Auxiliary Step / Running Board Motor: Service and Repair

Assist Step Motor Replacement












2.Remove the two motor cover bolts.

3.Disconnect any electrical connectors.

4.Remove the three motor bolts.

5.Remove the wedge bolt and wedge.

6.Loosen the link nuts but Do Not Remove.

7.Remove the two link bolts.

8.Pull the motor inboard and rearward in order to clear the weld joint.

9.Remove the motor.

1Assist Step Motor Wedge Bolt
Notice:Refer to Fastener Notice .
Tighten 8 N �m (71 lb in)

2Assist Step Motor Wedge

3Assist Step Motor Bolts (Qty: 5)Tighten 12 N �m (9 lb ft)

4Assist Step Motor

Procedure

1.Pull the motor inboard and wiggle forward to position and install the motor in place.

2.Install the two link bolts.

3.Install and tighten the three link nuts.

4.Install the motor bolts.

5.Install the wedge and the wedge bolt.

6.Install the cover and two motor cover bolts.

Note:Make sure the flat on the motor is parallel to the floor before installing. All new motors should be shipped with motor flat in the correct position. As the motor is installed shake the board up and down gently to make sure the wedge and flat seat together correctly or unwanted noise could result.
Tip Once the installation of the new motor is completed the assist step must be cycled once for the module to learn the positioning.