ROUGH COUNTRY PSR050210 Running Boards Instruction Manual
- June 1, 2024
- Rough Country
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ROUGH COUNTRY PSR050210 Running Boards Instruction Manual
2009-23 Ram 1500 Classic Crew Cab
Thank you for choosing Rough Country for all your vehicle needs.
Please read instructions before beginning installation. Check the kit hardware
against the kit contents shown below. Be sure you have all needed parts and
know where they go.
If questions exist, please call us
@1-800-222-7023. We will be happy to
answer any questions concerning this product.
Check all fasteners for proper torque. Check to ensure for adequate clearance
between all components. Periodically check all hardware for tightness.
KIT CONTENTS:
- Front Motor Left x1
- Rear Motor Left x1
- Rear Motor Right x1
- Front Motor Right x1
- Power Board Switch x1
- Nut Plate x5
- Drilling Template x1
- Controller Assembly x1
- Control Input Wiring Harness x1
- Step Boards x2
- LED Lights x4
- Wired Magnetic Sensors
- Module x2
- Magnet x4
TOOLS NEEDED:
- 5mm Allen
- 8mm Socket
- 10mm Socket
- Rivet Tool
- Ratchet
- Torque Wrench
- Drill Motor
- No.30 or 1/8” Drill
- 1/2” Drill
- Weather Proof Tape
HARDWARE INCLUDED:
- M8 x30 Hex Flange Bolt x8
- M6 x20 Hex Flange Bolt x8
- M8 x25 Hex Flange Bolt x2
- M6 x25 Socket Cap Screw x8
- Shim x8
- Rivets x5
- Wire Ties x25
Product Packing List
Board Assembly x2
Front Left Motor x1 Driver Side
Rear Left Motor x1 Driver Side
Rear Right Motor x1 Passenger Side
M8 x30 Hex Flange Bolt x8
M6 x20 Hex Flange Bolt x8
M8 x25 Hex Flange Bolt x2
M6 x25 Socket Cap Screw x8
Nut Plate x5 Two nut plates are in reverse for the right side.
Drilling Template x1
Rivets x5
Wire Tie x25
Power Board Switch x1
Fuse x2
Shim x8
LED Lights x4
Body Mounted Module
Door Mounted Magnet
Body Mounted Module x2
Door Mounted Magnet x4
Controller Assembly x1
Wiring Harness x1
Installation Position of the Driver Side Motors and Controller Assembly
Diagram shows the inner rocker panel on the driver side from beneath the
vehicle.
A. Installation Position for Rear Left Nut Plate and Motor (Driver Side)
B. Installation Position for the Center Nut Plate and Controller Assembly (Driver Side)
C. Installation Position for Front Left Nut Plate and Motor (Driver Side)
Template Use
Place the drill template in the corresponding hole position with the notch to the top. Transfer the template hole to the inner rocker panel using a No.30 or (1/8”) drill. Repeat this process to the driver center and rear mounting location. See Photo 1.
NOTE: This template will be used on the (3) driver side mounts and the
passenger side front and rear mounting locations.
NOTE: If the vehicle is equipped with threaded holes, the template and
nut plates will not be used.
Insert the nut plate through the slotted hole and hang it on the edge of the hole. Align the hole in the nut plate and the pre-drilled template hole. Install the rivet into the nut plate, then seat the rivet using a rivet tool. Repeat this process to the driver rear mounting location. See Photo 2.
Driver Front Motor Installation
Align the two slotted holes in the motor bracket to the previously installed
nut plate in the body of the vehicle. See Photo 3. NOTE: Bracket placements
are found on the step board mount of the motor bracket see photo 3A.
Secure the motor bracket to the body of the vehicle using (2) of the supplied M8 x30 hex flange bolts. See Photo 4.
NOTE: Do not tighten at this time, snug only using a 10mm socket.
Secure the motor bracket using (2) of the supplied M6 x20 Hex Flange Bolts, through the pre existing holes in the pinch weld of the body to the threaded holes in the step bracket. See Photo 5.
Install the driver rear motor to the body of the vehicle (reference\ the driver front installation steps).
NOTE: Do not tighten at this time, snug only using a 8mm socket.
Install the step board onto the driver front and rear motor brackets. Secure the board using (2) M6 x 25 Socket Cap Screw bolts into each motor bracket.
NOTE: Center the step to the cab of the vehicle. Do not tighten at this time, snug only using a 5mm Allen. See Photo 6.
At this time install the Passengers Side step motors and step board following the steps from 1-6.
Installation of the controller
Install the nut plate into the slotted hole in the center driver side inner
rocker panel using (1) of the supplied rivets. (Refer to steps 1 and 2 for
using the template to drill the rivet hole.) Secure the controller assembly to
the nut plate using (2) M8 x25 hex flange bolts. Tighten the bracket using a
10mm socket. See Photo 7.
Remove the kick panel and the scuff plate on the Driver and Passenger side of
the vehicle. See
Photo 8.
Lift the carpet to expose and remove the drain plug on the driver side. In the
center of the drain plug drill a hole using a 1/2” drill, re-install into the
floor of the cab. See Photo 9.
Wiring Harness Installation
Install the supplied wiring harness’s Brown, White and On-Off switch wire
through the hole drilled in the drain plug under the floor of the vehicle to
the inside of the cab. See Photo 10.
NOTE: Apply waterproof tape to the wiring harness and the drain plug once the wiring harness has been fully installed.
