Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: Installing Brackets & Rivets

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Install the rocker panel molding bracket (4) to the vehicle.
Install the rivets (3) that secure the rocker panel molding bracket (4) to the vehicle.
Install the assist step brackets (5) to the vehicle.

NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .

Install the 5 retaining bolts (1) to the inner side of the rocker panel.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts (1) to 29 N.m (21 lb ft).
Install the 5 retaining bolts (2) to the inner side of the rocker panel.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts (1) to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

Fig 2: Installing Stud Plates & Step Brackets

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Install the 5 stud plates (1) to the 5 assist step brackets (2).

Fig 3: Installing Rivets To Secure Assist Step Brackets To Rocker Panel

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Install the rivets (1) that secure the assist step brackets to the rocker panel.
Install the rocker panel molding. Refer to MOLDING REPLACEMENT - ROCKER PANEL (Z-71) or MOLDING REPLACEMENT - ROCKER PANEL (UTILITY)

Fig 4: Installing Spacers & Nuts

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With the aid of an assistant, install the assist step to the vehicle.
Install the spacers and the nuts (1).
Tighten: Tighten the bolts (1) to 29 N.m (21 lb ft).