How do I remove a Windows partition after Firmware message?

Want to remove the windows partition on my 2006 MacBook running Leopard. I tried Bootcamp Assistant but it says I need to update my Firmware. I downloaded the update suggested and then had a message saying the firmware didn't need updating. Tried Bootcamp again and had the same update message. How do I get rid of the disk partition? Any suggestions appreciated.

Related problem. I upgraded my Tiger partition to 10.6.8. Boot Camp was eliminated in the process. When I choose Boot Camp assistant from finder it checks and reports that the 'software is not available' (core 2 duo 3,1).
I understand that DU is not to be used but I can't figure out how to eliminate the old Win XP if I can't get bootcamp installed.
Any ideas would be very much appreciated.
Mike O

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