INFO - 2013-2018 8.4A /AN FW Notes (RA3/VP3-NA & RA4/VP4-NA & UAx)

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I kinda of rigged half taking out the old one and using the new. When I started the vehicle came right on and said Radio Lock Please start vehicle. I did. However that blocked the screen and turned the air on which worked.

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Then said enter Anti - Theft Code which I don't have so is this a NAV solution or ???

You will need to call the dealer with the radio part or serial number and the vin of the donor truck. If they are not willing, navrepair.com I think will do it for $20
 

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Here is the other
 

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I don't mind spending 20 bucks but will the rest work or is it throwing 20 more dollars away?
 

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I don't mind spending 20 bucks but will the rest work or is it throwing 20 more dollars away?
You can sell the radio with the unlock code as a bonus (added to the selling price). It will be the same code in any installed vehicle.

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Got an email from Nav and he said

2016 is not compatible with 13/14 vehicles. A 2014 radio is ideal

So I asked if I shipped to them could he be compatible otherwise I will be looking for another radio out of a 2014. I can't return this one so will make a nice paper weight on my desk. I am kidding I think, I think they will take it back when they can find a another buyer.
 

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Status update: Reinstalled the HVAC Controller 68268187AA and let it blink for a while, then it worked as the other controller 68105017AE. But this 87AA controller for 2016 RAM 7 speed has the same issue with memory retention of the HVAC. So two radios and two controller with no memory retention! I GOTTA believe it has to be a 2016 truck issue! Everything works great !! I love the Siri, XM live and HD. I control all HVAC functions. I am chasing the cherry on top though!! Next step is to get the truck flashed to a RA4. I just hate talking to dealers, they are clueless or by the book and don't help very much!

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Good luck Sir !
 
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Got an email from Nav and he said

2016 is not compatible with 13/14 vehicles. A 2014 radio is ideal

So I asked if I shipped to them could he be compatible otherwise I will be looking for another radio out of a 2014. I can't return this one so will make a nice paper weight on my desk. I am kidding I think, I think they will take it back when they can find a another buyer.
I say get the code and try it first. If your 2014 is already a 7 speed fan, then it's no big deal to test everything out with the new bezel (to also see what the fw is).
There is already one guy asking about a 2016 RA4 here because of the Siri handsfree feature. As mentioned, you should be able to sell it and least recoup your $$ if it doesn't work.
 
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Got an email from Nav and he said

2016 is not compatible with 13/14 vehicles. A 2014 radio is ideal

I have been getting conflicting feedback on the 2016 RA4's, but yes, a 2014 RA4 is ideal, however, the 2015+ RA4's have the most current Map/NAV database.

Do you have the conversion harness and new bezel yet to check the radio's FW?

if so, go into dealer mode and see what the FW version is...
* Dealer Mode (Use this to identify your Radio's P/N and S/N !)
......... Hold Hot+Cold+Front defrost buttons for 5 seconds

* Engineering Mode
........ Hold Hot+cold buttons for 5 seconds
 

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So anyone else who has done this MOD still have a free SXM connection? Mine expired on Jan 3rd but is still working.

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I ordered the code, I will need when I sell anyway.
 

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HVAC P68105017AE
Center Stack 5VD75JXPAA
 

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I ordered the code, I will need when I sell anyway.
You don't necessarily need it, but it is a nice plus when buying. I would imagine a 2016 radio could demand a higher price then 13 and 14 radios since there aren't as many out there right now. Not to mention the newer features and map data.

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Do you have a factory 4 speed fan blower or 7 speed fan blower??
(That is an HVAC module for the 4 speed to 7 speed conversion)

Your center stack will work, from post 16 of the conversion thread (most people reference the 1UJ96 PN )...
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My factory system was a 7 speed fan.
 

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F Me I order the right one back in October and just opened it and looking through the other feed and they sent me the wrong one. Damn it.
 
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F Me I order the right one back in October and just opened it and looking through the other feed and they sent me the wrong one. Damn it.
That sucks man. Someone will buy it off you as well. Do you already have the conversion harness?

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That sucks man. Someone will buy it off you as well. Do you already have the conversion harness?

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yes I do


Way to confirm that is right?
 

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Way to confirm that is right?

Yes, check it against the 7 speed fan harness schematic on post 2 of the conversion thread.
Primary difference is pin 17 is connected together at both connectors and also pins 8, 10, & 12 I think are also unique to the 7 speed conversion harness.

PS: don't use that 4 to 7speed HVAC module in your truck with the harness. But you can test the bezel, harness, and 2016 radio without any risk

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