Opening a truck bed cover can be tricky. Many truck owners who purchase a truck bed cover are not sure how to open it and may struggle with the process.
The first step in opening a truck bed cover is to make sure the tailgate is open. Depending on the type of cover, it may be necessary to un-latch it from the side of the tailgate and/or unhook some straps or clips. Many times a handle or strap can be found near the tailgate that needs to be pulled up and secured in order for the cover to open properly.
If the truck bed cover is hinged, it will have two hinges located near the cab of the truck.
One hinge will be on one side of the truck and another hinge will be on the other side. It may be necessary to release latches that hold these hinges in place before being able to open them up.
Some covers have locks that must also be unlocked in order for them to open properly. This can usually be found near one of the hinges or at one end of the cover itself. It is important to make sure all locks are properly unlocked before attempting to open any type of truck bed cover.
Finally, if there are any straps or clamps along either side of the bed, they must also be released before being able to fully open up a truck bed cover. Usually these straps or clamps will need to be unbuckled or unclipped in order for them to become loose enough for easy access.
In conclusion, opening a truck bed cover can sometimes seem like an intimidating task, but with just a few steps it can become much easier and less time consuming. By making sure all locks are unlocked, all hinges are released, and any straps or clamps are unbuckled, you should have no problem getting your truck bed cover open quickly and easily.
