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Well I'm totally piggybacking on a fantastic thread here in the DIY section ...

How To: 13-14 premium cluster upgrade - DODGE RAM FORUM - Dodge Truck Forums

I didn't want to wreck that GREAT thread !

( I AM NOT BEING SARCASTIC! )

There are a few things I'd like to say that I think some here may Benifit from ?

I've read that some Ram's 13+ may have issues with the TPMS aka Tire Pressure Monitoring System when they upgrade to a 7" premium cluster from the no frills 3" Cluster ?

Seems to be the general way of thinking is that if you have a 13-14 Ram w/ the 3" cluster the TPMS should work with a 13 or 14 premium cluster .....

For a 14 Ram Some say it depends on your build date ( early or late ) hmm?

Well I have a 14 Ram (gas mph ) my build date is an early one September of 2013 .

So , I purchased a 2013 7" Premium cluster P/N 56046544AI S/N T50QI173323413

and a 2016 7" Premium cluster P/N 68280833AC S/N T5MQI213500346

Both from diff members here .

My truck : 2014 Ram 5.7L 1500 4x4 QC
Build date Sept . 2013

The original OEM 3" NON premium cluster installed from the factory in my 2014 Ram Truck was P/N 56054941AE. S/N TO3Q1252340072

FWIW , BOTH of the above clusters one from a 13 Ram and one from a 16 Ram works 100% functionality TO INCLUDE the TPMS IN my 2014 Ram truck ....

The only difference between the two was the 16 Premium cluster has more options in the settings and also works seemlessly with my UPGRADED 2015 RA4 8.4NA RADIO ( my truck is an original RA1 ) , meaning I can Change settings & options in the Evic and it automatically populates the settings and options on the Radio as well ... very nice in deed !
One more thing , the 16 Cluster displays the compass heading whereas the 13 cluster did not ( I do not have a compass module installed ? )


So ....., I'll be installing the 2016 7" Premium cluster in my 2014 Ram ( RA1 Original / 3" cluster / no O/H console & no compass module Original Ram Truck .

Hope this info helps someone out in the future !

Below you will find photos of how I removed & installed the clusters mentioned above .... this is just how I did it , you may do it differently. ... all this removal & installation information has been posted several times ...... Enjoy the photos ...


Step one : disconnect the Neg terminal from the Battery.

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#2 Remove the upper shroud from the steering wheel.

T-20 bit ( 2ea. )

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fff298c6f726e9635cc002288277e002.jpg

8c855c7efac0c8370d354b94b50ea34d.jpg

Next ...same T-20 bit Remove 4 ea screws from the instrument Bezel here .

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This is what I used ...

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Next remove the instrument Bezel like so , with a soft plastic wedge tool.

48ec3de628e7620a1b97b946cd487566.jpg

6e3c0376dd3e73f44bfa690924b1cb19.jpg

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Next utilizing a 7mm socket , remove 2ea small hex head screw retaining the cluster itself .

ab07c07b107312b1c19bbe5ad5e7a0d3.jpg

f0cab94133519372d6a3065f18ff7ffc.jpg

IMPORTANT STEP!
Lay down a rag or the likes to prevent scratches on the clear instrument screen . And rotate the cluster to gain access to the connector like So ...

64bbdc26a27d5b9790ea2724b281aef7.jpg

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Now depress the connectors locking tab here .

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f16ec92457a298af5c96cc0ca1e6c880.jpg

And remove the cluster


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This is a photo of all 3 of my clusters


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Pretty sure you guys can figure out the rest

Hope this encourages others to upgrade their clusters !
A super simple process and took me less than two beers to complete
 

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Well I'm totally piggybacking on a fantastic thread here in the DIY section ...

How To: 13-14 premium cluster upgrade - DODGE RAM FORUM - Dodge Truck Forums

I didn't want to wreck that GREAT thread !

( I AM NOT BEING SARCASTIC! )

There are a few things I'd like to say that I think some here may Benifit from ?

I've read that some Ram's 13+ may have issues with the TPMS aka Tire Pressure Monitoring System when they upgrade to a 7" premium cluster from the no frills 3" Cluster ?

Seems to be the general way of thinking is that if you have a 13-14 Ram w/ the 3" cluster the TPMS should work with a 13 or 14 premium cluster .....

For a 14 Ram Some say it depends on your build date ( early or late ) hmm?

Well I have a 14 Ram (gas mph ) my build date is an early one September of 2013 .

So , I purchased a 2013 7" Premium cluster P/N 56046544AI S/N T50QI173323413

and a 2016 7" Premium cluster P/N 68280833AC S/N T5MQI213500346

Both from diff members here .

