RAM 1500 OEM Trailer Brake Controller Install (2019-2022) | The BEST Trailer Brake Controller
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- I install an OEM/Factory Trailer Brake Controller into a 2022 RAM 1500 fifth gen truck. I show and explain how to easily install trailer brake controller, trailer brake module and bracket into your ram 1500. These OEM/Factory trailer brakes are probably the best performing trailer brake controller for these trucks and they work seamlessly. Highly recommend installing this controller in any RAM 1500
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I hope everyone is doing well! I have the pleasure of installing this OEM trailer brake controller in my father in laws brand new 2022 ram 1500 rebel. beautiful ram pick up truck! so when ordering the OEM trailer brake controller you will have to order the package which includes the module, module bracket, trailer brake controller and some hardware. follow along the video and you'll see that everything is pretty simple to install. the hardest and maybe scariest part is removing the center dash with your nice big screen. but take your time and be careful it should pop out.
the nice thing about the oem trailer brake controller is everything is wired up and ready to go. the connectors are just sitting there ready to be plugged in making this a very easy job to do.
I would also highly recommend this trailer brake controller from Mopar itself because it works so well with these trucks and will make your towing Experience much better.
the final thing you will have to do is get this module programmed at the dealer for about 1/2 hour of time. so this is not the cheapest option but it is easily the best and simplest option when it comes with these trucks. it also has the bonus of looking like it belongs as it is truly an oem part on all these ram 1500 trucks!
hope you guys find the video helpful!
I wanted to THANK YOU!! I hardly ever take the time to right reviews or praise. However, your video totally deserves praise for it is spot on. You laid it out step by step exactly how every screw and every plug should be approched. I think it took no more than 2 hours and it's so much better then those after market junk controlers. Thanks again!
I'm gonna be honest. I shouldn't have done this on the street outside of my house in the mid afternoon in July in Phoenix. That being said, I'm the guy that watched this video like 7 times before making the attempt. 2 hours later, my brake controller is installed on my RAM 1500, and I couldn't be happier. Ready to do some real towing. Liked and subscribed now. Thank you for making this video, saved me a ton of time and money! :)
I ordered the brake controller with my truck and I must say it works very well. I was using a the Curt Bluetooth brake controller with my other vehicle. I worked well but I like this integrated controller better. Great video.
Thank you! And yes the integraded brake controller module works very very well with these trucks. Makes life easy when towing which is worth the money
Why do you like this better than the Curt Bluetooth?
@@fredlevine4155I bought the Curt when I was in a pinch and didn't have time to install an aftermarket controller. If I lose the Bluetooth connection (which happens occasionally) I can't use the manual override. I don't have to worry about theft just in case I forget to unplug it after use (which is a possibility). I like a lever vs using a phone screen to activate the manual override. Its one less cord in the way having the phone plugged in constantly. I still have it. I prefer a factory integrated controller better.
Wow I was just thinking how will it work and you corrected yourself saying you forgot. I appreciate the video.
Thank you sir!
I have a 2019 and have to get this on in the next 36 hours. This vid is excellent! Hope it works on the '19 as the '22, looks similar. BTW, a shop quoted me nearly $400 to do this job.
Excellent video, except for the wiring mistake LOL. I bought a 2019 RAM brand new. No trailer brake controller installed. They were on back order, so I had to install an aftermarket controller. It works great! In my opinion, every RAM with a hitch receiver and 7-way plug should have a brake controller installed. It was ridiculous back in 2020 to buy a truck without one installed. RAM should have never let that happen.
Be glad you didn’t get the factory controller, they do a horrible job at engaging trailer brakes and cause major issues for ele/Hyd brakes
@@mjpopp In your opinion it's better to go with an aftermarket brake controller than installing a factory controller? I have a 2019 Ram I need to put a brake controller on. I was looking at factory controllers hence why I ended up on this video. An aftermarket controller sure would be easier to install and if they work better than it's a no brainer.
@@mjpoppmy works perfectly fine lol
My 2024 doesn’t have one either what a joke
I am going to do this myself and program it with Alfa OBD software. Part numbers would be helpful to those looking to do this themselves. Great video.
Ya I could throw the part numbers in the description! Thanks for the tip!
Can this be programmed at home?
