Installing Switch so Bestop PowerBoard Running Boards Can Be Turned On and Off on 2014 Ram

Question:

I dont really need sidesteps but my wife does. Is there any way of DISABLING the actuation of these steps while Im driving and then ENABLING it on days when she is using it?

asked by: Rich

Expert Reply:

I spoke with my Bestop Representative, who tells me that the know of no way to temporarily disable the PowerBoards.

My thought was to use a switch like part # PK34212 to interrupt the power connection to the battery, which is shown in step # 22 of the instructions I've linked for you. You could install the switch on the dash, have the switch 'ON' for when your wife uses the truck, have it 'OFF' when you're driving it.

Keep in mind that installing the power steps in ANY manner other than what's described in the installation instructions or modifying it in any way will void the product warranty. Due to this, I'd be pretty wary of modifying anything.

expert reply by: Mike L