AMP RESEARCH 76240-01APower Step Running Boards Installation Guide

AMP RESEARCH 76240-01APower Step Running Boards

Product Information

The product is an AMP Research Power Step running board system designed for the Ram 1500 Crew Cab and Quad Cab models, including TRX models, manufactured between 2019 and 2023. The AMP Part number for this product is 76240-01A. It is recommended to have professional installation, and the estimated installation time is between 3 to 5 hours. The product comes with a 5-Year Limited Warranty. The package includes various parts and hardware, including end caps, T-Nut inserts, S-style clips, motor linkage assemblies (driver and passenger), idler linkage assembly, wire harness, controller STA, posi lock, OBD II plug, socket cap screws, nuts with conical washers, cable ties, butt connectors, LED lamps, and grommets.

Product Usage Instructions

1. Locate the mounting points on the inner sill of the truck. The motor linkage should be mounted towards the front of the truck, and the idler linkage should be mounted towards the rear. Clean any excess paint buildup from the studs using a wire wheel or thread repairing dies.
2. Attach the motor to the linkage. Refer to page 2 for torque specifications. Make sure the driver-side motor orientation is correct.
3. Mount the drive and idler linkage assemblies using the supplied conical washer nuts. Use a 13mm socket or wrench to tighten. Repeat the process for the passenger side. Ensure that the linkages sit square and fully rest on the studs before tightening. Torque to 16ft-lbs (22Nm). Install the nut closest to the gear case first for ease of installation on the drive linkage.
4. Using a 3/16 Allen wrench, install the running board to the linkages. Slide the front mounting T-nut into position and place the board about 7 1/2 inches from the front edge of the front door. Use the supplied fasteners to attach the boards, finger tighten only. Align the rear T-nut and bolt it to the rear linkage. Tighten all four fasteners to 10 ft-lbs.
5. Attach the wire harness to the controller, ensuring that the connector locking tabs fully engage. Mount the controller with the two provided tie wraps to the factory conduit, just rearward of the battery. Remove the fuse from the Power Step Wire Harness.
6. Connect the red power lead to the battery and connect the black ground lead to a 13mm bolt outside of the fender wall. Secure both leads with cable ties.

For further assistance or technical support, contact AMP Research at 1-888-983-2204 (Press 2) from Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM PST. You can also visit their website at www.amp- research.com.

TOOLS REQUIRED

• Safety goggles
• Measuring tape
• 10 mm socket
• 13 mm socket
• 1/2” socket
• Ratchet wrench and extension
• Wire crimpers
• Wire stripper/cutter
• 3/16” hex key wrench (Allen wrench)
• 4mm hex key wrench (Allen wrench )
• Electrical tape
• Weatherproof caulking (silicone sealer)
• Silicone spray
• 1/8” Drill bit
• 19/64” Drill bit
• Drill gun

EXPLODED VIEW

• Motor
• Socket cap screw
• Washer
• Drive Gear Housing Cover

CAUTION: HANDLE WITH CARE.
To ensure our customers receive all components with full integrity, we pack the motors separately from their linkage assemblies. This requires that the installer position and fasten the motor before continuing with the installation. 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 a 4mm Hex Head. Tighten screws to 36 in-lbs (4N-m). Do not over-torque.

PARTS LIST AND HARDWARE IDENTIFICATION

Note: Some Applications require modification.
Application Cut Length

• Crew Cab 79” (No Modification Required)
• Quad Cab 72” (Trim 7”)

Installation Instructions

Locate mounting points. First and last set of studs on the inner sill. Motor linkage mounts towards the front of the truck and Idler towards the rear. The driver’s side is shown below.
Note: Studs may have excess paint buildup. We recommend using a wire wheel or thread repairing dies to clean excess paint buildup.

• Attach motor to linkage.
• See page 2 for torque specs.
• Driver-side motor orientation is shown.

Mount drive and Idler linkage assemblies using supplied conical washer nuts (11) use a 13mm socket or wrench to tighten. Repeat for the passenger side. Make sure linkages sit square, fully resting on studs before tightening. Torque to 16ft-lbs (22Nm).
Note: On Drive Linkage, install the nut closest to the gear case first for ease of installation.

• Using a 3/16” Allen install running board to linkages. Slide the front mounting T-nut into position, and place the board(1) about 7 1/2 inches from the front edge of the front door. Use fasteners(9) to attach boards, finger tighten only. Align the rear T-nut and bolt it to the rear linkage. Then tighten all 4 fasteners to 10 ft-lbs.

