AMP RESEARCH 76264-01A Running Board Assembly Installation Guide
- June 13, 2024
- AMP RESEARCH
Table of Contents
AMP RESEARCH 76264-01A Running Board Assembly
INSTALLATION TIME
3-5 Hours
Professional installation recommended
SKILL LEVEL
TOOLS REQUIRED
- Safety goggles
- Measuring tape
- 13mm wrench
- 19mm wrench
- 13mm socket
- 10mm socket
- Ratchet wrench and extension
- Wire stripper/cutter
- 3/16” hex key (Allen wrench)
- 4mm hex key (Allen wrench)
- Electrical tape
- T25 Torx Driver
- Cordless Drill
- 1/8” Drill Bit
- 7/32” Drill Bit
- 9/32” Drill Bit
- Heat Gun
AMP RESEARCH POWERSTEP TM – SPRINTER
INSTALLATION GUIDE
Attaching the motor to the linkage assembly The motors must be attached to the
linkage assemblies before continuing the installation process.
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
- Position the gear cover in place as shown if not already in place.
- Seat the 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.
PARTS LIST AND HARDWARE IDENTIFICATION
Passenger Side
Rear Drive Linkage install: Locate rear linkage location. Clean undercoating
so any proud edges are knocked off and the mounting surface is flat.
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Set template (23) up to marked line. Center punch holes. Set the Upper mount (2a) up to bump in sheet metal and mark side of the linkage near the mounting slot.
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Pre Drill holes with an 1/8” Drill and then drill to 17/32”. Then insert rivet nuts (15) into position. Refer to install card in rivet nut tool (18) bag. Then pre-thread M8 screws (6) and washers (7) into position.Warning: Rivet nuts not properly collapsed will not hold securely to sheet metal.
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Using supplied Flange bolts install bracket onto Drive linkage Upper mount (2a). Do not tighten to allow for adjustment. Use shorter bolts to prevent bolt and linkage arm interference.
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Set rear Drive linkage (2a) over bolts (6 & 7). Using a 13mm box wrench snug up two bolts on linkage.
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Front Idler Linkage Install: Locate front linkage mounting position. Location is approx 11” forward of tab in unibody crossmember as show. Tape template (23) in place and center punch holes.
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Using supplied Flange bolts (12) install bracket (20) onto Idler linkage Upper mount (3a). Do not tighten to allow for adjustment. Use shorter bolts to prevent bolt and linkage arm interference.
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Pre Drill holes with an 1/8” Drill and then drill to 17/32”. Then insert rivet nuts (15) into position. Refer to install card in rivet nut tool (18) bag. Then pre-thread M8 screws (6) and washers (7) into position. Warning: Rivet nuts not properly collapsed will not hold securely to sheet metal.
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Set front idler linkage (3a) over bolts (6 & 7). Using a 13mm box wrench snug up two bolts on linkage.
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Rear AC (Not on every vehicle. On vehicles that have AC line, gently shift line to add clearance at upper mount.) Pre Drill holes with an 1/8” Drill and then drill to 17/32”.
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Then insert rivet nuts (15) into position. Refer to install card in rivet nut tool (18) bag. Then pre-thread M8 screws (6) and washers (7) into position.
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Locate Driver side rear Drive linkage location. Clean undercoating off so any proud edges are knocked off and mounting surface is flat. Rear drive linkage location is approx. 2” Rearward of unibody cross member. Tape template (23) in place and center punch holes. Drill and insert rivet nuts (15).
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Install running board onto lower mounts, measure 3” from end of board to side of linkage as shown below.
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Using light pressure pull out from the inside edge of the running board to get the step in the level position. Hold the running board in position. Mark upper hole location in rear brackets.
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Remove bracket bolts on side of upper mount to rotate out of way. Centre punch, Pre-drill with 1/8” and then final drill to 17/32”. Install rivet nut. Install longer flange bolt and reassemble bolts on bracket at linkage.
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With front bracket in place mark hole. Center punch, Pre drill with 1/8” and then final drill to 17/32”. Install rivet nut. Install longer flange bolt and reassemble bolts on bracket at linkage.
Note: 2 Washers are provided to space out multiple layers of sheet metal .
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Install bracket into position and tighten using 13mm socket or wrench.
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Once brackets are installed attach motor to rear linkage. See page 2 for motor installation.
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Remove Fuse from the harness. Next, connect the Positive terminal on power lead using a 10mm socket. Connect ground to body ground in bottom of seat box. Run trigger wires end up through the large rubber boot. Zip tie around the boot may need to be removed to route wire through. If so use one supplied zip ties (9) and re-seal boot.
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Remove Drivers seat box cover. Be careful not to damage Air Bag wire that runs across cover.
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Remove all sill plate covers to route trigger wires under dash.
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Route Trigger wires (Solid Purple and Purple / Black Stripe) under seat and out under sill plate cover.
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Route 2 wires up towards driver side kick panel.
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Using supplied Posi-Lock® connectors (11) connect matching wire colors together. Purple and Purple w/Black Stripe wires (see next page for further instructions).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 next page for a brief description.Route remaining wires up and over the exhaust heat shield and back along each side to motors. Connect plug to motors. -
Replace all dash panels and sill plate covers.
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Some vehicles may have a shield shown. Verify Board does not come in contact with shield. If board contacts shield bend shield out of the way to prevent contact.
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Measure from the front edge of door line on the pinch weld to the specified lengths below. Measure at 12” for the front LED Light and 60” for the rear LED Light.
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Drill a 9/32” hole through the pinch weld at marked locations. Debur all holes.
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Insert grommet (25) into drilled holes. Insert lamp wires through the grommets. (Silicon lube will help wires slip through grommets.)
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Using supplied butt connectors (17), connect the lamp wires. Red to Red, Black to Black
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Use heat gun to shrink 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.
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Reinstall fuse to wire harness.
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Check that all doors activate the Power Step and the LED Lights work when doors open and close. Reinstall any remaining trim panels.
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 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 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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AMP Research PowerStep running boards automatically move when the doors are opened to assist in entering and exiting the vehicle.
Automatic power deployment:
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 specified. 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, 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
ensure that the product is properly installed.
Driver Side
Locate Driver driver-side front linkage location. Clean undercoating off so
any proud edges are knocked off and the mounting surface is flat. The front
idler linkage location is approx. 10” Forward of unibody cross member. Tape
the template in place and centre punch holes.