Owners manual

ManualsBrandsAMP ManualsAutomotiveResearch 76139-01A PowerStep Plug-N-Play System Fits 16-17 1500 2500 3500

www.amp-research.com

IM76139 rev 02.01.181/15

INSTALLATION GUIDE

APPLICATION MODEL YR PART #

Dodge Ram Regular Cab * 1500 2016-2017 76139-01A

Dodge Ram Quad Cab * 1500 2016-2017 76139-01A

Dodge Ram Crew Cab 1500 2016-2017 76139-01A

Dodge Ram Regular Cab * 2500/3500 2016-2017 76139-01A

Dodge Ram Crew Cab 2500/3500 2016-2017 76139-01A

Dodge Ram Mega Cab 2500/3500 2016-2017 76139-01A

*Modication required to running board assembly. See Item 1 on page 3.

3-5 Hours

Professional installation recommended

TOOLS REQUIRED

q Safety goggles

q Measuring tape

q 13mm wrench

q 19mm wrench

q 13mm socket

q 10mm socket

q Ratchet wrench and extension

q Wire stripper / cutter

q 3/16” hex key ( allen wrench )

q 4mm hex key ( allen wrench )

q Rivet Tool

q 1/8”, 9/32” and 3/16” Drill Bit

q T27 torx Bit

q Center Punch

q Anti Corrosion Paint

q Electrical tape

SKILL LEVEL

4= Experienced

2 3

INSTALLATION TIME

AMP RESEARCH TECH SUPPORT 1-888-983-2204 (Press 2)

Monday - Friday, 6:00 AM - 5:00 PM PST

5-Year Limited Warranty

WARRANTY

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;

Summary of content (16 pages)

