K 2500 Suburban 4WD V8-6.0L VIN U (2001)
5. Remove the 5 retaining bolts (1) from the inner side of the rocker panel.
6. Remove the 5 retaining bolts (2) from the inner side of the rocker panel.
7. Remove the assist step brackets (5) from the vehicle.
8. Drill out the rivets (3) for the rocker panel molding bracket (4).
9. Remove the bracket (4) from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the rocker panel molding bracket (4) to the vehicle.
2. Install the rivets (3) that secure the rocker panel molding bracket (4) to the vehicle.
3. Install the assist step brackets (5) to the vehicle.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
4. Install the 5 retaining bolts (1) to the inner side of the rocker panel.
Tighten the bolts (1) to 29 N.m (21 lb ft).
5. Install the 5 retaining bolts (2) to the inner side of the rocker panel.
Tighten the bolts (1) to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
6. Install the 5 stud plates (1) to the 5 assist step brackets (2).
