The "-BK" will only give you the bracket and "-ST" will only give you the step (I learned the hard way). You need to order "PTS3034000" which is the actual kit as shown in the video and confirmed by my local parts professional.
@@mroger64 just order P/N PTS3034000 for the 2022 Tundra. It comes with -BK and -ST and bolt kit... also a lot cheaper ($244) than ordering the others separately ($300+)
@@mroger64 Based on the Tundra forums the nut part#90178A0107 and 2xBolt#90119A0440. I haven't tried the install myself yet but that's what they're saying to order from the dealership.
That’s funny they give you a step for free to silence the criticism but will be more then happy to sell everyone else one for $350 😂. Should be a standard item going forward and sent out to everyone else that bought a 22’ Tundra so far.
They need to do an update to bring Tundra to software that would make better sense. It's senseless the cumbersome and many times archaic. They really should make the computer family friendly and then add a valet mode to be engaged to put in a code to operate. Signing in everytime you get into drive the thing is ridiculous.
Thank you so much for this video. Made my install on my 2023 tundra (which is the same install but no one has any details on it including the dealer) a complete breeze. This is a HUGE upgrade from my 2020 tundra in all aspects.
Nice job Tim. You have way more patience in the shop than I do. I would’ve lost it and bent some plastic.LOL I think one of the first things I would do after installation would be to put some of that clear tape where your toe would hit the corner bumper all the time. My work boots would scratch the crap out of that corner reaching for the step. Also with my luck I want to drive with it down and tear it right off lol.
Those steps should be standard equipment on trucks. I’m putting one on my Tacoma. Tired of climbing in and out of the bed and wrecking my 60 year old knees. GM built one into their rear bumper but it is still tough to use with the tailgate down. The install doesn’t seem to be impossible but definitely should mention moving that bracket. Might be a deterrent for the non-mechanically inclined. You shouldn’t need to reverse engineer the instructions. But in the end it looks nice and seems to work as it should. Good job and thanks for working through the small issues so the rest of us can know what to expect. Good job.
I added a stair step. It is mounted on the inside of tailgate. It folds out and down and stows up and in. I installed it for the wife. It like stepping up a small ladder. It also has a handle the stows. It stays clean because it rides (mounted) inside the tailgate. Worth every penny.
I installed a similar sep on my ram last summer. I live in ontario and never had any problems last winter with the step. I loaded my snowblower in the back probably 8 times over the winter. Lol, I had more problems with the tail gate freezing to the tonneau… I would imagine I should make sure I oil up the step late in the summer each year.
Tim, do you have a Toyota factory contact which you can send to me that deals with the optional 2022 Tundra accessories? I’m still waiting on Power Running Boards and Power Step that Toyota dealer said they would provide (in writing) to me on my 2022 Platinum series Tundra. It’s been 6 months since I purchased this truck and Toyota is the slowest company that I have seen to provide any updated accessories. These parts/package are offered as an option when selecting the vehicle, so why is it taking so long to offer them as accessories. Thx. Marc
@ 10:00 WD40 displaces water it is not water based , It is a blend of several lubricants The main ingredient is Stoddard solvent, which is also known by its own brand name, Varsol. CO2 is used as a propellant and mineral oil is another main ingredient. It was first used to protect the Atlas missile from corrosion and it became available to consumers in 1958.
just googled the part number PTS30-34000-BK, found it 150.01 (MSRP) on sale for 108.23. (its from Toyota of grand rapids). then another place it selling it for 443.00(the yotagarage.).
That is why they don’t include them in trd pro and the off road package. I am so disappointed in Tundra, was waiting so long for this… Will give Toyota a year to fix all those issues, if they won’t - unfortunately I am not buying it.
What a pain to install! I installed an aftermarket step (a lot easier to install) on my 2010 Tundra back in 2014. Still works well and still looks good. Almost a must on my 2010 but definitely a must on the 2022.
There is currently a stop order on this part for some reason. Possibly being re-engineered. However many aftermarket kits are still available. Thanks for the video.
I installed a OEM Toyota Bed Step on my 2019 Tundra today. Cost for the part was $275. While the part is too expensive, I’m very pleased with the end result. The only time consuming part of the install was gaining access to the plastic pins from underneath to lift the plastic bumper cover and unscrew the bolts to the holding the bracket. If you want to keep the factory bracket, then you’ll need a long screwdriver and plenty of patience to accomplish the task. I have large hands so I gave-up after a half hour and several skinned knuckles, then quickly cut the factory brace with a Sawzall. The Bed Step comes with its own modified OEM brace anyway. After removing the brace, access to the push pins was easy and the job was complete in roughly 20 minutes. It’s important to note that the instructions provided with the part are vague are poorly-written. However, once underneath the truck you can figure it out.
Any of my F150s I have owned since the tailgate step has been available, STILL had the bumper step installed. I often tow with the truck and the tailgate step is useless then!! It sure has a fancy tailgate deck though now!! 😂😂 I am 5’8”,,,,, so a GIANT compared to TIM,,,,, and yet I still benefit from that side step. Even on the GM trucks,,,, that corner bumper step is a fair height to step up, so several of my friends have a corner drop down step as well. It like walking up a staircase then!! Sweet!! Haha. Then there are friends that just make fun of me being short, I’m richer than them,,,, I think!!😂 Nice explanation and it’s a very solid product mounted!! You can probably even scrape it a bit without more than cosmetic damage. Dooonnttt break it for now,,,, like Tim said,,, parts are seriously back ordered!! Looks good to me!
Hmmm, the engineer must have come from GM. You know the one that decided that removing the transmission for a belt check was acceptable.. This wasn’t that bad at least you didn’t have to remove the box to install the step. Are you missing that nice tailgate step with handle on your F-150 yet? Also I’ll be interested to see how this step works through a Nebraska winter.. Keep us informed Tim.. By the way nice tool area with a kegerator right next to it…. Thanks informative video.
Ha ha - you got that right on that GM 3.0 Duramax. Sort of a big flaw, but otherwise that engine seems to hit the mark in torque and fuel economy. I'm leaning toward buying one since there is a lot of the new Tundra I don't like.