PAGE 1
INSTALLATION GUIDE APPLICATION Dodge Ram Regular Cab * Dodge Ram Quad Cab * Dodge Ram Crew Cab Dodge Ram Regular Cab * Dodge Ram Crew Cab Dodge Ram Mega Cab 1500 1500 1500 2500/3500 2500/3500 2500/3500 MODEL YR 2016-2017 2016-2017 2016-2017 2016-2017 2016-2017 2016-2017 PART # 76139-01A 76139-01A 76139-01A 76139-01A 76139-01A 76139-01A *Modification required to running board assembly. See Item 1 on page 3.
PAGE 2
A M P R E S E A R C H P O W E R S T E P TM – D O D G E R A M INSTALLATION GUIDE Motor to linkage assembly NOTE: The motors will be attached on step 20 (page 8). 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 separate from their linkage assemblies. This requires that the installer position and fasten the motor before continuing with the install.
PAGE 3
A M P R E S E A R C H P O W E R S T E P TM – D O D G E R A M Note: Some Applications require modification Application Crew Cab, Mega Cab Quad Cab Regular Cab A Cut Length 79” (No Modification Required) 72” (Trim 7”) 50” (Trim 29”) F C (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) 1 B E D x2 Running board assembly Driver Side Linkages 2a 3a Motor Linkage Assembly - Driver Side Idler Linka
PAGE 4
A M P R E S E A R C H P O W E R S T E P TM – D O D G E R A M PARTS LIST AND HARDWARE IDENTIFICATION 4 5 Controller STA Wire Harness 11 10 x8 Washer (SS) x8 Button Head Torx Screw x8 Rivet Nut x8 Socket Cap Screw 15 20 6 16 x8 Washer Rivet Nut Tool 12 x20 Cable Tie (7”) 17 x4 Grommet 21 x4 9 x8 M8 Hex bolt 14 13 x8 Blind Rivet x2 x2 Cable Tie (11”) Posi-LockTM Connector 18 19 x4 LED Lamp x8 Butt Connector 22 x4 OBD II Plug Blind Rivet Reinforcement Bracket 8 7
PAGE 5
A M P R E S E A R C H P O W E R S T E P TM – D O D G E R A M NOTE: 1500 RAM Only! Powerstep installations require additional steps and come with the required additional hardware. Please read and carefully follow the instructions in Step 1 for your vehicle model. Follow Steps 1-5 to relocate brake cable and wire harness plug and then proceed with the Power Step installation. For Ram 2500/3500 Skip to step 6. On Drivers side of vehicle towards front of body remove harness bracket with 10mm socket or wrench.
PAGE 6
A M P R E S E A R C H P O W E R S T E P TM – D O D G E R A M HARDWARE MOUNTING OVERVIEW (passenger side shown) Locate forward most and rearward most mounting provisions on inner sill of truck. Remove tape from sill drain hole at both mounting points. Note: Some vehicles may have Front welded fasteners installed already. Backing plates and rivet nuts are not needed on these locations.
PAGE 7
A M P R E S E A R C H P O W E R S T E P TM – D O D G E R A M With Rivet Nut Tool held in place with 19mm wrench, tighten Hex Bolt until Rivet Nut deforms and secures itself to the sheet metal (110 in-Lbs. or 4 turns). Remove Hex Bolt and Rivet Nut Tool. Repeat for each of the four mentioned mounting locations. Once rivet nuts are in place use a screwdriver to push back tab in hole to avoid interference with linkage mount. WARNING: Rivet Nuts not properly collapsed will not hold securely to sheet metal.
PAGE 8
A M P R E S E A R C H P O W E R S T E P TM – D O D G E R A M All Linkages: Slide linkage over pre threaded bolts. Using a T27 Torx driver start torx bolts and washers. Snug bolts but do not tighten. Replace bolts from step 15 if present. Using a 13mm wrench tighten two hex bolts on linkage. Torque to 16 ft-lbs. Torque bolts from step 15 if present to 50 flt-lbs. 16 15 10 17 T27 Torx 10 18 13mm 13mm Using a 4mm hex key torque bolts to 36 in-lbs. See page 2 for motor installation instructions.
PAGE 9
A M P R E S E A R C H P O W E R S T E P TM – D O D G E R A M Insert controller into tie-wrap loops and cinch down securely. The tie-wraps should cinch down into channels on controller surface. Prepare large tie-wraps for mounting Power Step Controller. Loosely loop tie-wraps around large bundle of wires behind battery in engine compartment. 13 5 23 22 Remove fuse from Power Step Wire Harness.
PAGE 10
A M P R E S E A R C H P O W E R S T E P TM – D O D G E R A M Tape leading end of wires together and push through rubber boot to cabin side of the firewall. Silicon lubricant may be used for ease of passage. The trigger wires will come out just above and to the left of the brake pedal. 26 OBD II Connector located below driver side steering column. 27 9 7 www.amp-research.com 10/15 IM76139 rev 02.01.
PAGE 11
A M P R E S E A R C H P O W E R S T E P TM – D O D G E R A M 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.
PAGE 12
A M P R E S E A R C H P O W E R S T E P TM – D O D G E R A M Route the two Wire Harness legs down over the wheel wells toward Motor Linkages, long leg across to the passenger side. Secure harness with tie wraps. 4 28 29 29 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.
PAGE 13
A M P R E S E A R C H P O W E R S T E P TM – D O D G E R A M On each side of the vehicle measure from the front edge of door line on the pinch weld to the specified lengths below. Measure at 22” for the front LED Light and 64-3/4” for the rear LED Light. Note for Quad cabs mount lights at 22” and 54” for Regular cabs mount lights at 10” and 45”. 32 22” 64-3/4” Insert grommet into drilled holes. Insert lamp wires through the grommets. (Silicon lube will help wires slip through grommets.
PAGE 14
A M P R E S E A R C H P O W E R S T E P TM – D O D G E R A M Install boards: Slide mounting T-Nut of board into position and attach to linkages. Shift board forward as much as possible for proper clearance. The end of board/end cap will nest into linkage lower mount 1/2” when positioned correctly. With doors open Reinstall fuse. With boards in extended position step on boards to seat linkages. Walk the length of the board taking bouncing steps.
PAGE 15
A M P R E S E A R C H P O W E R S T E P TM – D O D G E R A M 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.
PAGE 16
™ Congratulations on your purchase of the genuine AMP Research PowerStep! Here’s what you should know... 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.