Premium LID MX40P User manual

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Mercedes-Benz X Class Dual Cab

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• Pen / Marker • Die Grinder & multi tool • Soapy water solution
• Centre Punch • Masking Tape • Allen Key set (Metric)
• Drill & Drill bits • Scissors & Knife
• Phillips head screwdriver • Ruler
• Caulking Gun • Spanner & Socket
• Silicon - Non Acetic • Tape measure
• Read Instructions fully before commencing installation.
• Clean Tonneau Cover with a mild detergent and water solution
• Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents
• Refer to manufactures instructions applicable to power drill.
• Protect Tub floor against scratches during installation process.
Check contents of kit before commencing fitment and report any discrepancies
Fitting Instructions Part Number
MX40P. Mercedes-Benz X Class
Dual Cab 2017+
If lubrication of the locks or hinges is required use only Graphite Powder. DO NOT use any other
lubricants or oils.
• Do not stand/sit or rest heavy objects on Tonneau Cover
• Humans or animals are not to be under the closed Tonneau at any given time
• Securely lock tonneau Cover before operating vehicle
• Tonneau Cover is not dust or water tight
• Do not carry open volatile chemicals with Tonneau Cover installed
• If contact with volatile chemicals occur, clean Tonneau with mild detergent and water solution
Tools Required
Maintenance
Care Instructions
IMPORTANT
*Image example shown only

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Installation Steps Flow Chart
START
TUB PREP FOR LID INSTALL
LID INSTALL AND ADJUSTMENT
FINISH

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Thoroughly clean installation areas.
Important:
Instructions are for Utes with an UNDER-RAIL tubliner. If you have an OVER-RAIL tubliner you must trim the
top off.
Find centre and
mark position.

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Hinge mounts:
Align the hinge mounts along front of tray, ensuring the hinges are properly positioned from centre of tub 360 mm
to centre of hinge mount either side along the inside of the front of tub. Attach the hinges using self-drilling screws
(supplied) through holes pre-drilled into the hinges. Apply clear or black silicone to any gaps and between the hing-
es and the vehicle to prevent water entry.
Measure and mark the positions as indicated above from the centre of the bed for placement of the bottom hinges.
WARNING: RECHECK DIMENSIONS TO ENSURE CORRECT MEASURENT
Drive the self-tapping screws through the holes in the top and the base of the hinge plate into the tub. Tighten to
3Nm.
Measure distance
from centre on both
sides and mark.
360 mm 360 mm
The front of your tub will have a bead of seam seal on, please trim if the hinge does not sit flat.

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Using a 2 mm diameter drill bit set to 5 mm drill stop. Drill two pilot holes. Attach small gas strut bracket using self
drilling screws provided. Repeat process on other side of tray. Refer to Fig. 2 and Fig.3
Fig.3 - Gas strut bracket fitment
Attach small shaft end of gas strut onto gas strut brackets, by clicking them in place.
Refer to Fig.4 with regard to gas strut orientation.
Fig.4 - Gas strut orientation
Important:
DO NOT over tighten screws. Recommended tightening torque is 1- 3 Nm
Clean header rail (where extrusion will sit) with alcohol wipes provided and wipe away residue with a dry clean cloth.
Place the extrusion tape seal along the top of the header rail with the sealing lip facing towards the tailgate. Start the
extrusion at the edge of the side rail. IMPORTANT: Position extrusion as close to the header rail rear radius. Rub
down firmly to ensure maximum adhesion.
Gas Struts:
Measure from the front rail inside of tub, measure along top edge of tray 900mm (windscreen end)
then down 20mm and mark the screws position for the gas strut bracket. Position the gas strut
bracket accordingly, mark two mounting holes and centre. Refer to Fig. 1 and Fig. 2
900mm
Fig.1 - Gas strut bracket location
20 mm
Fig.2 - Gas strut bracket location

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Attach lid hinges to tub hinges
by aligning and pushing pin
through.
Click pin down into hinge
locking tab
Important:
Ensure tongues are fully inserted into the hinge slots with hinge pin securely in place.
Fit the lid and adjust so it is even on
both sides and forward as far as
possible while staying level.
Note: When gas struts are fitted, lid
will be pulled back slightly.
When lid is aligned correctly,
secure the catch hinge to the
lid using 4 M8 Thick
Washers and M8 Bolts

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Fig. 9 - Attach gas strut
With the Hard Tonneau Cover opened, attach the cylinder end of each gas strut onto the mounting brackets
attached to the Hard Tonneau Cover by clicking into place
Refer to Fig. 9
Attach the gas struts between
the lid and the mounting brackets.
Important:
If you have purchased a Central Locking Ute Lid please ignore the next page concerning Lock Bracket
Installation and Lock Bracket adjustment.

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Lower lid to close position.
Align catch on lid with centre
of latch bar and mark position
of latch on bracket. Repeat
for the opposite side.
Loosen 2 screws and slide
catch to align correctly with
latch bar. Tighten screws to
secure in place.
Adjust nuts on latch bar to
alter height of bar to suit.
Repeat for the opposite
side.
Fasten latch bracket
in place with self-tapping
screws.
Repeat for the opposite
side. Self Tapping
Screws

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Use an Allen key to loosen the hex key
screw on the catch and tension cable
so it is tight but doesn’t move the catch
at all, then re-tighten the hex key screw.
Cut off excess cable making sure to
leave 20mm from locking allen key bolt.

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Having trouble? Call your Supplier.
NOTE: Please ensure Lid is kept locked at all times when not being used, for both safety and longevity.
Paint care instructions:
Your new painted Hard Tonneau Cover has been covered with a plastic film to protect the paint from damage. It will
require cleaning and possibly light polishing after the protective film has been removed. Use polish as per new paint
on a new vehicle. Wash Hard Tonneau Cover using water and normal carwash detergent and polish with an automo-
tive polish.