RV Power Steps Operation, Maintenance, and Override

How do your RV power steps work, what maintenance do you have and what do you do when they don't work?

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Timestamps:

(0:00) Introduction to RV Power Steps: This section introduces the topic of RV power steps and their convenience for getting in and out of a motorized unit.
(0:25) Operating RV Power Steps: Learn how to operate the power steps, including how to keep them stationary at a campground and how they retract automatically when traveling, using a magnet sensor on the door.
(0:59) Troubleshooting When Steps Don't Work: This chapter covers initial troubleshooting steps if the power steps aren't working, such as checking power, the battery disconnect, the interior switch, ignition override, fuses, and magnet alignment. It also explains the wiring harness and what each wire controls.
(2:41) Disabling the Power Step Assembly: Discover how to manually disable the power step assembly in case of a motor freeze-up or power issues, focusing on the recommended method of removing the motor by taking out three bolts. The video also shows how to secure the steps for travel.
(4:26) Maintaining RV Power Steps: This segment provides essential maintenance tips for RV power steps, including lubricating hinge points with silicone spray, touching up chipped paint, and trimming off any lifting grip on the step.