53101 Pioneer Top Mount Accessory Bracket

Pioneer Top Mount Accessory Bracket

The Pioneer Top Mount Accessory Bracket is designed to securely
attach rooftop tents and other accessories to the roof racks of
your vehicle. It is manufactured by Rhino-Rack, a reputable company
based in Australia.

Product Usage Instructions:

Before starting the installation process, ensure that you have
the latest issue of the fitting instructions by checking the
Rhino-Rack website.
Refer to your vehicle’s fitting instructions to ensure that the
roof racks are installed in the correct locations.
Check the contents of the kit before starting the installation
and report any discrepancies.
After completing the installation, place these instructions in
the vehicle’s glove box for future reference.
It is important to follow these instructions in order to uphold
the warranty.

Fit Time:

Approximately 10 minutes

Carrying Capacity:

Max system load capacity: Check your vehicle owner’s manual for
the maximum carrying capacity. If the vehicle manufacturer’s
maximum load allowance is lower than the figure listed in these
instructions, use the lower value. Ensure that the load is evenly
distributed over the system.
System Weight: The weight of the Pioneer Top Mount Accessory
Bracket is 1.7kg / 3.74lbs.
Vehicle Load Limit: This refers to the total permissible weight
attached to the roof of the car, including the weight of the roof
rack system.
System Load Limit: This refers to the total permissible weight
allowed on top of the roof racks while the vehicle is in
motion.

Torque Settings:

M6: 4-5Nm (3-4lbs/ft)
M8: 8-10Nm (6-7.5lbs/ft)
M10: 16-18Nm (12-13lbs/ft)

Warning:

Regular maintenance checks should be performed to ensure that
the product is in good condition and functioning properly. Bolted
connections should also be checked each time they are
re-fitted.

Note for Dealers and Fitters:

It is the responsibility of dealers and fitters to provide these
fitting instructions to the end user or client. The instructions
remain the property of Rhino-Rack Australia Pty. Ltd. and should
not be used or changed for any other purpose than intended.

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Pioneer Top Mount Accessory Bracket Fitting Instructions 53101
Important: 1. Check the Rhino-Rack website to ensure you have the latest issue of these instructions. 2. Please refer to your fitting instruction to ensure that the roof racks are installed in the correct locations. 3. Check the contents of kit before commencing fitment and report any discrepancies. 4. Place these instructions in the vehicle’s glove box after installation is complete. 5. These instructions must be followed for warranty to be upheld.
Fit Time: 10mins

Rhino-Rack
22A Hanson Pl, Eastern Creek NSW, 2766, Australia (02) 8846 1900 rhinorack.com

Document No: 520-RFI-00035 Issue No: 01
Issue Date: 2/06/2021
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Rooftop Tent Bracket Instructions
Carrying Capacity
Max system load capacity: Check your vehicle owners hand book for vehicle maximum carrying capacity. Please ensure you use the vehicle manufacturers maximum load allowance if it is lower than the figure listed in this instruction. Load must be evenly distributed over the system.
SYSTEM WEIGHT
1.7kg / 3.74lbs
Vehicle Load Limit: Total permissible weight attached to the roof of the car. This is inclusive of the weight of the roof rack system. System Load Limit: Total permissible weight allowed on top, and attached to roof racks whilst the vehicle is in motion. Torque Settings Unless stated otherwise in these instructions, all fasteners should be set to the following torque settings M6: 4-5Nm (3-4lbs/ft), M8: 8-10Nm (6-7.5lbs/ft) and M10: 16-18Nm (12-13lbs/ft).
Warning
· Check part number or kit is correct for use with your vehicle. · Do not attempt to fit system to your vehicle unless you fully understand these fitting instructions. Please direct any questions
regarding fitting to the dealer from where it was purchased from. · Off-road conditions can be rigorous. Extreme care must be taken in off road conditions. · Always ensure you fasten your load securely. · Use only non-stretch fastening ropes or straps to attach cargo to your load.
In Service Maintenance Checks
· All bolted connections should be checked after driving a short distance after installation. · All bolted connections should be checked again at regular intervals ( every 1000k (621mi) is recommended, depending on road
conditions, usage, loads and distances travelled). All bolted connections should also be checked each time they are re-fitted.
Note for Dealers and Fitters
It is your responsibility to ensure these fitting instructions are given to the end user or client. These instructions remain the property of Rhino-Rack Australia Pty. Ltd. and may not be used or changed for any other purpose than intended.
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Rooftop Tent Bracket Instructions
Parts List
Top Mount Accessory Bracket
A x4
Tools Required T1 – Socket Wrench T2 – Tape Measure

M8 Channel Nut
B x8
M8 x 17 Flat Washer
D x8

M8 x 16 Hex Head Bolt
C x8
Instruction
!
E x1

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Rooftop Tent Bracket Instructions 1
B
2 Measure rail width & select your suitable bracket configuration
T1
Configuration 1 – Narrowest Configuration 2 Configuration 3 – Widest
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Rooftop Tent Bracket Instructions
3 Fix brackets down to suitable configuration
Note: Brackets to be fixed approx. 200mm in from rooftop tent rail ends

20Nm
15LB/FT
C A
B

4 Place rooftop tent rail onto installed brackets

FRONT VIEW
TENT RAIL

TENT RAIL Page 5 of 6

Rooftop Tent Bracket Instructions

5 Slide rooftop tent fitting hardware into the roof top tent rail channel

FRONT VIEW

Front

6 Lift the front of the rooftop tent & insert both rooftop tent fitting
hardware into the front brackets.
Repeat steps 5 – 6 to the opposite side of rooftop tent.

SIDE VIEW

7 Tighten all rooftop tent fitting hardware as per roof top tent
manufacturer’s instructions.

NOTE: Item D may not be required if not recommended by
roof top tent manufacturer

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