@J C with the alpha obd paid software and a security gateway bypass cables. You should know what your doing g so you don't mess stuff up
I probably don't know enough to do it. I'll try and get the dealer to program it.
Looking to add this to my 2021 RAM. Absolutely great video, well done!
Thanks for a great video. I was leary of installing mine and was curios if I actually had to go back to the dealer for programming. That's the only part that sucks.
Definitely the brake control should be included in the factory towing package, particularly if you option the Class V, reciever. If you’re towing anything Class V.
How much was the part, and how much did they charge you to program?
3 hours later and with a lot of frustration it's in! The wiring plug for the controller is NOT in the bundle of wires that contain the plugs for the module! Instead it is cleverly disguised in the bundle of wires on the center of the dash that you remove but that little tidbit is never mentioned. Secondly there may only be two screws that hold the section of the dash in that the controller goes and there are 2 clips on top AND 2 on the bottom.
The only thing that sucks about these oem trailer brakes is that it try’s to make it work with abs leading to very low to no trailer breaks at lower speeds. 7-8 volts coming from break controller under 35mph even if you have gain set to 10 which it should be 9+ volts. Idk why ram decided to do that but it can cause you to be put out of service by DOT if you’re running commercial for having “bad trailer breaks”
Many thanks, although I'm just putting in an aftermarket controller on the 2021 Ram I just bought. Thankfully the 4 pin connector just needs the cable to plug in a controller, the brake signal is already enabled.
Nice explanation and break down new subscriber 👍
Awesome video, where did you buy the part? I have a 2022 Rebel and I need to do the same thing.
Are you going to update this with the OEM part #'s?
Perfect video thank you!
Can you give the links to the place you bought the parts please. Thank you also
Great video!
Great video, thanks!!
Very informative video
Yeah, well, neither dealer near me would program the control unit unless you bought from a dealer and had them install. Highway robbery, and they got it in crooked and the + brake stuck on, went to 10, then errored out. I HATE GOING TO DEALERS! Should have bought a programmer and tamper device and done it myself, except any recall flash would uninstall the brake controller software update.
Was looking at purchasing this for my truck but the seller is a dealer and says it would need programming? Did you have to do any programming?
Awesome content!!
Thank you sir!
Fantastic video. I'm hoping to install my trailer brake this weekend. Local dealer wants to charge me $500 for the part and $200 for labor! I found the OEM part for $100 with module and all :P To heck with dealers, man. Do you know if the install is the same on units with the smaller screens and more physical dials?
Where did you order parts from?
I found the OEM part number # 82215278AE for the brake controller kit.
The controller should come standard with every pickup truck.
Do you have a video for a OEM trailer brake controller for a 2021 Dodge Durango RT? I'm looking behind the dash in the same area you showed for the RAM 1500... and i don't see any wires to connect to the brake controller module.
Can you make a video for the 2020 chevy Silverado 2500 too?
Can you use a after market brake controller that fits the same way,,, great video.
A lot of questions here about using after market rather oem and not 1 answer
Mmmmm I got the kit and followed. I'm having a weird issue. when I test the gain it pops up on the dash but stays at 0%.
Is this the same install process on a V6 Ram model?
For some reason when I ordered my truck it was not an available option no one could tell me why it just wasn’t. But I would definitely like to add it if possible.
Super easy to do. A little costly compared to other options but in my opinion worth it!
For anyone interested the dealer charged $62.50 plus tax to program the controller.
Not too bad. Was that 1/2 hour charge ?
Damn that’s cheap got quoted 256 to program
Do I have to get it flashed to computer
I was just quoted an hour for $165.
I was going to buy one and just put one of my truck like you did the dealership told me when I bring it in to get a programmed if it doesn't work it's not on them and then I got to pay the $60 to have the truck flashed
It's very easy. there are basically 3 plugs to plug in and it will work. the hardest part it just pulling down the center console.
What is a fair price to have this done ?