@@percivalgooglyeyes6178 Oh I agree that engine sounds like the cat’s meow and the tranny its hooked to sounds good also.. Seems like a great power train. And truly I could live with the belt (kinda) but I keep my vehicles for a long time and I just don’t like the thought of paying a GM garage to pull the tranny to check a belt, I would replace it at 100,000 miles as this belt has a very important job. I never had good luck with larger repairs and I would just worry that they would screw up something else in the big process of dropping the tranny. Wonder what the price would be today to have that done? Figure another 10% or more in a few years.. So if you go that way the best of luck to ya and enjoy that power train if you do….
@@noniespam Apparently GM is already planning on doing a redesign on that engine. Maybe they will correct this belt issue, but also there is speculation on doing cylinder de-activation. Yuck, this could be a disaster. The current LM2 seems to have few issues thus far and has been out for a couple of years. Now telling how long it would take GM to get another version working well. Since I haven't even got to 150K miles on my last new truck (2005 Tacoma) which is now 17 years old, I can probably handle that belt interval.
Dropping the transmission is not that much harder than disassembly of an entire front accessory drive system to do a timing job. If anything its less parts and bolts.
I worry about the location of this contraption. If you are in an area that gets a lot of snow that is a prime location for slush buildup that basically turns to concrete in winter. This also highlights another possible issue, which is corrosion of parts. It also seems as if it will negatively affect departure angle. I believe Ram sells a contraption like this also, which is not ideal. Ram and the Honda Ridgeline have the barn barn door and swinging tailgate, but what happens when you're in a congested parking lot or parallel parked? Take notes Ram, Toyota and Nissan. GM and Ford do bed access the best.
@@Gene1969 I don't know, but it just seems like this whole contraption was mostly and afterthought. Toyota had so many opportunities with this truck and just completely blew it.
I’ve had this step on my 09 Tundra since new and haven’t had any problems with it, no problems with rust or snow buildup. I believe it’s made by Amp research, very good product. I wish there was a handle attachment for the top rail where the adjustable cleats go. I do agree it’s very pricey.
I wonder how long it would take a guy to scratch the hell of the corner of the bumper kicking that step up and down? Seems it would be a good idea to have some sort of protector for the paint in that area. I know the higher end trims you can get a powered step back there with power running boards. A powered step would be nice as an accessory.
I was just gonna say wait to see what that bumper looks like after you use that thing for a while. Some things on this truck just don’t make any sense.
Hey Tim, do you know if the automatic bed step can be installed after the truck is built? My 2022 SR5 build sheet included the step, but when I picked up the truck the step wasn’t there. Dealer is telling me they will install it once they can get it in. I just assumed it would be the automatic step that unfolds with the tailgate, but this video makes me think I’ll be getting the one you have here. Just curious if you know whether or not it’s even possible to install the automatic step after the fact. Thanks!
@@Pickuptrucktalk I'm planning to buy/install this bed step but I didn't see what you did to tigh the third bolt of the main bracket. Can you tell me ?
It’s much more exciting for people to sit here and believe they are smarter than all the Toyota engineers for “not thinking of this” than to realize there is obviously another explanation 😂
I know the platinum has an electric auto deploying step, I wonder if the harness plug is standard on all Tundras? Also I recommend the Toyota Intergrated DashCam, super clean and easy to install, I put mine in in about 10 minutes and it’s a really cool accessory.
I would never buy accessories like that through the dealer. Toyota charges $528 for the dash cam in Canada when I can buy a Roav with the same form factor for less than $100.
Just an FYI. I purchased the step based on the item number you showed in the video. Took over a month to arrive and all I received was the bracket alone and no step.
I’m sure has to do owning rites like gm prb owns the rite to only have the foot step on the corners of the bumpers and no one else could copy it…just like Toyota owns the patent for the rear glass slide down feature and no one else could have it 🤷🏻♂️
Tim on your paper work that came with those steps, does it have all the part numbers that came in the box? if so can you provide me with the hardware information for the bracket, Its a long story but I only have the bracket and there's not hardware that came with it, I don't know what hardware I need for the bracket. Thanks
Sorry, I threw out that paper after I installed the step. I showed what I had on the screen though. I'm hearing it isn't the full package and instead is just a bracket.
@@Pickuptrucktalk Thanks Tim, I’ll have to keep digging for the correct bolts, i just found out that the BK stands for bracket ST is the steps and the numbers without any extensions is the complete kit, which Toyota does have because of a national shortage I’m being told, but you can order these parts separately!
Hi Tim I owned mine like your only mine is white and I just found out my tail gate steel cables supporting only the passenger side holding it the other side not because cable has too much slack. Does yours work ok? Thank
How the design team overlooked (or dismissed) the need for a step (or tow hooks!) is almost beyond belief. It gets you to start wondering what else they didn't think we'd need and when those poor decisions might start showing up? (Waste gate issues, perhaps?)
They also designed this brand new truck with a driveline hump going through the middle of the rear passenger floor..... just what you want; stack long large boxes etc into the rear floor area and the teeter-totter back and forth over the center floor hump..... F150 and Ram both have completely flat floors.... which is so nice for hauling items inside the cab. GM has a hump also.... which doesn't say much for Toyota if they have the same lack of forethought as GM.
@@joefriday6324 Flat rear deck with fold up seats is a huge selling point to some customers. in these crew cabs you can put a ton of cargo in the cab that you don't want in the bed that way.
Can you really sit there and believe that the entire design team genuinely didn’t think of this at all? That’s literally the least likely possibility of the many that come to mind. It’s obviously still dumb but there is no chance they “didn’t think of it” at all. None. This is obviously some production snafu more than likely containing some legal nonsense. Once again- it’s still dumb and annoying. But it’s impossible for me to believe they didn’t think about this a single time. The watergate issue was a manufacturing fup that the supplier lied about. Do you really think they didn’t think they needed a functional wastegate as your comment would suggest?
@@Nahbruhsheesh Oh, somebody probably thought of it, but either they knew nobody wanted to hear their suggestion, or their opinion was ignored. If somebody doesn't want/need a step to get into the bed, that's someone who doesn't need a pick up truck.
TIm can you post photos or scans of those installation directions, including the hardware (bolts) specs? Toyota didn't include the hardware in the box when I purchased this, and no directions either - right part # for the step, but didn't get anything else...
