Tailgate Step Assist Handle

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Ford F-550 Super Duty, 2013 Ford F-450 Super Duty, 2013 Ford F-350 Super Duty, and 2013 Ford F-250 Super Duty. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Tailgate Step Assist Handle And Bolt With Torque Specifications

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Item	Part Number	Description
1	99402B64	Tailgate assist handle bolt
2	9943300	Tailgate assist handle

Lower the tailgate.
Remove the Torx head bolt from the assist handle.
- To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
  
  Fig 2: Locating Assist Handle Torx Head Bolt
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the assist handle.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.