LAND ROVER ACCESSORY FITTING INSTRUCTIONS

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LAND ROVER

DEFENDER

DEPLOYABLE SIDE STEPS - 130

VPLEP0394 / VPLEP0393 / VPLEP0422 / VPLEP0518 / VPLRP0486 / VPLET0339 / VPLEP0519 / VPLLE0054 / VPLLE0055 / FN106046 / LR112137

FITTING INSTRUCTION

WARNING
  • Accessories which are not correctly installed can be dangerous. Read the instructions carefully prior to ordering and installation to make sure this accessory is applicable to your variant of vehicle. Comply with instructions at all times. If in doubt, contact your nearest approved retailer.
Kits Required Part Number Superseded by
Deployable Side Step - Right Side VPLEP0393 VPLLE0054
Deployable Side Step - Left Side VPLEP0394 VPLLE0055
Undershields VPLEP0422
Deployable Side Step - Harness VPLEP0518
Running Board Control Module (RBM) VPLRP0486
Module Bracket VPLET0339
Deployable Side Steps Bracket (Not required if the vehicle already has a towbar installed) VPLEP0519
M6 Nut FN106046
Trim Clips (Ordered as required) LR112137

Deployable Side Steps (Bill of Materials)

Undershields (Bill of Materials)

Deployable Side Steps Harness (Bill of Materials)

RBM

Module Bracket

Deployable Side Steps Bracket

NOTE
  • Additional part required 'ONLY' if 'Towing' is already installed to your vehicle.

M6 Nut

NOTE
  • If installing the deployable side steps 'WITH' a towbar already installed then only x2 M6 nuts will need to be ordered.
  • If installing the deployable side steps 'WITHOUT' a towbar installed then x4 M6 nuts will need to be ordered.

Trim Clips

NOTE
  • Trim clips - LR112137 will need to be ordered as required if they are damaged during removal of the exterior body trims. The maximum quantity that may be required is x30 for both sides of the vehicle.

Warnings / Cautions / Notes

CAUTION
  • Do not loosen any fixings already installed on the deployable side steps prior to installation.
NOTE
  • Place the vehicle on a 4 post ramp before installation.
  • Deployable side steps can 'ONLY' be installed to Defender 110 or 130 vehicles.
REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS
1

Move both front seats to the furthest forward position. See Owner's Handbook.

2

Fold down second row seats and move to the furthest forward position if that option is available to your vehicle specification. See Owner's Handbook.

3

Disconnect the 12V battery.

  • For additional information, please refer to the official Workshop Manual. 12V System Disconnect and Connect (414-00)
4
NOTE
  • This step applies 'ONLY' to 5 seat vehicles.

Remove the loadspace cover.

5
NOTE
  • This step applies 'ONLY' to 8 seat vehicles.

Remove the loadspace cover.

6
NOTE
  • This step applies 'ONLY' to 8 seat vehicles.

Remove x2 fixings to remove the hider rail.

7
NOTE
  • This step applies 'ONLY' to 8 seat vehicles.

Remove jack from loadspace stowage compartment then remove x2 clips to remove the loadspace stowage compartment.

8

Remove x2 fixings and pull loadspace treadplate away from its x4 clips underneath to remove the treadplate.

9
NOTE
  • This step 'ONLY' applies to vehicles installed with rear antenna module.

Remove x2 fixings to move aside antenna module to gain access to the back panel studs behind.

10
NOTE
  • This step applies 'ONLY' to 8 seat vehicles.

Remove third row seat cushions.

  • For additional information, please refer to the official Workshop Manual. Third Row Seat Center Cushion Cover - 130 (501-10C)
  • For additional information, please refer to the official Workshop Manual. Third Row Seat Cushion Cover - 130 (501-10C)
11
NOTE
  • Second row seats are not shown in this graphic to provide clarity.

Remove both left and right side C-pillar upper trim panels.

  • For additional information, please refer to the official Workshop Manual. C-Pillar Upper Trim Panel - [+] 110/[+] 130 (501-05)
12
NOTE
  • Second row seats are not shown in this graphic to provide clarity.

Remove both left and right loadspace trim panels.

  • For additional information, please refer to the official Workshop Manual. C-Pillar Lower Trim Panel - Left (501-05)
13
NOTE
  • Seats are not shown in this graphic to provide clarity.

Partially lift both left and right rear treadplates from its clips where arrowed. Do not remove the rear treadplates entirely.

Fitting Instruction
1

Towbar

  1. If your vehicle already comes equipped with a 'Towbar' proceed to steps 2 to 6 then jump to step 12.
  2. If your vehicle does 'NOT' have a 'Towbar' then jump to step 7.
2
NOTE
  • Electrically Deployable module shown. NON - electrically deployable module differ in appearance but the essential information is always correct.

