Ford Ranger Canopy Installation Guide of UniUte Force Pro Fibreglass Canopy on the Ford Ranger Next Gen 2022 +
Installing a canopy on your Ford Ranger can be simple when you follow the correct steps. This Ford Ranger Canopy Installation Guide explains how to fit the UniUte Force Pro Fibreglass Canopy on the Next Gen Ranger 2022+, including wiring, sealing, and final testing.
This guide walks you through every step — wiring, sealing, and final alignment — using the genuine installation process from the official fitting manual.
⚠️ Important: Read these instructions fully before starting. Work carefully and allow around 1 hour 30 minutes for installation with at least two people.
🧾 General Notes
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Read through all fitting instructions before starting installation.
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Discard and recycle all packaging in line with local recycling regulations.
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Safely store and protect any removed vehicle components.
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To comply with Ford Warranty Policy, a genuine Ford J-Brace Strengthening Kit must be installed — check details with your local Ford Dealer.
🔧 Tools Required
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Wrench & 13 mm socket
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13 mm spanner
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Trim removal tool
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Degreaser & cloth
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Cable ties ( supplied in kit )
⚙️ Step-by-Step Installation
1. Disconnect Battery
Note down all clock and radio settings.
In the engine bay, disconnect the negative battery terminal to prevent electrical faults.
2. Remove Interior Trim (LHS)
Inside the cabin, remove:
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Left-hand-side front scuff plate
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B-pillar trim
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Left-hand-side rear scuff plate
This gives access for wiring.
3. Connect Battery Harness
Connect the chassis harness:
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Positive lead → battery positive terminal
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Negative lead → battery negative terminal
4. Route Harness Through Engine Bay
Run the harness down the engine bay following the existing vehicle harness toward the left-rear of the vehicle.
Secure with cable ties every 300 mm.
5. Feed Harness Through Cabin Grommet
Under the LHS passenger seat, lift the carpet and remove the blanking grommet.
Feed the grommet branch of the chassis harness through, creating a watertight seal.
6. Continue Routing Along Chassis Rail
Continue running the power harness along the chassis rail to the rear, securing it to the factory harness every 300 mm.
7. Connect Rear 8-Way Plug (LHS)
At the LHS rear, route the canopy branch over the tail-lamp and insert the loose terminals into the supplied 8-way connector following the colour-code table in your fitting guide.
8. Patch Across to RHS Tail Lamp
Route the branch with 16-way connectors across the vehicle tub to the right-hand side and patch into the 16-way connector pair located below the RHS tail-lamp.
9. Connect Demister Harness
Plug the demister harness into the one-way demister connector on the rear window.
10. Route Demister Harness to Cabin
Run the other end of the demister harness along the LHS rear door sill and through the same grommet under the LHS passenger seat, securing it every 300 mm.
11. Join Demister and Chassis Harnesses
Under the LHS seat, connect the 3-way connector from the demister harness to the 3-way connector on the chassis harness.
12. Prepare Tub Rails
Degrease the top surface of the tub rails thoroughly.
13. Apply Mounting Tape
Apply the mounting foam tape in one continuous strip along the upper side of each bed rail.
14. Seal Front Bed Area
Apply a bead of automotive-grade silicone to the front bed rail joints for additional water protection.
15. Position the Canopy
With four people, lift the canopy onto the vehicle with the tailgate open.
Align it carefully so the rear glass door clears the vehicle’s tailgate.
16. Check Tailgate Alignment
Ensure the rubber seal of the canopy tailgate lightly touches the vehicle tailgate — this confirms a perfect fit and weather-tight seal.
17. Connect Main Harness
Join the 8-way female canopy connector on the chassis harness to the 8-way male connector on the canopy harness.
18. Close & Inspect Fitment
Close both tailgates and verify smooth operation and even panel gaps.
19. Secure the Canopy
Bolt down the canopy at the indicated mounting points using the supplied bolts and washers. Tighten evenly across both sides.
20. Test All Functions
Before finishing, test:
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Rear-window defroster
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Central locking system
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Interior light
📺 Video Guide
🎥 Watch the full installation video: https://youtu.be/9DNZ2WFSZ3g
⏩ Note: Step 1 in the video applies only to Wildtrak and Platinum Ranger trims.
Owners of all other Ranger models should skip to Step 2 (05:05 in the video).
📄 Download the Official Fitting Guide (PDF)
📥 Download the full UniUte Force Pro Canopy Fitting Guide (PDF)
🧠 Quick Recap & Pro Tips
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Always disconnect the battery before wiring.
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Double-check harness routing for clearance from exhaust or moving parts.
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Two people minimum for lifting — four makes alignment much easier.
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Re-torque mounting bolts after your first 100 km of driving.