Thule 961xt - Manual
This installation manual covers Thule’s lineup of car bike carriers, including the 961xt and 962xt Speedway models, detailing compatibility, setup, and safety requirements. The document emphasizes vehicle-specific installation procedures–such as adjusting arm angles, securing straps, and ensuring proper load distribution–to prevent damage or accidents. It also includes compatibility charts for various car models (e.g., Acura, Audi, Chevrolet) to confirm part fitment before purchase, alongside warnings about weight limits, maintenance, and warranty conditions. Additionally, it provides safety guidelines for using stabilization devices like the "No Sway Cage" and highlights critical considerations such as avoiding hot exhaust areas or improper strap tension during mounting.
Table of Contents:
- Page 1 – Bike Carrier Parts List and Diagrams
- Page 2 – Thule Bike Rack Installation Procedure
- Page 3 – Mounting Carrier Arms and Rack to Vehicle
- Page 4 – Car Roof Rack Strap Installation
- Page 5 – Securing Multiple Bicycles on Car Rack
- Page 6 – Versa Clip Bike Carrier Installation
- Page 7 – No Sway Cage Installation
- Page 8 – Warranty and Safety Guidelines
- Page 9 – Thule Car Rack Systems Warranty
- Page 10 – Roof Rack Compatibility Chart (Acura/Audi)
- Page 11 – Automotive Part Compatibility Chart (BMW/Buick/Cadillac)
- Page 12 – Chevrolet/Cadillac Fitment Settings
- Page 13 – Aftermarket Part Compatibility Chart
- Page 14 – General Aftermarket Part Fitment Guide
- Page 15 – Vehicle Model Compatibility Guide
- Page 16 – GM and Honda Vehicle Compatibility
- Page 17 – International Vehicle Compatibility
- Page 18 – Car and Truck Model Fitment Chart
- Page 19 – Toyota/Lincoln/Mazda Fitment Guide
- Page 20 – Mercedes-Benz/Mitsubishi Compatibility
- Page 21 – Nissan Vehicle Fitment Settings
- Page 22 – Nissan/Peugeot/Pontiac Compatibility
- Page 23 – Manufacturer-Specific Model Compatibility
- Page 24 – Vehicle Manufacturer Fitment Guide
- Page 25 – Toyota Part Compatibility Reference
- Page 26 – Volkswagen/Volvo Compatibility Chart
- Page 27 – RMS Carrier Mounting Installation Tips
961xt SPEEDWAY™
962xt SPEEDWAY™
PARTS INCLUDED•
PIÈCES INCLUSES
•
PIEZAS INCLUIDAS
G
C
M
N
(2 BIKE CARRIER)
(porte-vélo double)
(PARRILLA DE 2 BICICLETAS)
(3 BIKE CARRIER)
(porte-vélos triple)
(PARRILLA DE 3 BICICLETAS)
• Number of bicycles carried should not exceed
designated carrying capacity for your specific
Seedway model.
• 961XT (2 bike) max carrying capacity = 70lbs.
• 962XT (3 bike) max carrying capacity = 105lbs.
• Check tightness of all bolts and knobs
periodically.
• Check straps for wear and replace if worn
• Not intended for off-road use.
• Not intended for tandems or recumbents.
• Do not install on a trailer or other
towed vehicle.
•
Le nombre de vélos transportés ne doit pas dépasser la
capacité de transport de votre modèle de porte-vélos
Speedway.
•
Capacité de transport maxi du 961XT (2 vélos)
= 32 kg (70 livres).
•
Capacité de transport maxi du 962XT (2 vélos)
= 43 kg (105 livres).
•
Vérifiez régulièrement le serrage de toutes les vis et
des écrous.
•
Vérifiez l’usure des sangles et remplacez-les si elles
sont usées.
•
N’est pas prévu pour une utilisation tout-terrain.
•
N’est pas prévu pour les tandems ni les vélos à position
allongée (VPA).
•
Ne l’installez pas sur une remorque ou un
véhicule remorqué.
.
•
La cantidad de bicicletas transportadas no debe superar
la capacidad de carga designada para su modelo
específico de Speedway.
•
Capacidad máxima de carga del 961XT (2 bicicletas)
= 32kg (70 libras)
•
Capacidad máxima de carga del 962XT (2 bicicletas)
= 43kg (105 libras)
•
Comprobar periódicamente que todos los pernos y
perillas estén bien apretados.
•
Revisar el estado de las correas y reemplazarlas si
están desgastadas.
•
No está diseñado para tándems ni bicicletas reclinadas.
•
No destinado para el uso todoterreno.
•
No instalar en un trailer ni otro vehículo a remolque.
WARNINGS / LIMITATIONS •
AVERTISSEMENTS/LIMITATIONS
•
ADVERTENCIAS / LIMITACIONES
961/962xt 2 or 3 Bike Carrier /
961/962xt Porte-vélos double ou triple
/
961/962xt Parrilla de 2 o 3 bicicletas
Top Strap Assembly /
Sangle supérieure
/
ensamble de correa superior
2 Wing Adjustment Knob /
Écrou de réglage à 2 ailettes
/
Perilla de ajuste de 2 alas
Side Hook Assembly w/Buckle /
Sangle latérale avec boucle
/
ensamble de gancho con hebilla
Bottom Strap (Narrow) w/Hook /
Sangle inférieure (étroite) avec boucle
/
correa inferior (delgada) con gancho
End Cap /
Embout
/
cobertor
Tie Down Strap /
Sangle d’attache
/
correa de atar
Screw /
Vis
/
Tornillo
3 Bike Carrier (962xt) /
Porte-vélos triple (962xt)
/
Parrilla de 3 bicicletas (962xt)
2 Bike Carrier (961xt) /
Porte-vélos double (961xt)
/
Parrilla de 2 bicicletas (961xt)
T3 Cradle Body/
Corps de berceau T3
/
Cuerpo de la cuna T3
T3 Strap Assembly /
Ensemble de sangle T3
/
Ensamblaje de la correa T3
No Sway Cage /
Cage de stabilisation
/
Jaula inamovible
No Sway Cage Strap /
Sangle de cage de stabilisation
/
Correa de jaula inamovible
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B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
M
N
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2
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2
1
2
2
6
6
3
3
part
pièce
parte
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753-3095
753-2877
753-0035-07
853-2181
753-1492
925-0613-11
753-3572
753-3571
853-5829
753-3535
753-3530
853-5834
description
description
descripcion
part number
numéro de pièce
numero de parte
962xt qty.
962xt qté
962xt cant.
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2
2
2
2
2
1
2
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2
961xt qty.
961xt qté
961xt cant.
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About this manual
- Brand
- Thule
- Model
- 961xt
- Document type
- Manual
- Language(s)
- English
- Pages
- 27
- File size
- 820.9 KB
- Format
Summary
Exploded-view diagram and parts list detailing components for 2-bike and 3-bike Speedway bike carriers, including descriptions and part numbers.
Step-by-step instructions for installing a Thule bike rack, involving cleaning the vehicle area, consulting fit guides, and adjusting wing adjustment knobs.
Instructions detailing how to slide and rotate carrier arms into the hub and mount the rack to the back of a vehicle, ensuring arms are level or slightly upward.