I was able to install without removing any additional bracket. I assemble all pieces first, then with the step extended and slightly at a lower angle fit the main mount to the truck with a little wiggling around and rotate in to position.
This is one of the best mods I did for my '18 DC TRD Sport. Got a great deal from my brother's friend who worked for a Toyota dealer at the time. It was a PITA and I had to get a different aftermarket exhaust ( I had a Borla before it but it was a dual exhaust that exited out back) so I switched to Corsa that exited to the right side so something to keep in mind). But the fact that it took Toyota a whole gen to finally install it as std albeit not on all models, is clearly unacceptable! This is why auto companies need to hire more women designers. They tend to come up with more practical designs (i.e. adjustable gas pedal for GM trucks)that make life more convenient as opposed to just being manly
You must have some serious connections because I cant find that step for NOTHING! BTW did they ever tell you about that update to the info center that was suppose to happen ion February? Thank Tim
They sent the step to Tim several months ago, we're not sure why it's not more available now. He did just do a video on the infotainment system update though - ruclips.net/video/OS-BWfAoHfs/видео.html
I agree with all comments below -- step should be an included feature on the truck. I paid $499 for one at the dealership, and the install directions were unintelligible. Without this video I never would have figured it out. Still can't figure out how to get the support bracket I had to move reattached. Step prevented it from bending it back in place, and the top bolt seemed to be frozen in place, so I couldn't remove completely and reinstall behind step.
You shouldn’t have to bend the bracket to install the step. Just remove the push pen from the bottom of the bracket and reinstall the push pan after the step is on.
Longtime and multiple Toyota truck owner and current full-size buyer here. The more details I see about this new Tundra the less I like it. Very plastic-icky. This is more a SUT - "sport utility truck" than a real truck with real metal bumpers and tow hooks.
I feel for you Tim. I can't believe the ridiculous steps you have to got through to get a step on a pickup truck. Something that should be part of the GD bumper! 😠
Thanks Tim, I know now that I can install myself when I can get the part. I thought for sure the dealer was going to have to install. FYI , my dealer said it would not be available for purchase if it didn’t come with the truck?
I'm curious Tim, from what I'm seeing that's a really long stretch from the step to the bed. Is it the camera angle or would having 40" inseams be helpful? Watched it a few times and it looked like you almost clipped your right knee getting in. 😵 I'd like to see Jill try it out. Yup, what a pain to install.. The GM steps will really spoil you.
For all the engineering that went into this new tundra, they really messed up a lot of basic details. I have owned Toyotas for the last 22 years but my next truck won't be a Toyota. Wish they would have listened to the loyal customers and not just tried copying what ford is doing.
All pickup trucks should come with these or some type of step assist,. I personally like the way chevy/GM did it for a while with the cut out in the rear bumper on both sides.
Everyone seems to be complaining about the price of the step, I agree it’s pricey but you sure don’t get that Ford tailgate step for free. The upside is you can add it, if you wanted to retro a Ford that didn’t have the tailgate step it would cost thousands as you would need to replace the tailgate. I feel the cutouts on the GM are way to high to be of any real use.
@@johnengel9162 That seems like that can’t be, the Ford tailgate step seems to come way lower, which trucks did you compare or where did you get the information?
@@vitkobylka6432 Measured them at the '19 KC Auto show. They were both 4x4 and non-off road. BTY, the reason I measured them was that I read this on the GM forum and thought that can't be right, but they were right.
@@johnengel9162 Wow, thanks. Looks very deceiving, must be the big open space on the Ford and no opening on the GM that makes it deceiving. My push down step on the 09 Tundra is 10.5” off the ground, but it still seems like the step into the box is still to big and a little awkward without a handle. Getting older sucks. Maybe I need a low rider, lol.
@@vitkobylka6432 Try putting an ax handle in the rear stake pocket. It makes a great handle for getting in the bed and is easy to install and remove. I'm 67 and need the extra help too.
Thanks for the informative video! I am not a fan of the overall look of these add on steps. Doesn't matter the manufacturer, I feel like it looks cheap and an after thought. imo
Tim, that's funny you had such a hard time finding this part. Took all of 30 seconds to find the part listed at the local Topeka, KS Toyota dealer. Price is $103.43. 😁
@@Pickuptrucktalk, OK that explains a lot. Still don't know why the price difference? Someone mentioned that part no. was only the brkt. But the description said it was for a tailgate step and showed a picture of the step.
@@johnengel9162 Yeah, I saw that comment as well. I think all the confusion falls back on Toyota since the accessory parts rollout has been less than stellar.
So stupid, spend 70k and still have to buy a $400 step, GM/Ford have the best setup. This oops we forgot bed access from Toyota Ram/Nissan is like buying a 250K house with no shitters.
You're not to smart saying crap you know nothing about. Your GM has the free bumper step, but you'll pay out the ying, yang for the tailgate one. Same for the Ford. The Toyota, Nissian, and Ram all offer the step as an option. So WTF are you talking about.
@@johnengel9162 LOL, I know exactly what I’m talking about. Not buying a 70k truck and have to buy a $400 step to mount under the bumper. GM/Ford have the best setup. I rather spend the $695 for the options multi-flex from GM or Fords Verizon. These steps that mount under the bumper look cheap as hell and look like i after-thought, because we’ll they were. Toyota by far as the worst bed access without even using a traditional rear truck bumper.
Oh yeah that’s a great comparison 😂 I love how when a small issue with a Toyota comes up the ford gm people pretend those companies are absolute perfection. Ford literally knew their design would kill their drivers and didn’t care at all. Tell me more about ford design setup 😂😂😂😂
@@johnengel9162 so true! I love how the slightest design issue comes up on a Toyota and all the ford gm people pretend those companies have an eternal record of perfection 😂😂😂
@@Nahbruhsheesh 😂 I also love when ever there is a issue or bad design with a Toyota the fan boys come out of the woodwork. They all have there issues and faults. It’s a personal opinion wether or not I or you think it’s a small issue or a big issue.
Are you sure that is the step for a 2022? My reason for asking is because the design seemed to be off and my local dealers have told me they can’t order the bed step yet.
