Bestwyll F150 Automatic Retract Hard Tonneau Cover Installation Guide

Bestwyll F150 Automatic Retract Hard Tonneau Cover

Product Information

Specifications

• Product : Pickup Retractable Tonneau Cover
• Model : Ford F150 (K22A)

Product Usage Instructions

Installation
Follow the steps below for proper installation of the Pickup Retractable Tonneau Cover:

Bill of Material-General
Ensure you have all the necessary materials listed in the Bill of Material- General section.

Product Component
Understand the various components of the product before starting the installation process.

Preparation

1. Wipe the mounting surface clean: Ensure the surface is clean before proceeding.
2. Remove the original brackets: Follow the instructions to remove the original brackets.
3. Drill a hole: Remove the truck bed drainage plate, drill a 28mm hole on both sides, and install the rubber washer.
4. Paste foam on the front bar: Cut off excess parts and align on both sides.
5. Spare a proper gap: Follow the instructions to spare a gap for installation on the vehicle.

Assembly
Assemble the components as per the instructions provided:

Assembly Steps

1. Pull out aluminum bars: Follow the instructions to pull out 4 aluminum bars.
2. Place side bars beside the canister: Position the side bars as shown in the pictures.
3. Align side bar groove: Align with the raised T-block and push until it cannot move forward.

Final Assembly Steps

1. Tighten bolts: Tighten bolts with a wrench as per instructions.
2. Align top cover: Ensure proper alignment with side bars.
3. Install drain tubes: Follow instructions to install drain tubes consistently.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• Q: What should I do if I encounter difficulties during installation?
  

  • A: If you encounter any difficulties during installation, refer back to the instruction manual and ensure each step is followed accurately. If issues persist, contact customer support for assistance.

• Q: How do I maintain the Pickup Retractable Tonneau Cover?
  

  • A: Regularly clean the cover with mild soap and water to remove dirt and debris. Lubricate moving parts as needed to ensure smooth operation.

Pickup Retractable Tonneau Cover Installation Manual-Ford F150(K22A)

Bill of Material-General

Product Component

Preparation

Remove the truck bed drainage plate on both sides. Drill a Φ28 hole with the above tool(make the hole surface smooth without hurting hands and then install the rubber washer). Install the plate back.

Paste the foam on the front bar, and cut off the excess parts to make sure aligning on both sides

Tips: The installation steps on both sides are the same; Do not tighten, to spare a gap for installation on the vehicle.
Assemble part J, H, K together, and pre-tighten the bolts with wrench

Install the assembled rear bracket(step 5) as shown in pictures; Align the hole with the original hole position on vehicle;
Only install 2 iron brackets nearby truck head first, leaving other brackets uninstalled at this step.

Tips: The installation steps are the same on both sides.
Tighten the bracket bolts under correct position with wrench. Fit the bracket plate of the original vehicle to the bracket as shown in pic, and tighten the original vehicle bolt with spanner.

Assembly

Tips: Put the canister on the foam block for assembly to avoid scratch.
Pull out 4 aluminum bars

Tips: Place the side bars on carton box to avoid scratch.
Place the side bars beside the canister as picture.

Tips: Avoid excessive operation leading to product damage.
Lift the side bar up 10° and then out 10°; Place the roller into the side bar chute.

Tips: Avoid excessive operation leading to product damage.
Align the side bar groove with the raised T-block and push the side bar until it can not move forward.

Tips: This operation need to reverse the canister. If the bolts can not be fixed, please adjust the side bar and the canister hole alignment.
Tighten the bolt with wrench.

Tips: Match the top cover exactly to the canister.
Align the top cover with the holes on side bar.

Tips: Pre-tighten the bolts on left side. Then on right side. And fix all the bolts finally.
Place the bolt + washer on the holes of top cover; Tighten the bolts with wrench; Cover them with screw caps.

Tips: The narrower portion of fitting D should be oriented downward.

Tips: This operation need to reverse the canister. And install the drain tubes consistently.
Fix bolt on part E with wrench.

Tips: Install the drain tubes consistently.
Fix bolt on part F with wrench.

Tips: Two pieces in one set. Do not tighten, to spare a gap for installation on the vehicle.
Assemble part I, G, K together, and pre-tighten the bolts with wrench.

Tips: 2 pieces in total. The installation steps are the same. Do not tighten, to spare a gap for installation on the vehicle.
Assemble part L, M, N together, and pre-tighten the bolts with wrench.

Installation

Tips: Installation requires 2 people to carry the product onto the truck bed for safety of personnel and product. Please pay attention to avoid any scratch on vehicle and product surface.
Lift the product onto the truck bed.

Lift the roller to the position as shown in pic. Then one people stand on truck bed to lift the roller to sit on the truck.

Push the roller to the end; Keep the same distance on both sides.

Tear off the the glue strip under the top cover and paste it on the front edge of the truck bed, and press down by hand to make it stick firmly.

Slide T slot into the bottom chute of the side bar. 5pcs on each side.

Install the assembled rear bracket(step 17) as shown in pictures. Align the hole with the original hole position on vehicle.

Tips: The installation steps are the same on both sides.
Tighten the bracket bolts under correct position with wrench; Fit the bracket plate of the original vehicle to the bracket as shown in pic, and tighten the original vehicle bolt with spanner.

Tips: Tighten A bolt. B bolt only need to prop up the vehicle.
Install the assembled bracket(step 18) exactly as shown in picture vertical parallel to the vehicle. Tighten the bolts with wrench.

