AMP Research PowerStep | Automatic Electric Running Boards | 2020 Ford Expedition MAX | SKU: 76337-01A

Brand: AMP Research | SKU: 76337-01A | Material: Die-Cast Aluminum (Anodized & PTFE Coated) | Application: Automatic Electric Deploy | Engine: EcoBoost Gas Only | Free Shipping | Affirm & Afterpay Available

You Upgraded Your Full-Size SUV. Now Family Cab Entry is an Obstacle.

You chose the Ford Expedition MAX for its unparalleled cargo space, passenger comfort, and road presence. What you didn't plan for was the daily physical climb required just to access the cabin. Fixed factory running boards ruin the vehicle's lower body profile, accumulate mud, and still leave a high vertical step-in height. Meanwhile, standard stationary steps look like an aftermarket compromise on an otherwise premium vehicle.

Worse yet, standard entry steps are fundamentally vulnerable to environmental wear. In the freezing salt and slush of the Corrosion Belt, road brine migrates into unshielded pivot pins, causing steps to seize, pit, and fail when your family is running errands in February. In high-heat arid regions, punishing UV rays turn cheap composite steps chalky and brittle within a season. Every time your door opens, you depend on a linkage that is actively being degraded by the elements.

The AMP Research PowerStep (SKU: 76337-01A) is the definitive engineered solution. Purpose-built exclusively for the 2020 Ford Expedition MAX, this system features smart, high-torque electric motors that automatically deploy a rugged, full-length step surface down the moment a door opens. When the doors close, the steps retract completely flush beneath the rocker panels—preserving your clean factory body lines, optimizing aerodynamics, and delivering an effortless step-in height.

The Obsidian Take

We carry the AMP Research PowerStep for the 2020 Expedition MAX because it bridges the gap between luxury executive aesthetics and commercial-grade durability. Most generic e-commerce listings use lazy automated text claiming their steps universal-fit anything from sports cars to SUVs with options for "Dana 30 or Dana 44 flip kits." That is sloppy, inaccurate data filler. The 76337-01A is an ultra-specific extended-wheelbase full-size SUV kit, geometrically mapped to match the long rocker panel stamps of the Expedition MAX.

Instead of flimsy stamped metal, the steps are built from high-tensile die-cast aluminum coated in a military-grade anodized and PTFE non-stick corrosion shield. Whether you are navigating slushy northern winter roads or blistering desert heat, this finish prevents oxidation and ensures the non-slip traction surface stays perfectly intact. Driven by weather-sealed, high-torque electric motors and complemented by integrated OEM-style LED courtesy lights, it delivers silent, premium operation that matches the elite refinement of your vehicle.

⚠️ Extended Wheelbase MAX Geometry Only: This kit is mathematically and physically tailored exclusively for the longer wheelbase of the Expedition MAX. It will NOT fit standard-wheelbase Expedition models, as the rocker panel mounting points and body lengths differ significantly.

⚠️ 2020 Model Year Isolation Fact: The provided manufacturer data sheet identifies this SKU as highly model-year specific. Due to generational updates in Ford's digital door-trigger communication networks and underlying module plug configurations, the 76337-01A harness interfaces perfectly only with the 2020 model year architecture. Attempting to force-install this on a 2019 or 2021+ model will result in CAN-bus communication faults.

⚠️ Rocker Mount Obstructions: This system requires a clean, unobstructed factory rocker panel path to complete its outward and downward sweeping travel arc. It is NOT compatible with vehicles equipped with aftermarket rock sliders or extended lower custom body molding.

Confirmed Fitment Matrix

CRITICAL FITMENT NOTE: This kit is engineered strictly for the extended-wheelbase Ford T3 platform configuration for the specified model year.

❌ This Unit Does NOT Fit:

• Standard-Wheelbase Ford Expedition: Rocker panel step lengths and sub-frame mounting locations are completely different.

• 2019 or 2021–2026 Ford Expedition / Lincoln Navigator: Digital module pinouts and door sensing networks do not align.

