Side Step Molding Removal/Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the rivet.

Fig 1: Disengaging A Clips From Body
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Pull the side step molding outward, then disengage clips A from the body.
Slide the side step molding towards the front of the vehicle and remove clips B from the molding.

Fig 2: Removing B Clips From Molding
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Remove the side step molding.
Install in the reverse order of removal.