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Molding - Rocker Panel - LH - Remove And Replace: Remove

  1. Open the LH front and rear doors.
  2. Remove the rocker panel scuff plate. See Scuff Plate - Rocker Panel - LH (Remove And Replace) .
  3. Remove the push clip that attaches the rocker panel molding to the LH front wheel arch liner.
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  4. Remove the push clips (x2) that attach the rocker panel molding to the LH rear wheel arch liner.
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  5. Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the LH fairing, and then release the tabs (x4) that attach the fairing to the vehicle.

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • Ratchet/torque wrench
    • 4 in extension
    • 8 mm socket
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  6. Release the bolt covers (x3) on the bottom edge of the LH rocker panel molding.
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  7. Remove the upper bolts (x7) and lower bolts (x4) that attach the LH rocker panel molding to the body.

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • Ratchet/torque wrench
    • 4 in extension
    • 10 mm socket
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  8. Release the LH rocker panel molding at the front and rear fenders first, and then remove the molding from the vehicle.
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