Fold out the treadplate cardboard box to reveal the template.

Cut out the upper thinner cutout and remove the cardboard template (D) from the cardboard box.

Open tailgate and disconnect door strut.

1. Release retaining clip by rotating it counter clockwise.
2. Pull out retaining clip then remove the strut away from the connection point.

Place the cardboard template (D) into position.

1. Install the cardboard template into position as illustrated along the dashed line.
2. Fasten the template with suitable tape to the inner part of the cardboard template above the perforated edge as illustrated.

Using the supplied cleaner (B) clean the illustrated area.

Apply the supplied adhesion promoter (C) to the illustrated area.

Align the rear treadplate (A) against the cardboard template. Push down on the rear treadplate to make sure it is firmly on the bumper. Then fasten with tape as illustrated.

While holding the rear treadplate in position remove the side adhesive tab strips.

While holding the rear treadplate in position remove the top and bottom adhesive tab strips. Remove any tape that is in the way of this procedure.

Remove all tape and cardboard template (D) and discard.

Check the rear treadplate is installed correctly as illustrated. Then remove the rear treadplate protective layer.

Connect door strut.

1. Place the door strut back onto its connection point and insert the retaining clip into the strut as illustrated.
2. Install the strut by rotating the retaining clip clockwise to lock into position.