Insert bolt O into the bracket hole after slightly lifting the side bar.

Tips: Do not tighten completely, just pre-tighten a little bit so the side bar can still be adjusted.
Assemble nut P with bolt O, and just pre-tighten with wrench.

Thread the canister drain tube out of the truck bed.

Thread the rear drain tub out of the tub via original hole around. If not, then drill a Φ20 hole with the above tool(make the hole surface smooth without hurting hands and then install the rubber washer).

Inspection

Pull the rope at the end of the tailgate bar to close the cover.

Adjust the installation position of the roller until it is in vertical parallel with the truck bed.

Close the roller, and place the gauge Q between tailgate bar and side bar ends, gap between 7 -9 mm is the best state.

TIPS: Fix the nuts on two sides first, then take away the gauge Q.
Tighten the nuts of the rear brackets with wrench W.

Unlock: Horizontal keyhole–Pull the handle backward and press to unlock.

Tighten all the remaining bracket screws and install the bracket covers R.

Finish Installation

Inspection

Make sure all the bolts are tightened; Close the roller and see if the roller is parallel on both sides as shown in pic. Measure if the distance are the same in front and rear(within 2mm difference is the best state).

Close the roller, and place gauge Q between tailgate bar and side bar ends, gap between 7 -9 mm is the best state.

Product Introduction

Manual Lock Introduction

Benefits

Operation

Unlock: Horizontal keyhole–Pull the handle backward and press to unlock.
Lock: Close the roller-turn the keyhole to vertical direction to lock.

Rotate the block to unlock as below.
Rotate the block to lock as below.

Function Introduction

The cover can be unlocked in three positions, and this function can be used based on different needs.

LED Light

Operation
Press the red button to turn on/ off the light.
If you do not touch the red button to turn off the light, it will automatically off after 5 minutes.

Daily Maintenance

Change the batteries for LED Light

Unfasten the screws on both sides to take out the light box.
Unfasten the screws under the light box

Replace with new batteries and install the light box back to the roller. Please pay attention to the +/- pole of the batteries during installation.

Common Problem Solution

No.| Common Fault

Phenomenon

| Analysis| Pics| Solutions
---|---|---|---|---
 |  | 1. Side bars are| | 1.Use the installation gauges;
 | 1.It can’t| installed inward or outward and not| 2.Adjust the side bar installation to make sure the front and rear distance are the
 | roll in after

unlock.

| placed parallel.

2. Big resistance

| same;

3.Pull the roller out completely, and

1| 2.Not enough| leads to

non-smooth

operation.

| measure the gap between tailgate bar and side bar ends, gap between 7-9mm is the best.
 | |
 | strength to roll in

completely.

| 1.Side bars were

installed collapses downward.

| 1.Adjust the brackets of side bar

installation, to make sure the side bars are parallel to the roller.

 |  |  | | 1.Use the installation gauges to make sure
2| The roller can’t lock, or auto| 1.Side bars are installed outward so the gap is too| the front and rear distance are the same; the slide rail is parallel;

2.Pull the roller out completely, and

 | open during driving.| big to lock.| measure the gap between tailgate bar and side bar ends, gap between 7-9mm is the
 |  |  | best.

Helpful Maintenance Hints

1. To assure quiet and smooth operation of your roller, please regularly clean and lubricate the rail tracks and canister. It is recommended every 3 months or 6,000 km, or when you use it in muddy water, desert, Gobi desert, etc. Please focus on cleaning the side rails and the spiral track inside the container which may have sand, sludge, gravel and other sundry inside. Please use the lubricants we offered or other brand silicone oil-type lubricants after cleaning, and increase the frequency of using lubricants based on actual situation. Avoid using petroleum- based product on rubber seals. Lighter oil spray lubes with PTFE (Teflon) seem to work the best when regularly wiped out and reapplied.

2. Avoid the thicker grease type because they tend to get sticky and gather a lot of dust and debris and then later dry out. Also Avoid the silicone dry lubes as they tend to cause squealing noise between the sliding components.

3. Please make sure the roller is in a stop status before cleaning/lubricating, to avoid causing extrusion or collision injury.

4. To clean the rail tracks and the spiral track inside the container, please apply the lubricant to a rag and wipe it inside of the rail tracks, along the underside of the sweep seal and the top of the wear strip. Repeat until the dust has been removed. You can also use a high-pressure water gun if necessary and then make sure all components have been lubricated. Please DO NOT direct aiming the high-pressure water gun to the motor/ECU/connector when cleaning, and do some necessary waterproof protection for connectors/plugs.

5. To clean the canister, remove the rail stops, or vertical rails as required, and run the cover out far enough that you can get into the canister. Apply the lubricant to a rag and wipe the inside of the canister, including all components inside the canister. Ensure the Drain Tubes are clear of any debris or blockage. Reassembly the
   cover.

6. If you find that the brightness of the remote control signal indicator light is obviously weakened, or the button indicator light does not on, please replace the battery in time (battery model: CR2450).

7. To keep the roller in tip-top condition, we recommend washing it the same as caring for your truck finish. A lack of proper cleaning and maintenance can affect the operation of the product and reduce its life.

8. Do not attempt to drive with the tail panel in the partially open position.

9. Tonneau cover must be free of foreign material including snow and ice before opening panels.

10. Do not tow your vehicle from the rear with the tonneau on your truck.

11. Do not operate vehicle with objects on top of cover.

Failure to follow these cautions may result in severe damage and will void your warranty.

After-sales email : service@bestwyll.com
Tony is more than happy to assist you with any issues.

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