Auto step just stopped working
I have a 2008 Four Winds 31P Class C RV. Today my automatic step on the main coach side door just stopped working. This morning...no problem. This afternoon when I opened the door the step didn't d...
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dougrainer wrote:
The most common problem for your type problem is a defective motor. It has a dead spot in the windings. Troubleshooting takes 30 seconds. Open and close the entry door. If the AMBER step light comes on and off when you open and close the door, the step module and wiring are OK. When it fails, you have someone open and close the door and you tap on the motor with a hammer. IF the step motor then operates the motor is bad. Always do your testing with the engine running. The extra 1 to 2 volts from the engine helps activate a bad motor. Doug
We followed Doug' advice about a year ago and he is right on the money. Light was on so ordered a replacement motor from Amazon and had it delivered to the Elks Lodge we were staying at. Replaced it the next day which was a piece of cake. Works great now. Thanks again Doug for your expert advice as always.
