The component should loosen enough that you can remove the system from your vehicle.
Removing thule roof rales.
I used my thule rapid system roof bars roofracks for the first time today and decided to video how easy they are to remove.
The tools to install and remove the bars feet are included so put them in the glove box of the vehicle so they are ready to go when you are.
Thick rubber pads in the feet prevent the clamp from damaging the paint on the roof.
Grip the roof rack handle towards the front of the vehicle.
How to remove thule roof bars step 1.
Simultaneously lift it up while using a prying tool such as the screwdriver.
Unlock the outer housing or lockable knob at the base of the feet using the thule key that came with the set.
So to remove a thule roof rack for example you ll need to remove the lock by removing the cylinder.
Loosen the end cap shown here.
Open the doors on both sides of the vehicle below where the roof bar is mounted.
Wash the area to remove any residue and then remove the end caps from the feet of the bars.
Remove any end caps covering your bolts.
Next loosen the bolts with the allen key or other tension tool that came with your roof rack.
Removing or initially installing the lock cylinder can be a head scratcher if you don t know what you re doing but a few simple instructions and the included master key will make the whole process a snap.
Some thule models require a special tool called the acutight to turn the clamp loose.
There are only a couple of fasteners per foot that you would need to remove to get everything off of the roof.
Nest twist off the knob on each foot using the aforementioned tightening or in this case loosening tool.
Twist the knob on the foot counterclockwise to loosen the clamp.
Removing a roof rack in the winter is an excellent practice nice work.
Step 2 remove the roof rack handles.
To remove the thule bars unlock the bars at the base of each foot.
You can remove the thule roof bars from your car truck or suv in a matter of minutes.
If you need a replacement allen key for your roof rack you can find one for most common brands.
Twist the knob on the foot counterclockwise to loosen.
Lift each bar vertically and set it aside.
