AMP Research Override Switch

Take Manual Control of Your AMP Research PowerStep Running Boards

The AMP Research 79106-01A is a three-position flush-mount override toggle switch that puts manual control of your PowerStep running boards right on your dash. Instead of relying solely on automatic door-trigger deployment, the 79106-01A lets you manually deploy or retract your boards at any time. Park it in the center position and your PowerStep returns to full automatic operation. The switch wires directly into your PowerStep controller via a plug-and-play harness and installs into any dash, center console, or panel surface. Compatible with new-style PowerStep controllers with 8-pin and 9-pin plugs.

Key Features

• Three-position toggle: Deploy, Automatic, and Retract
• Flush-mount design installs cleanly in dash, console, or panel
• Plug-and-play wiring harness connects directly to PowerStep controller
• Compatible with new-style controllers featuring 8-pin and 9-pin plugs
• Works with PowerStep, PowerStep XL, and PowerStep Xtreme applications
• Allows full retraction for off-road use or board wash-down without powering off
• Center automatic position restores door-trigger operation instantly
• Made in USA by AMP Research

Specifications

What's Included

• 1 x AMP Research 79106-01A override toggle switch
• Plug-and-play wiring harness
• Mounting hardware

About AMP Research

AMP Research invented the automatic electric running board category with the original PowerStep and has continued to lead it for over two decades. Every AMP Research component is engineered and manufactured in Brea, California, with a focus on precision fit and long-term durability. The 79106-01A is part of their certified replacement parts line, designed to integrate seamlessly with any new-style PowerStep installation.

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• AMP Research 19-04279-XTA — Xtreme Type A Replacement Controller (Rev 6)
• AMP Research 19-04361-90 — B05 to STB Pigtail Adapter
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Frequently Asked Questions

The AMP Research 79106-01A is a three-position flush-mount override toggle switch for PowerStep automatic running board systems. It wires directly to your new-style PowerStep controller and mounts to the dash or console, letting you manually deploy, retract, or return to automatic operation without modifying your system.

The 79106-01A is compatible with new-style AMP Research controllers that feature 8-pin and 9-pin plugs. It works with PowerStep, PowerStep XL, and PowerStep Xtreme applications. It does not include a controller and should not be used with older-style modules 75141-01A or 75134-01A — use the 79107-01A bundle for those.

No. The 79106-01A is the switch only, without a controller. If you need a switch plus a replacement controller together, consider the 79107-01A (includes STB1 controller) or the 79105-01A (includes STA controller).

The 79106-01A is a flush-mount switch designed to be installed in a drilled hole in your dash, center console, A-pillar, or any panel surface that is accessible and within reach of the driver. The plug-and-play harness routes from the switch location to the PowerStep controller under the vehicle.

Yes. The center position on the 79106-01A toggle returns your PowerStep system to full automatic door-trigger operation. Flipping to Deploy or Retract overrides the automation temporarily — return the toggle to center to resume normal automatic function.

Yes, the 79106-01A is compatible with PowerStep Xtreme applications that use a new-style controller. If your Xtreme system uses the XTA controller (19-04279-XTA), the 79106-01A plug-and-play harness connects to the extra plug on that controller that is specifically designed for an optional override switch.

Yes. A hole must be drilled in your chosen mounting surface to install the flush-mount 79106-01A switch body. The harness then runs from the switch to the PowerStep controller. The process typically takes under 30 minutes for an experienced installer.

Adding the 79106-01A override switch is an AMP Research-designed accessory and does not void the PowerStep system warranty when installed according to AMP Research instructions.

Installation Instructions

1. Disconnect the vehicle battery before beginning electrical work.
2. Choose a mounting location on the dash or console within reach of the driver and the PowerStep controller wiring.
3. Drill the appropriately sized hole for the flush-mount switch body per the instruction sheet dimensions.
4. Insert the 79106-01A switch into the hole and secure with the provided hardware.
5. Route the plug-and-play wiring harness from the switch location to the PowerStep controller under the vehicle.
6. Connect the harness plug to the override switch port on your controller.
7. Reconnect the battery and test all three switch positions: Deploy, Automatic, and Retract.

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and phthalates, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.