'94-96 F-series & Bronco Cab Steps (Running Boards F1TZ16450AK) (Original kit: F3TZ-16450-L)
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The (Bronco only) rear bracket (F4TZ16488A orange #10) has 2 anti-spin tabs; the front (F2T316C078AB yellow #7) has only 1. The same bracket is used (in each case) for Left & Right. As of 2023, I have the small front & rear L brackets that connect the ends of the fiberglass steps to the body, and the bridges (front dk.green all & rear purple Bronco only) glued to the steps' ends for sale. I don't sell the adhesive, but
3M 08116 is a good one.
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NOT CALLED OUT: foam self-adhesive weatherstrip (F2TZ16536B brown) on top edge of step (#3) very similar to
TrimLok P-bulb HT but replaceable by
twin bulb strip, but could be replaced by
3/8x3/16" x 10' or
3/8x1/4" x 33'. Bronco steps are 69"ea; std.cab are 59"; x-cab are 80".
Installation & Alignment: (factory steps & tubes)
1) Install the step assembly (#3) onto the bracket (#5) using 2 nuts (#4, 13mm hex)
2) Install bracket (#7, & Bronco only #10) loosely to the body using existing wheelwell fasteners (#8 5.5mm hex and Bronco only rear not shown 1/2" hex)
3) Position the step & bracket below the body; install 4 pinch-weld bolts (#1 tan, 10mm hex) loosely
4) Install 2 inboard bolts (#6, 10mm hex) loosely to floor reinforcement lip
5) Raise step so its top edge contacts the bottom lip of the rocker/fender/quarter; align the front curve of the step with the front wheel arch; tighten 4 pinch-weld bolts
6) Push the step inboard so its outboard edge aligns with the lowest body line; tighten 2 inboard bolts
7) Tighten tab bolts (#2 pink, 8mm hex), bracket screw (#8 5.5mm hex), and (Bronco only) wheel liner bolt & nut (not shown 1/2" hex)
The factory bracket is made of thin-walled steel tubing that was only painted on the OUTside, so it collects water & mud, and rusts from the inside out. It's also very susceptible to damage. The factory bracket #5 without anything attached weighs ~5lbs; I'm not sure how much
the $500 reproduction version weighs, but it won't work if your steps' long studs (red) are rusted off. Mine weighs 13.5 lbs per side. If you want a set, scroll down (or keep clicking "
NEXT" at the top left of the page if you're only looking at this diagram) and read all the captions in this photo album.
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The TSB below also applies to cab steps, nerf bars, bumpers, grill guards, & utility beds.
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TSB 95-08-06 RUNNING BOARDS - INCORRECTLY INSTALLED -NOISE VIBRATION HARSHNESS CONCERNS
Publication Date: APRIL 24, 1995 (This TSB is being republished in its entirety to include vehicles through the 1995 model year.)
LIGHT TRUCK:
1987-90 BRONCO II
1987-95 BRONCO, ECONOLINE, F-150-350 SERIES, RANGER
1988-95 F SUPER DUTY
1991-95 EXPLORER
ISSUE: Running boards which are incorrectly installed may result in noise/vibration complaints.
ACTION: Install running boards to either the body OR the frame; NEVER to both unless the mounting system uses isolated mounts. A manufacturer's instruction to attach running boards to both body and frame should be immediately questioned because such action provides a direct path from chassis to body for road vibration and noise.
OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: NONE
SUPERSEDES: 91-04-11
WARRANTY STATUS: INFORMATION ONLY
OASIS CODES: 108000, 702000, 703000
