Tailgate Step

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Fig 1: Exploded View Of Tailgate Step With Torque Specifications

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Item	Part Number	Description
1	W712069	Tailgate step inside bolt (2 required)
2	W707916	Tailgate step upper bolt (4 required)
3	99439A00	Rubber bumper
4	-	Tailgate step nab pin nuts (part of 402A48) (2 required)
5	9940602	Moulding
6	99402A48	Tailgate step assembly
7	99402K19	Rail slider and roller assembly repair kit (2 required)

NOTE: Select parts are available for repair of some individual tailgate step components.

Lower the tailgate and open the assist step.
Remove the 2 Torx head tailgate step inside bolts from the inside of the tailgate.
- To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
  
  Fig 2: Locating Torx Head Tailgate Step Inside Bolts
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the 4 Torx head tailgate step bolts from the top of the tailgate.
- To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
  
  Fig 3: Locating Torx Head Tailgate Step Bolts
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the tailgate step.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.