How To Remove the Hitch Cover on Rivian R1S

[BG]

Tools Needed:
-No special tools are required! You can use your hands to unscrew the two clips.
-If you have a flathead screwdriver or quarter, that may help.

1. Locate the Hitch Cover



The hitch cover is in the center of the rear bumper.

2. Locate the tabs



Look for the two (2) small tabs or slots underneath the hitch cover. Loosen the two tabs with a screwdriver, quarter, or your fingers.

3. Gently Pull Straight Down




Grip the bottom edge of the hitch cover on both sides and gently pull it down—alternate pulling on the right-hand side and then the left-hand side. You will need to give it some force and you might think you're breaking something but you're not. These tabs are very tight.

4. Remove the Cover



Once all tabs are released, the hitch cover should come off easily. Set it aside in a safe place.

5. Finished



That’s it! You’re all set to remove the hitch cover on your Rivian R1S. If you have any questions or run into issues, let me know.

The cover fits perfectly in the rear storage compartment. Great place to keep the cover when not in use.

 

[rustytaco]

Do you think you're going to keep it off or take it on and off?

 

[BG]

Do you think you're going to keep it off or take it on and off?

The wife wanted me to put it back on... so I put it back on. If it was my personal daily, I would have just left it off.

 

[r1rover]

You can remove the cover with your hands but it's kind of a PITA. Just use a large flathead to take it off and put it back on. The flathead will give it the extra leverage to make sure the cover stays closed. I used to use my fingers to hand tighten it but it never stays on for long when I dod that. Flathead for the win.