5th gen auxiliary switches diy

[ya3coub]

I’m stuck in both forums for the last 2 years waiting for something to happen, what about installing a 2021+ BCM on our 19-20 trucks, did anyone try that?

Is it possible ??

I really like these oem switches and until now cant find a proper mount or clean switches location/ install based on production parts

 

[mdlockwood]

Has anyone sourced a relay box for the 6-way Aux switches on the 5th gen RAM 1500 somewhat recently? I have been searching for a relay box, but looks like this is a unicorn? The 4wheelelectronics place, which seems to cited frequently, looks like a scam, so was hoping something else is available that can be shared here.

I installed the 6-way Aux switches and successful program via AlphaOBD. I can see all of the settings on the 8.4" screen, but need the relay box to complete the installation. If anyone has this functioning, I would love to hear where you sourced the relay box. Worst case, I'd be ok for DIY on the relay, but without schematics, would be a PITA. Thanks!

 

[BigRam36]

I second that. Does anyone have a guide, or "How to" for all the necessary parts that's needed for a 21+ Ram 1500?

 

[BigRam36]

Still no reply. I guess there isn't too much interest on this as I thought. Anyhow I ordered part # 82216449AB which shows on different Mopar parts website to be the aux switch kit for my 2021 Ram 1500. The PDC I received looks nothing like what is pictured and is much smaller. The harness included is labeled DTAUX-HARNESS which makes it appear as if its correct, the actual PDC does say Diesel. I'm likely going to install it anyway and see if it does work, just wanted more insight into anyone that has installed this exact kit on a 2021 and above 1500.

 

[BigRam36]

So got this kit installed and happy to say it works! I did have to change the switch bank that came with the kit because I don’t have a diesel, but I wired up my dual rough country grille led lights and they turn on/off.

Only issues I have encountered are the aux menu not showing up in 12” UC5 screen with Nav, but I’ll give that another day or two to populate. Also when I press the aux button to turn on my grille lights, my headlights also turn on. Kind of weird, but I guess the switch needs to be programmed in the menu, or using alfaobd.

Anyway hope this info helps anyone looking to do this mod.

EDIT 3/15/24

The settings to program the switches eventually did show up on the 12" screen.