OK, had a more pleasant experience removing the caps this time.
First, pop off the plastic caps. Note the tabs that help keep them in place. Once the tabs are loosened, simply lift up with a screwdriver to pop the plastic cap from the rail assembly.
Next, using a Torx T30 screwdriver, remove all eight screws holding in the rail.
Finally, remove the rails from the plastic clips. This is where I had trouble getting leverage earlier. I recommend two people to make this easy. So, I had my fiance lift up on the back end of the rail. I lifted the front up slightly so that I could bonk it towards the rear with the rubber mallet. Place a cloth near the hit zone so you don't accidentally give it that stylish 'hail damage' look.
It looks naked!
Strong plastic clips. Remove them per the previously linked how-to.
OK, now, dry fit looks pretty good. Dad is coming to visit soon so I'll just borrow his drill to install.
Black looks OK on it. Any opinions on painting it black or body color?