DECKED MT7 Installation Instructions Manual

Toyota tacoma 5'1” bed length

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TOYOTA TACOMA

• Adjustable wrench (that opens to about 1")

• 1/2" open end wrench

• #2 Phillips screwdriver,

• Short 7/32" hex wrench

• 7/16" deep socket

• 3/8" socket

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Installation Instructions:

MT5 / MT7

5'1" BED LENGTH

MT5 2005-2018 / MT7 2019-CURRENT

TOOLS REQUIRED

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• Electric drill

• 9/64" drill bit

• 1/4" drill bit

• 5/16" drill bit

• Drill stop

• T40 Torx Driver

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VERSION 1.1

MT5 / MT7 | v.1.1 | Page 1

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Page 1: Installation Instructions
• 5/16" drill bit • 7/16” deep socket • Drill stop • T40 Torx Driver • 3/8” socket Watch short installation videos at www.decked.com/video | Register your system at www.decked.com/warranty FOLLOW US: @DECKEDUSA | #DECKEDUSA VERSION 1.1 DECKED.COM | 208.806.0251 DECKED.COM | #DECKEDUSA | @DECKEDUSA...
Page 2 RIGHT STUD CABSIDE VERT LEFT DECK (NARROW) RIGHT AMMO LEFT AMMO RULER CAN LID CENTER VERT RIGHT C-CHANNEL LEFT STUD TAILGATE TORSION LEFT AMMO LEFT BRACE C-CHANNEL DECKED.COM | #DECKEDUSA | @DECKEDUSA MT5 / MT7 | v.1.1 | Page 2...
Page 3 ▼ HEY! TORQUE BOY: READ BEFORE YOU INSTALL DECKED ▼ 1. DON’T be an idiot read the instructions. 5. Start all bolts with fingers to avoid cross-threading 2. DON'T over tighten bolts, get em' hand-tight. 6. DON'T over tighten J-hooks during installation.
Page 4 Align shim to channel in floor shown. Place shim 6 1/2” from rear of bed (red). 3” 6 1/2” PLACE LARGE SHIM OVER FACTORY BED BOLT AS SHOWN. REPEAT PASSENGER SIDE. DECKED.COM | #DECKEDUSA | @DECKEDUSA MT5 / MT7 | v.1.1 | Page 4...
Page 5 BAG PREP-MT5 or MT7. • Repeat driver side unless you don't have a driver's side cubby. If not, follow the instructions for driver's side on NOTE: On passenger side ONLY, you will need to add a washer; BAG PREP-MT5 or MT7... next page.
Page 6 DRIVER'S SIDE ONLY DETAIL A PLATE BOLT INSTALLATION DRIVER'S SIDE ONLY HOLE DRILLING RECOMMENDED TORQUE: 5/16" DRILL BIT Bolts in labeled bag PREP-MT7 - 53 in-lb. .62" DRILL STOP DECKED.COM | #DECKEDUSA | @DECKEDUSA MT5 / MT7 | v.1.1 | Page 6...
Page 7 Bolts in labeled bag S1 - 27 in-lb. HELPFUL TIP: BAG S1, a.k.a "Bunker Hill," is required for most of the steps, so keep it close! These bolts are highlighted throughout instructions in RED. DECKED.COM | #DECKEDUSA | @DECKEDUSA MT5 / MT7 | v.1.1 | Page 7...
Page 8 • LOOSELY attach studs to cabside vert with six bolts; BAG S1. CENTER VERT DRIVER SIDE STUD CABSIDE VERT PASSENGER SIDE STUD KEEP LOOSE KEEP LOOSE (YOGA HELPS) DECKED.COM | #DECKEDUSA | @DECKEDUSA MT5 / MT7 | v.1.1 | Page 8...
Page 9 RECOMMENDED TORQUE: Bolts in labeled bag S1 - 27 in-lb. HELPFUL TIP: This step seems like a waste of time, but Dr. DECKED says it's important...don't skip out. DECKED.COM | #DECKEDUSA | @DECKEDUSA MT5 / MT7 | v.1.1 | Page 9...
