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StepShield Pro Sprinter Hitch Step & Skid Plate by Agile Offroad

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STEPSHIELD PRO - SPRINTER HITCH STEP & SKID PLATE

Step to the next level with the StepShield Pro Sprinter Hitch Step & Skid Plate. Designed to enhance your Sprinter van experience, the Shield Pro hitch step offers improved accessibility, integrated lighting, and added protection. The custom powder-coated nonskid texture ensures safe access in all conditions, while the Baja Designs S2 Sport Light Pods provide exceptional lighting. Whether you’re navigating off-road or simply need easier access to the rear of your van, the StepShield Pro has you covered.

KEY FEATURES

  • Fits 2007+ Sprinter Vans with Factory Hitch: This hitch step is specifically designed to fit Sprinter vans from 2007 onwards that have a factory-installed hitch, ensuring a perfect fit and seamless integration with your vehicle.
  • Made from 6061 T6 Aluminum Plate: Constructed from high-quality 6061 T6 aluminum, the hitch step is both lightweight and extremely durable, making it ideal for heavy-duty use and long-lasting performance.
  • Powder-Coated Black with Custom Non-Skid Texture: The hitch step is powder-coated black for a sleek, stylish appearance. The custom non-skid texture on the step ensures safe footing in all conditions, preventing slips and falls.
  • Compatible with Factory Sprinter Switch or Switch-Pros Setup: The integrated lights are designed to work seamlessly with either a factory Sprinter switch or a Switch-Pros setup, providing flexibility in how you control and configure the lighting system.
  • Includes Two Integrated Baja Designs S2 Sport Light Pods: High-performance lights provide powerful illumination, enhancing visibility and safety. They can be used as utility lights or reverse lights, depending on your needs.
  • Available with or without a Skid Plate: You can choose to have the hitch step with or without the skid plate, depending on your specific needs. The skid plate offers additional protection for the rear of your van, especially useful during off-road driving.

BENEFITS

  • Improved Accessibility: The StepShield Pro hitch step makes accessing the rear area of your van effortless, ensuring safe and easy entry and exit.
  • Enhanced Lighting: The integrated Baja Designs S2 Sport Light Pods provide powerful illumination, perfect for utility or reverse lights, enhancing visibility in low-light conditions.
  • Increased Protection: The skid plate option protects the rear end of your van from impacts and scrapes, especially during off-road driving, preventing potential damage and ensuring smooth navigation over rough terrain.

STEPSHIELD PRO SPRINTER HITCH STEP

SKU

  • AO-B3S-1 StepShield Pro with Skid Plate
  • AO-B3S-3 StepShield Pro without Skid Plate

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Vehicle Fit:

  • Mercedes Sprinter 2500 w/ Factory Hitch
  • Second Generation (NCV3/906): 2014 – 2018
  • Third Generation (VS30/907): 2019-2022
  • 2023+

Material: 6061 T6 Aluminum

Material Coating: Black powder coat finish

Lighting: (2) integrated Baja Designs S2 Sport Light Pods

Switches: Options for use with a factory Sprinter switch or Switch-Pros set up

Skid Plate: Mounting hardware included

Hardware: Black powder coat finish

Product Weight: 10lbs

Back Step Dimension: 34in x 13.5in x 3 ¾in

Skid Plate Dimensions: 33 3⁄8in x 13in x 1in

Packaging Dimension: 35in x 14in x 4in

PARTS INCLUDED

  • AO-B3S-1: StepShield Pro with Skid Plate
  • AO-B3S-3: StepShield Pro without Skid Plate

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STEPSHIELD PRO SPRINTER HITCH STEP & SKID PLATE

Our Sprinter hitch step offers numerous benefits that will greatly improve your experience with your van. Firstly, it provides improved accessibility. Access to the rear van area becomes much easier with the addition of an AO Sprinter hitch step specifically designed for your factory Sprinter hitch. The step platform contains a custom powder coated non-skid texture for safe access in all conditions. Another advantage of the Sprinter hitch step is the added light provided by the integrated Baja Designs S2 Sport Light Pods. These compact and powerful lights, feature quality that is second to none and make for awesome utility lights or reverse lights. Available with wiring configurations for use with a factory Sprinter switch or Switch-Pros set up.

The StepShield Pro Sprinter Hitch Step with the skid plate option also provides added protection and performance. With the extended rear overhang and the limited departure angle of Sprinter vans, its common to scrape when the vehicle’s upward angle increases while driving off-road. In most cases, the first thing to hit in back is the hitch and tow hooks, which could simply dig into dirt or sand and cause the van to get stuck and cause damage to wiring. The Agile Offroad Sprinter Hitch Step & Skid Plate provides protection and glide for rear end impact situations.

SKU:

  • AO-B3S-1
  • AO-B3S-3

PARTS INCLUDED

  • O-B3S-1: StepShield Pro with Skid Plate
  • AO-B3S-3: StepShield Pro without Skid Plate

TOOL NEEDED

  • 1/2” Wrench/Socket
  • 9/16” Wrench/Socket
  • Zip Tie Cutters

Installation Steps

1

Locate the 2 left and 2 right side factory hitch holes. Then locate the 2 oval holes at the left and right of the receiver opening. These will be the AO StepShield and skid plate mounting points.


2

Slide the AO StepShield onto the hitch and line up the left and right side holes.


3 A/B

Passenger Side: Install 2 of the supplied 3/8-16x1.25” bolts and 3/8” washers through the StepShield and hitch holes.


4

Install the supplied passenger side bracket using the 3/8” washers and nyloc nuts. Bracket must be installed as shown. Do not fully tighten hardware.


5

Driver Side: Install 2 of the supplied 3/8-16x1.25” bolts and 3/8” washers through the StepShield and hitch holes.


6

Install the supplied driver side bracket using the 3/8” washers and nyloc nuts. Bracket must be installed as shown. Do not fully tighten hardware.


7

Use a pair of 9/16” wrenches to fully tighten both passenger and driver side mounting hardware. Make sure AO StepShield is level with hitch. Torque to 40 ft lbs.


8

Electrical: Install the supplied y-harness as shown. Connect lights to harness and then use zip ties to attach the harness to the zip tie slots in AO StepShield.


9

Skid Plate: Use the supplied 5/16-18x1” bolts and hardware to mount the skid plate to the brackets installed in steps 4-6. Hand tighten only.


10 A/B

Use the supplied oval nut plates and 5/16-18x1” bolts and washers to mount the skid plate to the oval holes at the left and right of receiver opening.


11

Use a pair of ½” Wrenches to fully tighten all skid plate hardware. Torque to 20 ft lbs.