Aside from that step being so close to the bumper that it’s gonna scuff the living piss out of it trying to open it. That step looks really far away from the tailgate and I’m a young guy so for me not a problem but for my father or grandfather that’s definitely a problem love how my Chevy steps work that are In the bumper or the ford system is good too
Why would you design that bracket to be held in with a plastic pop off fastener at the bottom?Totally useless for rigidity and whatever kind of structure protection. Those plastic pop off fasteners are to hold non critical parts like a plastic fenderwall, etc. What garbage!
Everybody needs to stop bellyaching about Toyota. Look what they're giving you, build quality, dependability, gas mileage, resale value. versus a piece of junk that has every little accessory that works sometimes. If you don't have the head to install it pay someone a few dollars it's not the end of the world.
Not available for un in csnada as far as i know... Took hook is what we need. Got stuck in mud with a 16 foot trailer. I should a took picture and sent them to toyota. I'm still cursing them. Reallt cheap mouve to cut on tow hook.
Why would this type step not be on the side toward the curb? My Fj Cruiser had loading right. Most vehicles load from the middle of the road side which means on a busy street you are working on the traffic side. All this gear should be on the curb side. If you are too troubled to walk around the truck you probably aren't capable enough to use any step to get in the truck.
Good video. As wonky as the GM bumper step looks , I think it’s a nice help into the bed. And the HD version as them Close to the cab so that’s also cool as well. The Ford tailgate step is nice too but it’s nice to be able to just step on it and go. Hey Tim do you by any chance know if the ram barn gate opening is smaller than a traditional tailgate?
I _cannot comprehend why_ Toyota didn't think to design some sort integrated of tailgate step that Ford and GM have had for years with this brand-new generation Tundra. Ehhh, maybe when they release their next generation Tundra 15 years from now.🤞
Can't have everything. Toyota dependability, everything works the way it should. Good gas mileage, great resale value. Or a truck that has none of those things but includes a step.🤔
Me too! Glad Tim and the watch survived. I was taught to take my watch off, wear gloves when you can (sometimes you need more touch), and use a flashlight. I see many youtubers using their expensive phone as a flashlight and wearing a smart watch when digging through a rusty barn find.
@@josephkraft5640 yeah. No one at Toyota is as smart as you. Not a single person there was smart enough to think of this. That’s definitely what happened…
The "-BK" will only give you the bracket and "-ST" will only give you the step (I learned the hard way). You need to order "PTS3034000" which is the actual kit as shown in the video and confirmed by my local parts professional.
Yea, It looks like ordering those 2 separate parts gives you everything but missing 2 bolts and 1 nut, now I guess I need to go find those :-(
@@mroger64 just order P/N PTS3034000 for the 2022 Tundra. It comes with -BK and -ST and bolt kit... also a lot cheaper ($244) than ordering the others separately ($300+)
@@mroger64 Based on the Tundra forums the nut part#90178A0107 and 2xBolt#90119A0440. I haven't tried the install myself yet but that's what they're saying to order from the dealership.
Thanks for this info, buying bracket and step seperately cost way more
This step should have been included on every truck since they removed the integrated ones. Kinda ridiculous.
Agree 100%
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That’s funny they give you a step for free to silence the criticism but will be more then happy to sell everyone else one for $350 😂. Should be a standard item going forward and sent out to everyone else that bought a 22’ Tundra so far.
100%. Ford, GMC, and Ram all have their solutions from factory.
Toyota nickel and diming their customers
They need to do an update to bring Tundra to software that would make better sense. It's senseless the cumbersome and many times archaic. They really should make the computer family friendly and then add a valet mode to be engaged to put in a code to operate. Signing in everytime you get into drive the thing is ridiculous.
@@jayrichards3672 Link it to your phone then you don't need the PIN.
I agree
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Tim, we all would love to see you install some tow hooks. Jill says that you love a good challenge. 😂😂
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I heard that Jill is waiting on a two step version 🤣 and she is going to do a play by play call while Tim does the work
Thank you so much for this video. Made my install on my 2023 tundra (which is the same install but no one has any details on it including the dealer) a complete breeze. This is a HUGE upgrade from my 2020 tundra in all aspects.
Lol u need a beer. Breathing to hard tim. Nice job.
No reason why this isn't standard equipment. I ordered mine when i ordered the truck. Glad they installed it for me.
Nice job Tim. You have way more patience in the shop than I do. I would’ve lost it and bent some plastic.LOL I think one of the first things I would do after installation would be to put some of that clear tape where your toe would hit the corner bumper all the time. My work boots would scratch the crap out of that corner reaching for the step. Also with my luck I want to drive with it down and tear it right off lol.
Those steps should be standard equipment on trucks. I’m putting one on my Tacoma. Tired of climbing in and out of the bed and wrecking my 60 year old knees. GM built one into their rear bumper but it is still tough to use with the tailgate down. The install doesn’t seem to be impossible but definitely should mention moving that bracket. Might be a deterrent for the non-mechanically inclined. You shouldn’t need to reverse engineer the instructions. But in the end it looks nice and seems to work as it should. Good job and thanks for working through the small issues so the rest of us can know what to expect. Good job.
I added a stair step. It is mounted on the inside of tailgate. It folds out and down and stows up and in. I installed it for the wife. It like stepping up a small ladder. It also has a handle the stows. It stays clean because it rides (mounted) inside the tailgate. Worth every penny.
Where’d you find one of those? You got a link?
Please post link
@@MrFcpsitsgepgepgep walmart maybe?
Have you ever put a bull bar on a tundra 2022??
Something to be said about GM’s bumper step
How do these steps work after a winter of road salt or when you get them really dirty?
I’ll find out.
I installed a similar sep on my ram last summer. I live in ontario and never had any problems last winter with the step. I loaded my snowblower in the back probably 8 times over the winter. Lol, I had more problems with the tail gate freezing to the tonneau… I would imagine I should make sure I oil up the step late in the summer each year.
Tim, do you have a Toyota factory contact which you can send to me that deals with the optional 2022 Tundra accessories? I’m still waiting on Power Running Boards and Power Step that Toyota dealer said they would provide (in writing) to me on my 2022 Platinum series Tundra. It’s been 6 months since I purchased this truck and Toyota is the slowest company that I have seen to provide any updated accessories. These parts/package are offered as an option when selecting the vehicle, so why is it taking so long to offer them as accessories. Thx. Marc
Sorry, I don’t have a contact.
