STREAMLIGHT TLR 7 & 8 MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS

RAIL KEY INSTALLATION/REMOVAL
THE TLR MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE FIREARM BEFORE THIS PROCEDURE CAN BE PERFORMED.
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A KEY MUST BE USED OR THE TLR WILL SLIDE OFF THE WEAPON RAIL UNDER RECOIL.
Rail Key Removal
1. Fully tighten the rail clamp tension bolt.
2. The e-clip will become accessible on the end of rail clamp tension bolt (not installed from the factory).
3. Align the e-clip side of the multi-tool with the pin facing towards the lens and apply pressure to free
the e-clip from the rail clamp tension bolt. The tool must push against the open end of the e-clip.
4. Unscrew the rail clamp tension bolt and remove it completely (the tension spring must stay with the
rail clamp tension bolt).
Rail Key Installation
1. Unscrew the rail clamp tension bolt and remove it completely (the tension spring must stay with the rail clamp tension bolt).
2. Place the key into the slot between the movable portion of the rail clamp and the fixed side. Note: The key is fitted properly when the rail clamp tension bolt can be installed.
3. Insert the rail clamp tension bolt through the fixed side of the rail clamp, through the key and tighten into the movable side of the clamp.
4. Tighten the rail clamp tension bolt fully against the fixed side of the rail clamp.
5. Place the e-clip onto the moveable rail clamp and align the open end with the groove in the
threaded portion of the rail clamp tension bolt.
6. Align the e-clip side of the multi-tool with the pin facing towards the switch and push the tool
until the e-clip snaps into place.
FLASHLIGHT MOUNTING/REMOVAL
1. The TLR is designed to be quickly attached or detached from the side of the weapon or accessory rail.
2. Loosen the rail clamp tension bolt.
3. Angle the TLR, placing the fixed portion of the rail clamp against the accessory rail and align the rail key with
the appropriate cross groove in the accessory rail.
4. Depress the rail clamp tension bolt to open the rail clamp, rotate the TLR into place and release the pressure on the tension bolt to “snap” the light in place.
5. Check for fit and tighten rail clamp tension bolt until the TLR is securely attached to the firearm.
BATTERY INSTALLATION/REMOVAL
At the end of battery life, the switch may appear intermittent or non-functional. Replacing the battery will restore normal operation.
1. Unscrew and remove the facecap assembly from the body of the TLR. Remove the exhausted battery from the flashlight body.
2. Insert a fresh CR123A battery, positive end first, into the body of the TLR. Battery polarity is indicated on the side of the TLR body.
3. Place the facecap assembly onto the TLR body. Fully tighten the facecap assembly to ensure that the battery makes complete contact with the internal electrical contacts.
4. For “safe” mode, loosen the facecap approximately 1⁄4 turn to the detent. The light/laser will not turn on when either button is pressed and the battery is disconnected.
Safe mode
SWITCH OPERATION
The TLR-7® and TLR-8® models feature ambidextrous side switches. The TLR-7® A and TLR-8® A models feature ambidextrous rear switches. All models provide momentary or constant activation and allows selection of the light/ laser (TLR-8® models only).
• A tap on either switch turns the unit “on” or “off”.
• Press and hold either switch for momentary activation of the unit.
• To cycle through the available modes (TLR-8® models only; Light, Laser, Light/Laser), press and hold one switch
and tap the other switch until desired mode is reached. The selected mode will be saved when unit is turned “off”.
• NOTE: The TLR will not operate if the facecap is in “safe” mode.
Side Switches
Rear Switch Options
The TLR-7® A and TLR-8® A have two versions of tail switch available, depending on user grip preference.
The LOW switch set presents the rear switches lower on either side of the trigger guard while the HIGH switch set presents the rear switch higher up on either side of the trigger guard. The LOW and HIGH tail switches are interchangeable by using the push pin feature on the multi-tool to press the retaining pin clear of the paddle on one side and then the other. See the switch removal and replacement views below.
Note: The LOW and HIGH tail switches are not compatible with the TLR-7® and TLR-8® side switch models.
TLR-7® A LOW Tail Switch
Switch Replacement
Tail Switches
The TLR ships from the factory with the strobe mode disabled. To enable strobe, starting from the “Off” position, tap either switch very rapidly 9 times (within 1⁄4 second per tap) and hold down on the 10th time. Hold the switch until the light turns off (about one second) which indicates reprogramming was successful. Repeat the procedure above to disable strobe mode.

[@ace15javi]

I never would have guessed mounting a light was more than just attaching it as it comes right out the box haha… very helpful

[@MNKLJHBG]

The trick is to actually put the e clip before mounting the light on the gun. If you install this light on a full size gun it’s really hard to secure the eclip after mounting because it’s almost impossible to access the notch on the securing screw. Just do it before you mount it, thank me later!

[@jakeroberts3070]

My screw already had scratches but the light works well

[@michaelturk7237]

The rest of this flashlight is fantastic, definitely worth it. But here is no reason for these abominable clips to exist. Why in God's name wouldn't you just have a receiving nut for added tension, plus a little Loctite? I'm punching air over here trying to get literally less than a cent's worth of steel into a gap the size of my peehole. This part of the design should have been phased out years ago. *NO ONE* wants to deal with tiny parts. They should know this by now. Eff this. I'm raw-doggin' it till I can find some Loctite.