Mount the On-Off switch. Clean the area of installation and remove the
covering on the double sided tape and apply it to the dash. Switch shown on
the upper dash. See Photo 11.
Connect the On-Off switch to the wiring harness installed in the floor of the cab. Leave switch in the On position, this will keep the motors in the extended position as installed to the vehicle when power is connected. Secure the On-Off switch wiring harness behind the dash to the drain plug under the carpet.
NOTE: Normal function of the On-Off switch once power has been connected to the positive and negative fused links on the battery. (On) the steps will extend for use and entering the vehicle. Steps will retract when both doors per side are closed connecting the magnet to the module. (Off) the steps will retract to the body of the vehicle even when the doors are open and the magnet is away from the module.
FRONT OF VEHICLE
Remove the interior trim panel on the passenger side of the vehicle (If
interior trim is equipped with air bag, use caution). Connect the White signal
wire from the wiring harness to terminal (A) on the module. Connect module
wire (B) to the vehicle ground. Remove the double sided tape backing and place
the front module (C) in a secure location to the inside of the door jamb.
See Photo 12 A. Remove the cover off of the double sided tape and place
the place the rear module (C) in a secure location to the inside of the door
jamb. See Photo 12 B.
Follow step 15 and install the driver side module using the brown wire from the supplied wiring harness. Photos 12A and 12B are shown from the passenger side of the vehicle.
NOTE: The magnets will be installed in a later step after the power has been connected.
(A) Connect the 4 plugs of the wiring harness to the controller assembly
mounted to the body of the vehicle on the driver side. See Photo 13.
(B) Mount the (4) LED Lights. Clean the surface of the pinch weld under the center of each door on the driver and passenger side of the vehicle. Remove the double sided tape backing and apply to the pinch weld.
(A) Route the wiring harness along the frame of the driver side.
(C) Connect the step motor labeled to the corresponding wiring harness (Driver Side) Front Left Motor and Rear Left Motor.
(B) Connect the LED light plugs on the driver side.
(D) Route the wiring harness across the frame to the passenger side of the vehicle.
(C) Connect the step motor labeled to the corresponding wiring harness
(Passengers Side)
Front Right Motor and Rear Right Motor.
(B) Connect the LED light plugs on the passenger side.
(E) Route the fused link harness along the driver side frame up to the battery box, secure the wiring harness with the supplied wire ties away from heat or moving parts. Connect the fused link’s to the Positive and Negative side of the battery.
Adjust the carpet into place and re-install the B-pillar trim, kick panel and
the scuff plate on the driver and passenger side of the vehicle. See Photo
14.
NOTE: The Shims will be used if the steps are in a bind or the mounting surface requires a small adjustment before tightening the mounting brackets.
Using the (On-Off) switch cycle the steps (2-3 Times) leave them in the down position. The switch will be in the (On) position.
If the boards need adjusting or are in a bind, the supplied shims can be
placed in-between the motor bracket and the body of the vehicle. Steps should
work in a smooth motion with no binding. See Photo 15.
At this time, tighten the rear M8 x30 motor bracket bolt’s using a 10mm socket to 45ft/lbs. and the front pinch weld mount M6 x20 bolts using a 8mm socket to 23ft/lbs.
Tighten the step to the motor bracket using a 5mm Allen to 14ft/lbs.
Place the magnet on the vehicle door aligned with the module. (Shown on the
passenger side) for aluminum door vehicles this can be done with painter’s
tape to test and ensure it will work correctly. See Photos 15 and 16.
Ensure the On-Off switch is in the ON position. Now test the front and rear doors on the right and left side of the vehicle. If each one works correctly, the magnets are in line with the module. Mark the magnets position on each of the 4 doors, remove the covering from the double sided tape and stick the magnet to the door in the marked position.
NOTE: The On-Off switch will remain in the On position for normal use. We recommend the switch be in the Off position in icy or off roading conditions to prevent binding or damage to the step board, motor or motor bracket.
Troubleshooting Guide
Steps not working.
- On/Off Switch in On position
- Check for proper Power and Ground connections to battery
- Check Fuses in the Positive and Negative wires to the battery
- Do not share grounds with other components.
- Check Ground connection on Pass and Driver side at B-Pillar
- Check all plugs and connections to ensure they are seated properly and making a good connection
Steps work with On/Off Switch but not with doors opening and closing.
- Check Module to Magnet alignment on doors
- Use a magnet to position over module
Steps drop when door is closed and retract when door is opened.
- Motors will operate in reverse polarity. Check the fused links on the battery for Positive and Negative connection
Torque Specs:
Size| Grade 5| Grade 8| Size| Class 8.8| Class
10.9
---|---|---|---|---|---
5/16”| 15 ft/lbs| 20ft/lbs| 6MM| 5ft/lbs| 9ft/lbs
3/8”| 30 ft/lbs| 35ft/lbs| 8MM| 18ft/lbs| 23ft/lbs
7/16”| 45 ft/lbs| 60ft/lbs| 10MM| 32ft/lbs| 45ft/lbs
1/2”| 65 ft/lbs| 90ft/lbs| 12MM| 55ft/lbs| 75ft/lbs
9/16”| 95 ft/lbs| 130ft/lbs| 14MM| 85ft/lbs| 120ft/lbs
5/8”| 135ft/lbs| 175ft/lbs| 16MM| 130ft/lbs| 165ft/lbs
3/4”| 185ft/lbs| 280ft/lbs| 18MM| 170ft/lbs| 240ft/lbs
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