Guys, just bought a cargo barrier to fit to the Sports wagon. Searched for a post on how to do it (without butchering the interior) - nothing for 3rd gens but a detailed guide on how to do it on a 2nd gen. Is it the same? (I know the dimensions etc are different, but is the procedure the same) And if not, what's the best way to do it?

Could be a storm in a teacup, but I haven't got it yet so no idea what I'm up for.

Cheers

JB5

i have a cargo barrier fitted and it looks like there are two bolts at the bottom which go into the little cargo points in the floor. then there are two at the top, one either side which just sort of push outwards forcing it to clam still just above the rear windows.

Thanks for the info schifter. So no butchery of the headlining etc is involved?

Cheers

JB5

It's not quite that easy. You will need floor mount brackets and some bolts to fasten them in. The roof mounts will be there, to find them you will need to pull the headlining back. Do you feel comfortable punching a hole in your headlining with a 20mm hole saw? You will need to.
Unfortunately, I see this all the time at work, people buy the "bargain" second hand cargo barrier, then have to pay $80-150 for the fit kit then pay us to install them.

Regards, Andrew.

Hi Andrew

No problem punching holes, but if you've got some tips on how to fit it the right way I'd be much obliged.

Cheers

JB5

Hi Andrew

No problem punching holes, but if you've got some tips on how to fit it the right way I'd be much obliged.

Cheers

JB5

No tips. I've done barriers on at least 20 different types of cars in teh past six months, I don't remember exact details of every car. With a barrier, we get a fit kit which contains detailed instructions. Once you open the kit up and start reading the instructions, you start to remember the details and tricks.
You just can't remember it all.
As I said, you will need brackets for the floor and some bolts, plus there are a couple of trim pieces that fit into the roof positions once you cut them.
I am being serious here when I say you should buy a fit kit, the barriers are only certified and load rated when fitted exactly as described. You will also get all the hardware and brackets you need to fit the barrier correctly.

Regards, Andrew.

Well, what does a fit kit contain exactly? I couldn't find any details on the 'net. The barrier came with various fittings, extensions, quick fit bolts etc - but do I have everything I need? Thanks.

Actually, no worries, figured it all out. Appears I have everything, the hardest part was finding the right hole (it didn't look like I expected it would), so deep breath, hole cut in the lining, let breath out, all lines up so fine.

Cheers

JB5

Any pics of locations?