No map lights , want em ?

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geezer336

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Didn't notice the new 18 Tradsman didn't have the overhead console with map lights . I kinda need em as the ol eyes aint what they used to be . Is the wiring in the headliner already if I put one in myself ? See some on Ebay , aint skeered to jump in there to get console installed but only if wiring is there for plug and play install . Is there an overhead console with sunglass holder avalable ? Bound to be an easy enough job correct ?

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Didn't notice the new 18 Tradsman didn't have the overhead console with map lights . I kinda need em as the ol eyes aint what they used to be . Is the wiring in the headliner already if I put one in myself ? See some on Ebay , aint skeered to jump in there to get console installed but only if wiring is there for plug and play install . Is there an overhead console with sunglass holder avalable ? Bound to be an easy enough job correct ?

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Yes easy job. Talk to the parts department at the dealership and the can give you a printout of the overhead wiring. I would believe it’s there cause it’s cost so much more for individual wiring harnesses or each trim level.


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Didn't notice the new 18 Tradsman didn't have the overhead console with map lights . I kinda need em as the ol eyes aint what they used to be . Is the wiring in the headliner already if I put one in myself ? See some on Ebay , aint skeered to jump in there to get console installed but only if wiring is there for plug and play install . Is there an overhead console with sunglass holder avalable ? Bound to be an easy enough job correct ?

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These put out far better light than our factory map lights and most include Velcro for attaching to the headliner. ;)
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I just purchased a 2018 tradesman as well and have the same issue. It's not that you cant see, there is just no lamp up there like there should be. Hope FCA changes this in the future. I have purchased a console kit for that on ebay myself, and it came with the wiring harness pieces, that I have to assemble and code myself, not to mention cut open the headliner. if you find anything, let me know. Cause I couldn't find anything to help with it online or from the seller. Shown is what i bought.

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I just purchased a 2018 tradesman as well and have the same issue. It's not that you cant see, there is just no lamp up there like there should be. Hope FCA changes this in the future. I have purchased a console kit for that on ebay myself, and it came with the wiring harness pieces, that I have to assemble and code myself, not to mention cut open the headliner. if you find anything, let me know. Cause I couldn't find anything to help with it online or from the seller. Shown is what i bought.

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I believe you’re supposed to tie it into the center overhead light
 
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