Aries ActionTrac Motorized Running Boards with Custom Installation Kit - LED Lights
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ActionTrac motorized running boards automatically deploy a second step as your vehicle's doors open and retract when the doors close. Integrated LEDs and obstruction-sensing smart system enhances safety. Easy installation with custom fit kit.
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98% were satisfied with this product
2% of customers were not satisfied
Ratings & Reviews
Fast shipping! I ordered a set of steps for an unknown vehicle and did not notice until I attempted to print installation instructions. I called etrailer and talked to Ashley who sent an email with return instructions as well as sending the correct set of steps to me. Fantastic customer service which is hard to find these days. Thanks Ashley!!!
Customer service was great. Received my running boards and in transit they had a minor dent on the top.Amy who was helping me , didn't think twice and sent me a whole new set in two days , which was great. The new set that I received were in perfect shape.
Steve with TekRV, a mobile RV mechanic, out of Galveston did the installation. Everything went according to the instructions. Looks and works great. Co-pilot is happy, I am estatic.
First time for the power running boards. Wasn’t to hard to put on. Now that I did it once I’ll be able to cut down the time in half. Wife loves the fact that it has a two step to get into the truck. Especially with bad knees. A+ for us
My wife can now get into my Chevy 2500HD without a step stool!
I bought them for my dad so he can get in and out easily. I like the on off switch because I don't use them unless he's riding with me.
I liked the idea of a two step running board. My wife has had operations
on her knees and was difficult for her to get into her jeep with the
standard side steps. I started looking for powered steps and these
sounded like just the ticket. There was some fabrication involved,
because I installed them on a 2000 TJ Wrangler, but nothing too crazy. I
used some 3/16" flat bar and sandwiched it between the body mounts. In
retrospect, I should have used C channel for the longer front mount,
because I had to weld gussets on it. Welded a piece of angle to the
flat bar for the supplied mounts. If you don't have a welder, it could
all be bolted in with the C channel.
I also didn't care for the supplied magnets and switches held on with
tape to operate the steps. We hit up the u-pull-it wrecking yard and got
the same style switch that operates the dome lights and I installed them
above the original switches.
I put the door delete bypass in the housing for the front speakers on
the dash.
They have been installed for about two months now and we've had no
problems with the operation. Lots of likes from our friends who see them
in operation.
My wife has had hip and knee replacement and we had to carry a step for her to get into our Chevy 2500HD. With these running boards the step extends low enough she can get in and out on her own, well worth the install.
All brackets has areas that didn’t get coating and rust was starting to form. Primed with cold-galv paint then followed up with satin black.
Instructions were not in color as stated, black and white photos hard to make out. Had to cross reference on the web in addition to the instructions to install.
The running boards … one opens and closes louder then the other which is startling at first but very pleased, works as advertised, looks good.
They are working as advertised, which is good for an old man. Service after the sale was great.
Another excellent product offered by e trailer. Would definitely recommend.
Love them. I can get into my truck now. Would be perfect if an inch wider. Getting in is fine, getting out could use more width.
These running boards are the best, they make getting into my truck a breeze for me and my wife.
So far the steps are mechanically installed. Found some manufacturing problems with the truck assembly. The only problem with the Action product so far, is the connection of the 3 wires for the disable switch. The black wire terminal is too small to mate to the switch. I have not powered the system yet, maybe tomorrow. Any more problems I'll send a message.
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Excellent product overall. My 22 ram 3500 4 x 4 has an entrance height of 30 inches my wife is 4’9” and can’t get Into the truck without them. As you can see the steps drop immediately when you open the door and have it delayed after you shut the door excellent design.
The only negatives are ran into on the steps, are the LED lights lenses fall off then they short out and stop working. I think this is a Supply problem that can be addressed from the vendor that supplies the LEDs my fix was a sealed the LED lenses to the LED body with clear silicone. this lasted for six months.. The second problem is you have to open the door to clean the bottom step.
The first step is 9 inches from the ground. The second step is 18 inches from the ground and the cab entrance like I said is 30 inches
Installation was not easy by myself, but I got it done wiring is straightforward. Take your time. Buy a tube of clear silicone for the lites and seal the lenses and wire inlets before installing and I think the lights will last a bit longer.
This was my last purchase from etrailer because of a policy within the company they shipped me, returned steps and charge me for new price. Took a bit of back and forth to get what I paid for but the matter was resolved.. .
Did not send enough 1/4" washer. Washer to hold boards to brackets had to grind flat to clear bracket(washers to big around). But all other parts worked good.
I am very happy with the steps with one exception I'll mention later. The Aries fore and aft action was perfect for our 2020 Ram 3500 chassis cab. The steps look great and were easy to install with running wires and locating the processor taking the most time. My only complaint regards the led step lights. Both began flickering then failed completely, the driver side after about six months and the passenger side in the last several weeks.
Awesome product so far…. Game changer for bad knees.
Install was no joke. Hard part is the wiring. Had to remove the rear interior and pillar panels to install harness and four door switches. Has to be a better way, like tapping into the door light switch wire to trigger the steps!
Steps are nice, I like how there are two steps compared to the other guys power step. Lot easier on the seat bolsters getting out instead of sliding out to a lower step.
They are very sturdy and install is not too hard. The wiring harness is top notch and includes everything you need. They fold up and look like a plain step bar until you open the door then the bottom step swings down and makes accessing my Ram 5500 much easier! I know the application says it won’t fit a 4500 or a 5500 but I assure you they fit any Ram 2500-5500. No cutting into the factory wiring harness, all the steps need are +12 volts from the battery and a ground screw.
Mike L.
8/12/2026
The boards look great on your truck Kenneth! Thanks for the photo!!
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11/23/2021
Please check to see that the LED connector is plugged in and secure. Inspect the LED and wiring harness for damage. To test LED functionality, apply 12 volts directly to the LED. If the LED will not turn on when directly connected, it will need to be replaced. The manufacturer handles warranties directly, so I will email you their contact information.