My truck : 2014 Ram 5.7L 1500 4x4 QC
Build date Sept . 2013

The original OEM 3" NON premium cluster installed from the factory in my 2014 Ram Truck was P/N 56054941AE. S/N TO3Q1252340072

FWIW , BOTH of the above clusters one from a 13 Ram and one from a 16 Ram works 100% functionality TO INCLUDE the TPMS IN my 2014 Ram truck ....

The only difference between the two was the 16 Premium cluster has more options in the settings and also works seemlessly with my UPGRADED 2015 RA4 8.4NA RADIO ( my truck is an original RA1 ) , meaning I can Change settings & options in the Evic and it automatically populates the settings and options on the Radio as well ... very nice in deed !
One more thing , the 16 Cluster displays the compass heading whereas the 13 cluster did not ( I do not have a compass module installed ? )


So ....., I'll be installing the 2016 7" Premium cluster in my 2014 Ram ( RA1 Original / 3" cluster / no O/H console & no compass module Original Ram Truck .

Hope this info helps someone out in the future !

Below you will find photos of how I removed & installed the clusters mentioned above .... this is just how I did it , you may do it differently. ... all this removal & installation information has been posted several times ...... Enjoy the photos ...[emoji38][emoji38]


Step one : disconnect the Neg terminal from the Battery.

bd0dbfea51899c91f407de3aa9b785e3.jpg

#2 Remove the upper shroud from the steering wheel.

T-20 bit ( 2ea. )

4f00dae7742f9ea2bc9298eb88887c9c.jpg

fff298c6f726e9635cc002288277e002.jpg

8c855c7efac0c8370d354b94b50ea34d.jpg

Next ...same T-20 bit Remove 4 ea screws from the instrument Bezel here .

d19f4bbe58d4926c3145b91e6536b86e.jpg

This is what I used ...

bdd796034420ab32c1d0cdfb56af3e26.jpg

Next remove the instrument Bezel like so , with a soft plastic wedge tool.

48ec3de628e7620a1b97b946cd487566.jpg

6e3c0376dd3e73f44bfa690924b1cb19.jpg

53c8623047b4d049d60a024c18268e0f.jpg

Next utilizing a 7mm socket , remove 2ea small hex head screw retaining the cluster itself .

ab07c07b107312b1c19bbe5ad5e7a0d3.jpg

f0cab94133519372d6a3065f18ff7ffc.jpg

IMPORTANT STEP!
Lay down a rag or the likes to prevent scratches on the clear instrument screen . And rotate the cluster to gain access to the connector like So ...

64bbdc26a27d5b9790ea2724b281aef7.jpg

9e1667301ce27a29c9493cc4f5512a24.jpg

5e3c373c1a5a82f5a94e894ed131ecf5.jpg


Now depress the connectors locking tab here .

c18052fc070de32cc344f36c980929f3.jpg

f16ec92457a298af5c96cc0ca1e6c880.jpg

And remove the cluster


2d9cc643b873927db01cd98d0ba0a207.jpg


This is a photo of all 3 of my clusters


58dd2bee6206c94b3e59dd392226ba4a.jpg

Pretty sure you guys can figure out the rest [emoji38]

Hope this encourages others to upgrade their clusters !
A super simple process and took me less than two beers to complete [emoji41][emoji41]



What are you going to do with the 13 premium?????


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@ Dbush36 ,

I will be selling it ;however, the clear screen does have some very minor ( easy to remove imo) blemishes .... so I'm planning on 1rst sending my 16 cluster out to get the milage & hours changed to match what I require because it only has about 8k on it , then I'm gonna install a Rebel Mask & lense assy with red rings in it and install it in my truck .

I plan on selling the 13 7" Premium cluster here but first I'm gonna install the clear ( in perfect condition ) lense from the 16 cluster on it .... so it will look like a Brand new one ! The 13 cluster only has 13,492 miles on it .
I plan to sell it for $400 shipped to the Lower 48 .
 

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@ Dbush36 ,

I will be selling it ;however, the clear screen does have some very minor ( easy to remove imo) blemishes .... so I'm planning on 1rst sending my 16 cluster out to get the milage & hours changed to match what I require because it only has about 8k on it , then I'm gonna install a Rebel Mask & lense assy with red rings in it and install it in my truck .

I plan on selling the 13 7" Premium cluster here but first I'm gonna install the clear ( in perfect condition ) lense from the 16 cluster on it .... so it will look like a Brand new one ! The 13 cluster only has 13,492 miles on it .
I plan to sell it for $400 shipped to the Lower 48 .



Let me know. I am very interested


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Let me know. I am very interested


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I can put the 16 clusters lens and mask assy on the 13 cluster in about 10 mins , it's very simple to do just about 10 or 12 tabs is all .
It will look brand new then .
The 13 cluster only has 13,492 miles on it and this is it in my 14 Ram today ..

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What exactly are the differences in evic info you can display between the 13 cluster and the 16 cluster???
 

