GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

  1. Open the spare tire carrier to the full open position.
  2. Open the endgate.

  3. Object Number: 1412539  Size: SH
  4. Release the plastic retainer at the endgate side of the bed rail protector.
  5. Remove the screws securing the cargo box rail to the body.
  6. Remove the bed rail.
  7. Release the retainer clips.
  8. Lift and remove the cargo box rail protector.

Installation Procedure

  1. Position the cargo box rail protector to the cargo box rail under the lower sail panel.
  2. Secure the retainers into the body panel.

  3. Object Number: 1412539  Size: SH
  4. Secure the plastic retainer to the endgate side of the bed rail protector.
  5. Position the cargo box rail to the cargo box protector.
  6. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  7. Install the screws.
  8. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

  9. Close the endgate.
  10. Latch and secure the spare tire carrier.