Rivian R1T Gear Tunnel Slide Installation Guide
- June 15, 2024
- RIVIAN
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Rivian R1T Gear Tunnel Slide
Rivian R1T Gear Tunnel Slide Install Instructions
Specifications
- Rear Panel
- Base Assembly
- Front Panel
Product Information
- The Rivian R1T Gear Tunnel Slide is designed to provide easy access and storage in the gear tunnel of your vehicle.
- It comes with a rear panel, base assembly, and front panel. The slide assembly allows you to slide items in and out of the gear tunnel with ease.
Product Usage Instructions
Unpacking and Inspection
- Begin by unpacking all components and ensuring that no parts are missing.
- If any parts are missing, please contact [email protected] for assistance.
- Refer to the list of all parts provided in the user manual.
Assembly
- Before assembly, remove the temporary shipping plates on each end. Reuse the (8X) 1/4-20 X 5/8 Bolts for the base assembly.
- If you are selecting the passenger-side orientation, refer to the reference photos provided.
Vehicle Mount Assembly
Start by removing the plastic covers on the gear tunnel opening. Place the tunnel mount and cover on top of the vehicle’s mount with the threaded holes. Install and tighten the supplied M6 bolts in the two inner holes, through both the panel and mount.
Slide Install
It is highly recommended to have two people for this step. Install the slide assembly through the gear tunnel, using a piece of cardboard placed in the tunnel to help slide across. Once installed, position the slide assembly so that the mounting brackets line up with the tunnel mount holes. Install the supplied 8X 1/4-20 bolts and tighten them. If necessary, loosen the M6 bolts on the tunnel mount to align the slide bracket bolts with the tunnel mount.
Bolt Check
- After driving with the rack installed for 25 miles, re-check all hardware to ensure that none of the bolts have loosened.
- Tighten any loose bolts as necessary.
FAQ
- Q: What should I do if I’m missing any parts?
- A: If you are missing any parts, please contact [email protected] and we will assist you in resolving the situation as soon as possible.
Rivian R1T Gear Tunnel Slide Install Instructions
Begin by unpacking all components and making sure no parts are missing. If any
parts are missing, please contact [email protected] and we will remedy the situation ASAP. See list of all
parts below:
Overview
- 1X Slide Base Assembly
- 1X Front/ 1X Rear Panel
Parts
- 2X End Caps
- 2X Tunnel Mount
- 2X Tunnel Mount Cover
- 18X 1/4”-20 X 5/8” Bolts
- 4X M6 X 40mm Bolts
Install Notes
- Use blue (medium) Loctite or equivalent thread locker on all bolts.
Required Tools
- 5/32” hex key or 5/32” hex bit with ratcheting wrench
- 10mm socket or wrench
Remove temp shipping plates on each end before assembly. Reuse the (8X) 1/4”-20 X 5/8” Bolts
Base Assembly
Begin by placing the base assembly on a sturdy work surface, such as a large table or saw horses. Determine what side you want the slide to eject from, driver or passenger. The yellow latches will be on the side that slides out. First, install the front and rear panels by loosening the bolts from the t-nuts on the panel edge so that they will be able to slide onto the top rail slot on the base assembly. Slide panels until centered on top rail, snug bolts but do not fully tighten until instructed. Driver-side orientation is shown in photos.
Next, install the end caps on both ends using the supplied ¼”-20 bolts, each cap uses 5X bolts. The end cap with the cut-out is to be installed on the end with the yellow latches. Once all bolts have been installed, go back and fully tighten all 20 bolts on the panels and end caps. Driver-side orientation is shown in photos.
- If selecting passenger side orientation, see the reference photos below.
Vehicle Mount Assembly
Begin by removing the plastic covers on the gear tunnel opening
- Place the tunnel mount and cover on top of the vehicles mount with the threaded holes. Install and tighten the supplied M6 bolts in the two inner holes, through both the panel and mount.
Slide Install
It is highly recommended that the next step be performed with two people. Install the slide assembly through the gear tunnel, we suggest using a piece of cardboard placed in the tunnel to help slide across. Once installed, place the slide assembly so that the mounting brackets line up with the tunnel mount holes. Install the supplied 8X 1/4“-20 bolts and tighten. If needed, loosen the M6 bolts on the tunnel mount to align the slide bracket bolts with the tunnel mount.
Bolt Check
After driving with rack installed for 25 miles, re-check hardware to ensure
none of the hardware has loosened.
Passenger Side Orientation Installed