AMP Research PowerStep Power-Retractable Running Boards | Die-Cast Aluminum | PTFE-Coated | 2010–2018 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | SKU: 76263-01A

Verified Fitment
2010–2018 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. Compatible on vehicles manufactured to U.S. OEM specifications. Does not fit 2019+ Sprinter applications due to electronics compatibility.

Component Specifications

• Step type: single-motor retracting step
• Step material: die-cast aluminum
• Step finish: textured black powder coat, described by the manufacturer as a military-grade PTFE coating for corrosion and abrasion resistance
• Step width: 6 inches
• Step length: cab length
• Step mount: mounts to vehicle rocker panel
• Hinge pins and hardware: stainless steel
• Textured, slip-resistant step tread surface
• Integrated LED courtesy lighting (two pairs), activates on deploy, shuts off on retract
• Automatic deploy on door open; retracts after a 3-second delay on door close
• Load capacity: 600 lb per side
• Installation: no drilling required
• Newer applications connect via OBD-II Plug-N-Play module

What Is and Is NOT Included 

Included:

• One driver-side running board
• One passenger-side running board
• Vehicle-specific mounting kit (brackets, hardware, wiring, motors)
• Vehicle-specific installation guide

Not Included:

• Override Switch accessory (sold separately for manual control)

Critical Compatibility

• Will NOT work with 2019+ Sprinter models due to electronics compatibility issue
• Compatible only with vehicles manufactured to U.S. OEM specifications
• Replacement/service parts associated with this SKU: 19-04322-97L, 19-04280-STA, 75144-01A, 80-04868-90, 19-04369-90, 76405-01A, 20-03752-79, 20-03752-36

Product Family Reference
This SKU is the vehicle-specific PowerStep application for 2010–2018 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. An Override Switch accessory is available separately for manual override control.

Installation Notes
Professional installation is recommended; experienced DIYers can install at home. No drilling required. Kit includes full bracketry, hardware, wiring, motors, and a vehicle-specific install guide. A manufacturer-supplied installation instruction document is provided for this exact SKU.

Maintenance: Debris (mud, dirt, salt) trapped in the mechanism can cause noise or binding. To service: manually deploy the step by opening the door and holding foot pressure on the step while closing the door. Pressure-wash the front and rear linkages at all 4 hinge points, avoiding direct spray on the motors. After washing, apply silicone spray (dry film lubricant) only to the linkage arms and pivot pins, then cycle the door. Do not apply silicone, wax, protectants (e.g., Armor All), greases, oils, WD-40, or penetrants beyond the specified silicone spray.

The Obsidian Take
PowerStep earns its keep on a Sprinter by solving two problems at once: ground clearance while driving and a real step when the door opens. The single-motor deploy system and 600 lb load rating hold up to daily use as a work van running board, and the die-cast aluminum construction with stainless hinge hardware is built for the corrosion exposure that comes with year-round use. The trade-off is mechanical complexity — this is a motorized, hinge-and-linkage system, not a fixed bar, so it requires the periodic cleaning and lubrication routine outlined above to avoid binding.

This Product Is For You If

• You drive a 2010–2018 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and want a running board that disappears when not needed
• You want factory-style automatic deploy/retract rather than a fixed step
• You're comfortable with (or plan to follow) the periodic pressure-wash-and-lubricate maintenance routine

This Product Is Not For You If

• Your Sprinter is a 2019 or newer model year — this SKU will not work due to electronics incompatibility
• You want a zero-maintenance, purely mechanical fixed step
• Your vehicle was not manufactured to U.S. OEM specifications

Common Questions

• Does this fit my 2019 Sprinter? No — this SKU does not work on 2019+ models due to an electronics compatibility issue.
• Is drilling required? No.
• What's included? A driver-side and passenger-side board, vehicle-specific mounting kit, and install guide.
• Can I manually control deployment? Yes, with the separately sold Override Switch accessory.

Manufacturer Data Disclaimer
Specifications and fitment are sourced from AMP Research (a RealTruck brand) manufacturer documentation for SKU 76263-01A. Confirm exact vehicle configuration compatibility before ordering.

Warranty
5-year limited warranty covering defects in materials or workmanship, valid only when the product is properly installed per provided instructions. Coverage ends if the product is removed from the original vehicle or the vehicle changes ownership; the warranty is non-transferable. Not covered: damage or malfunction from misuse, abuse, accident, improper installation, modification, improper or inadequate maintenance, or on-road/off-road hazards. Incidental and consequential damages are excluded where permitted by state law. At its discretion, AMP Research will repair or replace a defective product at no charge; removal and reinstallation labor is the owner's responsibility. Discontinued products may be replaced with a current product of comparable function and value.

California Proposition 65
This product carries a California Proposition 65 warning for California residents. (Note: specific chemical/substance designation wasn't included in the supplied material — send the actual warning language when available.)