replacing a Strastocaster pickguard ?

Do I have to take the string off to replace to pickguard?
The pickups are attached to the pickguard.

They tell you, when replacing the strings, to replace one string at a time, because you do not want to take all the tension off the neck.
If that's true, is it OK to take all the string off to treplace the pickguard?
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Originally Posted by: Dennis LoganDo I have to take the string off to replace to pickguard? ... They tell you, when replacing the strings, to replace one string at a time, because you do not want to take all the tension off the neck...

That's only a problem if you leave the guitar that way for a long time. Changing the pickguard should only take an hour or so. Even if you have no strings on the axe for a day or two, it should be OK.