AMP 77135-01A Jeep Wrangler JT Gladiator Installation Guide

AMP 77135-01A Jeep Wrangler JT Gladiator

Product Information

• The product is an AMP Research installation kit designed for the Jeep Wrangler JT Gladiator. It is compatible with both gas and diesel models manufactured between 2020 and 2022. The part number for this kit is 77135-01A. The installation time is estimated to be between 3 to 5 hours, and professional installation is recommended.
  The skill level required for installation is rated as 4, indicating that it is suitable for experienced individuals.

• The following tools are required for installation: 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), and silicone spray.

• The product comes with a 5-year limited warranty. For technical support or assistance, customers can contact AMP Research Tech Support at 1-888-983-2204 (Press 2) from Monday to Friday, between 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM PST. More information can also be found on the official website at www.amp-research.com.

• Product Usage Instructions

Before beginning the installation process, it is important to handle the components with care as they are proprietary and confidential. The dimensions provided in the manual are in inches, and the tolerances for measurements are specified.

Follow the below instructions to install the product:

1. Position the gear cover in place if it is not already in place.
2. Seat the motor into position on the two mounting bosses. This may require adjusting the gear by moving the swing arms.
3. After seating into place, fasten the motor with the two motor mount bolts using a 13mm wrench. Tighten the bolts to 36 in-lbs (4N-m). Do not over-torque.

Please refer to the provided exploded view diagram and parts list for a visual representation of the components included in the kit.

INSTALLATION TIME 3-5 Hours Professional installation recommended

SKILL LEVEL

4= Experienced

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
• Weather proof caulking (silicone sealer)
• Silicone spray

WARRANTY 5-Year Limited Warranty

OVERVIEW

EXPLODED VIEW

• Motor
• Hex Head Bolts

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 two 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 two motor mount bolts with 13mm Wrench. Tighten bolts to 36 in-lbs (4N-m). Do not over-torque.

PARTS

• (A) End cap left (x1)
• (B) End cap right (x1)
• (C) T-nut insert (x2)
• (D) Socket cap screw (x2)
• (E ) End cap wedge right (x1)
• (F) End cap wedge left (x1)

Running board assembly

TOOLS

• Motor Linkage Assembly Driver
• Motor Linkage Assembly Passenger
• Wire harness
• Controller XTA
• OBD Module
• OBD Module extension
• Tube (Installation Tool)
• Posi-Lock®
• M8 Button Head Bolt
• M6 Flange Bolt
• 5/16 Flange Bolt
• Socket Cap Screw
• 5/16-18 Carriage Bolt
• M8 Hex Bolt w Conical washer
• 5/16-18 Flange Nut
• Nut with Conical Washer
• Washer
• Upper Mount Spacer
• Cable tie (7”)
• Cable tie (11”)
• Butt Connector
• LED Lamp
• LED Light Bracket
• Shim Spacer
• Rail Support Bracket
• CRH Motor
• Cinch Fastener
• Motor Cover
• M8 Head Hex Bolt
• Linkage mounting Bracket (Driver)
• Linkage mounting Bracket (Passenger)

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION

• Assemble brackets onto vehicle. Use provided button head bolts (11) and washers (19) at pinch weld with captive washer nuts (18) at pinch weld. Assemble hardware loosely.
• Next use provided conical washer bolts (16) to attach the bracket to the underside of the body. On the front mount assemble shim (26) between floor mount and bracket as shown. Use facing brackets on the driver’s side. Mirror for the passenger side.
• Note: Driver side shown.
• Slide 6 carriage bolts (15) into rail pocket of driver side rail. Add Light Bracket (25) to the 1st and 4th bolt counting from the front of the vehicle (see image below). Insert Flange Nut (17) onto bracket tab to attach light brackets into position shown. Leave loose to allow for adjustment.
• Mirror for passenger side.
• Note: Driver side shown
• Adjust bolts and slide over brackets. Use supplied flange nuts and attach rail to brackets. Center rail between body rocker and torque 4 flange nuts to 16 ft-lbs. Assemble Flange bolt (13) with nut (17) thru support tab on bracket as shown.
• Torque to 16ft-lbs. Leave loose to allow for adjustment.
• Note: Driver side shown.
• Attach rail support bracket (27) by inserting carriage bolt (15) into rail from the front of vehicle side, use flange nut (17) to attach it. Using supplied button head bolt (11), washer (19) and captive washer nut (18) to pinch weld. Torque bolts to 16ft-lbs.
• Mount front drive linkage onto driver side.
• Thread supplied M8 Hex bolts (16) into front drive linkage. Repeat step for Rear idler linkage. Do not tighten.
• Install provided spacer (20) and M6 bolt (12) into upper mount as shown on both the drive and idler linkages. Do not tighten.
• Slide mounting T-nut into position. Center board in rail pocket. Tighten fasteners to 10 ft-lbs.
• Using a 13mm socket Torque linkage bolts 4x (16) from step 5 to 16 ft-lbs. Next use a 10mm socket, torque linkage spacer bolt 2x (12) from step 6 to 8 ft-lbs. Once linkages are tight cycle board to verify steps deploy under own weight.
• Attach motor to linkage. Using a 13mm wrench Torque to 36 in-lbs.