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Ronnie, the '13 cluster I sold you did not work with my '15 TPMS FYI.
 
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Ronnie, the '13 cluster I sold you did not work with my '15 TPMS FYI.
Good information!

When I post it up for sale with the new lens I will certinly point out the TPMS will only work with the 13 &14 models !

Thank you Sir for pointing that out !

I believe I may have been a bit misleading prior ?

I was trying to say my particular 2014 model ( build date Sept. 2013) happened to wk with both of the P/N s for a 2013 & a 2016 I listed above .

(Dbush36 has a 13 model per his profile)

Thanks again my friend !
 
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What exactly are the differences in evic info you can display between the 13 cluster and the 16 cluster???

Sorry Sir I do not have the exact info , however as Avgas pointed out above the 13 cluster will not read the TPMS on a 15 + Ram .....

The 13 cluster also did not automatically display the compass heading for me ?

There were some diff scrollable settings and such , but I didn't take notes , as I was just trying to figure out which of the two I was going to retain for me .

There's lots of variables it seems .

I think it may also differ a bit based on the year model of your truck , the trim level that your BCM is configured to and the type , year and software version your radio is ...??

Hope this helps !
 

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Nice write up RLK.

Now is someone would just keep track of all the cluster PNs for each year (if they change) that would be great.... yeah

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Nice write up RLK.

Now is someone would just keep track of all the cluster PNs for each year (if they change) that would be great.... yeah

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Are you volunteering?


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Nope. Not at the moment.
My 2013 came with the 7" Evic, so I haven't kept up with the differences b/w the model year versions, but I see the need.

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Well I'm totally piggybacking on a fantastic thread here in the DIY section ...

How To: 13-14 premium cluster upgrade - DODGE RAM FORUM - Dodge Truck Forums

I didn't want to wreck that GREAT thread !

( I AM NOT BEING SARCASTIC! )

There are a few things I'd like to say that I think some here may Benifit from ?

I've read that some Ram's 13+ may have issues with the TPMS aka Tire Pressure Monitoring System when they upgrade to a 7" premium cluster from the no frills 3" Cluster ?

Seems to be the general way of thinking is that if you have a 13-14 Ram w/ the 3" cluster the TPMS should work with a 13 or 14 premium cluster .....

For a 14 Ram Some say it depends on your build date ( early or late ) hmm?

Well I have a 14 Ram (gas mph ) my build date is an early one September of 2013 .

So , I purchased a 2013 7" Premium cluster P/N 56046544AI S/N T50QI173323413

and a 2016 7" Premium cluster P/N 68280833AC S/N T5MQI213500346

Both from diff members here .

My truck : 2014 Ram 5.7L 1500 4x4 QC
Build date Sept . 2013

The original OEM 3" NON premium cluster installed from the factory in my 2014 Ram Truck was P/N 56054941AE. S/N TO3Q1252340072

FWIW , BOTH of the above clusters one from a 13 Ram and one from a 16 Ram works 100% functionality TO INCLUDE the TPMS IN my 2014 Ram truck ....

The only difference between the two was the 16 Premium cluster has more options in the settings and also works seemlessly with my UPGRADED 2015 RA4 8.4NA RADIO ( my truck is an original RA1 ) , meaning I can Change settings & options in the Evic and it automatically populates the settings and options on the Radio as well ... very nice in deed !
One more thing , the 16 Cluster displays the compass heading whereas the 13 cluster did not ( I do not have a compass module installed ? )


So ....., I'll be installing the 2016 7" Premium cluster in my 2014 Ram ( RA1 Original / 3" cluster / no O/H console & no compass module Original Ram Truck .

Hope this info helps someone out in the future !

Below you will find photos of how I removed & installed the clusters mentioned above .... this is just how I did it , you may do it differently. ... all this removal & installation information has been posted several times ...... Enjoy the photos ...


Step one : disconnect the Neg terminal from the Battery.

bd0dbfea51899c91f407de3aa9b785e3.jpg

#2 Remove the upper shroud from the steering wheel.

T-20 bit ( 2ea. )

4f00dae7742f9ea2bc9298eb88887c9c.jpg

fff298c6f726e9635cc002288277e002.jpg

8c855c7efac0c8370d354b94b50ea34d.jpg

Next ...same T-20 bit Remove 4 ea screws from the instrument Bezel here .

d19f4bbe58d4926c3145b91e6536b86e.jpg

This is what I used ...

bdd796034420ab32c1d0cdfb56af3e26.jpg

Next remove the instrument Bezel like so , with a soft plastic wedge tool.

