AMP Research POWERSTEP 76141-01A Installation Manual Download Page 10

Automatic power deploy: 

The running boards will extend down and out when the doors are opened.

Automatic power stow: 

The running boards will return to the stowed position when the doors are closed. There will be a 2-second 

delay before the running boards move to the stowed position.

Automatic stop:

If an object is in the way of the moving running board, the running board will automatically stop.

To reset, clear any obstruction, then simply open and close the door to resume normal operation.

Manually set in the deployed (OUT) position for access to the roof:

your foot while at the same time closing the door. To resume normal operation, open and close the door.

Maintenance: In adverse conditions, debris such as mud, dirt, and salt may become trapped in the running 

board mechanism, possibly leading to unwanted noise. If this occurs, manually set the running boards to 

Avoid spraying the motors directly. After washing, apply silicone spray lubricant to the hinge pivot pins. 

Do not apply silicone, wax or protectants like Armor All® to the running board stepping surface.
Caution! Keep hands away when the running board is in motion.

Congratulations on your purchase of the 

genuine AMP Research PowerStep!

Here’s what you should know...

AMP  RESEARCH  warrants  this  product  to  be  free  from  defects  in  material  and  workmanship  for  FIVE  (5) YEARS  FROM 

DATE OF PURCHASE, provided there has been normal use and proper maintenance. This warranty applies to the original 

purchaser only.  All remedies under this warranty are limited to the repair replacement of the product itself, or the repair 

or replacement of any component part thereof, found by the factory to be defective within the time period specified.  The 

decision to repair or replace is wholly within the discretion of the manufacturer.

for instructions. You must retain proof of purchase and submit a copy with any items returned for warranty work. Upon 

completion of warranty work, if any, we will return the repaired or replaced item or items to you freight prepaid. Damage 

to our products caused by accidents, fire, vandalism, negligence, misinstallation, misuse, Acts of God, or by defective parts 

not manufactured by us, is not covered under this warranty. 

ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND/OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE CREATED HEREBY ARE 

LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE SAME DURATION AND SCOPE AS THE EXPRESS WRITTEN WARRANTY.  OUR COMPANY SHALL 

NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE.

Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or the exclusion or limitation of incidental 

or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific 

legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state.
FOR WARRANTY ISSUES WITH THIS PRODUCT PLEASE CALL AMP RESEARCH CUSTOMER SERVICE 1-888-983-2204

5-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

WARNING

Be sure to read and precisely follow the provided instructions when installing this product. Failure to do so could place the vehicle 

occupants in a potentially dangerous situation. After installing or reinstalling, re-check to insure that the product is properly installed.

AMP Research PowerStep running boards automatically move 

when the doors are opened to assist entering and exiting the vehicle.

Summary of Contents for POWERSTEP 76141-01A

Page 1: ... 875 6 938 909 7 055 839 7 380 807 7 398 985 7 584 975 2012 AMP Research All rights reserved Printed in USA TOOLS REQUIRED q Safety goggles q 8 mm socket q 10 mm socket q 13 mm socket q 13 mm end wrench q Ratchet wrench and extension q Wire stripper q 3 16 hex key wrench allen wrench q 4mm hex key wrench allen wrench q Electrical tape q Weather proof caulking silicone sealer INSTALLATION TIME 1 2 ...

Page 2: ... their linkage assemblies This requires that the installer position and fasten the motor before continuing with the install Please follow the instructions below and handle the assembly carefully CAUTION Dropping the assembly or any excessive impact MAY cause damage to the motor Instructions 1 Position the gear cover in place as shown if not already in place 2 Seat motor into position on the three ...

Page 3: ...linkage assembly 3 x2 Motor linkage assembly 4 Wire harness Controller STA 6 Posi Lock Grey A End cap left x1 B End cap right x1 C T nut insert x2 D Socket cap screw x2 E Nut plate x2 x2 Cut dimension Note Some Applications require modification Application Cut Length Super Crew 79 No Modification Required Super Cab 72 Trim 7 Regular Cab 55 Trim 24 ...

Page 4: ... T E P T M F O R D F 1 5 0 7 x8 Hex bolt 16 x20 Cable Ties 7 PARTS LIST AND HARDWARE IDENTIFICATION 17 x2 Cable Ties 11 8 x 8 Hex Bolt 9 x8 Socket cap screw 13 x8 U nut 10 x16 Washer Black 11 Grommet 18 x8 Butt Connector 19 ODB II Plug 14 x2 Gear Cover 15 x2 Motor 12 LED Light x4 ...

Page 5: ...out of the harness to allow lights to be installed in proper position IDLER ASSEMBLY MOTOR ASSEMBLY T N O R F 7 10 13 Install J clips and start bolts with washers installed Mount idler assembly and motor assembly Note Filing of sheet metal edge may be required if the sheet metal holes are misaligned 2 8 10 Torque 16 FT LBS 22 N m Repeat linkage installation on passenger side Attach wire harness to...

Page 6: ... grommet with silicone sealer Route longer leg of harness down along driver side wheel well and along frame of vehicle Secure with tie wraps Connect red and black power leads to battery Red lead goes to positive Route shorter leg of harness down passenger side wheel well Remove driver side front kick panel and door sill plate Roll back carpet to access hole for grommet installation 6 10 8 9 7 16 1...

Page 7: ...e Port Powerstep Connection Module Direct to Port Option Powerstep Control Module To Vehicle Power 12V To Powerstep Motors Powerstep Control Module To Vehicle Power 12V To Powerstep Motors Powerstep Connection Module Vehicle Port Pass Through Harness Option Vehicle Port Pass Through Harness pin topin at each terminal New Vehicle Port replaces original port OBD II install Use Supplied Posi Twist co...

Page 8: ... the pinch weld to the specified lengths below Measure at 20 for front LED Light and 60 for rear LED Light Affix lamps to rocker panel surface Make sure the lamp is affixed to a clean flat surface There is a step down midway across the surface Affix lamp just outside of step down Using supplied butt connectors connect the lamp wires Red to Red Black to Black Close and wrap with conduit and electri...

Page 9: ...hen the lights timeout after 5 minutes they can be reillumintated by closing and opening any door of vehicle FINAL SYSTEM CHECK Check that all doors activate the PowerStep and the LED lights work when doors open and close NORMAL OPERATION When the doors open PowerStep automatically deploys from under the vehicle When the doors are closed PowerStep will automatically return to the stowed retracted ...

Page 10: ... product itself or the repair or replacement of any component part thereof found by the factory to be defective within the time period specified The decision to repair or replace is wholly within the discretion of the manufacturer for instructions You must retain proof of purchase and submit a copy with any items returned for warranty work Upon completion of warranty work if any we will return the...

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