AMP RESEARCH F150 PowerStep Electric Running Boards Plug Installation Guide
- June 13, 2024
- AMP RESEARCH
Table of Contents
INSTALLATION GUIDE
APPLICATION
Ford F150 – All Cabs
Excludes Raptor models
| MODEL | PART# |
|---|---|
| 2021-2023 | 86152-01A |
Modification required to running board assembly. See item 1 on page 3.
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INSTALLATION TIME
2-3 Hours
Professional installation recommended
SKILL LEVEL
4= Experienced
TOOLS REQUIRED
- Safety goggles
- 10 mm socket
- 13 mm socket
- 13 mm end wrench
- Ratchet wrench and extension
- Wire stripper
- 9/32” & 19/64” Drill Bit
- 3/16” hex key wrench ( allen wrench)
- 4mm hex key wrench ( allen wrench)
- Electrical tape
- Weather proof caulking (silicone sealer)
WARRANTY
5-Year Limited Warranty
AMP RESEARCH POWERSTEP SMART SERIES™ – FORD F-150
Attaching motor to linkage assembly
The motors must be attached to the linkage assemblies before continuing the
installation process.
EXPLODED VIEW
- Motor
- Socket cap screw
- Washer
CAUTION: HANDLE WITH CARE.
To insure 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 allen wrench. Tighten screws to 36 in-lbs (4N-m). Do not over torque.
PARTS LIST AND HARDWARE IDENTIFICATION
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Locate mounting points; first and last set of studs on the inner sill.
Motor Linkage mounts toward the front of the truck and Idler mount toward the rear.
Driver side shown below.
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Mount drive and Idler linkage assemblies. Repeat for passenger side. Make sure linkages sit square, fully resting on studs before tightening. Torque to 16 ft. lbs (22N·m)
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Remove fuses from wire harness (4).
Connect red power lead to battery. Connect black ground lead to 13mm bolt outside of fender wall. Attach wire harness to controller (make sure the connector locking tabs fully engage).
Mount controller (5) with the two 11” tie wraps (16) to factory conduit, just forward of battery.
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Route shorter leg of harness down passenger-side wheel well and longer leg of harness down along driver-side wheel well. Attach wire harness with supplied 7” cable ties (15).
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Route factory harness underneath vehicle and plug in motors (both sides). Route remaining LED light wires back towards rear of vehicle.
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Remove driver side front kick panel and door sill plate. Roll back carpet to access hole for passing trigger wire into cab of vehicle.
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On Supercrew models, remove grommet in floor panel above front linkage on driver side. Poke small hole into grommet and thread the trigger wire through and up into the cabin of vehicle. Seal grommet with silicone sealer.
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On Super Cab models, use a 9/32” drill bit to drill hole through floor and insert grommet (#9) that is supplied with kit. Thread the wire through and apply silicone sealant.
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Locate black module just above e-brake pedal, and proceed to remove it for easier access. To remove module from bracket, push tab as shown and slide bracket downward.
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Locate the following wires (on the black plug) and connect the blue and white wires of the Powerstep Conection module with supplied Posi-Tap™ to the following wire colors listed below.
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After connecting wires, slide module back on to bracket, and ensure locking tab engages.
OBD II connection: Use Supplied Posi-Lock™ connector to attach the Powerstep Conection Module to the Harness. Plug in Powerstep Conection 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.
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Attach step (1), using socket cap screws (7), sliding the mounting T-nut into position. measure from the rear linkage to end of board. Measurement should be approximately 11” as shown below. Torque to 10 ft lbs (13.5 Nm)
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On each side of the vehicle use tape to mark the led drill location two sections from studs as shown below. Use tape to indicate. Locations are approximately 23” & 66” from front door edge.
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Mark hole location 1/2” midpoint of the rocker with tape and center punch and drill 19/64” hole into pinch weld. Deburr hole and insert grommet (#13) for LED Wire.
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Route LED wires though through grommet, clean surface, and stick on to rocker panel as shown below.
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Using supplied butt connectors, connect the lamp wires. Red to Red, Black to Black. Heat the shrink tubing on the connecters to seal wires.
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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.
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Reinstall fuses.
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 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 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 vehicle. -
Download our Smart Series App on your Android phone or iPhone by scanning the QR code below and follow the instructions. Or visit your app store and search “AMP Research Powerstep” to download app.
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Here’s what you should know…
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.
Manual over-ride:
Use Power Step app to manually set in the deployed (OUT) position for access
to the roof. The steps can be manually set in the retracted (IN) position as
well.
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 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 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
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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 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.
References
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