Folding Cover Installation Guide
The Next Generation of Folding Tonneau Covers.
Folding Cover Installation Guide Toyota tundra 2007 - current 5.5' bed - fx41008 6.5' bed - fx41010
FORM # IG10008FX Updated July, 2012
For Warranty Issues, Contact UnderCover Directly (866) 900-8800 www.flex-cover.com
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Folding Cover Install Guide
congratulations Congratulations on your purchase of the Undercover Flex hard folding tonneau cover. Your Flex has been engineered with security, versatility, and usability in mind. No other tonneau on the market today offers the same features and benefits as the UnderCover Flex. Please read the instructions completely before beginning installation
Hardware included 1 2
1. Side mounting rails, left and right (pre-assembled) 2. Flex hard folding tonneau cover 3. Truck specific clamp kit 4. Drain tubes (2) 5. Front mounting bolts (2) 6. Flat washer (2), Lock washer (2), Star knob (2) 7. Front Retainer Clamp (2)
4 3 5 6
Note: Some kits include a 6' strip of seal material. This is to be used for the truck bulkhead if needed.
7
Tools needed 1/2” wrench or socket Note : The Flex was designed from trucks that do not have plastic bed liners, some minor trimming may be required to allow the cover to fit properly.
FORM # IG10008FX Updated July, 2012
For Warranty Issues, Contact UnderCover Directly (866) 900-8800 www.flex-cover.com
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Folding Cover Install Guide
Step 1 Attach both left and right side rails to the truck bed. The rails are left and right specific and have been pre-assembled for your convenience. The end of the mounting rail with the drain tube fitting will go towards the cab of the truck. Slide the clamp assembly (3 per side) into the Utility rail, position one front, one center and one rear, Figure 2. Using three (3) clamps per side attach the rail to the bed, position the clamps adjacent to each of the black rail spacers. Position the side mounting rail flush to 1/8" above the top of the bed rail and hand tighten, Figure 1. Tighten the clamps using a 9/16" wrench or socket, Photo B. Warning! Do not overtighten the clamp assembly. A torque wrench is not necessary. If preferred, torque is apx 120 inch lbs. Warning! Clamps must be checked periodically for tightness. Failure to do so could result in damage to you or your property.
FORM # IG10008FX Updated July, 2012
A
B
Figure 1
Slide Clamp into Deck Rail
Figure 2
Cover Mounting Rail Rail Spacer
Truck Bed Rail
Utility Rail
Clamp Assembly
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Step 2 Slide the two front mounting bolts into the track on the underside of the Flex folding cover Photo C & Inset 1. Place the Flex tonneau onto the mounting rails with the mounting (smallest) panel towards the cab of the truck and with the front flap covering the bulkhead (front of the bed), Photo D. Carefully unfold the cover, be sure the red handle on the first panel is in the open position, Photo E, Inset 2. Unfold each panel and position it so it is centered side to side and front to back on the pickup bed, Photo F, Inset 3. Test the rear most latching assembly for smooth and fluid operation as this is the best indicator of the cover being positioned correctly. Be sure the latches on both the left and right side are engaging with the cover mounting rail, Photo F.
C
Inset 1 D
E
Inset 2
Note: If your truck is equipped with a tailgate protector, you may need to slightly raise the rear of the side mounting rails for the latch to engage properly.
F
Inset 3
FORM # IG10008FX Updated July, 2012
For Warranty Issues, Contact UnderCover Directly (866) 900-8800 www.flex-cover.com
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Step 3 Once the cover is located correctly, fold the cover to the opened position. Locate the pull cable and release the latches as the cover is folded to the open position, Photo G. On the cab panel turn the red handle to the open position, Photo H. Take care to fold it gently so the position of the cover is not disturbed. Once in the fully open position place a front retainer clamp, flat washer, lock washer, and the star knob on the front mounting bolt underneath the cover and hand tighten, Photo J. Be sure the front retainer clamp is clamping to the side mounting rail correctly. Do not over tighten. Test the cover again for proper operation, adjust as needed and then tighten the star knobs. Attach the provided drain tubes to the fittings at the front of the mounting rails and position the end of the tubes to divert water out of the truck bed, Photo K. This can be done by placing the tube behind a bed liner, through an existing hole in the bed, or by drilling a 5/8" hole in the bulkhead.
