2006 Hummer H2 Owner's Manual - Page 291

Tubular Side Steps To install a step: 1. Before installing the bolts: • Remove all traces of the original adhesive patch. • Clean the threads of the bolts with denatured alcohol or equivalent and allow threads to dry. • Apply Threadlocker (GM Part No. 12345382, in Canada 10953489) or equivalent. 2. Install the side step to the vehicle. You may need someone to assist you in the installation. 3. Install the nuts and bolts for the two inner brackets first, but do not tighten them. 4. Using a level, make sure the step is level in relationship to the vehicle. Then, tighten the inner bracket nuts and bolts. The driver's side of the vehicle is shown with the body removed for clarity. To remove a step: 1. Remove the nuts and bolts attaching the step to the vehicle. 2. Remove the step from the vehicle. 5. Install the other nuts and bolts. Tighten all nuts and bolts to 39 lb ft (50 Y). 4-37