HARD TRI-FOLD COVER SPECIAL BOLT ON SIDE RAIL INSTRUCTIONS 2016-ON TOYOTA TACOMA 5 BOX

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1 HARD TRI-FOLD COVER SPECIAL BOLT ON SIDE RAIL INSTRUCTIONS 2016-ON TOYOTA TACOMA 5 BOX Read and follow these special instructions along with the standard instructions carefully before installing or using this cover. NOTICE TO INSTALLER: Even if familiar with product, read special instructions prior to installation as improvements may be made without notice. Always handle components with care. When done, these special instructions must be given to the consumer. NOTICE TO CONSUMER: Before using this product, read special instructions. Save these special instructions for future reference. NOTE TO OWNER AND INSTALLER: 1. Side rails in this kit mount to the deck rail system with special bolt on brackets instead of standard clamps as shown in standard instructions. 2. Cover may disable or limit use of some deck rail systems.

2 PREPARATION TOOLS NEEDED Protective eyewear Ratchet with 10 mm, 7/16 and 1/2 sockets Torque wrench! CAUTION: Over torquing hardware may damage components. Do not use impact tools. 1. INSTALLING WEATHER SEAL A. Clean vertical surface above deck rail system from bulkhead to tailgate with alcohol pad on both sides. Area above deck rail NOTE: For best adhesion, ensure surface is clean and air along with surface temperatures are above 60 o F. B. Peel small segment of paper backing from one end of D weather seal. At rear of truck, align top of weather seal with top of box rail then adhere weather seal segment without backing to vertical surface above deck rail system. NOTE: Ensure the top of seal is flush with box rail. C. From tailgate to bulkhead, continue peeling paper backing and adhering weather seal to vertical surface above deck rail system until bulkhead gap. Bulkhead Weather seal Bulkhead gap Area above deck rail Weather seal Truck rear Deck rail 2

3 1. INSTALLING WEATHER SEAL (Continued) D. At bulkhead gap, pull seal section through at downward angle. TIP: Leave paper backing on section to allow for seal placement. Once seal is in place, carefully peel paper backing without removing seal from gap. Angle seal downward at bulkhead gap NOTE: Angling the seal, allows water to drain. E. Trim excess weather seal from both ends. 2 INSTALLING BRACKETS TO SIDE RAIL NOTE: Before installing brackets, be aware front and middle brackets are different from rear brackets. Ensure to use the correct bracket that corresponds with its rail position. Front and middle brackets Rear bracket A. For front and middle brackets, assemble to side rail with 1/4-20 x 3/4 bolts, flat washers, lock washers and nuts. Finger tighten and ensure brackets can be adjusted in or out. NOTE: Side rail attaches to front and middle brackets through square slots. 1/4-20 x 3/4 bolt Side rail 1/4-20 x 3/4 bolt Front bracket Square slot Middle bracket 1/4 Flat washer 1/4 Lock washer 1/4-20 Hex nut 3

4 2 INSTALLING BRACKETS TO SIDE RAIL (Continued) B. For rear bracket, assemble to side rail with 1/4-20 x 3/4 bolt, flat washer, lock washer and nut. Finger tighten and ensure bracket can be adjusted in or out. NOTE: Side rail attaches to rear bracket through square slot. Square slot Rear bracket 1/4 Flat washer 1/4 Lock washer 1/4-20 Hex nut 1/4-20 x 3/4 bolt 3. INSTALLING SIDE RAILS A. Remove plug at end of channel by tailgate. Remove plug B. Use 10 mm socket with ratchet to remove 6 mm bolt near end of truck. Save 6 mm bolt for reuse in Step 3G on page 6. 6 mm bolt 4

5 3. INSTALLING SIDE RAILS (Continued) C. Slide carriage bolt bracket and 5/16 x 1-1/4 carriage bolt into channel of deck rail system, one set per front and middle bracket. D. Reinsert deck rail system plug at end of channel near tailgate. Weather seal Deck rail system E. For front and middle brackets, position side rail against inside lip of box. Align carriage bolts with brackets on side rails. Push side rail forward until rail touches front of box. NOTE: Ensure contoured portion of side rail is at rear of truck. 5/16 x 1-1/4 Carriage bolt and bracket Align slot in bracket with carriage bolt F. Secure with 5/16 serrated nuts. Leave finger tight for now. 5/16 serrated nut 5

6 3. INSTALLING SIDE RAILS (Continued) G. For rear bracket, attach bracket to box with 6 mm bolt (removed in Step 3B). Leave finger tight for now. 6 mm bolt H. For front and middle brackets, align side rail edge with bracket edge then tighten 1/4-20 nut. Align edge of side rail with edge of bracket Tighten 1/4-20 nut I. At front and middle bracket, set height according to standard instructions. J. Position side rail and bracket against box rail and tighten 5/16 serrated nut. Hold side rail level while tightening Tighten 5/16 serrated nut 6

7 3. INSTALLING SIDE RAILS (Continued) NOTE: Before proceeding, ensure weather seal contacts side rail and creates a seal. Weather seal under side rail K. For rear bracket, align side rail edge with bracket edge then tighten 1/4-20 nut. Align edge of side rail with edge of bracket Tighten 1/4-20 nut L. Position side rail and bracket against box rail and tighten 6 mm bolt. Hold side rail level while tightening Tighten 6 mm bolt M. Repeat to install side rail on opposite side. N. Torque 5/16 nuts on 5/16 x 1-1/4 carriage bolts to 20 ft-lbs. O. Torque 1/4-20 nuts on 1/4-20 x 3/4 carriage bolts to 10 ft-lbs. P. Torque 6 mm bolts to 8 ft-lbs. Q. For remaining cover installation, refer to standard instructions. 7

8 Product subject to change without notice _A