Disconnect connectors from the Towbar Control Module (TBM) . Then remove x2 fixings to remove the TBM.

3
NOTE
  • Electrically Deployable module shown. NON - electrically deployable module differ in appearance but the essential information is always correct.

Slide TBM into deployable side step bracket (I). Make sure the holes are aligned as illustrated.

4
NOTE
  • Electrically Deployable module shown. NON - electrically deployable module differ in appearance but the essential information is always correct.

Install TBM with deployable side step bracket (I) to the bracket studs and secure with the x2 fixings removed in step 2. Then reconnect the connectors to the TBM.

  • Torque: 5Nm
5

Install RBM(A1) on top of the TBM to the deployable side step bracket (I) studs with x2 fixings (A5).

  • Torque: 5Nm
6

Connect the towbar harness to the RBM(A1).

  1. Locate the connector on the towbar harness as shown.
  2. Then use it to connect the towbar harness to the right most connection on the RBM. Then proceed to step 11.
7

Install module bracket (J) to vehicle floor studs with x2 fixings (A5).

  • Torque: 10Nm
8

Install the RBM(A1) to the bracket studs and secure with the x2 fixings (F).

  • Torque: 5Nm
9

Remove bottom back panel fixing.

10

Familiarize yourself with the harness (A7) before installation.

11

Install link lead (A7).

  1. Connect connector (AB) to the vehicle main body harness.
  2. Connect connector (AC) to the RBM.
  3. Connect ground lead (AA) to the back panel stud and install the back panel fixing removed in step 9 to secure the ground lead (AA) in place. Torque 10Nm
12

Familiarize yourself with the harness (A2) before installation.

13

Lay harness (A2) in the loadspace and feed connecter (AD) under the air ducting as illustrated and connect to the RBM. Then cable tie (A10) harness (A2) to the main body harness.

14
NOTE
  • Clips are already attached to the harness.
  • Seats are not shown in this graphic to provide clarity.

Continue to secure harness (A2) with x5 clips as illustrated.

15
NOTE
  • Seats are not shown in this graphic to provide clarity.

Continue to secure (AE) side of harness (A2) with x6 cable ties (A10) as illustrated.

16
NOTE
  • Seats are not shown in this graphic to provide clarity.

Lift up carpet to gain access to grommet.

  1. Remove the carpet retaining clip from the area of carpet under the second row seats. Move the carpet aside to gain access to the core harness conduit and the grommet.
  2. Remove grommet.
17
NOTE
  • Seats are not shown in this graphic to provide clarity.

Feed harness (A2) end connector (AF) through hole and secure with grommet (AE) as illustrated. This will leave connector (AF) poking out from underneath the vehicle.

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NOTE
  • Seats are not shown in this graphic to provide clarity.

Install carpet back to its original position.

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NOTE
  • Clips are already attached to the harness.
  • Seats are not shown in this graphic to provide clarity.

Secure (AG) side of harness (A2) with x6 clips as illustrated in the loadspace.

20
NOTE
  • Clips are already attached to the harness.
  • Seats are not shown in this graphic to provide clarity.

Continue to secure (AG) side of harness (A2) with x3 clips as illustrated.

21
NOTE
  • Seats are not shown in this graphic to provide clarity.

Continue to secure (AG) side of harness (A2) with x4 cable ties (A10) as illustrated.

22
NOTE
  • Seats are not shown in this graphic to provide clarity.

Lift up carpet to gain access to grommet.

  1. Remove the carpet retaining clip from the area of carpet under the second row seats. Move the carpet aside to gain access to the core harness conduit and the grommet.
  2. Remove the grommet.
23
NOTE
  • Seats are not shown in this graphic to provide clarity.

Feed harness (A2) end connector (AH) through hole and secure with grommet (AG) as illustrated. This will leave connector (AH) poking out from underneath the vehicle.

24
NOTE
  • Seats are not shown in this graphic to provide clarity.

Install carpet back to its original position.

25

Locate the junction box cover in the rear right of the vehicle.

  1. Remove the junction box cover.
  2. Locate fuse location F39 on the junction box and install fuse (A6).
  3. Install junction box cover.
26
CAUTION
  • Make sure to use the front and rear subframe jacking points.
NOTE
  • Make sure the ramp legs are positioned so they do not obstruct the deployable side step installation locations.

Raise and support the vehicle on a suitable 4 post lift. The front and rear subframe jacking points must be used. Do not use the sill jacking points.

