Caution: Improperly stored cargo cover panels could be thrown about
the vehicle during a collision or sudden maneuver. Someone could be injured. If a
panel is removed, always store it in the proper storage location. When putting it
back, always make sure that it is securely reattached.
Notice: Exceeding the weight limit of 250 lbs (113 kg)
can damage the cargo covers, and the repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
Do not put anything on top of the cargo covers over the weight limit.
Your vehicle is equipped with a three-piece cargo cover system. The cargo panels
can be removed and stored in the cargo area of the vehicle.
To remove a cargo panel(s), do the following:
- Lower the tailgate. Use the ignition/door key to unlock the tailgate if
it is locked. See
Tailgate
for more information
on the tailgate.
- Before removing the cargo panel(s), notice the numbers embossed on the upper
center portion of each panel. The panels are labeled 1, 2 and 3.
There are also numbered labels on the bottom of the panels. The numbers on the top
and bottom of the panels will be used as reference when removing, storing and reinstalling
the panels.
- Remove cargo panel 3 by pulling the
left and right cargo panel latches, located on the bottom of each cargo panel, toward
you to unlock the cargo panel latches.
- Pull the cargo panel up and then out from the side rails and set it aside.
You only need to remove as many cargo panels as needed for your cargo carrying needs.
- Remove cargo panel 2 in the same
way and set it aside.
- Remove cargo panel 1, but notice
that there are four latches to release (two left-side and two right-side latches).
Set the panel aside.
After you have removed each cargo panel you can store it within the cargo storage
area using the cargo panel storage system.
Cargo Panel Storage System
The three cargo panels can be stored in the cargo area using the storage strap
system. To store the panels, do the following:
Secure the storage strap system in the cargo storage area by attaching the six
clips included on the cargo strap system to the tie down locations on either side
of the storage area.
- Always use the storage strap system to store the cargo panels during driving.
Before storing the cargo panels, be sure that the latches are in the
locked position. The latches are in the locked position when they are parallel to
the front and back edge of the panel.
Use the following instructions for the proper storage sequence and location
for each panel:
- A. Secure clip A on the secondary strap.
B. Secure clip B on the secondary strap.
C. Place the remaining primary straps on top of the lid and tray.
- Starting with cargo panel 1, load
the cargo panel with latches up and facing away from you.
- Store cargo panel 2 by loading the cargo panel with latches down and
facing toward you.
- Store cargo panel 3 by loading the cargo panel with latches up and facing
away from you.
- Move the primary straps inside the cargo box, covering the three cargo covers
(A). Fasten the four strap clips (B).
- Tighten all straps by pulling on the free end of each strap.
- Close both cross locks at the center of the strap system to secure tightly.
Panels 3, 2, 1 Loaded
Reinstalling the Cargo Cover Panels
To reinstall a cargo panel do the following.
- Remove the cargo panel(s) from the storage bag.
You can either
leave the strap system attached to the side of the cargo area while it is not in use,
or you can store it inside the top box storage compartment. See
Top-Box Storage
for more information.
- Starting with cargo panel 1, place
the latches in the unlocked position. Place cargo panel 1 on the cargo area
rails while holding the back of the cargo panel up.
Left Side Shown, Right Side Similar
- Push the panel forward until it is snug against the midgate and then let the
back of the panel down being sure that the pegs align with the receivers.
- Push both left latches away from you to
lock the latches. Remember that there are four latches total for panel 1.
You should hear a click when each latch locks correctly. Lock the remaining two right
latches on panel 1.
For any cargo cover panel you must lock the
left latch in place before you can lock the right latch. If you do not follow this
exactly, the cargo cover panels may not lock in place correctly.
- Install cargo cover 2 next. Place the latches in the unlocked position.
Place the cargo cover panel on the cargo area rails while holding the back of the
cargo panel up.
Left Side Shown, Right Side Similar
- Push the panel forward until it is snug against the other panel and then let
the back of the panel down being sure that the pegs align with the receivers.
- Push the latches away from you, starting
with the left latch, to lock the panel in place. You should hear a click when each
latch locks correctly.
- Install cargo cover 3 next. Place the latches in the unlocked position.
Place the cargo cover panel on the cargo area rails while holding the back of the
cargo panel up.
Left Side Shown, Right Side Similar
- Push the panel forward until it is snug against the other panel and then let
the back of the panel down being sure that the pegs align with the receivers.
- Push the latches away from you, starting
with the left latch, to lock the panel in place. You should hear a click when each
latch locks correctly.
Folding and Storage of Straps
To store the folding straps inside the top box storage compartment, do the following:
- Extend the six strap ends on a flat surface.
- Fold the four primary strap ends towards the center as shown.
- Take the short strap and surround the folded webbing, forming a package.
- Take the secondary strap and wrap it around the package. Finally, attach the
hooks to the webbing and place inside the top box storage compartment.
Cargo Tie Downs
There are cargo tie downs in the rear cargo area that you can use to strap cargo
in.