R1T Original Powered Tonneau Cover Replacement - needs to be broken?

Streaming and other functions without Rivian Connect+

wildlife R1T · 2025-04-03T14:11:49+00:00

I have previously used the streaming capability back when it first came out as well as the hotspot since before Connect+ was a thing. I am trying to get the streaming working again but it seems to have been hidden fully behind the paywall. (Not looking to argue the merits of that system here) I recall after Connect+ came out being able to still use the Hotspot while tethering with my phone, and losing it isn't a big deal other than needing to update my wife's wifi, but I think I remember needing to be on the Hotspot to do casting. My question is, did Rivian remove both of these features to fully behind the connect+ paywall? I thought that if you used phone tethering or if you were connected to WIFI you could use most all of the usual streaming like features of the Rivian? If anyone can recommend how to stream while using tethering I'm sure myself and others without Connect+ would appreciate it.

Vincent

Active Wheeler

Mar 23, 2025

I have heard of other Rivian owners getting their original powered tonneau cover replaced by the updated V1.1... In some instances, the replacement was done under warranty even when the cover was still working.

I got an HVAC plug replacement email from Rivian, and I was trying to decide on when to schedule the service and request the powered tonneau cover replacement. I told them over the phone that it was working but that I had read that Rivian was replacing these under warranty as they are prone to failure. Now that they have it in service, they are reneging on that offer because it is working.

I'm making this post because I'm looking to hear about other owners' experiences with the tonneau cover replacement process. Has anyone had theirs replaced? Also, was your tonneau cover still working before the replacement?

R1T Original Powered Tonneau Cover Replacement - needs to be broken?

Vincent

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