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Old 10-19-2017, 08:11 AM   #1
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Front Steps on View won't operate

Have a 2015 View that was parked for an extended time allowing the chaises battery to discharge . Have it charged back up but now the steps into the coach will not operate . Doesn't seem to matter which position the switch is in . Light under the steps comes on so assume there is power . What am I missing ?
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You didn't give the step manufacturer or model, but often power steps have a four wire plug. I'd look online for an owner's manual and check the wiring at the steps for power. If no power, check fuses. It wouldn't hurt to lube the steps, there are a lot of moving joints that could have stiffened up after an extended time.
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Be very careful around the steps when checking/cleaning connections. I would shut off both house and chassis batteries.

The steps are controlled by three different inputs: 1) the main step switch at the bottom of the cabinet in the entrance; 2) the door micro switch mounted on the hinge side of the door; and 3) the transmission interlock system. You can test the three systems by turning the steps On and closing the door. The steps should retract. If they do not, leave the door closed and start the coach.

If the steps still do not retract, what is the start of charge of your batteries? Chassis battery at ? volts; house battery at ? volts.
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Front steps

Booth batteries are at 14+ volts steps do not come out when doer is opened . Doesn't matter if engine running or what position door switch is in .
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Try pulling the plug, usually 4 conductors, from the step control panel. Test for 12v at the plug, using an online manual for your step manufacturer. If power is present at the wires for the step operation (the light is often an independent source) then remove the motor mechanism and bench test it. With the motor removed, the steps should be able to be moved by hand. Lube every joint and moving part with spray white grease. WD-40 won't last long in this situation.

The motor and transmission is the same as found in automobile electric window mechanisms. Instead of buying the motor from the manufacturer, take it to an auto parts store and they should be able to match it up with a much less expensive replacement.
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