Electric chevrolet silverado 1500 (t1 xx) 5ft/short bed lhd - excludes models with accessories that would affect egr rolltrac fitment year of manufacture: my 2019 onwards (33 pages)
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Installation time: 120 minutes Caution • Do not attach EGR RollTrac in a location or by a method not specified. • Do not use this product for any vehicle make or model, other than those specified in this document. • Do not remove the plaque or label from this product.
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BED PREP START SECTION A STEP 1-10 EGR RollTrac ASSEMBLY EGR RollTrac SECTION B INSTALLATION STEP 1-11 SECTION C STEP 1-4 OPERATIONS FINISH FINAL NOTES RT0096 Page 2 of 19 Issue 1: 03/07/24...
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SECTION A BED PREPARATION T40 Torx Key Thoroughly wash the vehicle and bed and ensure that all dirt and grease is removed. Allow to dry. Clean the top surfaces of the bed and tailgate and allow to dry. Carefully remove both Rear Tail Lamps with the appropriate tools and store in safe place.
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Soapy Water Fit the front drain tubes to the tub. Ø29mm (11/8”) 55mm (2.1’’) HOLES FOR REAR DRAIN TUBES RHS & LHS ATTENTION Ensure that the diameter of the hole does not exceed Ø29mm (11/8”) Larger hole size will lead to water ingress into the bed 400mm (15.7”) Mark the position of the rear drain tubes holes in the bed rear panel and drill with...
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Soapy Water Feed the rear drain tube into the drilled hole. Guide the plastic tube inside the tail light cavity towards the ground. Push the rubber tube in until it sits firmly in the hole as shown. Secure the drain tube to the existing harness inside the tail light cavity using 1 cable tie. Trim 200mm from the bottom of the drain tube.
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Allen Key 4mm (5/32’’) T40 Torx Key Assemble the corner bracket to the rail using T-Nut (11), screw (6) and torx screw (previously removed) as shown on the RHS. T40 Torx Key Fit rear tub bracket as shown on the RHS. Remove the two torx screws holding the cargo hook and refit with the bracket.
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TAPE0751 TAPE 3x12x500mm QTY: 2 Apply the 3mm EPDM tape to the tub as shown on the RHS and repeat for the LHS. Clean the area with an alcohol wipe. T40 Torx Key TAILGATE NOT SHOWN FOR CLARITY Fit rear tub bracket as shown on the RHS. Use existing hardware to attach the bracket. Use the spacer (12) between the bracket and tub where shown.
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EGR RollTrac ASSEMBLY SECTION B DURING ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE SUPPORT AT CENTER OF CANISTER ONLY, PLACE ON TOP AND BASE CARTON (OR SIMILAR), COVER WITH FOAM BLANKET. TO AVOID SCRATCHING POWDERCOATED SURFACES. 4mm (5/32’’) FIT RHS FIRST ATTENTION: EXPOSE 3 SLATS PRIOR TO ATTENTION: SEAL MUST FACE IN THE FITTING SIDE RAILS.
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DURING ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE SUPPORT AT CENTER OF CANISTER ONLY. PLACE ON TOP AND BASE CARTON (OR SIMILAR), COVER WITH FOAM BLANKET TO AVOID SCRATCHING POWDERCOATED SURFACES. GENTLY WIGGLING THE PART INTO THE FINAL POSITION MAY HELP 90° ALIGN FIT 1st HOLES ALIGN HOLES...
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REMOVE TAPE SECURING THE RUBBER CORNER SEAL CAUTION DO NOT DAMAGE ATTENTION: Remove foam tape end from the side rail before fitting into front cover Slide the Front Plate (2) over the canister and into the side rail channels ensuring that the foam side rail tape is pulled out of side rail and the small rubber corner seal on the RHS and LHS of the front plate are not damaged.
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5.5Nm (4ft-lb) 4mm (5/32’’) REAR VIEW INSERT SCREWS AND TORQUE TO 5.5Nm (ff-lb) Using the 3 screws (6), secure the Front Plate (2) to the Canister Assembly (1) and torque to 5.5Nm (4ft-lb). 5.5Nm (4ft-lb) 4mm (5/32’’) SIDE VIEW Carefully flip the assembly over onto a flat protected surface which will not damage the cover or scratch the paint work.
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LHS SHOWN - RHS IS A MIRROR IMAGE CLEAN WITH ALCOHOL FIRST TAPE TAPES MUST CONTACT Clean powder coated surface first with alcohol spray. Trim foam tape length to ensure the end will butt against front cover seal - avoiding any gap. Peel the protective liner from the foam tape, adhere to the channel in the side rail, Press down firmly to secure.
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Install the Rubber Perimeter Seal (27) into each side rail and ensure seal is firmly seated (note the seal orientation). Important: do not stretch the seal while fitting. SECTION C EGR RollTrac INSTALLATION SETTING BRACE - USER GUIDE • NOT TO BE USED AS LIFTING DEVICE •...
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SIDE RAIL TAILGATE CENTRALISE AND ALIGN THE COVER TO THE MARKINGS FRONT SEAL 27mm TAILGATE COVER POSITION REARWARDS Apply masking tape at the centre of the tailgate. Measure the distance between the rear corners of the tub and draw a centre line on the masking tape. Measure the distance from the marked centre line to both rear corners of the RollTrac and ensure it is equally distanced.
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PERFORM FITMENT CHECK LIFT UP THE HANDLE AND PUSH THE COVER MANUALY Perform width check (using canister end as reference) and diagonal fitment check (mounting bolts may need loosening for adjustment). Open and close the cover by hand, checking for smooth operation and consistent 1.5-2.0mm(0.05-0.07”) side to side free-play of slat assembly within side rails.
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SILICONE SPRAY Close the inspection covers and secure with retained screws. Open and close the EGR RollTrac to distribute lubricant and check operation. Allen Key 2.5mm INSPECTION COVER...
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Lifting the handle to 90 degrees will provide a hand hold so that the user can pull the cover into the next index position. To ensure the EGR RollTrac is properly engaged in the desired position, gently push the handrail at both ends, if excessive movement is observed reposition the hand rail as required.
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