OEM Tonneau Cover Install

[crj_lll]

Hello all,

I got my cover from UPS this morning. I have been reading over the installation instructions. I had a few questions for those who have installed this on their own.

#1, What is the HARD PLASTIC PLATE (approximatly 50 mm x 80 mm x 1 mm)

#2, When removing the rear upper trim, did you use the KTC Tool and did you cover whatever you used with a cloth to keep from damaging the paint?

Any other Do's and Don'ts would be helpful.

[kanji]

don't drag the cover on the bed where the cover hindges or folds in half, the hindges will scratch the bed, found out myself, hindge isn't or doesn't have enough covering.

[crj_lll]

Originally Posted by kanji

don't drag the cover on the bed where the cover hindges or folds in half, the hindges will scratch the bed, found out myself, hindge isn't or doesn't have enough covering.

So what is the plastic plate for and did you use the tool?

[kanji]

Sorry, can't help you on the installation. I had the dealer install the OEM cover for me, but i do keep a 10mm combo wrench inside the glove box in case i need to remove the cover for shipping.

[bliss53]

I installed mine and I did not use the plate as it was not mentioned in the instructions. It was only listed in the tools needed list. I did not install the lock clip on the tailgate. I installed a lock from Basickoncepts.

I did not use a trim tool. I carefully worked at it with a wide screw driver covered in a shop towel. I used another shop towel on the painted edge that I lightly leveraged against. The worst part was refitting the trim at the top of the rear window. I took a couple of tries to line it up before setting the clips. The instructions were very good. Follow them closely.

[crj_lll]

Originally Posted by bliss53

I did not install the lock clip on the tailgate. I installed a lock from Basickoncepts.

May I ask why you chose and after market lock clip instead of using the one provided?

[bliss53]

I did not like the clips hanging down and the internal lock seems cleaner. I rarely use the lock. It would be even better to have the power tailgate lock. I did not go the power route because I did not like the way the wiring harness is installed going to the gate.

[bliss53]

Originally Posted by kanji

Sorry, can't help you on the installation. I had the dealer install the OEM cover for me, but i do keep a 10mm combo wrench inside the glove box in case i need to remove the cover for shipping.

I only installed 2 of the four mounting points for the front section of the cover. The front edge kind of drops in and under a short sill so the front edge is held down well enough. I installed the two mounting points toward the rear of the forward cover section. This makes access to the two attachment points easy. When I had the four points installed I would have to lay on the bed to reach the forward two points. I use small spring carabiners instead if the 10mm nuts and bolts. I got the carabiners at the key ring section of the local hardware store. These eliminate the need for a wrench when removing the cover. I have put the folded cover in the cab behind the front seats when carrying tall items unexpectedly.

[crj_lll]

Di you use a MM drill bit set and MM hole saw set? Also, what is a VARI BIT. Are they referring to a UNI-BIT? Any help would be appreciated.

[kanji]

Originally Posted by bliss53

I only installed 2 of the four mounting points for the front section of the cover. The front edge kind of drops in and under a short sill so the front edge is held down well enough. I installed the two mounting points toward the rear of the forward cover section. This makes access to the two attachment points easy. When I had the four points installed I would have to lay on the bed to reach the forward two points. I use small spring carabiners instead if the 10mm nuts and bolts. I got the carabiners at the key ring section of the local hardware store. These eliminate the need for a wrench when removing the cover. I have put the folded cover in the cab behind the front seats when carrying tall items unexpectedly.

good job, yea i also thaught about using wingnuts instead of the nuts that came with it for easy install, i didn't mind laying on my back to install and removing. Do you have any pics for the carabiners springs? I may go your way if that looks and works similar to the 10mm nuts & bolt.