How to Remove Thule Roof Bars 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 Twist the knob on the foot counterclockwise to loosen the clamp
Are Thule roof racks removable?
For Vehicles with a Bare Roof For this style of vehicle Thule uses a rack system that sits on your roof, and mounts by clamping into your door jams It’s both removable and secure, a perfect combination
How do you remove a roof rack?
Here’s how to do that: Loosen both thumbwheels Slide the crossbar to the very back of the roof rack Using a long, flathead screwdriver (or a similar tool), press on the metal tongue inside the end cap on the end of the rail Slide the crossbar off the roof rack Repeat these steps for the second crossbar
Can a locksmith make a Thule key?
The Thule utilizes a key blank which the majority of hardware stores do not carry The blank is an X132 Almost any locksmith carries this key and can duplicate it
Can you take roof racks on and off?
When it comes to your roof racks, there is actually no real reason to take them off… While keeping the roof rack on the car when not in use is okay, vibrations can loosen fixtures so keeping them lubricated will help Taking your roof racks also means you have the chance to give the roof of your car a good was too!Mar 21, 2018
Are all Thule lock cylinders the same?
In order to have all your Thule lock cores keyed alike, all the locks should use the same lock core The number on the lock is the key number If one of the locks you’ve got has the number “N082” stamped on it, and you’d like additional locks that use that same key, you’d order part # THLOCKN082
Are Thule locks universal?
Thule master keys are universal, so use one from another Thule product (if you have one) or borrow one from a friend
Is Yakima better than Thule?
Q: Are Thule or Yakima Racks Better? A: In general, Thule racks offer superior style and more functionality than Yakima racks but with a premium price tag to match Yakima racks are more wallet-friendly and get the job done with fewer bells and whistles
Is it easy to remove roof racks?
Removing Aftermarket Roof Racks Aftermarket roof racks are typically much easier to remove Most simply clamp around your side rails or door jamb and can be removed by loosening a few bolts Once you’ve done this a time or two, most roof racks will only take about 5-15 minutes to remove
How do I change my Thule key?
Insert the Thule Universal Change Key into the lock core Align the tabs along the side of the lock core with the opening of the lock housing Insert the lock core with Thule Universal Change Key into the lock housing With your finger holding the lock core in place, remove the Thule Universal Change Key
Do roof racks damage your car?
2 Pay attention to torque settings: A properly fitted and used roof rack will not damage your car An over tightened, under tightened, badly fitted or over loaded roof rack can damage your car
Can I make a copy of a Thule key?
We actually don’t manufacture the keys but order directly from Thule If you were to cut a generic key to use for a Thule lock, you might run into some problems but you can try I recommend getting a replacement key that is made by Thule
How many locks do I need for Thule roof rack?
Thule roof racks generally come with two to four locks that utilize a key to securely attach the rack to your car Thule rack systems generally come with two keys in case you misplace one, you still can operate your rack system
What do you do if you lose your Thule key?
Replacement keys or cylinders can be purchased from the Keys and Locks page on Thulecom If the keys were lost and this number was not written down, contact a local Thule dealer and inquire if they have the Thule Master Key Ring which can be used to identify the matching key Replacement keys can then be ordered here
Why is Thule so expensive?
They are more than metal bars that sit on the roof of your car Roof racks are engineered using high-quality materials and special design to support a large amount of weight on top of a car using minimal contact points The biggest reason why roof racks are expensive are because of the high-quality designs
Are Thule feet interchangeable?
The good news is that the roof rack manufacturers all decided to use the same channel dimensions so the roof rack accessories for roof channels basically all are interchangeable between (most) brands Thule and Rhino Rack do work together just fine
Are roof racks interchangeable?
Are roof rack accessories interchangeable between brands Roof rack accessories are interchangeable between crossbar brands When choosing an accessory like ski carriers or cargo boxes, you will just want to make sure they are compatible with both the crossbar spread and their dimensions
Why should a roof rack be removed when not in use?
A roof rack increases your car’s wind resistance This will cause an increase in fuel consumption, so you should remove it when it isn’t being used An aerodynamically designed roof rack or box will help reduce wind resistance to a minimum, but the rack or box should still be removed when it isn’t in use
Can I drill out a Thule lock?
In order to remove the lock core you will just need to continue drilling, working your way up to a larger drill bit until the lock core releases Once it does you can then use the Thule One-Key System Lock Cylinders part # TH450200 to install a new one which comes with the change key