Removal and Installation

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Fig 1: Removing Rocker Panel Moulding Screws

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NOTE:

When removing the rocker panel molding, start at one end and proceed to the opposite end of the molding.

Remove the rocker panel molding screws.

Fig 2: Removing Step Bar Bracket Bolts, And Step Bar
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If equipped, remove the six step bar bracket bolts, and the step bar.

Fig 3: Removing Rocker Panel Moulding Pin-Type Retainers
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Remove the six rocker panel molding pin-type retainers.

Fig 4: Removing Rocker Panel Moulding
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NOTE:
- When removing the rocker panel molding use a wedge type tool to assist in the removal, start at one end and proceed to the opposite end of the molding.
NOTE:
- The rocker panel molding retainer clips are one-time use only. New clips must be used during installation.
Remove the rocker panel molding.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.