Has anyone added a trailer brake controller to a 2025 yet?

[Cbty2050]

I took delivery of my 2025 Ram on August 30th and I’m still waiting on the dealership to get the controller. They keep saying it is on back order. I call every week. This is pathetic.

You can get the module and switch separately, not the address on kit but works the same.

 

[moski]

I just got a 2025 1500. So i read all ig this front to bavk. What I'm gathering is i need to get a module and switch and have the dealer program it? Also cannot install aftermarket? Was wondering if i pop my screen out and go right to the switch connecter can I just pin an aftermarket controller to that?

 

[newmoon]

I added the switch to the dash. However, where the control box should be mounted under the dash is different. There is a square black plastic box mounted where the bracket for the control box should be mounted.
Sorry - did not take a picture.
Called a few dealers, but they have not installed one in 2025 yet.
also, cannot find the wires.

Thomas Dodge in Highland IN, it was $390 for installation and $300 for the kit. It did have this module installed P/N 68569521AB. They did swap it out with the brake controller that came in the kit P/N 68569520AB. The module that came with the truck was P/N 68569521AB and the controller is P/N 68569520AB. Not sure what the function was of the original module

I have to ask as this thread and the dealers information is extremely confusing. My 2025 Limited did not come with a Brake Controller installed. Local Parts department is asking me to verify the two plugs by the steering column, I don't see any. Reading this thread it mentions that the plugs are now located behind the rear seats for the 25s, is this verified correct? Anyone who has had this option installed by the dealer and verified it is working as it should, could I please get the part number(s) included or better yet a receipt showing the part numbers used. I really need to start pulling a trailer. Thank you in advance.

 

[azzx]

Pages 1 and 2 of this thread have a lot info.
Yes the controller is mounted behind the back seat.

 

[RamTruckMan]

I have to ask as this thread and the dealers information is extremely confusing. My 2025 Limited did not come with a Brake Controller installed. Local Parts department is asking me to verify the two plugs by the steering column, I don't see any. Reading this thread it mentions that the plugs are now located behind the rear seats for the 25s, is this verified correct? Anyone who has had this option installed by the dealer and verified it is working as it should, could I please get the part number(s) included or better yet a receipt showing the part numbers used. I really need to start pulling a trailer. Thank you in advance.

My dealer had to pull the head unit and verify the 2 plugs behind where the controller switch would go

 

[Cbty2050]

I have to ask as this thread and the dealers information is extremely confusing. My 2025 Limited did not come with a Brake Controller installed. Local Parts department is asking me to verify the two plugs by the steering column, I don't see any. Reading this thread it mentions that the plugs are now located behind the rear seats for the 25s, is this verified correct? Anyone who has had this option installed by the dealer and verified it is working as it should, could I please get the part number(s) included or better yet a receipt showing the part numbers used. I really need to start pulling a trailer. Thank you in advance.

You need part #68569520AB(trailer tow module) and then the dash switch 68618899AA. Once installed the dealer can program.

 

[RamTruckMan]

You need part #68569520AB(trailer tow module) and then the dash switch 68618899AA. Once installed the dealer can program.

I think 82219240AA kit is the correct, single PN for both for 2025’s.


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[Cbty2050]

I think 82219240AA kit is the correct, single PN for both for 2025’s.


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The kit is hard to get, the part numbers I provided is what we have used on trucks w/ 12" radios. If you see above I posted part #68601443AA, is the wiring harness behind the seat that is in the truck. If you have that harness, then all you need is the 2 parts I listed.

 

[newmoon]

The kit is hard to get, the part numbers I provided is what we have used on trucks w/ 12" radios. If you see above I posted part #68601443AA, is the wiring harness behind the seat that is in the truck. If you have that harness, then all you need is the 2 parts I listed.

You wouldn't happen to have a photo of what this wiring harness behind the seat looks like? Is it a big job to pull the seat?

 

[Jimmy07]

You wouldn't happen to have a photo of what this wiring harness behind the seat looks like? Is it a big job to pull the seat?

Looking to make sure these wires in the positions in the pic below from the install instructions are present:

 

[Cbty2050]

You wouldn't happen to have a photo of what this wiring harness behind the seat looks like? Is it a big job to pull the seat?

Look under pass rear seat behind the back cover. Not hard to see. There is a tag with a part #. We pull the harness out and look to make sure wires are there. They all have had them so far. I can take a picture of the harness tomorrow.

 

[Cbty2050]

You wouldn't happen to have a photo of what this wiring harness behind the seat looks like? Is it a big job to pull the seat?

Lift the pass rear seat and you can see the module and wiring tag.

 

[RamTruckMan]

Lift the pass rear seat and you can see the module and wiring tag.

So, I know I have the 2 wires. My dealership said that those 2 are for people that already have a TBC installed. How do I convince them otherwise? Thanks

 

[Cbty2050]

So, I know I have the 2 wires. My dealership said that those 2 are for people that already have a TBC installed. How do I convince them otherwise? Thanks

It takes someone there that is willing to do a little research/digging in and actually looking at your truck to see all you need is the switch and module. The other option is find a different dealer. It takes about 2 minutes to see you have the wires installed. If needed they can contact me, I have no issues helping where/when I can. PM me for contact info

 

[RamTruckMan]

It takes someone there that is willing to do a little research/digging in and actually looking at your truck to see all you need is the switch and module. The other option is find a different dealer. It takes about 2 minutes to see you have the wires installed. If needed they can contact me, I have no issues helping where/when I can. PM me for contact info

Does adding the switch require taking off the head unit? If not, I’d do it myself

 

[LITTLEREBEL]

I don't know if it has been mentioned already, but I had a bluetooth brake controller on my last truck that didn't come with a brake controller. Also it came with a app and worked great.

 

[azzx]

Does adding the switch require taking off the head unit? If not, I’d do it myself

Yes - you need to remove the head unit. It is easy. Many posts about how to.

 

[newmoon]

You need part #68569520AB(trailer tow module) and then the dash switch 68618899AA. Once installed the dealer can program.

Hopefully this is correct. Dealer has ordered these parts and I'm scheduled to have them installed on Thursday. Hopefully all goes well.

 

[Cbty2050]

Hopefully this is correct. Dealer has ordered these parts and I'm scheduled to have them installed on Thursday. Hopefully all goes well.

If your wiring harness is the number I provided, you will be good.