@ 10:00 WD40 displaces water it is not water based , It is a blend of several lubricants
The main ingredient is Stoddard solvent, which is also known by its own brand name, Varsol. CO2 is used as a propellant and mineral oil is another main ingredient. It was first used to protect the Atlas missile from corrosion and it became available to consumers in 1958.
Right, that's why I added the caption. :)
just googled the part number PTS30-34000-BK, found it 150.01 (MSRP) on sale for 108.23. (its from Toyota of grand rapids). then another place it selling it for 443.00(the yotagarage.).
Thank you Tim for the video. This is one modification that I really want to get, but I will wait to see if they fix that extra bracket issue
What happens when you run out of departure angle and scrape whilst offroading?
Exactly how you said. You scrape it.
That is why they don’t include them in trd pro and the off road package.
I am so disappointed in Tundra, was waiting so long for this…
Will give Toyota a year to fix all those issues, if they won’t - unfortunately I am not buying it.
What a pain to install! I installed an aftermarket step (a lot easier to install) on my 2010 Tundra back in 2014. Still works well and still looks good. Almost a must on my 2010 but definitely a must on the 2022.
Had one on my previous truck (14 F150). It’s a must have!
There is currently a stop order on this part for some reason. Possibly being re-engineered. However many aftermarket kits are still available. Thanks for the video.
I installed a OEM Toyota Bed Step on my 2019 Tundra today. Cost for the part was $275. While the part is too expensive, I’m very pleased with the end result. The only time consuming part of the install was gaining access to the plastic pins from underneath to lift the plastic bumper cover and unscrew the bolts to the holding the bracket. If you want to keep the factory bracket, then you’ll need a long screwdriver and plenty of patience to accomplish the task. I have large hands so I gave-up after a half hour and several skinned knuckles, then quickly cut the factory brace with a Sawzall. The Bed Step comes with its own modified OEM brace anyway. After removing the brace, access to the push pins was easy and the job was complete in roughly 20 minutes. It’s important to note that the instructions provided with the part are vague are poorly-written. However, once underneath the truck you can figure it out.
I hear they have changed the instructions and maybe the part after this video went live.
Any of my F150s I have owned since the tailgate step has been available, STILL had the bumper step installed. I often tow with the truck and the tailgate step is useless then!! It sure has a fancy tailgate deck though now!! 😂😂 I am 5’8”,,,,, so a GIANT compared to TIM,,,,, and yet I still benefit from that side step. Even on the GM trucks,,,, that corner bumper step is a fair height to step up, so several of my friends have a corner drop down step as well. It like walking up a staircase then!! Sweet!! Haha. Then there are friends that just make fun of me being short, I’m richer than them,,,, I think!!😂
Nice explanation and it’s a very solid product mounted!! You can probably even scrape it a bit without more than cosmetic damage. Dooonnttt break it for now,,,, like Tim said,,, parts are seriously back ordered!!
Looks good to me!
Old hockey sticks work great for grabbing stuff that slides to the front.
Yeah, I use a shop broom.
Wonder in a couple of years rust will set in and it’ll be easy to retract for use?
Hmmm, the engineer must have come from GM. You know the one that decided that removing the transmission for a belt check was acceptable.. This wasn’t that bad at least you didn’t have to remove the box to install the step. Are you missing that nice tailgate step with handle on your F-150 yet? Also I’ll be interested to see how this step works through a Nebraska winter.. Keep us informed Tim.. By the way nice tool area with a kegerator right next to it…. Thanks informative video.
Ha ha - you got that right on that GM 3.0 Duramax. Sort of a big flaw, but otherwise that engine seems to hit the mark in torque and fuel economy. I'm leaning toward buying one since there is a lot of the new Tundra I don't like.
@@percivalgooglyeyes6178 Oh I agree that engine sounds like the cat’s meow and the tranny its hooked to sounds good also.. Seems like a great power train. And truly I could live with the belt (kinda) but I keep my vehicles for a long time and I just don’t like the thought of paying a GM garage to pull the tranny to check a belt, I would replace it at 100,000 miles as this belt has a very important job. I never had good luck with larger repairs and I would just worry that they would screw up something else in the big process of dropping the tranny. Wonder what the price would be today to have that done? Figure another 10% or more in a few years.. So if you go that way the best of luck to ya and enjoy that power train if you do….
@@noniespam Apparently GM is already planning on doing a redesign on that engine. Maybe they will correct this belt issue, but also there is speculation on doing cylinder de-activation. Yuck, this could be a disaster. The current LM2 seems to have few issues thus far and has been out for a couple of years. Now telling how long it would take GM to get another version working well. Since I haven't even got to 150K miles on my last new truck (2005 Tacoma) which is now 17 years old, I can probably handle that belt interval.
people who have done the belt replacement/checking said it's really not a big deal, just people whining like it's the end of the world
Dropping the transmission is not that much harder than disassembly of an entire front accessory drive system to do a timing job. If anything its less parts and bolts.
I worry about the location of this contraption. If you are in an area that gets a lot of snow that is a prime location for slush buildup that basically turns to concrete in winter. This also highlights another possible issue, which is corrosion of parts. It also seems as if it will negatively affect departure angle. I believe Ram sells a contraption like this also, which is not ideal. Ram and the Honda Ridgeline have the barn barn door and swinging tailgate, but what happens when you're in a congested parking lot or parallel parked? Take notes Ram, Toyota and Nissan. GM and Ford do bed access the best.
I wonder if Patents hinder step styles and yes, they should include stainless steel hardware for this.
@@Gene1969 I don't know, but it just seems like this whole contraption was mostly and afterthought. Toyota had so many opportunities with this truck and just completely blew it.
I’ve had this step on my 09 Tundra since new and haven’t had any problems with it, no problems with rust or snow buildup. I believe it’s made by Amp research, very good product. I wish there was a handle attachment for the top rail where the adjustable cleats go. I do agree it’s very pricey.
Well it can’t go on top of the roof 😂
Boy am I’m glad I bought a GMC elevation it has steps plus a tailgate that’s nice
I wonder how long it would take a guy to scratch the hell of the corner of the bumper kicking that step up and down? Seems it would be a good idea to have some sort of protector for the paint in that area. I know the higher end trims you can get a powered step back there with power running boards. A powered step would be nice as an accessory.