  • For additional information, please refer to the official Workshop Manual. Jacking and Lifting (100-02 Jacking and Lifting)
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CAUTION
  • Clips may be damaged during removal. Replace clips if they are damaged.
NOTE
  • Make sure that the x4 clips remain on the front fender moulding. Replace clips as required.
  • Remove the front mudflaps if installed to the vehicle.

Remove front fender mountings on both sides of the vehicle. Make sure care is taken when removing part, fragile retention tabs

  • For additional information, please refer to the official Workshop Manual. Front Fender Moulding (501-08 Exterior Trim and Ornamentation)
28
CAUTION
  • Clips may be damaged during removal. Replace clips if they are damaged.

Remove rocker panel on both sides of the vehicle.

  • For additional information, please refer to the official Workshop Manual. Rocker Panel - [+] 110/[+] 130 (501-08 Exterior Trim and Ornamentation)
29

Remove transmission shield and side undershields.

  • For additional information, please refer to the official Workshop Manual. Left Undershield (501-02 Front End Body Panels)
  • For additional information, please refer to the official Workshop Manual. Right Undershield (501-02 Front End Body Panels)
30
NOTE
  • Retain fixings and bracket.

Remove x3 fixings to remove the right side undershield bracket.

31
NOTE
  • The cut guide lines are different for the left side rocker panel and the right side rocker panel.

Identify the cut guide lines on the left side rocker panel.

  • Paint over the cut guide lines to make the cut guide lines clearer. This will help when they are cut.
32
NOTE
  • The cut guide lines are different for the left side rocker panel and the right side rocker panel.

Identify the cut guide lines on the right side rocker panel.

  • Paint over the cut guide lines to make the cut guide lines clearer. This will help when they are cut.
33
WARNING
  • Make sure to wear suitable personal protective equipment.
CAUTION
  • Make sure to follow the cut guide lines as illustrated.
NOTE
  • Left side rocker panel shown.

Use suitable tooling to cut the illustrated sections from the left side rocker panel. Discard the removed sections.

  1. Drill holes at the illustrated locations.
  2. Use the cut guide lines on the rocker panel.
34
WARNING
  • Make sure to wear suitable personal protective equipment.
CAUTION
  • Make sure to follow the cut guide lines as illustrated.
NOTE
  • Right side rocker panel shown. Appearance of right side rocker is different to the left side rocker panel.

Use suitable tooling to cut the illustrated sections from the right side rocker panel. Discard the removed sections.

  1. Drill holes at the illustrated locations.
  2. Use the cut guide lines on the rocker panel.
35
CAUTION
  • There are multiple cut guide lines on the surface of the undershield. Make sure the correct cut guide lines are followed as illustrated.
NOTE
  • Left side undershield shown. Undershield illustrated in correct installation position on vehicle and viewed from above.

Identify the cut guide line on the undershield as illustrated.

36
WARNING
  • Make sure to wear suitable personal protective equipment.
NOTE
  • Left side undershield shown. Undershield illustrated in correct installation position on vehicle and viewed from above.

Use suitable tooling to cut the illustrated sections from the undershield. Discard the removed section.

37
NOTE
  • Left side undershield shown. Undershield illustrated in correct installation position on vehicle and viewed from above. Inset shows view from below.

Locate part (B1) for left side or (B2) for right side against the undershield as illustrated. Inset illustration shows view from below and shows how part (B1) is located above the undershield and the final location of fixings.

  1. Use the guide holes provided on the part to carefully mark the undershield.
  2. Remove the part.
38
WARNING
  • Make sure to wear suitable personal protective equipment.
NOTE
  • Left side undershield shown. Undershield illustrated in correct installation position on vehicle and viewed from above.

Drill holes at the marked locations on the undershield.

  • 5 mm drill bit
39
NOTE
  • Left side undershield shown. Undershield illustrated in correct installation position on vehicle and viewed from above.
  • When viewed from above, the part (B1) is located above the left side undershield.

Using x12 rivets (B10) and x12 washers (B9), install the part (B1) to the left side undershield as illustrated.

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Repeat steps 31 to 39 for the other side undershield.

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CAUTION
  • The foil heatshield is riveted to the core material transmission undershield. The rivets must be drilled out.
NOTE
  • Undershield illustrated in correct installation position on vehicle and viewed from above.

Identify the cut guide lines on the undershield as illustrated.

  • Drill out the rivets that secure the foil heatshield to the core material transmission undershield.
42
WARNING
  • Make sure to wear suitable personal protective equipment.
NOTE
  • Undershield illustrated in correct installation position on vehicle and viewed from above.

Use suitable tooling to cut the illustrated sections from the undershield. Discard the removed sections.