G
H
J
K
Note: If you choose to place the tube behind your bedliner, be sure your drain holes in the bed are not clogged. Note: If you choose to drill a hole, be sure to clean up the metal shavings.
FORM # IG10008FX Updated July, 2012
For Warranty Issues, Contact UnderCover Directly (866) 900-8800 www.flex-cover.com
Folding Cover Install Guide
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Operation
M
L
To open the cover: Lower the tailgate and locate the pull cable, Photo L. While pulling on the cable lift the panel up and towards the cab, Photo M. Repeat this procedure for the next panel set.
N
P
R
If this is as far as you would like to open the cover you can secure it in this position. Release the strap from the stowed position by squeezing the tabs, Photo N. Attach the strap into the buckle at the bulkhead, Photo P, pull the strap to take up slack and secure the cover, Photo R.
FORM # IG10008FX Updated July, 2012
For Warranty Issues, Contact UnderCover Directly (866) 900-8800 www.flex-cover.com
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Folding Cover Install Guide
Operation
T
S
The UnderCover Flex has been outfitted with a very secure latching assembly to allow the truck to be operated with the cover in the fully open position. To open to this position, turn the red handle to the open position, Photo S, and raise the cover, Photo T.
U
V
Secure the cover by attaching the prop rods. Remove the prop rod from the j-clip on the cover mounting rail, Photo U, attach to the cover by pressing onto the 10mm ball stud, Photo V. To close the cover simply reverse this process. Warning! Be sure to always close the truck tailgate before closing the last panel on the Flex tonneau cover, this will prevent damage to the rubber seal.
FORM # IG10008FX Updated July, 2012
For Warranty Issues, Contact UnderCover Directly (866) 900-8800 www.flex-cover.com
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Folding Cover Install Guide
Thank You Thank You for purchasing the UnderCover Flex, we hope you enjoy your new folding tonneau cover. If you need any assistance contact UnderCover Directly, we appreciate your patronage.
UnderCover, Inc. P.O. Box 620 Rogersville, MO 65742 [email protected]
Warranty information located on Warranty Card provided with your cover.
For Warranty Issues, Contact UnderCover Directly (866) 900-8800 www.flex-cover.com
Folding Cover Installation Guide Toyota tundra 2007 - current 5.5' bed - fx41008 6.5' bed - fx41010
FORM # IG10008FX Updated July, 2012
For Warranty Issues, Contact UnderCover Directly (866) 900-8800 www.flex-cover.com
Page 1
Folding Cover Install Guide
congratulations Congratulations on your purchase of the Undercover Flex hard folding tonneau cover. Your Flex has been engineered with security, versatility, and usability in mind. No other tonneau on the market today offers the same features and benefits as the UnderCover Flex. Please read the instructions completely before beginning installation
Hardware included 1 2
1. Side mounting rails, left and right (pre-assembled) 2. Flex hard folding tonneau cover 3. Truck specific clamp kit 4. Drain tubes (2) 5. Front mounting bolts (2) 6. Flat washer (2), Lock washer (2), Star knob (2) 7. Front Retainer Clamp (2)
4 3 5 6
Note: Some kits include a 6' strip of seal material. This is to be used for the truck bulkhead if needed.
7
Tools needed 1/2” wrench or socket Note : The Flex was designed from trucks that do not have plastic bed liners, some minor trimming may be required to allow the cover to fit properly.
FORM # IG10008FX Updated July, 2012
For Warranty Issues, Contact UnderCover Directly (866) 900-8800 www.flex-cover.com
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Folding Cover Install Guide
Step 1 Attach both left and right side rails to the truck bed. The rails are left and right specific and have been pre-assembled for your convenience. The end of the mounting rail with the drain tube fitting will go towards the cab of the truck. Slide the clamp assembly (3 per side) into the Utility rail, position one front, one center and one rear, Figure 2. Using three (3) clamps per side attach the rail to the bed, position the clamps adjacent to each of the black rail spacers. Position the side mounting rail flush to 1/8" above the top of the bed rail and hand tighten, Figure 1. Tighten the clamps using a 9/16" wrench or socket, Photo B. Warning! Do not overtighten the clamp assembly. A torque wrench is not necessary. If preferred, torque is apx 120 inch lbs. Warning! Clamps must be checked periodically for tightness. Failure to do so could result in damage to you or your property.
