AMP Research 78234-01A PowerStep Xtreme Running Boards Installation Guide

June 13, 2024
AMP RESEARCH

AMP Research 78234-01A PowerStep Xtreme Running Boards Installation Guide
AMP Research 78234-01A PowerStep Xtreme Running Boards

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

INSTALLATION

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.
INSTALLATION GUIDE
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:

  1. Position the gear cover in place as shown if not already in place.
  2. Seat motor into position on the three mounting bosses. This may require an adjustment of the gear by moving the swing arms.
  3. 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
Running Board assembly

  • End caps (1 left & 1 right)
  • T-Nut Insert (x2)
  • S-style clips (x2)

Motor linkage assembly
Motor linkage assembly

**Motor kit

**

**Wire harness

**

**Controller XTA

**

**OBD II Plug

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PARTS LIST AND HARDWARE IDENTIFICATION

PARTS LIST AND HARDWARE IDENTIFICATION        PARTS LIST AND HARDWARE
IDENTIFICATION PARTS LIST AND HARDWARE
IDENTIFICATION PARTS LIST AND HARDWARE
IDENTIFICATION

Short bed models with crash bracket: Remove two forward bolts holding crash bracket in place.
Short bed models

Use provided Flange head bolts (#11) and Spacers (#7) to move forward part of crash bracket.

Note: Spacers are needed to clear motor housing.
Short bed models

Driver Side Shown

Use second and last set of mounting holes, counting from the front.
Driver Side Shown
Driver Side Shown

Torque fasteners to 16 ft-lbs. (22 N m).
Driver Side Shown

Wrap e-brake cable with tape (8)
Driver Side Shown

Remove fuse from harness
Driver Side Shown

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.

Driver Side Shown

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.
Driver Side Shown

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.
Driver Side Shown

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.
OBD II install

Secure wires and replace kick panel and sill plate. Be careful not to pinch any wires when replacing panels.
replacing panels

Connect front motor, route remaining harness towards rear of vehicle and connect remaining plug into rear motor.

          Connecting

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.
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.
LED Light

Drill a 9/32” hole through the pinch weld at marked locations. Deburr all holes
Deburr all holes

Insert grommet into drilled holes. Insert lamp wires through the grommets. (Silicon lube will help wires slip through grommets.)
Insert grommet

Affix lamp to rocker panel surface. Make sure lamp is affixed to a flat, clean surface.
Affix lamp

Using supplied butt connectors, connect the lamp wires. Red to Red, Black to Black. Once Crimped use heat gun to shrink tube.
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.
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.
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.

Running BoardsAutomatic 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.
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, 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.

FOR WARRANTY ISSUES WITH THIS PRODUCT PLEASE CALL AMP RESEARCH TECH SUPPORT 1-888-983-2204

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.

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