  • Use the cut guide lines on the undershield.
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WARNING
  • Make sure to wear suitable personal protective equipment.
NOTE
  • Undershield illustrated in correct installation position on vehicle and viewed from below.
  • When viewed from below, the parts (B3) and (B4) are located underneath the undershield.
  • Drill out the rivet in the foil heatshield.

Locate parts (B3) and (B4) against the undershield as illustrated.

  1. Use the guide holes provided on the parts (B3) and (B4) to mark the undershield.
  2. Remove both the parts (B3) and (B4).
  3. Drill holes at the marked locations on the undershield. 5 mm drill bit.
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NOTE
  • Undershield illustrated in correct installation position on vehicle and viewed from below.
  • When viewed from below, the parts (B3) and (B4) are located underneath the undershield.

Using the x12 rivets (B10) and the x12 washers (B9), install parts (B3) and (B4) to the undershield as illustrated.

  • The foil heatshield is installed again using the deployable side step plastic undershield rivet.
45
CAUTION
  • Diesel vehicles 'ONLY'.
NOTE
  • Complete step on both sides of vehicle.

Remove and discard the transmission support bar fixing bolt, as illustrated.

46
CAUTION
  • Install, but do not fully tighten fixings.
  • Do not remove the deployable side step boards from the brackets.
  • Do not remove the calibration bar on the deployable side step.
NOTE
  • This step requires the aid of another technician.

Install the deployable side step (A) using the x4 fixings (B). Then complete step on right side of the vehicle with deployable side step (B).

47
CAUTION
  • Diesel vehicles 'ONLY'.
  • Install, but do not fully tighten fixings.

Install fixing (C) on both sides of the vehicle.

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CAUTION
  • 'Non' diesel vehicles 'ONLY'.
  • Install, but do not fully tighten fixing.
NOTE
  • For right side 'ONLY' remove under shield bracket gain access (x2 10mm bolts).

Install the spacer (F) and install, fixing (C) on both sides of the vehicle.

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NOTE
  • Complete step on left side of vehicle 'ONLY'.

Place the x2 nut plates (D) as illustrated.

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CAUTION
  • Do not fully tighten the fixings (C).
NOTE
  • Complete step on left side of vehicle 'ONLY'.

Install x2 fixings (C) and the x2 washers (E) into the x2 nut plates (D).

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CAUTION
  • Do not fully tighten the fixings (G)
NOTE
  • Complete step on right side of vehicle 'ONLY'.

Install fixing (G).

52

Fully tighten the x4 fixings (B) in the indicated sequence on the both sides of the vehicle.

  1. Tighten the indicated bolt first. Torque: 29Nm
  2. Tighten the remaining x3 bolts. Torque: 29Nm
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NOTE
  • Complete step on left side of vehicle 'ONLY'.

Fully tighten the x2 fixings (C).

  • Torque: 29Nm
54

Fully tighten the fixing (C) on both sides of the vehicle.

  • Torque: 29Nm
55
NOTE
  • Complete step on right side of vehicle 'ONLY'.

Fully tighten the fixing (G).

  • Torque: 65Nm
56

Remove x2 fixings and discard the geometry bar.

57

Use the arrowed clip and the retaining clip (A9) to secure the wiring harness (A2) to the right side of the vehicle and the body harness as illustrated.

58

Use the arrowed clip and the retaining clips (A8) and (A9) to secure the wiring harness (A2) to the left side of the vehicle and the body harness as illustrated.

59

Familiarize yourself with harness (A3) and (A4) before installation.

  • The harness (A3) is installed to the left side of the vehicle has a yellow color tape on it.
  • The harness (A4) is installed to the right side of the vehicle has a blue color tape on it.
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NOTE
  • Make sure that the correct link lead is installed to each side of the vehicle. The link leads are color coded.

For the left side of the vehicle connect the electrical wiring harness (A3) to the wiring harness (A2) with connector (AF) and to the deployable side step motor with connector (AI).

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NOTE
  • Make sure that the correct link lead is installed to each side of the vehicle. The link leads are color coded.

Connect the electrical wiring harness (A4) to the wiring harness (A2) with connector (AH) and to the deployable side step motor with connector (AJ).

62

Lower vehicle on ramp.

63

Connect the 12V battery.

  • For additional information, please refer to the official Workshop Manual. 12V System Disconnect and Connect (414-00)
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NOTE
  • Make sure step 1 is successfully completed before proceeding to step 2.

Use the JLR approved diagnostic equipment to navigate to 'Diagnostics' section and follow the steps below.

