What to do if your tonneau cover wont open?

What to do if your tonneau cover wont open?

When your tonneau cover won’t open or becomes stuck, there could be some rust in the opening mechanism. Apply some lubrication to these areas and check to see if there is some damage or general depreciation due to age and frequent use. Consider checking out our post about opening different tonneau covers.

Why are my tonneau covers sticking to my truck?

The most common tonneau cover problems originate from damage, wrong fitting, wearing out due to age, frequent use for prolonged periods, and using the incorrect size for your vehicle. These problems often result in the leaking, flipping and sometimes the cover may stick to the truck bed.

Why does my tonneau cover leak when I wash it?

Another cause of tonneau leakages is pressurized water that penetrates between the edges of the covers while the vehicle is being washed. To prevent your tonneau cover from leaking, you should use a tailgate cover seal that covers both the gap along the bottom and both sides of the tailgate.

When your tonneau cover won’t open or becomes stuck, there could be some rust in the opening mechanism. Apply some lubrication to these areas and check to see if there is some damage or general depreciation due to age and frequent use. Consider checking out our post about opening different tonneau covers.

The most common tonneau cover problems originate from damage, wrong fitting, wearing out due to age, frequent use for prolonged periods, and using the incorrect size for your vehicle. These problems often result in the leaking, flipping and sometimes the cover may stick to the truck bed.

Another cause of tonneau leakages is pressurized water that penetrates between the edges of the covers while the vehicle is being washed. To prevent your tonneau cover from leaking, you should use a tailgate cover seal that covers both the gap along the bottom and both sides of the tailgate.

What causes rainwater to leak from a tonneau?

Basically, rainwater leakage occurs during the stormy or windy rains that force the droplets to squeeze between the tonneau covers and the vehicle body. Tonneau covers are designed to be watertight.

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