Z71 with Power Running Boards

[d0wnShifT]

Does anyone know if i were to buy a set of OEM power running boards and put them on my Z71 if they would a pain to wire up? I don't care for the ones that came with the truck and the wife and kids need them to get in.

If anyone wants to sell their electric boards let me know.

 

[petethepug]

Put the word out to a few wreckers to holler out when a compatible vehicle comes in. A $C note as a reward if your first to pull the boards, harnesses and switch pack would get you good results.


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[BTSRT]

I'm dealing with the same issues. My escalade came with fixed boards which I removed. Local Dealership said that they can be bolted on but no power. They are now asking coporate how to configure.

 

[Doubeleive]

pretty sure you have to program the option to the bcm once they are wired up, being that it was not a original option adding the wiring will be required, Like Brian noted above the Escalade and my Denali have the wiring but the option still has to be programmed into the bcm to function. On my 2012 when I run test procedures with my scanner it shows the option for power running boards but there is no connection and it's not programmed in the bcm so that the running boards can be turned on/off, etc in the DIC

 

[Tonyv__]

pretty sure you have to program the option to the bcm once they are wired up, being that it was not a original option adding the wiring will be required, Like Brian noted above the Escalade and my Denali have the wiring but the option still has to be programmed into the bcm to function. On my 2012 when I run test procedures with my scanner it shows the option for power running boards but there is no connection and it's not programmed in the bcm so that the running boards can be turned on/off, etc in the DIC

Interesting. @cmatt made a harness for my 15 Denali and it was all plug and play from there. I was actually surprised there was no programming. If I hit my on off button on the dash. It also displays on my dic.

maybe he can work his magic on the 21s soon

 

[Doubeleive]

Interesting. @cmatt made a harness for my 15 Denali and it was all plug and play from there. I was actually surprised there was no programming. If I hit my on off button on the dash. It also displays on my dic.

maybe he can work his magic on the 21s soon

what on off button? a oem button for the steps?

 

[Tonyv__]

that 2nd row left button is for oem running boards. But mine came without it. I had to switch out that whole button for one with running boards

 

[Doubeleive]

that 2nd row left button is for oem running boards. But mine came without it. I had to switch out that whole button for one with running boards View attachment 268788

Interesting, I figured it would need to be added to the bcm

 

[cmatt]

Sorry I’m just now seeing this. The step operations are controlled by their own module (mounted to the driver side step frame). The BCM doesn’t need to be programmed. The switch is necessary to have full control of the boards.

There’s a few circuits that need to be brought from the cabin out to the chassis harness. I have folks verify, but Escalades, Denalis & LTZs typically have the necessary circuits already present in the body harness.

Those that have done this mod can chime in, but my experience has been that some ignition/door open cycles are needed for the module to sync up.

The mod isn’t difficult just a bit expensive as the step assemblies can be pricey.


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[Toasty]

Sorry I’m just now seeing this. The step operations are controlled by their own module (mounted to the driver side step frame). The BCM doesn’t need to be programmed. The switch is necessary to have full control of the boards.

There’s a few circuits that need to be brought from the cabin out to the chassis harness. I have folks verify, but Escalades, Denalis & LTZs typically have the necessary circuits already present in the body harness.

Those that have done this mod can chime in, but my experience has been that some ignition/door open cycles are needed for the module to sync up.

The mod isn’t difficult just a bit expensive as the step assemblies can be pricey.


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There's no switch on the 21's, it's all handled in the vehicle personalizaton menus...

 

[cmatt]

There's no switch on the 21's, it's all handled in the vehicle personalizaton menus...

Even to disable the automatic step function or to have them stay extended (like when washing or to service)?


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[Toasty]

Even to disable the automatic step function or to have them stay extended (like when washing or to service)?


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it's all in the personalization menus.

 

[BTSRT]

I just received a quote for power boards and module - shipped 2,433.32. Does anyone know anyone that knows anyone that can find it cheaper? Part numbers below

84824211 Board
84824212 Board

84888745 Module

 

[d0wnShifT]

I just received a quote for power boards and module - shipped 2,433.32. Does anyone know anyone that knows anyone that can find it cheaper? Part numbers below

84824211 Board
84824212 Board

84888745 Module

Nice work, unfortunately too much for me. I'm still waiting for the AMP research boards to come out.

 

[tomgilk]

Wow nice. Salty but I'd be tempted, I'd greatly prefer that.

 

[BTSRT]

Found multiple used sets for $1k. I wish i knew how to install.....

 

[midwestLT]

Hey all- just wanted to revive this topic. I’ve got a 2022 Tahoe LT coming for my wife and would like to swap the boards with some power boards.

Did anyone ever achieve this? Thanks a bunch!

 

[WVBKW]

Same.... would love to add them.