![]() I have no tools of any kind for measuring the torque, so even by "feeling", I don't get what this measurement is. My early observations is that you will not be disappointed with the Matrix rack. We're not torquing down a head, but I still like to bring it up to spec gradually. ![]() Strip 'em and it will be a major "oh crap" moment.Ĭross Rails, the allen wrench ones, are 9Nm, which is 6.6ftlbs, or 79.2 inch lbs. SnowFish wrote:Careful mounting the top rails. > Also, if I don't have any torque wrench of any kind, can it be installed anyways without any problems? Most of the time, it will be off the roof. Probably only for the summer vacations and special times when I'll need to move big things that won't fit properly in the cargo area. I'll just install it when needed, which might be not very often. > Does anyone knows if the side rails have some kind of rubber pads in order to protect the paint? Because I don't want the rack to ruin the roof paint as I probably won't leave the rack installed 365 days a year. What prices should I expect for a used rack if I don't want to be ripped off? > So, these oem racks are really selling for 500$ +++ at the GM dealer? I'll be buying TOYOTA MATRIX 09 used. Well, that's funny, I am about to buy a second hand 2009 Matrix roof rack and I wanted to see if there were any rack threads before creating a new one, and BAM! I fell on it right away! Top thread of the section! Plus, there is a superb tutorial on how to install it! Thanks SnowFish!! I've never liked the look, non-aerodynamicness, or clippy this & strap that, of the Thule's, Yakima's, or Saris racks. We just access the cargo area through the back door.įor those that need a roof rack, I feel this is the route to go. They can be mounted in reverse, but looked weird in my opinion. With the bike tray mounted as shown, the rear hatch should not be opened. Ready for your favorite bicycle tray or what ever else that you have in mind. I guess they want to make sure that we torque them to 9nm.īefore torquing, be sure the Cross Bar Clips are Centered in the Rail recesses. The Matrix Racks come with a slick little torque wrench. The Rails have recesses for the Cross Bar Clips to engage. Note that the Cross Bars are directional and front to back specific. Final torque is 24ftlbs if I remember correctly.īut please double check the instructions for the exact torque. Loose fit the rails and install bolts hand tight. The supplied rail bolts have a nice coat of LocTite already applied. That's better! Next install the rail pads. It will more than likely be dirty in the channel.Ĭlean it good so the double stick rail pads will adhere properly. The clips may give you a wrestle, so a gentle pry, with a screw driver, may be in order. Next remove the bolts that hold the clips underneath. First remove the plug in the roof channels. I must say, the Toyota Matrix roof rack is really nice.
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