Assist Step Replacement

Assist Step Replacement

Removal Procedure





1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
2. Remove the 9 nuts that retain the assist step (2) to the vehicle.
3. Lower the vehicle in order to gain the necessary clearance to remove the assist step (2).
4. Remove the assist step (2) from the vehicle.



Installation Procedure





1. Install the assist step (2) to the vehicle. Secure the step with 1 nut at each end of the step. Do not tighten completely at this time.
2. Raise and suitably support the vehicle.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

3. Install the remaining 7 nuts that retain the assist step (2).

Tighten all 9 assist step nuts to 54 N.m (40 lb ft).

4. Lower the vehicle.