Yup. Ram design is better. Has a tab on the side for your foot.
I was just gonna say wait to see what that bumper looks like after you use that thing for a while. Some things on this truck just don’t make any sense.
The platinum has a powered step as standard equipment, don’t understand why it’s not an option on the limited…
Does the person have Parkinson’s? What a strange thing to think would go wrong 😂
Hey Tim, do you know if the automatic bed step can be installed after the truck is built? My 2022 SR5 build sheet included the step, but when I picked up the truck the step wasn’t there. Dealer is telling me they will install it once they can get it in. I just assumed it would be the automatic step that unfolds with the tailgate, but this video makes me think I’ll be getting the one you have here. Just curious if you know whether or not it’s even possible to install the automatic step after the fact. Thanks!
Honestly, I don’t know. Sorry.
@@Pickuptrucktalk I'm planning to buy/install this bed step but I didn't see what you did to tigh the third bolt of the main bracket. Can you tell me ?
@@ELPASTORAPOSTOLICO third bolt? The bracket bolts should be tight.
Thanks for this I'm going to be doing this soon.
Very nice, how much is for the step?
I think it is $350.
@@Pickuptrucktalk Thank you very much for your reply, love your show.
I heard that GM copyrighted the indentation on the bumper. Is it possible for owners to notch out a space themselves?
Not with the way the rear corner is designed.
It’s much more exciting for people to sit here and believe they are smarter than all the Toyota engineers for “not thinking of this” than to realize there is obviously another explanation 😂
I cannot wait until you get a new truck. I've tried, but I just do not like the current Tundra.
You couldn’t even get one if you wanted lol
I know the platinum has an electric auto deploying step, I wonder if the harness plug is standard on all Tundras?
Also I recommend the Toyota Intergrated DashCam, super clean and easy to install, I put mine in in about 10 minutes and it’s a really cool accessory.
I would never buy accessories like that through the dealer. Toyota charges $528 for the dash cam in Canada when I can buy a Roav with the same form factor for less than $100.
Just an FYI. I purchased the step based on the item number you showed in the video. Took over a month to arrive and all I received was the bracket alone and no step.
Sorry. I’m not sure why it isn’t the whole part. I just showed the paper I had in my box.
I’m sure has to do owning rites like gm prb owns the rite to only have the foot step on the corners of the bumpers and no one else could copy it…just like Toyota owns the patent for the rear glass slide down feature and no one else could have it 🤷🏻♂️
Tim on your paper work that came with those steps, does it have all the part numbers that came in the box? if so can you provide me with the hardware information for the bracket, Its a long story but I only have the bracket and there's not hardware that came with it, I don't know what hardware I need for the bracket. Thanks
Sorry, I threw out that paper after I installed the step. I showed what I had on the screen though. I'm hearing it isn't the full package and instead is just a bracket.
@@Pickuptrucktalk Thanks Tim, I’ll have to keep digging for the correct bolts, i just found out that the BK stands for bracket ST is the steps and the numbers without any extensions is the complete kit, which Toyota does have because of a national shortage I’m being told, but you can order these parts separately!
Did they redesign for 24’s?
Yes.
Hi Tim I owned mine like your only mine is white and I just found out my tail gate steel cables supporting only the passenger side holding it the other side not because cable has too much slack. Does yours work ok? Thank
I’ll have to check.
Did you get that frame piece put back that you had to move to get the started ...??
Yeah I put the bracket back in.
Im waaay more concerned about the front tow hook delete than I am a bumper step. What truck doesn't have front tow hooks? Way to go Toyota!
How the design team overlooked (or dismissed) the need for a step (or tow hooks!) is almost beyond belief.
It gets you to start wondering what else they didn't think we'd need and when those poor decisions might start showing up? (Waste gate issues, perhaps?)
They also designed this brand new truck with a driveline hump going through the middle of the rear passenger floor..... just what you want; stack long large boxes etc into the rear floor area and the teeter-totter back and forth over the center floor hump..... F150 and Ram both have completely flat floors.... which is so nice for hauling items inside the cab. GM has a hump also.... which doesn't say much for Toyota if they have the same lack of forethought as GM.
@@joefriday6324 Flat rear deck with fold up seats is a huge selling point to some customers. in these crew cabs you can put a ton of cargo in the cab that you don't want in the bed that way.
Can you really sit there and believe that the entire design team genuinely didn’t think of this at all? That’s literally the least likely possibility of the many that come to mind. It’s obviously still dumb but there is no chance they “didn’t think of it” at all. None. This is obviously some production snafu more than likely containing some legal nonsense. Once again- it’s still dumb and annoying. But it’s impossible for me to believe they didn’t think about this a single time.
The watergate issue was a manufacturing fup that the supplier lied about. Do you really think they didn’t think they needed a functional wastegate as your comment would suggest?
@@joefriday6324 my suggestion is to use the bed… 😂
@@Nahbruhsheesh Oh, somebody probably thought of it, but either they knew nobody wanted to hear their suggestion, or their opinion was ignored.
If somebody doesn't want/need a step to get into the bed, that's someone who doesn't need a pick up truck.
I have the same truck ordered as the one you have, and I don't even have the option to buy that step, I'm here on east coast of Canada.
I’d imagine the step is on a big time back order.
@@Pickuptrucktalk Yes your probably right !
TIm can you post photos or scans of those installation directions, including the hardware (bolts) specs? Toyota didn't include the hardware in the box when I purchased this, and no directions either - right part # for the step, but didn't get anything else...
Hey Jesse, I answered this elsewhere.
Did you get it from your dealer or online somewhere?
@@Nahbruhsheesh from Toyota corporate.
@@Pickuptrucktalk how do I go about contacting them?
@@Nahbruhsheesh Toyota corporate accessory person? No idea. Toyota Public Relations reached out to me.
I was able to install without removing any additional bracket. I assemble all pieces first, then with the step extended and slightly at a lower angle fit the main mount to the truck with a little wiggling around and rotate in to position.
Good thinking!
What is this part number or where can i get it from
@@josedanieldeleon3655 go to your local Toyota dealer. They have all the information on what you need and can order it.
