8.4" to 12.1" screen replacement

[jungleskipper]

I do not know the part number but know I have seen it listed here before.

Thanks, I'll go back through this thread and see what I can find.

 

[jungleskipper]

I did the swap in my Laramie that originally had the 8.4 with Nav. When I first swapped in the 12” screen, it was blank. I then swapped out my radio module with the one that came with the 12” screen and everything powered on. Everything works except, the volume knob, tuning knob and the screen blank button. Pushing the volume knob will still turn off the unit though. The steering wheel volume buttons still work and the on screen radio controls also work. I haven’t been able to get updated software to flash the 12” to see if that would make the knobs work or not.

Would you know the part number or name of the 12.1 module? I got the screen, but no separate module.

 

[IronSingh]

Hi I'm new to this forum. I just wanted to know if you did this swap what about surround view. Can you plug and play that in?

 

[bill]

The LVDS cable I am not sure can be bought separate. Its the cable that connects the display to the Radio Unit

Right and i am desperately trying to find one.

 

[bill]

I actually need the wire sides so I can reference the connectors. Its hard to tell because they both are similar and I need wre colors so I know what it what. So if you can show the connectors from the wire side that would help most

Right and i am desperately trying to find one.

Making sure I am looking for the right cable. I see a white connector on the radio module, and the same exact connector on the display. My mind says that's where this cable has to go. Since its not there now I don't know what color it is. Judging the way everything is color coded by connectors that the connecting ends are white. Bottom of l/h corner white connector. Desperate

 

[bill]

Did you see my previous post? I had the same issue until I switched out the actual silver radio behind the screen. The radio unit I replaced mine with came from the same truck that I got the 12” screen from. Are you trying to use the unit that came stock with your truck?

If you have access to that truck I would love to have the LVDS cable. It should be white connectors on both ends and go from radio to display.

 

[Nails]

Ding

 

[19RamLimited]

I need the connector in the truck that has the wires . There is nothing at the radio I need to know. There are I believe two 8 pin connectors I need to see the wires in those connectors so I can determine what needs to be moved where.

I will try to get you an less cable also.

 

[bill]

I need the connector in the truck that has the wires . There is nothing at the radio I need to know. There are I believe two 8 pin connectors I need to see the wires in those connectors so I can determine what needs to be moved where.

I will try to get you an less cable also.

This is a single cable that ties the radio module to the display.

 

[19RamLimited]

This is a single cable that ties the radio module to the display.

I know what the LVDS cable is. I can possibly get one for you.

 

[bill]

I know what the LVDS cable is. I can possibly get one for you.

I didn't mean anything personal. I would be so greatfull if you could find me one. I would pay for it and shipping. Just let me know. Thanks very much in advance.

 

[bill]

Thank you very much. Here is a picture of the two plugs.

thispicture was the only one that came through. I thought i sent another one showing back of module. sorry

 

[bill]

A direct swap with everything working but the volume and tuning knob, is a fairly successful swap IMO. I am sure some tweaking could make it work, especially if you have some 12v background. Either way I only use steering wheel controls so it would be a pass for me.

A guy over on the RamForums bought one in the classifieds and just did a plug and play swap from his 8.4. I tried to get him to post more info, but he isn't on the forums often, we exchanged a few PMs.

"Sorry for the late reply. I did the swap in my Laramie that originally had the 8.4 with Nav. When I first swapped in the 12” screen, it was blank. I then swapped out my radio module with the one that came with the 12” screen and everything powered on. Everything works except, the volume knob, tuning knob and the screen blank button. Pushing the volume knob will still turn off the unit though. The steering wheel volume buttons still work and the on screen radio controls also work. I haven’t been able to get updated software to flash the 12” to see if that would make the knobs work or not."

I am interested if you had a cable with a white connector on both ends that went from the display to the module, and if you might have an extra?

 

[bill]

I didn't mean anything personal. I would be so greatfull if you could find me one. I would pay for it and shipping. Just let me know. Thanks very much in advance.

Good morning sir. I was wondering if you were having any luck locating a cable. Thank you

 

[Hmg346]

I have found a place to buy the 12" model , and another to buy the screen, What else would i need to make this swap work i have read the posts and am seeing if anyone has been 100% successful. Will i need to flash the computer afterwards. or has anyone done this swap and gotten the dealer to flash it and it works 100%. So far i have read its been swapped and everything works but the hazards. Im a bit confused in the earlier posts about a LVDS cable.. i don't know what it is and do need to purchase one as well. I am in Phx az. id luv to get this done . even the dealer around me said if we get it done and it works to let him know he'd like to know as well.

 

[bill]

I have found a place to buy the 12" model , and another to buy the screen, What else would i need to make this swap work i have read the posts and am seeing if anyone has been 100% successful. Will i need to flash the computer afterwards. or has anyone done this swap and gotten the dealer to flash it and it works 100%. So far i have read its been swapped and everything works but the hazards. Im a bit confused in the earlier posts about a LVDS cable.. i don't know what it is and do need to purchase one as well. I am in Phx az. id luv to get this done . even the dealer around me said if we get it done and it works to let him know he'd like to know as well.

If your truck already has nav then thr lvds cable should be there. This cable connects module to display and finding one is very hard. I would suggest try whoever sold you the display

 

[Hmg346]

If your truck already has nav then thr lvds cable should be there. This cable connects module to display and finding one is very hard. I would suggest try whoever sold you the display

Havent bought the display yet. In my truck now is the 8 in nav. The lvds cable for the 8 in will work for he 12”? Im just looking for the parts ....the screen and the module. Looks like ill have to buy em separate . Used i think.... do i need to worry about vin lock with the display. Or just the module. The seller of he module says he has the security code for it ... anything else id need to buy or look out for. .? Thanks in advance for your help

 

[Hmg346]

Does anyone know where i can buy the Navi Uconnect 12-inch Display ?

 

[Ram41313]

Does anyone know where i can buy the Navi Uconnect 12-inch Display ?

There’s a few on Craigslist in metro Detroit location is Dearborn

 

[bill]

Havent bought the display yet. In my truck now is the 8 in nav. The lvds cable for the 8 in will work for he 12”? Im just looking for the parts ....the screen and the module. Looks like ill have to buy em separate . Used i think.... do i need to worry about vin lock with the display. Or just the module. The seller of he module says he has the security code for it ... anything else id need to buy or look out for. .? Thanks in advance for your help

Type in part num 68307655AD then select Factoryradioparts Cheapest module comes with code . Plugs in your truck should plug right in. Call this number (313)207-1661 and he has 12.1 display at cheapest price.