SOLID FOLD ALX Tonneau Cover Installation Guide

Installation Guide for SOLID FOLD models including: ALX Tonneau Cover, ALX, Tonneau Cover, Cover

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NOTE: It is important that all areas where the bed cover mounts are clean and free of debris prior to installing.

SOLID FOLD ALX
INSTALLATION SHEET
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TOOLS PROVIDED l Torx wrench - T-20 l Torx wrench - T-27 l Hex wrench - 2.5MM

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TOOLS REQUIRED
l Tape measure l Pliers l Knife or cutting tool l Torx wrench - T-30 (Maverick only) l Socket or wrench - 1/2" (GM)

MOST MODELS

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FORD MAVERICK F

Components B-E come pre-assembled

MOST GM

G H

JK L M

Components G-I come pre-assembled

Components J-P come pre-assembled

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PARTS THAT MAY BE INCLUDED IN YOUR KIT
A Cover assembly B 4x T-27 Torx screws C 2x Striker brackets (Most models) D 4x Weld nuts E 2x Backing plates F 2x Striker brackets (Maverick only) G 1x Tap plate, 2 holes H 1x Rear striker bracket
(2019+ GM, drivers side only) I 2x Bolts - 5/16" - 18 x 1" J 2x Nuts - 5/16" K 2x Bolts - 5/16" - 18 x .625" L 2x Bolts - 5/16" - 18 x 1" M 2-4x Flat washers (based on model year) N 1-2x Backing plates (based on model year) O 1-2x Tap plates, 1 hole (based on model year) P 1-2x Striker brackets (based on model year)
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1 Place the folded, assembled bed cover (A) over the cab end of the truck box.

2 Unfold the bed cover (A) fully and adjust position over the truck bed for proper front (cab) and rear (tailgate) alignment. When positioned front and back, the tailgate seal should contact the tailgate with the first two fins.

3 Carefully refold the bed cover (A) without shifting its position on the truck bed.

4 Slide the cab clamps over to the truck bed rail. Align the clamp by rotating until the clamp pad is aligned as shown.

IMPORTANT

Clamp pad aligned with the bed rail.

Clamp jaw positioned up under the truck rail.
Good contact between the clamp jaw and the bed rail.

5 With the tailgate open and the front (cab) clamps secure, completely close the bed cover (A).

Push the clamp to the truck bed rail, rotate the jaw up under the rail and tighten.

Clamp pad not aligned with the bed rail.

Clamp jaw not positioned up under the truck rail. Poor contact between the clamp jaw and the bed rail.

6 · Most models

The brackets are assemblies comprised of the striker bracket (C), T-27 Torx screws (B), a backing plate (E) and a weld nut (D).

With the truck bed cover (A) closed, attach the striker brackets (C) to the metal truck bed rail.

Align the striker brackets (C) so that the bracket loop aligns with and firmly latches into the cover latch assembly (see step 8 for latch assembly adjustment). Attach to both driver and passenger sides. Using the provided T-27 Torx wrench, tighten the screws firmly while continuing to align the latches in later steps.

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6A · Chevy/GMC Silverado/Sierra 1500 (5ft 8in, 6ft 6in) 2019-22, "New Body Style"- DRIVER SIDE ONLY

If a drop-in bedliner is installed, clearance holes will need to be added to the bedliner to accept the striker bracket fasteners.

Trucks WITHOUT the MultiPro/Multi-Flex Trucks WITH the MultiPro/Multi-Flex

tailgate and assist handle

Insert the tap plate (G) down through the stake pocket opening and align with the 5/16"18 x 1"(I) while installing the striker bracket (H).

Utilize the assist handle mounting studs
and the original nuts to mount the striker bracket (H). After the final bracket adjustment in step 8, the original nuts should
be tightened to 30 Nm, 22 ft-lb.

NOTE: A pair of pliers can help hold the tap plate when installing.

In both cases, the bolts or nuts will be tightened after the final bracket adjustment in step 8.

· Chevy/GMC Canyon/Colorado (5ft & 6ft beds) 2015-22 - DRIVER & PASSENGER SIDES · Chevy/GMC Silverado/Sierra 1500 (5ft 8in, 6ft 6in) 2014-18 - DRIVER & PASSENGER SIDES

· Chevy/GMC Silverado/Sierra 2500/3500HD 2015-18 - DRIVER & PASSENGER SIDES

· Silverado 1500 Legacy & Sierra 1500 Limited 2019 - DRIVER & PASSENGER SIDES

· Chevy/GMC Silverado/Sierra 1500 (5ft 8in, 6ft 6in) 2019-22, "New Body Style" - PASSENGER SIDE ONLY

Insert the tap plate (O) down through the stake pocket opening and align with the flat washer (M) and 5/16"-18x1" bolt (L) through the bed wall hole while installing the striker bracket (P).

