Step Adjustment

I have 2step Lippert Coach Steps. Last trip out I noticed the shoulder bolt that the gear plate pivets on wad broken. I removed the steps and replaced the bolt. I have the steps back on the RV. I am not sure if I have it on the right tooth on the gear or does it matter? Does the motor go until it hits the stops and the amperage peeks and shut the motor off? When the steps are out the linkage adjustment is all the way in and very tight.