Removal Procedure
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- Remove the bolts that attach the running board end caps to the body.
- Remove the bolts that secure the running board to the brackets.
- Remove the running boards from the vehicle.
- Loosen the bolts retaining the HVAC pipes in order to facilitate the removal the assist step brackets. Refer to HEATER PIPE .
- Remove the bolts attaching the brackets to the vehicle.
- Remove the brackets.