AMP Research 78234-01A PowerStep Xtreme Running Boards Installation Guide
- June 13, 2024
- AMP RESEARCH
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AMP Research 78234-01A PowerStep Xtreme Running Boards Installation Guide
INSTALLATION IINSTRUCTION
APPLICATION
APPLICATION | LENGTH | MODEL YR | PART # |
---|---|---|---|
Ford F-250 / F-350 / F-450 Regular Cab * | (48”) | 2008-2016 | 78234-01A |
Ford F-250 / F-350 / F-450 Super Cab * | (60”) | 2008-2016 | 78234-01A |
(60”) 2008-2016 78234-01A F | (79”) | 2008-2016 | 78234-01A |
INSTALLATION TIME
2-3 Hours
Professional installation recommended
SKILL LEVEL 1: 2: 3: 4 4= Experienced
TOOLS REQUIRED
- Safety goggles
- Measuring tape
- Flat blade screwdriver
- Phillips head screwdriver
- 13mm socket
- 8mm socket
- Ratchet wrench and extension
- Wire crimpers
- Wire stripper / cutter
- 3/16” hex key (allen wrench)
- 4mm hex key (allen wrench)
- Electrical tape
- Silicone caulking (sealer)
- 25/64” Drill Bit
- 9/32” Drill Bit
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INSTALLATION GUIDE
Attaching motor to linkage assembly
The motors must be attached to the linkage assemblies before continuing the
installation process.
EXPLODED VIEW
Motor Linkage
Motor Kit
Delta PT screws
CAUTION: HANDLE WITH CARE.
To ensure our customers receive all components with full integrity, we pack the motors separate from 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:
- Position the gear cover in place as shown if not already in place.
- Seat motor into position on the three mounting bosses. This may require an adjustment of the gear by moving the swing arms.
- After seating into place, fasten the motor with the three motor mount screws with 4mm Hex Head. Tighten screws to 36 in-lbs (4N-m). Do not over torque.
Note: Some Applications require modification.
Application: Cut Length
Crew Cab: 79” (No Modification Required)
Super Cab: 60” (Trim 19”)
Regular Cab : 48” (Trim 31”)
PARTS LIST AND HARDWARE IDENTIFICATION
Running Board assembly
- End caps (1 left & 1 right)
- T-Nut Insert (x2)
- S-style clips (x2)
Motor linkage assembly
**Motor kit
**
**Wire harness
**
**Controller XTA
**
**OBD II Plug
**
PARTS LIST AND HARDWARE IDENTIFICATION
Short bed models with crash bracket: Remove two forward bolts holding
crash bracket in place.
Use provided Flange head bolts (#11) and Spacers (#7) to move forward part of crash bracket.
Note: Spacers are needed to clear motor housing.
Driver Side Shown
Use second and last set of mounting holes, counting from the front.
Torque fasteners to 16 ft-lbs. (22 N m).
Wrap e-brake cable with tape (8)
Remove fuse from harness
Secure controller to vehicle wire loom beside battery (on passenger side) and connect both Power Step wire harness connectors to connectors on controller. Secure locking tabs on connectors.
Connect power and ground for controller to battery, Red to positive and Black
to the negative lead. Route harness legs down over wheel wells toward motor
linkages, long leg across front and over to driver side. Secure all loose
sections of the harness with cable ties.
Run wire legs down and along underside of vehicle floor, securing with tie wraps. Run trigger wires on Drivers side through grommet as shown below.
Open driver door and remove sill plate and kick panel.
Wire OBD II connector with Posi-Splice and plug into port.
OBD II install: Use Supplied Posi Twist connectors to attach the Plug and Play Module to the Harness. Attach matching colors on the harness to the wires on the module. Plug in module to OBD II port on the vehicle. Secure harness with supplied tie wraps.
Note: If the OBD II pass thru harness (76404-01A) was purchased see
install sheet supplied in packaging.
The pass through harness allows for an open port for other accessories. See
below for a brief description.
Secure wires and replace kick panel and sill plate. Be careful not to pinch
any wires when replacing panels.
Connect front motor, route remaining harness towards rear of vehicle and connect remaining plug into rear motor.
Slide mounting T-nut into position. Mount Board and tighten fasteners to 10ft-
lbs. Align the end of the board with the rear edge of the back door.
On each side of the vehicle measure from the front edge of door line on the
pinch weld to the specified lengths below. Measure at 27” for front LED Light
and 65” for rear LED Light.
Drill a 9/32” hole through the pinch weld at marked locations. Deburr all
holes
Insert grommet into drilled holes. Insert lamp wires through the grommets.
(Silicon lube will help wires slip through grommets.)
Affix lamp to rocker panel surface. Make sure lamp is affixed to a flat, clean
surface.
Using supplied butt connectors, connect the lamp wires. Red to Red, Black to
Black. Once Crimped use heat gun to shrink tube.
Close and wrap with conduit and electrical tape. Secure all loose wires with cable ties, with lamp wires pulled upward to avoid any wire snagging.
Reinstall the fuse.
Check that all doors activate the Power Step and the LED Lights work when
doors open and close. Reinstall any remaining trim panels.
FINAL SYSTEM CHECK
Check that all doors activate the Power Step and the LED lights work when
doors open and close. NORMAL OPERATION: When the doors open, Power Step
automatically deploys from under the vehicle. When the doors are closed, Power
Step will automatically return to the stowed/retracted position. Note that
there is a 2-second delay before the Power Step returns to the
stowed/retracted position.
CORRECT OPERATION OF LIGHTS: All four lamps will illuminate upon opening any door of vehicle. Lamps will stay on until restowing of both Power Steps or until 5 minutes has expired with the doors open. When the lights timeout after 5 minutes, they can be reillumintated by closing and opening any door of vehic
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AMP Research PowerStep running boards automatically move when the doors are opened to assist entering and exiting the vehicle.
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.
5-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
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 specie.
The decision to repair or replace is wholly within the discretion of the
manufacturer.
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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, re, 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 specic legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state.
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WARNING
Be sure to read and precisely follow the provided instructions when installing this product. Failure to do so could place the vehicle occupantsinapotentiallydangeroussituation.Afterinstallingorreinstalling,re- check to insure that the product is properly installed.
References
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