Can you get a new motor for a Kwikee step?
It may save you some money on a replacement motor for your Kwikee step. “I called a large RV parts dealer in Texas, and told him that I needed a motor for a 32 series Kwikee step. He said that I could not get just a motor that I would have to buy the complete kit that included the controller, gear box and motor as a matched kit.
Why are the steps on my Kwikee not extending?
Took coach to a repair facility where the mechanic tapped on the motor assembly and they worked. Next time they would not retract. I crawled under coach and tapped them myself and they worked again for awhile. This may happen every couple of months. Now they will not extend, even with the tapping procedure.
What happens if your RV step is not working?
CAUTION: Never work under an RV automatic electric step. Serious injury can occur if the steps extend or retract unintentionally. Always remove power from the steps of your motorhome or travel trailer before working on them. The most common issues electric RV steps face are not retracting and not extending properly.
What kind of window lift motor does Kwikee use?
I found that a 1986-1995 Ford Taurus left front window lift motor matched my motor. NAPA part # BK655-1395 $63.99 I ordered my motor from Auto-Zone Manufactured by Dorman part# 742-206. This has a lifetime Warranty and was $49.99.”
It may save you some money on a replacement motor for your Kwikee step. “I called a large RV parts dealer in Texas, and told him that I needed a motor for a 32 series Kwikee step. He said that I could not get just a motor that I would have to buy the complete kit that included the controller, gear box and motor as a matched kit.
Took coach to a repair facility where the mechanic tapped on the motor assembly and they worked. Next time they would not retract. I crawled under coach and tapped them myself and they worked again for awhile. This may happen every couple of months. Now they will not extend, even with the tapping procedure.
Where is the power cable on a Kwikee step?
Follow the black wire bundle from the connector to the black box mounted to the step. That’s the Step Controller. You’ll find several colored wires going into the controller. There should also be a power cable from the controller to the step motor. Refer to the Lippert manuals for your specific Kwikee step model for the correct wiring.
CAUTION: Never work under an RV automatic electric step. Serious injury can occur if the steps extend or retract unintentionally. Always remove power from the steps of your motorhome or travel trailer before working on them. The most common issues electric RV steps face are not retracting and not extending properly.
How do you turn off auto extend on a Kwikee step?
In this case, the override switch must be turned off for the step to retract. Turn the vehicle ignition off and open the door. The step will extend and lock in the ‘down’ position. This is the ‘Auto Extend’ feature.
Where is the lighted switch on Kwikee steps?
Many rigs with Kwikee steps have a lighted switch near the door. When the light is off, the steps will open and close with the door. When the light is on and the RV’s engine is off, they will stay open all the time once extended.
What are the step test procedures for Kwikee?
Troubleshooting and Test Procedures The step test procedures outlined in this tip sheet are provided to troubleshoot and test all Kwikee IMGL automatic electric step functions. The procedures are designed to initially check the basic functions of the step separately from the RV wiring to determine whether or not the step is malfunctioning.
What to do when your Kwikee steps wont extend?
Took coach to a repair facility where the mechanic tapped on the motor assembly and they worked. Next time they would not retract. I crawled under coach and tapped them myself and they worked again for awhile.
Is the Fleetwood Flair compatible with the Kwikee step?
I have a 1999 Fleetwood Flair with the original model 32 Kwikee step. Through neglect, the steps began jamming and the stripped the gear in the gearbox. I originally purchased the replacement gear box (Item # LC379160) and upon receipt discovered it was not compatible with my old motor.
