Removal [08/2013 - ]

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2014 Lexus ES 300h. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

HINT:

Use the same procedure for the LH side and RH side.
The following procedure is for the LH side.

REMOVE NO. 2 ROCKER PANEL MOLDING PROTECTOR
1. Remove the 2 screws.
  
  Fig 1: Identifying No. 2 Rocker Panel Molding Protector Screws
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2. Remove the clip and No. 2 rocker panel molding protector.