Service VME - Tubular Side Steps Exhibit Corrosion - keywords appearance assist bracket BVE chip delamination paint rust

The following diagnosis might be helpful if the vehicle exhibits the symptom(s) described in this PI.

Customers vehicles equipped with tubular side steps (RPO BVE) may exhibit corrosion in the area where the mounting brackets are welded to the tube. This message is to inform you that a field service fix is currently under development. It is recommended that you avoid replacing any tubular side steps for this condition, as a more durable solution will soon be made available. As always, good judgment should be used when addressing any customer's concern. I will advise you with another message immediately upon availability of the field service fix.

Please follow this diagnostic or repair process thoroughly and complete each step. If the condition exhibited is resolved without completing every step, the remaining steps do not need to be performed.