48ec3de628e7620a1b97b946cd487566.jpg

6e3c0376dd3e73f44bfa690924b1cb19.jpg

53c8623047b4d049d60a024c18268e0f.jpg

Next utilizing a 7mm socket , remove 2ea small hex head screw retaining the cluster itself .

ab07c07b107312b1c19bbe5ad5e7a0d3.jpg

f0cab94133519372d6a3065f18ff7ffc.jpg

IMPORTANT STEP!
Lay down a rag or the likes to prevent scratches on the clear instrument screen . And rotate the cluster to gain access to the connector like So ...

64bbdc26a27d5b9790ea2724b281aef7.jpg

9e1667301ce27a29c9493cc4f5512a24.jpg

5e3c373c1a5a82f5a94e894ed131ecf5.jpg


Now depress the connectors locking tab here .

c18052fc070de32cc344f36c980929f3.jpg

f16ec92457a298af5c96cc0ca1e6c880.jpg

And remove the cluster


2d9cc643b873927db01cd98d0ba0a207.jpg


This is a photo of all 3 of my clusters


58dd2bee6206c94b3e59dd392226ba4a.jpg

Pretty sure you guys can figure out the rest

Hope this encourages others to upgrade their clusters !
A super simple process and took me less than two beers to complete
Awesome write up!

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Thanks man !
When my new Rebel lense and mask comes in I'm gonna add a little how to on changing the lense as well .
 

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Well I'm totally piggybacking on a fantastic thread here in the DIY section ...

How To: 13-14 premium cluster upgrade - DODGE RAM FORUM - Dodge Truck Forums

I didn't want to wreck that GREAT thread !

( I AM NOT BEING SARCASTIC! )

There are a few things I'd like to say that I think some here may Benifit from ?

I've read that some Ram's 13+ may have issues with the TPMS aka Tire Pressure Monitoring System when they upgrade to a 7" premium cluster from the no frills 3" Cluster ?

Seems to be the general way of thinking is that if you have a 13-14 Ram w/ the 3" cluster the TPMS should work with a 13 or 14 premium cluster .....

For a 14 Ram Some say it depends on your build date ( early or late ) hmm?

Well I have a 14 Ram (gas mph ) my build date is an early one September of 2013 .

So , I purchased a 2013 7" Premium cluster P/N 56046544AI S/N T50QI173323413

and a 2016 7" Premium cluster P/N 68280833AC S/N T5MQI213500346

Both from diff members here .

My truck : 2014 Ram 5.7L 1500 4x4 QC
Build date Sept . 2013

The original OEM 3" NON premium cluster installed from the factory in my 2014 Ram Truck was P/N 56054941AE. S/N TO3Q1252340072

FWIW , BOTH of the above clusters one from a 13 Ram and one from a 16 Ram works 100% functionality TO INCLUDE the TPMS IN my 2014 Ram truck ....

The only difference between the two was the 16 Premium cluster has more options in the settings and also works seemlessly with my UPGRADED 2015 RA4 8.4NA RADIO ( my truck is an original RA1 ) , meaning I can Change settings & options in the Evic and it automatically populates the settings and options on the Radio as well ... very nice in deed !
One more thing , the 16 Cluster displays the compass heading whereas the 13 cluster did not ( I do not have a compass module installed ? )


So ....., I'll be installing the 2016 7" Premium cluster in my 2014 Ram ( RA1 Original / 3" cluster / no O/H console & no compass module Original Ram Truck .

Hope this info helps someone out in the future

Well done sir, these are the type of detailed write ups that make this forum priceless, and get guys like me over the hump of "can I do it"
And I'm not even looking to do this and still read the while thing and learned how if need presented itself.
 
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Thank you Sir ! I do appreciate the kind words and I agree on it being nice to have detailed & informative threads on a how to DIY .

When I first joined the Ram Forum I came across a few really good how to's and some Great DIY'S that were picture heavy step by step type installs or mods . At that time I decided if I ever post up something I wanted it to be like that .

Thanks again Sir !
 

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I just upgraded my cluster. 2014 1500 diesel. I love it. Compass doesn't work all the time. Turn off and on and it comes back. Nice display. Easy install. Cluster surgeon did the work. I cannot be more
Pleased. So I have done the radio hvac mod bezel. Overhead console and what's next? Banks diesel and tune. I am happy with my eco diesel.


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I am about to upgrade my 2015 to the 7" EVIC cluster.. Are we 100% certain that a 2013 or 2014 cluster has TPMS issues? Is that all? I would buy a brand new one from all mopar parts but I can't seem to find the section with the clusters... Anyone have a link?
 

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I am about to upgrade my 2015 to the 7" EVIC cluster.. Are we 100% certain that a 2013 or 2014 cluster has TPMS issues? Is that all? I would buy a brand new one from all mopar parts but I can't seem to find the section with the clusters... Anyone have a link?

You cant, Chrysler only allows clusters with a return of the same cluster.
 

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ok.. If I buy a used one then (I see a lot of 2013 and 2014 models) will the TPMS work ?
 
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