This is one of the best mods I did for my '18 DC TRD Sport. Got a great deal from my brother's friend who worked for a Toyota dealer at the time. It was a PITA and I had to get a different aftermarket exhaust ( I had a Borla before it but it was a dual exhaust that exited out back) so I switched to Corsa that exited to the right side so something to keep in mind). But the fact that it took Toyota a whole gen to finally install it as std albeit not on all models, is clearly unacceptable! This is why auto companies need to hire more women designers. They tend to come up with more practical designs (i.e. adjustable gas pedal for GM trucks)that make life more convenient as opposed to just being manly
You must have some serious connections because I cant find that step for NOTHING! BTW did they ever tell you about that update to the info center that was suppose to happen ion February? Thank Tim
They sent the step to Tim several months ago, we're not sure why it's not more available now. He did just do a video on the infotainment system update though - ruclips.net/video/OS-BWfAoHfs/видео.html
@@Pickuptrucktalk thanks
How can I order please can you help me
Contact your Toyota dealer.
Any rattling when driving? I wonder how well that would hold up for the folks that live in the rust belt. I'm thinking about getting one for my F150.
No rattle so far. Pretty good fit once you get it installed.
Hi Tim, Great videos as always. They seem to have updated the instructions with instructions on loosening that bracket.
Good to know!
I agree with all comments below -- step should be an included feature on the truck. I paid $499 for one at the dealership, and the install directions were unintelligible. Without this video I never would have figured it out. Still can't figure out how to get the support bracket I had to move reattached. Step prevented it from bending it back in place, and the top bolt seemed to be frozen in place, so I couldn't remove completely and reinstall behind step.
You shouldn’t have to bend the bracket to install the step. Just remove the push pen from the bottom of the bracket and reinstall the push pan after the step is on.
Just step up on the tow hooks...Oh, wait... Nevermind.
😂😂😂. You bad!!! To funny but true👍
Thank you for this video. Extremely helpful!
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Longtime and multiple Toyota truck owner and current full-size buyer here. The more details I see about this new Tundra the less I like it. Very plastic-icky. This is more a SUT - "sport utility truck" than a real truck with real metal bumpers and tow hooks.
The bed step should have been standard but it’s silly to say it’s not a real truck.
I feel for you Tim. I can't believe the ridiculous steps you have to got through to get a step on a pickup truck. Something that should be part of the GD bumper! 😠
This is a huge miss on Toyota along with the lack of tow hooks. Can’t believe this is their solution, especially with the price tag of a cheap step.
Thanks Tim, I know now that I can install myself when I can get the part. I thought for sure the dealer was going to have to install. FYI , my dealer said it would not be available for purchase if it didn’t come with the truck?
Weird. It’s an accessory part. You should be able to order it separately.
@@Pickuptrucktalk Hi Tim I would love to know how I can get this bed step for my toyota tundra trd sport 2022
Do you know how much clearance you lost?
An inch, maybe.
Does it say to use lock tight on the bolts?
No.
Chevrolet truck tail gate with multi flex are the best.
I'm curious Tim, from what I'm seeing that's a really long stretch from the step to the bed. Is
it the camera angle or would having 40" inseams be helpful? Watched it a few times and it
looked like you almost clipped your right knee getting in. 😵 I'd like to see Jill try it out.
Yup, what a pain to install.. The GM steps will really spoil you.
Probably just the video angle. It was pretty easy to get in.
I saw that also.
What is the weight limit on that bed step? I'm scared to death to use mine lol
You can trade it in for a real truck.😁 The guys from tfl selling theirs allready. It was fun to watch you installing the step. Easy money.
Yeah it’s definitely a fake truck for sure
What if you want/need to get in from the passenger side?
Have to use the tire.
I thought it came down automatically when the tailgate is lowered, and retracts when tailgate is closed?
That’s a powered step for higher trim levels. This is the mechanical step.
Wish there was a switch in the bed to control the power one, it’s too slow to retract and I’m going to trip over it sooner or later.
For all the engineering that went into this new tundra, they really messed up a lot of basic details. I have owned Toyotas for the last 22 years but my next truck won't be a Toyota. Wish they would have listened to the loyal customers and not just tried copying what ford is doing.
All pickup trucks should come with these or some type of step assist,. I personally like the way chevy/GM did it for a while with the cut out in the rear bumper on both sides.
I would have got into the beer fridge , it helps at the beginning , but latter makes it worse .
So that’s a full length freezer.
@@Pickuptrucktalk that's useless . Lol
@@rodgood I agree!!!
Everyone seems to be complaining about the price of the step, I agree it’s pricey but you sure don’t get that Ford tailgate step for free. The upside is you can add it, if you wanted to retro a Ford that didn’t have the tailgate step it would cost thousands as you would need to replace the tailgate. I feel the cutouts on the GM are way to high to be of any real use.
I got news for you, the bumper cutout is 1" lower than the Ford tailgate step. It seems some people have opinions without doing any research.
@@johnengel9162 That seems like that can’t be, the Ford tailgate step seems to come way lower, which trucks did you compare or where did you get the information?
@@vitkobylka6432 Measured them at the '19 KC Auto show. They were both 4x4 and non-off road. BTY, the reason I measured them was that I read this on the GM forum and thought that can't be right, but they were right.
@@johnengel9162 Wow, thanks. Looks very deceiving, must be the big open space on the Ford and no opening on the GM that makes it deceiving. My push down step on the 09 Tundra is 10.5” off the ground, but it still seems like the step into the box is still to big and a little awkward without a handle. Getting older sucks. Maybe I need a low rider, lol.
@@vitkobylka6432 Try putting an ax handle in the rear stake pocket. It makes a great handle for getting in the bed and is easy to install and remove. I'm 67 and need the extra help too.
Thanks for the informative video! I am not a fan of the overall look of these add on steps. Doesn't matter the manufacturer, I feel like it looks cheap and an after thought. imo
So is it patents that keep Toyota from doing a tailgate updates.
No, it's laziness and engineers that don't have a clue about the North American truck market, hence no way to incorporate front tow hooks.
Tim, that's funny you had such a hard time finding this part. Took all of 30 seconds to find the part listed at the local Topeka, KS Toyota dealer. Price is $103.43. 😁
I should have mentioned I looked for this part back in January.
