How to Install Truxedo TruXport Soft Roll-up Tonneau Cover (14-17 Silverado 1500) on your Chevy Silverado

1. Install weather seal on cab end corner plugs: ​

2. Set cover assembly on front bulkhead:

3. Place side rails on pickup bed rails. Assemble clamps. Place rear clamps loosely over side rails & pickup bed rails. Insert side rail corner plugs into header: ​

4. Place remaining clamps loosely over side rails & pickup bed rails:

place three clamps on each side rail to keep rails in place ​

5. Align cover with pickup bed:

6. Tighten front clamps:

install front clamps as close to bulkhead as possible. tighten.

7. Center side rails on pickup bed:

8. Tighten clamps at tailgate:

fold back header and cover, while holding side rail  in place (see step 8).  tighten clamp. 

repeat on opposite side rail. 

check and adjust as needed. ​

9. Tighten center clamps: 

open cover past center bow. slide clamps to tailgate side of bow, then tighten clamps. ​

10. Install weather seal on tailgate corner plugs: ​

12. Cover tension:  There is no need to adjust cover length tension. The Latch Assembly is set to the correct tension. Any modification done to this will VOID warranty. 

Keeping cover taut:  Periodically or as needed, pull cover tight across width of pickup bed, secure loop and hook on side rails. 

For ease of operation, periodically clean with high pressure water to remove dirt and dust. 

Cover may appear loose or relaxed in cooler or cold conditions.
Cover may appear tight in warmer or hot conditions.