[@jtasgl88]

Did you try doing it with the light not mounted? Use the little tool that comes with it and it will push right on.

[@michaelturk7237]

@@jtasgl88 I eventually got it on that way. What no one tells you is that the screw's threading has a gap on the end where you're supposed to slide the clip on, before sliding the light onto the weapon and tightening it the rest of the way. Of course, if they had just machined the screw 1/16th of an inch further, this wouldn't be an issue, but w/e. PS-- the tool didn't help. That microscopic lip they give you helps none when the rest of the tool is a stubby bit of plastic that bumps against the body of the light. Stupid design. Absolute buffoonery. I got the clip in with a very small punch and a pair of thin needlenose pliers, blunted at the end.

[@Juggernaut429-e2v]

You are completely right, that clip is worthless. I thought the same about a nut and loctite.

[@joegott1872]

Best video on the install. Nice job

[@AnthonyMorris-hu3cu]

Very very helpful.Thank you so much!

[@dubcheeseburger]

ty, didnt install eclip and after a few hundred rounds came loose

[@modenajon]

Will blue lock tight alone be good enough?? I can’t get the damn clip on and don’t want to scratch anything.

[@Carolina_Cocks]

Pro tip on the e-clip….take the light off the pistol, tighten the screw all the way, this will expose enough of the threads to push it on, then loosen the screw, mount to the pistol, and tighten down.

[@34dawgsgo]

You are right about scratches on the screw. Wish I had known beforehand. Mounted a Foxtrot 1x on a Sig Compact 320 for Home defense.

[@EternallyGr8FULL]

3:18 The most important part and I can't see what you did there.

[@DirtySouthRob1]

I just put this on my FN reflex and it doesn't fit it's loose.

[@tat-is4of]

Boy i tell you what. Seeing that e clip make me wanna buy the o light baldr mini

[@gcrjr67]

e clip is B.S. for the price they need something better

[@Bulk_Bullets]

Yea idk why they don’t have a cap or something that screws on at that side to really lock it in. It could use the same side on the multi tool to tighten down. For now i just put loctite instead of the e clip

[@RejectedManiac]

Fuck that clip. I used loctite blue 242

[@michael5619]

You'd be better off just keeping a nickel on ya to tighten once in a while

[@com34x]

Olight mount style is much better.

[@Naturespalette333]

​@RejectedManiac thanks for the tip! Eclip is garbage

[@mattneiderhiser950]

What size is the e clip? I accidentally threw mine away while installing the light the other day… I know my local hardware store has e clips

[@brandondane4777]

How do I put on e clip. I lost one in 3 mins. They need to send me more. 150$ and this won’t even go on.

[@jacobjohnson2933]

lol that’s my problem too

[@AnthonyMorris-hu3cu]

After several try’s with the “Multi-Tool” I reverted to using a very small pair of needle nose pliers and a micro screwdriver. I’ve had to use this method often when I was a Mercruiser/OMC/Johnson/ and Mercury mechanic. Best of luck to ya!

[@gingymartinez4552]

I struggled with the same issue. After I tightened the screw more it exposed more which allowed me to insert the clip. Hope this helps.

[@jacobjohnson2933]

@@gingymartinez4552 I figured that out too shortly after my comment

[@wolfbatt]

I have the TLR8A I cant get it sight in!

[@d.jarrett6489]

Great video!

[@Jesusislord3334]

I’ve tried forever to get this thing on this morning. Already lost one in the carpet. I’ve decided to give up and leave it off. From the research l I’ve done they are not really necessary anyway . I may be wrong. Whatever happens O Well it happens . Thanks for the video nevertheless!👍

[@DannyWifi]

Hello! Thank you for the video, I was able to install it easily with your method, however I’ve seem to have lost the e clip or it was misplaced. Does your website provide e clips for sale?

[@com34x]

Are you suppose to use Loctite at all for this installation? Will the clip alone be enough to keep it from flying off?

[@tezshok119]

Bump +1. My issue with the 1913 + the key is that it is still coming off during stress, as well. Trying it one more time by just tightening the thing, reallly tight though Im afraid of damaging the screw or light.

[@com34x]

​@tezshok119 I ended up using blue loctite. After my first trip to the range the light was a little bit loose and the Loctite seems to be keeping it in place.

[@tezshok119]

@com34x thanks, good to know there's a back up solution

[@Mnemik1]

great video

[@wilkaiba]

Those e-clips are garbage. I lost them just carrying daily.

[@mattmilburn9647]

very helpful thanks for the video!

[@regularjoe6137]

Fist step: loose all E clips right away.

[@Skeetacus3]

It’s not that hard the reason it’s hard is because you need to have enough of the screw sticking out then once placed you can back it out until the metal sits tight with the base

[@doom9863]

Never thought I’d be defeated by an e clip but here I am

[@premiumselectsupplies]

Been there, too. Put it on a tray or something to contain them a bit before they hit the floor.

[@benbourdow7606]

Eclip is horseshit

[@chuckpeters1]

The e-clip makes this a poor choice. I wouldn't buy this.