@@Pickuptrucktalk, OK that explains a lot. Still don't know why the price difference? Someone mentioned that part no. was only the brkt. But the description said it was for a tailgate step and showed a picture of the step.
@@johnengel9162 Yeah, I saw that comment as well. I think all the confusion falls back on Toyota since the accessory parts rollout has been less than stellar.
@@Pickuptrucktalk Agree completely. 😀
So stupid, spend 70k and still have to buy a $400 step, GM/Ford have the best setup. This oops we forgot bed access from Toyota Ram/Nissan is like buying a 250K house with no shitters.
You're not to smart saying crap you know nothing about. Your GM has the free bumper step, but you'll pay out the ying, yang for the tailgate one. Same for the Ford. The Toyota, Nissian, and Ram all offer the step as an option. So WTF are you talking about.
@@johnengel9162 LOL, I know exactly what I’m talking about. Not buying a 70k truck and have to buy a $400 step to mount under the bumper. GM/Ford have the best setup. I rather spend the $695 for the options multi-flex from GM or Fords Verizon. These steps that mount under the bumper look cheap as hell and look like i after-thought, because we’ll they were. Toyota by far as the worst bed access without even using a traditional rear truck bumper.
Oh yeah that’s a great comparison 😂 I love how when a small issue with a Toyota comes up the ford gm people pretend those companies are absolute perfection. Ford literally knew their design would kill their drivers and didn’t care at all. Tell me more about ford design setup 😂😂😂😂
@@johnengel9162 so true! I love how the slightest design issue comes up on a Toyota and all the ford gm people pretend those companies have an eternal record of perfection 😂😂😂
@@Nahbruhsheesh 😂 I also love when ever there is a issue or bad design with a Toyota the fan boys come out of the woodwork. They all have there issues and faults. It’s a personal opinion wether or not I or you think it’s a small issue or a big issue.
Are you sure that is the step for a 2022? My reason for asking is because the design seemed to be off and my local dealers have told me they can’t order the bed step yet.
Toyota sent me this step specifically for the 2022.
Kind of ridiculous that a 75k truck doesn’t have this feature built in
Does Toyota sell their power step to owners who want that option? Do you know if trucks are pre wired for those?
Not sure on either. I will say I didn’t see any wiring hanging out below my bumper.
Aside from that step being so close to the bumper that it’s gonna scuff the living piss out of it trying to open it. That step looks really far away from the tailgate and I’m a young guy so for me not a problem but for my father or grandfather that’s definitely a problem love how my Chevy steps work that are In the bumper or the ford system is good too
Why would you design that bracket to be held in with a plastic pop off fastener at the bottom?Totally useless for rigidity and whatever kind of structure protection. Those plastic pop off fasteners are to hold non critical parts like a plastic fenderwall, etc. What garbage!
I don't get why they didn't just put a normal bumper on the Tundra like GM does..
Great job
Toyota is showing two prices 275.00 and 350.00 which might be the installed price.
I just bought a 35.00 step stool I throw in the back. 😀
😂 well played.
I did in the beginning but the price on ebay came down to just over 100.00
But need one on right side as well
For me that is just going to fill right full of mud, probably won't even work plugged with mud.
Everybody needs to stop bellyaching about Toyota. Look what they're giving you, build quality, dependability, gas mileage, resale value. versus a piece of junk that has every little accessory that works sometimes.
If you don't have the head to install it pay someone a few dollars it's not the end of the world.
Just use a cutoff tool to cut out the metal bracing behind the bumper. 5 minutes and it’s installed.
They actually changed the part and the instructions on how to install after this video.
Not available for un in csnada as far as i know...
Took hook is what we need. Got stuck in mud with a 16 foot trailer. I should a took picture and sent them to toyota. I'm still cursing them. Reallt cheap mouve to cut on tow hook.
Why would this type step not be on the side toward the curb? My Fj Cruiser had loading right. Most vehicles load from the middle of the road side which means on a busy street you are working on the traffic side. All this gear should be on the curb side. If you are too troubled to walk around the truck you probably aren't capable enough to use any step to get in the truck.
Good video. As wonky as the GM bumper step looks , I think it’s a nice help into the bed. And the HD version as them Close to the cab so that’s also cool as well. The Ford tailgate step is nice too but it’s nice to be able to just step on it and go. Hey Tim do you by any chance know if the ram barn gate opening is smaller than a traditional tailgate?
Same size for Ram barn door and normal tailgate.
I think the GM version looks great and it’s very functional. Toyota dropped the ball on this one.
Toyota should have put this on as there is no way to get in the back...DA
The part number is for the bracket only. Not the whole kit.
Tim, with those silent moments during the videos was it because there were a few F bombs going off?.. 🤷🏻
😂 maybe.
I _cannot comprehend why_ Toyota didn't think to design some sort integrated of tailgate step that Ford and GM have had for years with this brand-new generation Tundra.
Ehhh, maybe when they release their next generation Tundra 15 years from now.🤞
Can't have everything. Toyota dependability, everything works the way it should. Good gas mileage, great resale value. Or a truck that has none of those things but includes a step.🤔
Was anyone else worried about Tim's Smart Watch during the build? I thought it was a goner!
Me too! Glad Tim and the watch survived. I was taught to take my watch off, wear gloves when you can (sometimes you need more touch), and use a flashlight. I see many youtubers using their expensive phone as a flashlight and wearing a smart watch when digging through a rusty barn find.
Appears to be an amp research step like the one I put on a 250
A lot of work for a step. They should make them standard on all trims or integrate steps into a solid rear bumper. It works though.
What a great idea! How’d you come up with that? 😂
@@Nahbruhsheesh oh you know owned a Gm or 6.
@@josephkraft5640 yeah. No one at Toyota is as smart as you. Not a single person there was smart enough to think of this. That’s definitely what happened…
I know a lot of people think the grill is ugly, but I can deal with the way that rear bumper looks. It’s like they put an SUV bumper on their truck.
I think this step has undergone a design change. My part is PT392-34231, the Allen screws and the plastic step piece is designed differently
9:50: "That's what she said" - Michael Scott
LMAO. Wife even laughed at that one.
@@Pickuptrucktalk Yup too hard to resist that setup there. Lol.