Gas Models follow steps 10 and 11 then go to step 14 Diesel models go to step 12.

• Prepare large tie-wraps (22) for mounting Power Step Controller(6).
• Loosely loop tie-wraps around large bundle of wires behind battery in engine compartment. Insert controller into tiewrap loops and cinch down securely.
• The tie-wraps should cinch down into channels on controller surface. Connect power leads from Controller, Red to positive battery terminal and Black to the vehicle body ground as shown.
• Route the two Wire Harness legs down over the wheel wells toward Motor Linkages, long leg across to the driver side. Secure harness with tie wraps(21).

Diesel models follow steps 12 and 13 Gas models go to step 14.

• DIESEL MODELS ONLY: Remove fuse from Power Step Wire Harness. Prepare large tie-wraps(22) for mounting Power Step Controller (6). Loosely loop tie-wraps around large bundle of wires behind battery in engine compartment. Insert controller into tie-wrap loops and cinch down securely. The tie-wraps should cinch down into channels on controller surface.
• Connect power leads from Controller, Red to positive battery terminal and Black to the vehicle body ground as shown.
• DIESEL MODELS ONLY: Route longer harness Leg across to driver side . Secure harness to cowl with tie wraps (21) to keep harness away from hot engine components. Next route harness under Coolant recovery tank then down and to the outside of the frame rails. Route shorter harness leg down the passenger side ensuring the harness is run to the outside of the frame rails and away from any hot exhaust components. Secure harness with tie wraps (21).
• Press and release glove box safety tab to fully open and remove glove box, next, release glox box dampener located on the left side.
• Carefully leave glove box hanging to expose plugs behind it.
• Locate white block (on right side) and plug the 2 pin connector from the OBD module extension (8) into that port.
• Pull back carpet on passenger side on the top side of middle console and then use provided
• Tube (9) to route OBD II Extension (8) behind middle console.
• Tape open end of extension to the tube and push the tube through middle console.
• From driver side, pull tube (9) that was pushed through from passenger side.
• Remove OBD II Extension (8) from tube (9) and plug wire (8) to OBD module (7) wire.
• Route trigger wires through firewall. Locate round plastic plug on firewall to the left of the brake assembly. Drill small hole using a 3/16 drill bit.
• Route trigger wires (5) through firewall. Use supplied posi-lock® (10) to connect wires to OBD Module (7).
• Apply silicone to seal off firewall.
• Use cable ties (21) to secure all wires in place. Plug in OBD Module (7).
• 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 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.
• On driver 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. Repeat step on passenger side.
• Affix LED lamp (24) to Light bracket (25) on rail. Slide bracket into desired position and tighten using 5/32” Allen key.
• Using supplied butt connectors (23), connect the lamp wires. Red to Red, Black to Black.
• Once Crimped use heat gun to shrink tube. Close and wrap conduit with electrical tape. Secure all loose wires with cable ties (21). Pull lamp wires upward to avoid any wire snagging.
• Reinstall fuses from Powerstep wire harness. Check that all doors activate the Power Step and the LED Lights work when doors open and close. Reinstall any remaining trim panels.

FINL 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.
• Thank you for your recent AMP Research Purchase.

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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 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 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.
• To view other Amp Research products that may be offered for your vehicle. Please visit: www.amp-research.com
• AMP RESEARCH TECH SUPPORT 1-888-983-2204 (Press 2) Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM PST
• 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.

References

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

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