NOTE: The bed

wall hole plug

will have to be removed.

NOTE: A pair of

pliers can

help hold

the tap

plate when

installing.

The tap plate (O) lowers into the pocket and up under the plastic cap edge. Thread the 5/16" -18x1" bolt (L) through the washer (M), bracket (P) slot and into the (O) tap plate.

Slide the backing plate (N) up until it contacts the bottom of the bed cap. Tighten the 5/16" -18x1" bolt (L).

Tighten the 5/16" nuts (J) after the final adjustment in step 8.

6C · Ford Maverick - DRIVER & PASSENGER SIDES
Remove the two Torx head screws from the pickup box tie-down hook.
Driver's side shown

Align the striker brackets (F) so that the bracket loop aligns with, and firmly latches into cover latch assembly. (See step 7 for latch assembly adjustment). Attach both sides.
Reinstall the two Torx head screws through the two slots in the striker bracket (F), then into the tie-down hook. Repeat for both sides.

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7 Adjustments and tightening of

The bed cover latch assemblies and rotary knob come from the factory only par-

the latch assemblies are required. tially tightened to allow installation adjustments. Both latches and rotary knob will

require adjustment and final tightening. Only use the hand tools provided, do not

use power tools.

Lower the rear of the bed cover and loosen the screws on both latch assemblies and the rotary knob. Rotate the knob to locate the screws. Adjust the position of each latch so that they engage with the striker brackets, (Fig. 1). With the latches adjusted, from underneath the cover, use the provided T-20 Torx wrench to tighten the two screws, (Fig. 2) in both the driver and passenger side latches.

FIG. 1

The cables come routed through the barrel clamps of the rotary knob. Adjust the position of the rotary knob so that the cable from the driver side latch can be inserted through the barrel clamp leaving 3/4" - 1" of cable extending through the barrel clamp without turning the knob, for future adjustments (Fig. 3).

Rotary knob

FIG. 2

Rotate the rotary knob until you see the flat head screws. Tighten the two screws using the provided Torx T-20 wrench, (Fig. 3).
Next, tighten the barrel clamp set screws, (Fig. 4) with the provided 2.5mm hex key to secure the latch cables. Rotate the rotary knob, (Fig. 4) to verify that the latches disengage from the striker brackets.
Close the cover, then double-check that it is secure and tight to the truck bed by gently lifting the corners to ensure the mechanisms are engaged.

FIG. 3

FIG. 4

8 To make the final adjustment, loosen the striker bracket bolts or screws. Then move the bracket (C, F, H, or P) down by firmly pushing the cover (A) to the truck rail and tailgate. Make sure that both sides match, then retighten all the

screws while maintaining the pressure on the cover.

STEP 7A

STEP 7B

STEP 7C

30Nm 22 ft-lb

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9 The tethers come installed on the bed cover hinge with a clamp at the other end. Install the clamp end by sliding the clamp onto the truck rail. Make sure the clamp is positioned as far up onto the rail as possible. Firmly hand tighten the knobs. Install the tethers on both sides of the cover.

Opening the cover Open the cover by twisting the rotary knob and lifting the cover.

Securing the cover To drive with the cover open, fold the cover forward to the cab and fasten BOTH straps in the middle section to the front rail. Check that the straps are tight, and pull the strap end if too loose.

IMPORTANT
Re-tighten the front/cab clamps and tethers after the first week of driving the vehicle. Also periodically check the clamps and tethers to ensure they are secure. Closed/Extended Position Bed cover must be completely secured by all four (4) clamps. Open/Folded Position Bed cover must be completely folded up (all panels) and secured at the cab with the provided buckles straps and with both tethers attached. Do NOT drive with the bed cover in a partially open position.

Do NOT allow the vehicle to be towed backwards without first removing the cover from the vehicle.

Remove any snow or foreign matter before folding the bed cover.

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REPLACEMENT PARTS
Replacement parts can be ordered online at extang.com/replacement-parts or you can contact our Customer Service Department for assistance. When ordering, xxx represents the 3 digit suffix, as referenced on the sales receipt or vehicle application list.