These are horrible for ele/Hyd brakes. They pulse a signal to the pump which never allows the calipers from filling releasing. I am about to pull mine out today to replace with a P3
Alex, when you install this and have it programmed at the dealer, do the brake control graphics to tell you a trailer is connected show up on the instrument cluster? My '22 Rebel has this from the factory and it is displayed on the instrument cluster when you connect a trailer. Bill from Linglestown, Pennsylvania
Yes it does. When I hook my 7 pin connector up to the back of the truck. The trucks knows you have a trailer. Very seemless and works really well in my opinion
When you squeeze the controller when no trailer is connected, does the gauge fill in on the screen? My brother has a 19 rebel. His does but does not say "trailer not connected"
My 22 says "trailer not connected" and gauge doesn't fill in
You should have shown how to put that button sh** in cause I'm dumb af
Went to buy a truck today.... all three ecodiesels had all the features I wanted, except for the brake controller. The only truck with the controller was the Laramie or the small 6. Bummer.
Don't buy the eco diesel unless you like a broke tuck
It should just come included, would probably cost ram $20 or less!
Would this be the same for a 2500 as well?
I already put it in my truck but it still doesn't work, do I need to reprogram ?
Yes
I installed this and now my wipers and flashers won’t turn off. Also, my radio and climate isn’t working. Any insight why this happened? I checked all plugs and they’re in the correct receptacle.
that seems odd. Is your connector directly from Mopar? and make sure you have the right part number if so. I would unplug everything and see if everything goes back to normal first. if it does repeat the process and plug the trailer brake controller back in. if you have the same issues I would get the dealer to install it. the controller may need to be programed in to correct the issues.
Off topic , but do you know of way to bypass or permanently disable the MDS on a 17 power wagon ?
I was told there is a plug into your OBD connection that makes the truck think you have a trailer attached and therefore won't shut down the engine. I don't know what brand or name of the device is. I was told by a friend who does lighting installation on government vehicles.
Do I have to get my truck flashed after installing trailer brake switch 🤷🏻♂️
Read the post b4 asking questions
HELP!!!!! Not sure what happened but after the install my climate control unit doesn’t work properly before the flash. Is this normal? Also my infotainment screen is different.
shouldn't be different
Do you know if it is a option to put the trailer steering control in?
Im not sure about that. All these trucks use the sam wiring harnesses but you would probably need an additional module and a ecm flash to get it up and running. So it should be possible to add that feature
Great video but metal pry tool on the dash? ahhhhhhhhhhh!
sometimes you have be a little rough lol just have to be careful, it's in there pretty good.
My display isn’t coming back on. All of the buttons and the volume knob work. The trailer brake has power to it. Anyone have this issue?
make sure you didn't push a pin out of the connector by accident.
Is it necessary to get it programmed by the dealer? I thought it was just plug and play? Also did anyone find the part numbers? I have a 21' ram larmie 5.7 eco torgue hemi crew cab
not 100% necessary the trailer brake will work. but you won't have the trailer screen telling you your settings. you kind of just have to go off my feel. It's worth it in my opinion. if you are spending the money on the oem part. why not pay an extra 60 bucks to get programmed.
Do all rams even come with the trailer screen? Mine has the mid size radio not the huge one your truck has - I don’t think mine has a trailer screen. Unless that’s what gets flashed onto the infotainment from the dealer?
What part number was used? Did you purchase from Amazon?
Dasbecan Integrated Electronic Trailer Brake Controller Compatible with 2019 2020 2021 2022 RAM DT 1500 Trucks New Body Style Only Replace part # 82215278AE But I can not get the the damn thing working
@@paulbaker2328 you have to get the dealer to program the controller.
Aftermarket brake controller is a whole lot easier to install, cheaper, and plug & play.
After installing and reconnecting the battery, my computer is throwing all kinds of codes, seems like a lot of features have disappeared. Check engine light is on as well. U0212, U110A, and U1003 are the codes being thrown. Any one else experienced anything like this?
Did you figure it out ? My wipers won’t turn off and my hazards too. Radio won’t work and climate won’t as well. Very frustrating
Anyone have all the part numbers from mopar to do this?
Crazy that a truck can be bought without a trailer brake controller. Should be standard equipment
My truck came without a hitch (previous life was a rental) so I wasn't surprised that it didn't have a brake controller.
Does anyone know the part number of the blank switch that Mopar uses? Need to go back to OEM without the brake controller switch!
I just installed one today, I was told it needs be programmed to work at the dealer. It’s all in and dash back together. No lights on the controller come on or work? Is that all going to after dealer turns it on? Figured there would be power to it?