FORM # IG10008FX Updated July, 2012
A
B
Figure 1
Slide Clamp into Deck Rail
Figure 2
Cover Mounting Rail Rail Spacer
Truck Bed Rail
Utility Rail
Clamp Assembly
For Warranty Issues, Contact UnderCover Directly (866) 900-8800 www.flex-cover.com
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Step 2 Slide the two front mounting bolts into the track on the underside of the Flex folding cover Photo C & Inset 1. Place the Flex tonneau onto the mounting rails with the mounting (smallest) panel towards the cab of the truck and with the front flap covering the bulkhead (front of the bed), Photo D. Carefully unfold the cover, be sure the red handle on the first panel is in the open position, Photo E, Inset 2. Unfold each panel and position it so it is centered side to side and front to back on the pickup bed, Photo F, Inset 3. Test the rear most latching assembly for smooth and fluid operation as this is the best indicator of the cover being positioned correctly. Be sure the latches on both the left and right side are engaging with the cover mounting rail, Photo F.
C
Inset 1 D
E
Inset 2
Note: If your truck is equipped with a tailgate protector, you may need to slightly raise the rear of the side mounting rails for the latch to engage properly.
F
Inset 3
FORM # IG10008FX Updated July, 2012
For Warranty Issues, Contact UnderCover Directly (866) 900-8800 www.flex-cover.com
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Step 3 Once the cover is located correctly, fold the cover to the opened position. Locate the pull cable and release the latches as the cover is folded to the open position, Photo G. On the cab panel turn the red handle to the open position, Photo H. Take care to fold it gently so the position of the cover is not disturbed. Once in the fully open position place a front retainer clamp, flat washer, lock washer, and the star knob on the front mounting bolt underneath the cover and hand tighten, Photo J. Be sure the front retainer clamp is clamping to the side mounting rail correctly. Do not over tighten. Test the cover again for proper operation, adjust as needed and then tighten the star knobs. Attach the provided drain tubes to the fittings at the front of the mounting rails and position the end of the tubes to divert water out of the truck bed, Photo K. This can be done by placing the tube behind a bed liner, through an existing hole in the bed, or by drilling a 5/8" hole in the bulkhead.
G
H
J
K
Note: If you choose to place the tube behind your bedliner, be sure your drain holes in the bed are not clogged. Note: If you choose to drill a hole, be sure to clean up the metal shavings.
FORM # IG10008FX Updated July, 2012
For Warranty Issues, Contact UnderCover Directly (866) 900-8800 www.flex-cover.com
Folding Cover Install Guide
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Operation
M
L
To open the cover: Lower the tailgate and locate the pull cable, Photo L. While pulling on the cable lift the panel up and towards the cab, Photo M. Repeat this procedure for the next panel set.
N
P
R
If this is as far as you would like to open the cover you can secure it in this position. Release the strap from the stowed position by squeezing the tabs, Photo N. Attach the strap into the buckle at the bulkhead, Photo P, pull the strap to take up slack and secure the cover, Photo R.
FORM # IG10008FX Updated July, 2012
For Warranty Issues, Contact UnderCover Directly (866) 900-8800 www.flex-cover.com
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Folding Cover Install Guide
Operation
T
S
The UnderCover Flex has been outfitted with a very secure latching assembly to allow the truck to be operated with the cover in the fully open position. To open to this position, turn the red handle to the open position, Photo S, and raise the cover, Photo T.
U
V
Secure the cover by attaching the prop rods. Remove the prop rod from the j-clip on the cover mounting rail, Photo U, attach to the cover by pressing onto the 10mm ball stud, Photo V. To close the cover simply reverse this process. Warning! Be sure to always close the truck tailgate before closing the last panel on the Flex tonneau cover, this will prevent damage to the rubber seal.
FORM # IG10008FX Updated July, 2012
For Warranty Issues, Contact UnderCover Directly (866) 900-8800 www.flex-cover.com
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Folding Cover Install Guide
Thank You Thank You for purchasing the UnderCover Flex, we hope you enjoy your new folding tonneau cover. If you need any assistance contact UnderCover Directly, we appreciate your patronage.
UnderCover, Inc. P.O. Box 620 Rogersville, MO 65742 [email protected]
Warranty information located on Warranty Card provided with your cover.
For Warranty Issues, Contact UnderCover Directly (866) 900-8800 www.flex-cover.com
