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# SIDE STEP > REMOVAL

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HINT:

1. Use the same procedures for the RH side and LH side.
2. The procedures listed below are for the LH side.

1. REMOVE SIDE STEP ASSEMBLY LH

1. Single cab:
   Using a drill bit with a diameter of less than 4 mm (0.16 in.), drill off the 4 rivet heads and remove the side step from the side step stays.

   NOTICE:
   1. Do not drill the rivet at an angle as this will cause damage to the drill and drill hole. Line up the drill and rivet, and carefully drill out the rivet head.
   2. Be careful as the cut rivet will be very hot.

1. Extra cab and double cab:
   Using a drill bit with a diameter of less than 4 mm (0.16 in.), drill off the 6 rivet heads and remove the side step from the side step stays.

   NOTICE:
   1. Do not drill the rivet at an angle as this will cause damage to the drill and drill hole. Line up the drill and rivet, and carefully drill out the rivet head.
   2. Be careful as the cut rivet will be very hot.

1. Continue drilling and push out the remaining rivet fragments.

2. REMOVE SIDE STEP STAY

1. Remove the 2 bolts and No. 1 side step stay LH.

1. Extra cab and double cab:
   Remove the bolt, nut and side No. 2 step stay LH.

1. Single cab:
   Remove the bolt, nut and No. 3 side step stay LH.

1. Extra cab and double cab:
   Remove the 2 bolts and No. 3 side step stay LH.