AMP Research POWERSTEP 76141-01A User manual

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INSTALLATION GUIDE
APPLICATION LENGTH MODEL YR PART #
Ford F150 SuperCab 72”’ 2009 - 2014 76141-01A
Ford F150 SuperCrew 79” 2009 - 2014 76141-01A
Ford F150 Regular Cab 55” 2009 - 2014 76141-01A
Invented, engineered and manufactured exclusively by AMP Research in the USA. May be covered by one of the following patents:
6,641,158; 6,830,257; 6,834,875; 6,938,909; 7,055,839; 7,380,807; 7,398,985; 7,584,975 ©2012 AMP Research. All rights reserved.
Printed in USA.
TOOLS REQUIRED
qSafety goggles
q8 mm socket
q10 mm socket
q13 mm socket
q13 mm end wrench
qRatchet wrench and extension
qWire stripper
q3/16” hex key wrench (allen wrench)
q4mm hex key wrench (allen wrench)
qElectrical tape
qWeather proof caulking (silicone
sealer)
INSTALLATION TIME
12 3 4
SKILL LEVEL
4= Experienced
AMP RESEARCH TECH SUPPORT 1-888-983-2204 (Press 2) Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM PST
2-3 Hours
Professional installation recommended
5-Year Limited Warranty
WARRANTY

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INSTALLATION GUIDE
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:
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 T30 Torx. Tighten screws to 36
in-lbs (4N-m). Do not over torque.

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5
1x2
Running board assembly
2x2
Idler linkage assembly
3x2
Motor linkage assembly
4
Wire harness Controller STA
6
Posi-Lock™ (Grey)
(A) End cap left (x1)
(B) End cap right (x1)
(C) T-nut insert (x2)
(D) Socket cap screw (x2)
(E) Nut plate (x2)
x2
Cut dimension
Note: Some Applications require modication.
Application Cut Length
Super Crew 79” (No Modication Required)
Super Cab 72” (Trim 7”)
Regular Cab 55” (Trim 24”)

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7x8
Hex bolt
16 x20
Cable Ties 7”
PARTS LIST AND
HARDWARE
IDENTIFICATION
17 x2
Cable Ties 11”
8x 8
Hex Bolt
9x8
Socket cap screw
13 x8
U-nut
10 x16
Washer Black
11
Grommet
18 x8
Butt Connector
19
ODB II Plug
14 x2
Gear Cover
15 x2
Motor
12
LED Light
x4

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Locate mounting points; rst and last set of
holes on the inner sill.
Motor Linkage mounts toward the rear of the
truck, with the exception of the passenger side
on SuperCab trucks. Mount the motor linkage
in front on the passenger side of SuperCab
trucks. On SuperCab trucks tie up extra wire
with supplied wire ties. Light wires will need to
be pulled out of the harness to allow lights
to be installed in proper position.
IDLER ASSEMBLY
MOTOR ASSEMBLY
TNORF
7
10
13
Install J-clips and start bolts with washers
installed.
Mount idler assembly and motor assembly. Note:
Filing of sheet metal edge may be required if the
sheet metal holes are misaligned.
2
8
10
Torque
16 FT-LBS.
(22 N·m)
Repeat linkage
installation on
passenger side
Attach wire harness to
controller (make sure
connector locking tabs fully
engage). Mount controller
with the two 11” tie wraps to
factory conduit.
Remove fuse from wire harness
On Regular Cab models remove E-brake cable
and route factory wire harness above cable
mount.
4
5
1
23
5
4
4

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3
4
Remove tape from 3/4” hole in oor panel above
front linkage on driver side and insert grommet.
Thread the two trigger wires through grommet
up into the cabin of vehicle. Seal grommet with
silicone sealer.
Route longer leg of harness down along driver-
side wheel well and along frame of vehicle.
Secure with tie wraps.
Connect red and black
power leads to battery.
Red lead goes to
positive. Route
shorter leg of harness
down passenger-side
wheel well.
Remove driver side front kick panel and door
sill plate. Roll back carpet to access hole for
grommet installation.
6
10
89
7
16
10
OBD II Connector located below
steering column.
Wire OBD II connector with Posi-Splice.

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Replace fuse.
2
3
Open doors to extend drive linkage
assembly (if not already extended).
4
12
14
16 13
13
12
11
Vehicle Port
Vehicle Port
Powerstep
Connection Module
Powerstep
Connection Module
Vehicle Port
Pass-Through Harness
(pin-to-pin at each terminal)
New Vehicle Port
(replaces original port)
To Powerstep
Motors
To Vehicle
Power (12V)
Powerstep
Control Module
To Powerstep
Motors
To Vehicle
Power (12V)
Powerstep
Control Module
Direct to Port Option
Pass-Through Harness Option
Vehicle Port
Powerstep
Connection Module
Direct to Port Option
Powerstep
Control Module
To Vehicle
Power (12V)
To Powerstep
Motors
Powerstep
Control Module
To Vehicle
Power (12V)
To Powerstep
Motors
Powerstep
Connection Module
Vehicle Port
Pass-Through Harness Option
Vehicle Port
Pass-Through Harness
(pin-topin at each terminal)
New Vehicle Port
(replaces original port)
OBD II install: Use Supplied Posi Twist 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.

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Torque
10 ft-lbs.
(13.5 Nm)
9 1
2
2
1
9
Attach step, sliding the mounting T-nut into
position. Align endcap with edge of front door.
65”
24”
On each side of the vehicle measure from the
front edge of door line on the pinch weld to the
specied lengths below. Measure at 20” for front
LED Light and 60” for rear LED Light.
Afx lamps to rocker panel surface. Make sure
the lamp is afxed to a clean, at surface. There
is a step down midway across the surface. Afx
lamp just outside of step down.
Using supplied butt connectors, connect the
lamp wires. Red to Red, Black to Black
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.
18
12
18
20
19
14 15
16 17
18 19

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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.
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.

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:
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 trappedin 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.
™Congratulations on your purchase of the
genuine AMP Research PowerStep!
Here’s what you should know...
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 specied. 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, re, 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 specic
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 CUSTOMER SERVICE 1-888-983-2204
5-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
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.
AMP Research PowerStep running boards automatically move
when the doors are opened to assist entering and exiting the vehicle.