• Attach wire harness to the controller (make sure connector locking tabs fully engage).
• Mount controller with the two 11” tie wraps(12 ) to factory conduit, just rearward of battery.

Connect the red power lead to the battery. Connect black ground lead to 13mm bolt outside of fender wall.
Secure with cable ties.

• Route the shorter leg of the harness down the Driver-side wheel well and the longer leg of the harness across the firewall and down along the passenger-side wheel well. Attach wire harness with supplied 7” cable ties (11).

• Locate the rubber boot to the left of the steering column. Poke hole to fish trigger wires thru.

• Plug OBD (8) to the port, tuck wires up and away to prevent snagging when entering and exiting the vehicle.

• Locate side access cover of dash and remove to gain better access to 2 pin plug for OBD harness installation.

• Locate the green block with 2 rows of plugs.

• Plug the 2-pin connector from the module into any open port of the 2-row block.

Note: To remove the 2-pin connector (only if needed) once plugged in, use a tool to push down the clip as shown below.

Note: It’s best to reach from both sides when installing 2 2-pin plugs. Use the bottom left port as shown.

OBD II install: Use Supplied Posi Lock 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 the module to the OBD II port on the vehicle. Secure the harness with supplied tie wraps.
Note: If the OBD II pass-thru harness (76404-01A) was purchased see the install sheet supplied in the packaging. The pass-through harness allows for an open port for other accessories. See the next page for a brief description.

• On the driver’s side, run Wire Harness leg down and along underside of the vehicle floor and frame to front Drive Linkage. Connect harness to motor and secure harness with tie wraps. Route remainder of wire harness towards rear linkage assembly for LED lights
• On Passenger Side, run Wire Harness leg down and along underside of the vehicle floor and frame to front Drive Linkage. Connect harness to motor and secure harness with tie wraps. Route remainder of wire harness towards rear linkage assembly for LED lights
• On each side of the vehicle measure approx. 7” back from front linkage and 8” forward of the rear linkage. Pre drill using an 1/8” drill bit and final drill to 19/64” thru pinch weld at marked locations. 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 (13) connect the lamp wires. Red to Red, Black to Black. Once Crimped use a heat gun to shrink the tube. Close and wrap the conduit with electrical tape. Secure all loose wires with cable ties. Pull lamp wires upward to avoid any wire snagging

• Reinstall the Fuse into the Powerstep harness. Check that all doors activate the Power Step and that the LED Lights work when doors open and close. Reinstall any remaining trim panels.

NOTE: Verify front linkage clearance at frame-mounted Vibration Dampener. If the linkage contacts the Dampener in stowed position loosen the bolt at the pivot point and rotate up to provide at least 1/2” clearance.

FINAL SYSTEM CHECK
Check that all doors activate the PowerStep and that 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 position. Note that there is a 2-second delay before the PowerStep returns to the stowed/retracted position.

CORRECT OPERATION OF LIGHTS: All four lamps will illuminate upon opening any door of the vehicle. Lamps will stay on until the restoration of both Power Steps or until 5 minutes has expired with the doors open. When the lights timeout after 5 minutes, they can be illuminated by closing and opening any door of the vehicle.

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POWER-DEPLOYABLE RUNNING BOARDS OPERATION: 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

• The running boards can be manually set in the deployed position by firmly holding the step down with 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 the deployed position and flush the front and rear hinge arms with a high-pressure car wash wand. 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 awav when the running board is in motion.

WARRANTY

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

• This warranty specifically excludes labor. If you have a warranty claim, first you must call our factory at the number below 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 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 occupants in a potentially dangerous situation. After installing or reinstalling, re-check to insure that the product is properly installed.

The material that your product is made from can be recycled. Please also consider recycling the packaging that your product came in.

CONTACT

• Invented, engineered and manufactured exclusively by AMP Research in the USA. May be covered by one OR MORE of the following patents:
• 6,641,158; 6,830,257; 6,834,875; 6,938,909; 7,055,839; 7,380,807; 7,413,204; 7,398,985; 7,584,975; 7,566,064; 7,487,986; 8,157,277;
• 8,408,571; 9,302,626; 9,561,751; 10,053,017; CA2463717 ©2012 AMP Research. All rights reserved. Printed in USA.www.amp-research.com.

References

• AMP Research Accessories | RealTruck
• RealTruck Warranty Registration | RealTruck

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