prepare for Installation.
(a) Verify the kit contents (Fig. 1-1).
(1) A = Front cross bar
(2) B = Rear cross bar
(3) C = Cross bar rubber trim (2 pcs)
(4) D = Keys (4 pcs)
(5) E = 3-hole 3M film (2 pcs)
(6) F = 2-hole 3M film (2 pcs)
Fig. 1-1
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(b) The surface temperature should be between
65ºF and 100ºF for optimum installation.
The vehicle needs to be dry as well.
(c) Protect the roof with a blanket.
(d) Clean the mounting area as indicated with
VDC-approved cleaner (Fig. 1-2).
Fig. 1-2
Fig. 2-1
Fig. 2-2
2. Prepare to Install the Cross Bars.
(a) Apply the 3 hole clear 3M film strip to the
front 3 holes located at the inside of both
roof rails (Fig. 2-1).
HINT: Peel the backing about halfway and line
the strip up to the front hole (Fig. 2-2).
Progressively peel the backing and apply the
strip the rest of the way.
Fig. 2-3
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(b) Apply the 2 hole clear 3M film strip to the
(c) Remove the keys from the clear plastic bag.
NOTE: Open the bag neatly for reuse.
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rear 2 holes located at the inside of both roof
rails (Fig. 2-3).
Retain the plastic bag for storing the keys.
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(d) Insert the key to unlock and open the end
covers (Fig 2-4). Leave the keys in the locks
until the installation is complete.
Fig. 2-4
Fig. 2-5
(e) Spray the rubber trim (C) with soap and
water solution if needed.
(f) Install the rubber trim (C) into the top of the
cross bar assemblies (Fig. 2-5).
(g) Cut the ends of the rubber trim strip (C) flush
with the end of the rail (Fig. 2-6).
Fig. 2-6
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(h) Swing the end covers up on top of the cross
bar (Fig. 2-7).
(i) Pull the adjustment knobs out and turn
counterclockwise to loosen the assembly
enough to allow for installation (Fig. 2-7).
NOTE: The knob will come off if loosened all
the way.
Fig. 2-7
Fig. 3-1
3. Install the Front Cross Bar.
(a) Be sure to use 2 people (Fig. 3-1).
(b) Do not move or slide the cross bar along the
vehicle side rails.
(c) The bars are identified by a sticker on each
support (Fig. 3-2). Make sure to place the
support at the proper location on the vehicle.
Fig. 3-2
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Procedure
(d) Place the front cross bars into the two
rearward holes in the side rails (Fig. 3-3).
Fig. 3-3
(e) Ensure that the cross bar supports are placed
properly into the side rail assembly by
making sure the clamp is under the outer rail
edge and the locating pins are fully seated
into the holes in the side rail assembly(Fig.
3-4).
Fig. 3-4
(f) Tighten the passenger’s side adjustment knob
until it clicks (Fig. 3-5).
Fig. 3-5
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(g) Tighten the driver’s side adjustment knob
until it clicks (Fig. 3-6).
Fig. 3-6
Fig. 3-7
(h) After the first click, turn the knobs clockwise
until they point down (Fig. 3-7).
(i) Push the knobs inwards as far as possible.
4. Install the Rear Cross Bar.
(a) Be sure to use 2 people (Fig. 4-1).
(b) Do not move or slide the cross bar along the
vehicle side rails.
Fig. 4-1
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(c) Ensure that the cross bar supports are placed
properly into the rail assembly by making
sure the clamp is under the outer rail edge
and the locating pins are fully seated into the
holes in the rail assembly (Fig. 4-2 & Fig. 4-
3).
Fig. 4-2
Fig. 4-3
(d) Tighten the passenger’s side adjustment knob
until it clicks (Fig. 4-4).
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Fig. 4-4
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(e) Tighten the driver’s side adjustment knob
until it clicks (Fig. 4-5).
Fig. 4-5
Fig. 4-6
Fig. 5-1
(f) After the first click, turn the knobs clockwise
until they point down (Fig. 4-6).
(g) Push the knobs inwards as far as possible.
5. Complete the Installation.
(a) Swing the end caps down (Fig. 5-1).
Fig. 5-2
Fig. 5-3
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(b) Close and lock the end caps (Fig. 5-2).
(c) Ensure the end caps are securely in place by
(d) Check that the cross bars are tight and do not
(e) Remove the 4 keys, place them in the
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pulling on the top edge.
move (Fig. 5-3).
original plastic bag and then place the bag
with the keys in the glove compartment.
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Checklist - these points MUST be checked to ensure a quality installation.
Check: Look For:
Accessory Function Checks
Ensure the cross bars are secure and in
correct position
Ensure the covers are securely attached
Ensure the keys are in glove compartment
Vehicle Function Checks
Vehicle Appearance Check
After accessory installation and removal of
protective cover(s), perform a visual
inspection.
Cross bar knobs are tight and the front bars
are in the rear 2 holes
Covers are securely in place and locked
Keys should be in the glove compartment
Ensure no damage (including scuffs and
scratches) was caused during the
installation process.
(For PPO installations, refer to TMS
Accessory Quality Shipping Standard.)
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