Page 10 3/4" BOLT FLANGED NUT STUD BRACKET THREE 3 1/2" BOLTS STEP 3 NOTE: Make sure centerline arrows on cabside vert are aligned with your centerline mark (blue). DECKED.COM | #DECKEDUSA | @DECKEDUSA MT5 / MT7 | v.1.1 | Page 10...
Page 11 • Repeat passenger side. DETAIL A 1/4” DRILL BIT DRILL STOP 1/2” MAKE SURE CABSIDE BRACKET (GREY) IS FLUSH AGAINST BED DRILL HOLES (GREEN) RECOMMENDED TORQUE: 53 in-lb. DECKED.COM | #DECKEDUSA | @DECKEDUSA MT5 / MT7 | v.1.1 | Page 11...
Page 12 NOTE: If your pal left, clank some cans together to get them to come back. • Install three 1" bolts through holes in cabside bracket and pickup bed; BAG PREP-MT5 or MT7. • Play Rock Paper Scissors with your pal. The loser needs to hold the backing plate inside the wheel well and attach three flanged nuts;...
Page 13 • DETAIL B: Tightly attach C-channel to stud; BAG S1. • Repeat passenger side. DETAIL A DETAIL B RECOMMENDED TORQUE: Bolts in labeled bags S1, S2, N1 - 27 in-lb. KEEP LOOSE TIGHTEN C-CHANNEL END PLATE DECKED.COM | #DECKEDUSA | @DECKEDUSA MT5 / MT7 | v.1.1 | Page 13...
Page 14 • Repeat passenger side nut and bolt). NYLON WASHER NYLON WASHER RUBBER WASHER RUBBER WASHER DETAIL A RECOMMENDED TORQUE: Bolts in labeled bag S1 - 27 in-lb. DECKED.COM | #DECKEDUSA | @DECKEDUSA MT5 / MT7 | v.1.1 | Page 14...
Page 15 DRIVER SIDE AMMO CAN PASSENGER SIDE AMMO CAN KEEP LOOSE KEEP LOOSE ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ TAILGATE TAILGATE HELPFUL TIP: Make sure the hooks open toward tailgate. DECKED.COM | #DECKEDUSA | @DECKEDUSA MT5 / MT7 | v.1.1 | Page 15...
Page 16 Bolts in labeled bag WHEELS - 90 in-lb. GOES HERE 2" BOLT CORNER BRACKET WHEELS DRAWER 2 DRAWER 1 HELPFUL TIP: If you purchased drain plugs, install now (instructions are included with drain plugs). DECKED.COM | #DECKEDUSA | @DECKEDUSA MT5 / MT7 | v.1.1 | Page 16...
Page 17 HELPFUL TIP: Cut weatherstrips if they overhang. DETAIL B DECKED.COM | #DECKEDUSA | @DECKEDUSA MT5 / MT7 | v.1.1 | Page 17...
Page 18 HELPFUL TIP: Bottle opener goes outside .905” Bolts - 27 in-lb. | J-hooks - 9 in-lb. BOTTLE OPENER of torsion brace. 1/2” Bolts & 1/4” Ruler screw - 18 in-lb. DECKED.COM | #DECKEDUSA | @DECKEDUSA MT5 / MT7 | v.1.1 | Page 18...
Page 19 UNDERSIDE VIEW OF DECK Drill through the top of steel 9/64” DRILL tube ONLY. DRILL STOP DO NOT: Drill through both sides = YOU'RE FIRED! of steel tube 1/2” DECKED.COM | #DECKEDUSA | @DECKEDUSA MT5 / MT7 | v.1.1 | Page 19...
Page 20 Add hashtag #DECKEDUSA | @DECKEDUSA. DETAIL A DETAIL B FINAL MID DRIVER SIDE PASSENGER SIDE AMMO CAN LID AMMO CAN LID #DECKEDUSA | @DECKEDUSA DECKED.COM | #DECKEDUSA | @DECKEDUSA MT5 / MT7 | v.1.1 | Page 20...
Page 21 (3) years from the date of the original purchase. If within three (3) years from the original date of purchase this product fails due to defect in materials or workmanship, DECKED LLC will replace any defective part at its option.