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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: Identifying Assist Step Support Brackets to Frame Bolts
    GM1334735Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: The brackets are location specific.
  1. Install the assist step support brackets if removed previously.
    2. NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  2. Install the bolts that retain the assist step support brackets to the frame.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

    3. Fig 2: View of Assist Step
    GM1334734Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the assist step to the assist step mounting brackets.
    4. Fig 3: Identifying Assist Step to Support Brackets Fasteners
    GM1334733Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the assist step to the mounting bracket bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

  5. Lower the vehicle.
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