How To Remove A Thule Roof Box

I used my thule rapid system roof bars roofracks for the first time today and decided to video how easy they are to remove.

How to remove a thule roof box.

If you choose a system with thule wingbar load bars the new quickaccess interface will allow you to install and remove your roof mounted accessories such as bike racks and roof boxes seamlessly in the t track. With thule motion xt thule is setting a new standard for modern roof box design with a stylish silent and easy to use box that will make your car look even better. If you are unable to get the key out the last option would be to have a locksmith drill out the lock cylinder. According the the package directions mix the plastic repair kit and mold them into the depression covering the plastic cut out and along any cracks.

Twist the knob on the foot counterclockwise to loosen. If enough of the key stem is protruding from the lock you could also try grasping the key with needle nosed pliers and removing it that way. Make sure that the roof box is locked using the original key turn the key 45 degrees clockwise so the big hand is at about 10 30 and withdraw the key. When you withdraw it the lock barrel will come out.

Push the master key the one with the square cornered head into the lock barrel. I started with the plastic fibreglass repair which is very easy to use. Make sure to cover the damage completely. It has a distinctive shape that has been optimized using advanced computer simulation reducing the impact on fuel economy and providing a quiet ride.

Spray wd 40 around the edge of the cylinder. Wiggle the key more vigorously and tap on the cylinder with the locking key perhaps while pulling it out. It took me about as long to f. If possible turn the mechanism so the top slotted face of the cylinder is facing down so that.

How to remove thule roof bars step 1. Open the doors on both sides of the vehicle below where the roof bar is mounted. Unlock the outer housing or lockable knob at the base of the feet using the thule key that came with the set.