2017 Trailer Brake controller and tow hooks info, 1500 crew cab

[Mudders Beast]

Took a while on Mopar member site to find correct info for 2017 RAM 1500 Laramie crew cab 4x4 5.7 hemi information for Trailer Brake controller (82215040AB, 1.0 hr labor, includes computer update), and tow hooks (82210967, 0.3 hrs labor). Initial searches did not show up for 2017. Dealer trying to charge me 3hrs. labor for brake controller.

 

[AllMoparParts.com]

Does seem a bit excessive, Here is the installation doc.
http://starparts.chrysler.com/info/default/K6861628.pdf

Best bet is to shop other local dealers

-Benny

 

[Ken226]

I installed mind myself.

Dealer charged $100 to add the sales code and reflash the pcm.

 

[Hoosier RAM]

I purchased a new 82215040AB controller on ebay ($190) and installed it myself on my 2017. The instructions are pretty accurate and helpful. A couple of tips:
1). Substitute the self tapping screws for 10-24 machine screw w/lock washers, drill out the metal bracket screw holes with a 1/4" bit, insert the screws from back side of the chassis framework, and slide the new bracket onto the screws. I tightened with an impact gun so getting the nut tight without having to hold the screw with a tool was not an issue. I fumbled around for 30 minutes trying to get to the hex head on the self tapping screw before going this route and I had the bracket on in 5 minutes. 2). You will want to use a plastic pry tool so as to not mar up the plastic trim. Take your time as you're pulling and prying on the dash trim. There were 8 on the perimeter of the trim and 4 more surrounding the uconnect screen (don't pry against the screen face). When the clips release, they make a sound like you've cracked a piece of plastic somewhere . I also removed the console cover, which use the same clips and comes off easily, because I felt like it was holding the dash trim in. 3). The controller synced up without having to take to the dealer for a flash. Sliding the lever all of the way to the left caused the tires to lock up .
Plan for a 90 minute job with a difficulty of 2 out of 5. Good Luck.