• Diesel Engine Platforms / Non-US Spec Vehicles: Exhaust plumbing variations can interfere with linkage arm space.

Technical Specifications

Before You Order — 4 Fitment Checkpoints

Electronic running boards require precise platform validation before processing. Review these four checkpoints prior to checkout:

1. Wheelbase Validation: Confirm your vehicle registration explicitly states "MAX". Look at your rear doors; if the rear wheel well cuts directly into the rear door edge, you have a standard wheelbase and this kit will be too long.

2. Model Year Verification: Check your vehicle's door jamb manufacturing sticker. Your Expedition must be a true 2020 model year to guarantee plug-and-play wiring sync.

3. Engine Configuration: Ensure your vehicle runs the standard gas EcoBoost platform. Alternative custom fuel or exhaust configurations must be verified for clearance.

4. No-Splicing Rules: Review your installation plan. Never use cheap T-taps or scotchlocks on the data lines, as cabin vibrations will introduce signal flicker and ghost fault codes.

Professional Installation & Mechanical Notes

• Harness Before Hardware: Pro Tip: Always route your primary electronic harness and plug into the factory door-trigger ports before lifting and bolting the heavy 54 lb aluminum step rails to the body mounts. It is substantially simpler to manipulate wires while the underside is wide open.

• Squaring the Hardware: Cycle the step motors electronically by triggering the door switches prior to applying final torque values to the linkage fasteners. This permits the components to align naturally and prevents premature motor bind.

• Dry Silicone Maintenance: While the premium PTFE finish keeps road salt and grime from sticking, spray the primary pivot pins periodically with a high-quality dry silicone lubricant to keep the high-torque motors moving silently through winter tracking conditions.

AMP RESEARCH POLICY NOTE: Due to the vehicle-specific programming integrated into the plug-and-play electronics box, once the wiring harness has been connected to vehicle power, this system cannot be returned. Verify all cab configuration metrics prior to unboxing.

Questions We Get Asked

Why does this kit only fit the 2020 model year Expedition MAX? Ford implemented specific mid-generation revisions to the vehicle's electronic architecture and gateway modules. AMP Research engineered the plug-and-play harness in the 76337-01A kit to match the exact digital pinning configuration unique to the 2020 production line.

Does this kit require cutting or splicing into my SUV's factory wiring? No. This system features a true plug-and-play wiring network that interfaces cleanly with the vehicle's factory door-trigger circuits, ensuring your factory Ford vehicle warranty remains fully intact.

What is the difference between an Expedition MAX and a standard Expedition fitment? The Expedition MAX features an extended wheelbase with a rear axle shifted further back, resulting in a significantly longer flat rocker panel section. This kit features extended step boards cut precisely to fill that specific MAX profile.

Are the LED entry lights included with this part number? Yes. Low-profile LED courtesy lights are completely integrated into the 76337-01A kit. They mount discreetly to the linkages and illuminate the step surface and ground automatically whenever a door opens.

Why Buy From Obsidian Forged Auto Supply

• Authorized AMP Research Dealer — Full factory-backed manufacturer warranty protection with factory-direct logistics tracking.

• Free Shipping, Lower 48 — Rapid large-parcel ground or freight delivery directly from our closest regional warehouse.

• Real Fitment Verification — Text (469) 407-7538 (SMS only) with your Expedition's VIN and wheelbase configuration. An Obsidian technician will manually cross-reference your vehicle's build sheet for a 100% certified fit confirmation before shipping.

• Premium Financing Available — Flexible, secure checkout options through Affirm and Afterpay.

Disclaimer

The technical and product information presented above is compiled from data provided directly by the component manufacturer. Obsidian Forged Auto Supply maintains a rigorous engineering audit workflow to ensure vehicle fitment compatibility; however, we are not responsible or liable for sudden manufacturer-driven specification updates, raw metadata changes, or accuracy discrepancies in the foundational data sheets provided by the manufacturer.

2020 Ford Expedition MAX. AMP Research PowerStep System. Clear the entry gap cleanly. Add to cart.

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