  1. Within Vehicle Applications – Click ‘RUN’ for ‘Add/Remove Deployable Side Steps’, then select ADD.
  2. Within Module Programing – Click ‘RUN’ for ‘RBM - Software - Replace Module’.
  3. To enable the changes on the vehicle
    Ignition off
    Close all doors
    Lock the vehicle
    Wait 5 minutes
    To confirm changes
    Unlock the vehicle
    Reset Infotainment Screen (Refer to 'Touchscreen' settings in Owners handbook for detailed procedure.)
    Confirm 'Side - Step' tile is present on the Touchscreen
65

Fully deploy the deployable side steps.

  1. Make sure the deployable side steps are operating correctly when opening and closing the doors on both sides of the vehicle.
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CAUTION
  • Make sure the vehicle ignition is off.
  • Disconnect the 12V battery terminal before disconnecting the harness from the motor. Complete task while the steps are still in the fully deployed position.

Fully disconnect and remove the electrical wiring harness (A3) and (A4) as this will now need to be installed to the undershields.

67

Raise vehicle on ramp.

68

Install x3 fixings to install the right side undershield bracket.

  • Torque: 10Nm
69
NOTE
  • Make sure that the correct harness is installed.
  • Clips are already attached to the harness.

Clip the harness (A3) to the left side undershield as illustrated. Repeat step for the right side undershield using the electrical wiring harness (A4).

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CAUTION
  • Make sure the harness is connected to the motor to avoid the connector and / or harness being damaged.
NOTE
  • This step requires the aid of another technician.

Position the left undershield as illustrated and connect the electrical wiring harness (A3).

  1. Connect the electrical wiring harness (A3) to the wiring harness (A2) and the deployable side step motor.
  2. Use clip (A9) to secure the harness (A3) to the deployable side step motor cable.
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CAUTION
  • Make sure the harness is connected to the motor to avoid the connector and / or harness being damaged.
NOTE
  • This step requires the aid of another technician.

Position the right undershield as illustrated and connect the electrical wiring harness (A4).

  1. Connect the electrical wiring harness (A4) to the wiring harness (A2) and the deployable side step motor.
  2. Use clip (A9) to secure the harness (A4) to the deployable side step motor cable.
72

Install side undershields and transmission shield.

  • For additional information, please refer to the official Workshop Manual. Left Undershield (501-02 Front End Body Panels)
  • For additional information, please refer to the official Workshop Manual. Right Undershield (501-02 Front End Body Panels)
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NOTE
  • Make sure side steps are deployed before you can install fixings (B6).

Install fixings (B6).

  • Install x7 screws.
74

Install the rocker panel on both sides of the vehicle.

  • For additional information, please refer to the official Workshop Manual. Rocker Panel - [+] 110/[+] 130 (501-08 Exterior Trim and Ornamentation)
75

Install front fender mountings on both sides of the vehicle.

  • For additional information, please refer to the official Workshop Manual. Front Fender Moulding (501-08 Exterior Trim and Ornamentation)
76

Lower vehicle on ramp.

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NOTE
  • Seats are not shown in this graphic to provide clarity.

Push down both left and right rear treadplates to clip back to its original position.

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NOTE
  • Second row seats are not shown in this graphic to provide clarity.

Install both left and right loadspace trim panels.

  • For additional information, please refer to the official Workshop Manual. C-Pillar Lower Trim Panel - Left (501-05)
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NOTE
  • Second row seats are not shown in this graphic to provide clarity.

Install both left and right side C-pillar upper trim panels.

  • For additional information, please refer to the official Workshop Manual. C-Pillar Upper Trim Panel - [+] 110/[+] 130 (501-05)
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NOTE
  • This step applies 'ONLY' to 8 seat vehicles.

Install third row seat cushions.

  • For additional information, please refer to the official Workshop Manual. Third Row Seat Center Cushion Cover - 130 (501-10C)
  • For additional information, please refer to the official Workshop Manual. Third Row Seat Cushion Cover - 130 (501-10C)
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NOTE
  • This step applies 'ONLY' to 8 seat vehicles.

Install x2 clips to install the loadspace stowage compartment and return jack back to its position.

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NOTE
  • This step applies 'ONLY' to 8 seat vehicles.

Install x2 fixings to install the hider rail.

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NOTE
  • This step applies 'ONLY' to 8 seat vehicles.

Install the loadspace cover.

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NOTE
  • This step applies 'ONLY' to 5 seat vehicles.

Install the loadspace cover.

85

Connect the 12V battery.

  • For additional information, please refer to the official Workshop Manual. 12V System Disconnect and Connect (414-00)
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Return second row seats to original position.

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Return first row seats to original position.

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Make sure the deployable side steps are operating correctly and are activated for the customer handover.

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