Call Out

Title

Part Number

Description

A Cab Panel

88xxx-60

B Mid Panel

88xxx-61

C Tail Panel

88xxx-62

D Cab Hinge

88xxx-63

E Tail Hinge

88xxx-64

F Cab Seal

32002112

G Tailgate Seal

32563200

H Side Seal

32000685

I Cab Hinge Cap Kit

31830010

J Tail Hinge Cap Kit

31830020

K Front (Cab) Clamp

L Tie Down Kit

31831010

M Cab Buckle Kit

31830002

N Latch Assembly, Driver 28900100

O Latch Assembly, Passenger 28900101

P Rotary Release Assembly 28900102

Q Latch Pocket Cover, Cab 35830102

R Latch Pocket Cover, Tail 35880002

S Cable Cover

35880003

T Spacer Pad

32622500

U Striker Bracket Kit

22920102

V GM Striker Bracket Kit 22000020

W Ford Striker Bracket Kit 22900122

X GM Rear Stake Pocket 22000090

Cab panel assembly Mid panel assembly Tail panel assembly Cab hinge assembly Tail hinge assembly Single length seal (68'), hollow seal, cut to fit Single length seal, (68"), 4-fin, cut to fit Single length (68") Side Seal, cut to fit Cab hinge cap & fasteners Tail hinge cap & fasteners Front clamp assembly* Male buckle Strap & fasteners Female buckle & fasteners Autolatch assembly for the driver side Autolatch assembly for the passenger side Rotary assembly Plastic cover for the latch pocket on the cab panel Plastic cover for the latch pocket on the cab panel Snap-in cable cover Foam adhesive backed pad Standard rear/tailgate bracket kit. Complete kit for rear/tailgate striker bracket mounting on GM models, see steps 8A and 8B. Complete kit for rear/tailgate striker bracket mounting on Ford Maverick, see step 8C. Complete kit for rear/tailgate striker bracket stake pocket mounting on select GM models.

* Specify, year, make, model, long or short bed, driver or passenger side.

Bracket Kit - Standard Rear 22920102
V

Qty

Bracket Kit - GM Rear

22000020

1
1W

1 1 1

Bracket Kit - Ford Rear 22900122

1 1

Bracket Kit - Rear GM Stake Pocket 22000090

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LIMITED WARRANTY
WARRANTY COVERAGE This truck bed cover is warrantied against defects in materials or workmanship as follows. This warranty is void if the product has been damaged in an accident, or due to neglect, unforeseeable use, improper installation, improper servicing, or other cause not arising out of defects in material or workmanship.
The truck bed cover carries a limited warranty for five (5) years from the original date of purchase, subject to the terms below.
WARRANTY IS NOT TRANSFERABLE The warranty is to the initial owner purchasing the truck bed cover and it is not transferrable to a subsequent end user. Proof of purchase may be required to enforce these warranty rights.
WARRANTY CONDITIONS Failure to follow these care and use instructions will void the warranty.
n Clean with mild automotive soap and water only.
n Cover must be secured at all points when vehicle is in motion. When not fully extended, cover must be completely folded up and secured at the cab with the provided buckle straps and tethers attached. Do NOT drive with the bed cover in a partially open position.
n Check all clamps and retention mechanisms for tightness after a week of driving following installation (or re-installation) of the cover and periodically thereafter.
n Before opening, cover must be free of all foreign materials including snow and ice.
n Do NOT tow your vehicle from the rear with the cover on your vehicle. If towing from the rear is required, the cover MUST be removed from the vehicle and properly stored.
WARRANTY PERFORMANCE If all warranty conditions are met, a defective truck bed cover or hardware component will either be repaired or replaced (at our option). We reserve the right, for any warranty, to substitute a newer model or bed cover having similar form and function, to offer a warranty discount on an entire replacement system, and/or provide remedies other than those mentioned in this document.
WARRANTY PROCESS A Return Authorization number must be obtained from our Customer Service Department prior to returning any product. We may require the original item to be returned postage prepaid for final determination. Shipping charges will apply for any repair or replacement. Other than postage or shipping charges, no charge will be made for repair or replacement under this warranty.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights. As an owner, you may also have additional rights and remedies under the laws of your state.
WARRANTY REGISTRATION Warranty registration must be on file and/or proof of original purchase (detailed and dated receipt) required for warranty to be effective.
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Experienced Customer Service staff are available to answer all your truck bed cover questions
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Truck bed cover model: ____________________________________________________________ Purchase date: ____________________________________________________________________ Lot code: _________________________________________________________________________ Lot code can be found on the underside of cover.

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