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Luggage Carrier Replacement Luxury

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 281318  Size: SH
  1. Remove the center tie loop bolt just enough to loosen tie loop and slide rearward.
  2. Remove the front and rear side rail covers.

  3. Object Number: 281320  Size: SH
  4. Remove the screws from the front and rear of the side rails.
  5. Remove the side rails.

  6. Object Number: 281315  Size: SH
  7. Remove the center brackets.

  8. Object Number: 281317  Size: SH
  9. Remove the gaskets from the roof.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 281317  Size: SH
  1. Install the gaskets to the roof.

  2. Object Number: 281315  Size: SH
  3. Install the center brackets.

  4. Object Number: 281320  Size: SH
  5. Install the rails and crossbow assemblies over the center brackets and onto the gaskets.

  6. Object Number: 281320  Size: SH

    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.

  7. Install the screws into the rivnut on the roof to attach the side rails to the roof.
  8. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 3 N·m (27 lb in).

  9. Install the front and rear side rail covers.

  10. Object Number: 281318  Size: SH
  11. Install the center tie loop by sliding forward and into center bracket.
  12. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 3 N·m (27 lb in).

Luggage Carrier Replacement Base 2 Door Utility

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 288127  Size: SH
  1. Remove the screws from the end supports.
  2. Remove the luggage carrier from the roof.
  3. Remove the side and center rail support gaskets.

  4. Object Number: 288120  Size: SH
  5. Remove the screws (3) from the side rail supports (2).
  6. Remove the side rail supports (2) from the side rails (1).
  7. Remove the screws (5) from the cross rails (6).
  8. Remove the cross rails (6) from the sliders (4).
  9. Remove the screws (5) from the sliders (4) and the lock plates (7).
  10. Remove the sliders (4) from the slots in the side rails (1).

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 288120  Size: SH
  1. Place the sliders (4) into the slots in the side rails (1).
  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 screws (5) into the sliders (4) and the lock plates (7).
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the slider to side rail screws to 3 N·m (27 lb in).

  5. Place the cross rails (1) onto the sliders (4).
  6. Install the screws (5) into the cross rails (6).
  7. Tighten
    Tighten the cross rail screws to 2 N·m (18 lb in).

  8. Connect the side rail supports (2) to the side rails (1).
  9. Install the screws (3) into the side rail supports (2).
  10. Tighten
    Tighten the side rail support screws to 2 N·m (18 lb in).


    Object Number: 288127  Size: SH
  11. Install the side and center rail support gaskets.
  12. Install the center rail supports.
  13. Place the luggage carrier onto the roof.
  14. Install the end support to vehicle screws.
  15. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 3 N·m (27 lb in).

Luggage Carrier Replacement Base 4Door Utility/Suburban

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 288132  Size: SH
  1. Remove the rubber side rail cap from the center rail support.
  2. Remove the screws from the center supports.
  3. Remove the screws from the end supports.
  4. Remove the luggage carrier from the roof.

  5. Object Number: 288120  Size: SH
  6. Remove the center rail supports.
  7. Remove the screws (3) from the side rail supports (2).
  8. Remove the side rail supports (2) from the side rails (1).
  9. Remove the screws (5) from the cross rails (6).
  10. Remove the cross rails (6) from the sliders (4).
  11. Remove the screws (5) from the sliders (4) and the lock plates (7).
  12. Remove the sliders (4) from the slots in the side rails (1).

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 288120  Size: SH
  1. Place the sliders (4) into the slots in the side rails (1).
  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 screws (5) into the sliders (4) and the lock plates (7).
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the slider to side rail screws to 3 N·m (27 lb in).

  5. Place the cross rails (1) onto the sliders (4).
  6. Install the screws (5) into the cross rails (6).
  7. Tighten
    Tighten the cross rail screws to 2 N·m (18 lb in).

  8. Connect the side rail supports (2) to the side rails (1).
  9. Install the screws (3) into the side rail supports (2).
  10. Tighten
    Tighten the side rail support screws to 2 N·m (18 lb in).


    Object Number: 288132  Size: SH
  11. Install the center rail supports.
  12. Place the luggage carrier onto the roof.
  13. Install the end support to vehicle screws.
  14. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 3 N·m (27 lb in).

  15. Install the screws into the center supports.
  16. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 3 N·m (27 lb in).

  17. Place the rubber side rail cap over the center rail support.