Tonneau cover release

OLEH POSNACHIWSKY · Nov 28, 2005

I own a 2002 ST. Is there any other way to release the rear tonneau cover from within after the tailgate is down. I'm aware there is a emergency escape handle under the front half. Its always a hassle to have to use the key to release the rear section when you need to access the bed.

Thanks,

Oleh

Ray LaGala 2 · Nov 28, 2005

I'm not sure I don't think so, but it should unlock with the tailgate from inside the cab.

Ed Miles · Nov 28, 2005

Someone did a project I believe and I used was to take the bunjie chords with the small ball (for holding down tarps via the grommits) and slip it through the wire part of the release. One on each side, pull the chords and the cover unlocks. I will try to take some pics and post.

Ed

Kevin Hachey · Nov 28, 2005

Check Projects board or search messages. I think 3 or 4 people came up with different ways to do it. Depends on how handy you are or how much time you want to spend on it. I'm going to do that eventually to mine. Just don't have time....:unsure:

Jason McKinnon · Nov 28, 2005

I'm one of the ones who did a project on this. First, I'm assuming that you have the Ford cover. If you look at the side of the metal boxes over the latch mechanisms on each side of the tonneau, there is a small cutout where you can see the cable. You can push this cable in with one finger, and it will release the latch on that side. Do that on both sides at the same time and it will release.

Phill R · Nov 29, 2005

I did this and it works very well for me.

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With the power lock installed on the tailgate as well, I rarely use the key in the back at all.

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