Replacing my TOW mirrors with Power Folding - 10% Cyber Monday

[ramButz]

PART 2
Now it would take me about 30 min to do. Need a second person for some of it. But sooo much better than last mirrors. Good luck.

BTW...here is a link to an Infotainment video, but it is for a 2018 / NOT 2019 Ram. So it is not exactly the same but did help me a little to be more familier with the process. So by watching the video and then my pix and notes should help for the 2019 model. I have a 2019 Laramie so not sure if the Rebel and other models are exactly the same.

Link:
Install Video for 2018 Ram (not 2019)

cant thank you enough

 

[ramButz]

Here you go.

Driver Mirror
Regular mirror & small convex mirror
Blind spot, dimming, puddle, defrost, turn signal and retracting

Passenger Mirror
Wide angle & small convex mirror
Blind spot, puddle, defrost, turn signal and retracting (no dimming)

Only way to go...so much better. Let me know any other questions.

your the "Man"

 

[HockeyCowboy]

"WT%"!!!

You would think that they would put the correct image for the tow mirrors! Wrong pix.

 

[ramButz]

It took about 3 weeks for me to get everything. The OBDGenie showed up within a week, the mirrors and other parts about 3 weeks after ordering.

I got them installed yesterday and everything works as it should. Mirrors fold in and out, dim correctly, puddle lights and blind spot works fine. Haven't tried the defrost yet.

I hated that I lost so many features because of the tow package, but it was hard to find the truck with all the features that I wanted and I couldn't wait to order one. This kit made up for most of what I lost out on, except the 360 camera. I'm happy with it, just wish it were a little cheaper.

yea!!!...and i agree the price is a little bit high$$

 

[lasstss]

Good to hear that they are getting it together so not a long wait as it was for us early guys. You will be happy with new mirrors.

They were so bad with my order they credited me back $100. What can I say.

 

[HockeyCowboy]

They were so bad with my order they credited me back $100. What can I say.

Welcome to the club...me too.

 

[Benny1]

I just logged a formal complaint with FCA via chat and also email outlining the issue. If enough people do this, we may have a shot at getting a recall-type fix.

See https://fcacommunity.force.com/Chrysler/s/article/How-do-I-contact-Chrysler1

 

[Tico77]

I just logged a formal complaint with FCA via chat and also email outlining the issue. If enough people do this, we may have a shot at getting a recall-type fix.

See https://fcacommunity.force.com/Chrysler/s/article/How-do-I-contact-Chrysler1

Where and how did you logged the formal complaint? I will do the same, maybe if more of us do it, they may offer a reasonable solution.

 

[ramButz]

Where and how did you logged the formal complaint? I will do the same, maybe if more of us do it, they may offer a reasonable solution.

count me in!

 

[lasstss]

From FCA
Here is the BS line they sent me. Good luck.

Our records show that you have contacted us by prior emails regarding this matter and it has been addressed.

You have been advised the power folding mirrors were to be a standard option on the 1500. However, the Trailer Tow Group was added to the vehicle which includes the Trailer Tow Mirrors. The Trailer Tow Mirrors (which do not fold) replace the standard power folding mirrors. The window sticker would show all standard equipment even if an optional item deletes the standard.

I'm sorry we could not help you further, but appreciate the opportunity to review the situation with you.
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Except that on the window sticker, the equipment INCLUDED in the level one group comes after the statement on the tow package. If it gets negated by the tow package, it should not be shown as included in the level 1 group. This is all ducking the issue of bad representation.

 

[ramButz]

seem like you should try "Attorney General"since we have enough complainant here for him to resent us(IMHO)

 

[kjn86]

Where and how did you logged the formal complaint? I will do the same, maybe if more of us do it, they may offer a reasonable solution.

The hyperlink in my post is how to contact them. Just go to https://fcacommunity.force.com/Chrysler/s/article/How-do-I-contact-Chrysler1 and contact them in the manner of your choosing. I did a chat.

 

[Kidder]

I'm logging a complaint that ignorance isn't a reason to change how a manufacturer does things. Who is in?!
Blame your dealer.

 

[ramButz]

Sorry bout that. The software gateway bypass is packaged the 2019 version of the OBDGenie. The software gateway module is on the left side, under the dash. I removed the extreme left pop-out panel and the park brake panel so I could see better. Unplug the 2 connectors from the module and plug them into the little bypass thing. Once the OBDGenie does it's thing, plug the 2 connectors back into the module. Not difficult at all on the 2019. On the 2018, FCA was kind enough to put all this behind the 8.4 display.

wow you made it so easy.thanks for taking a weight off my shoulder.when it came to that i wasnt sure.especially when it comes to that type of electronics.my came i within 7days.all parts there.now i feel confident to use that module

 

[ramButz]

Here goes. Remove the park brake switch insert. This photo is taken through that opening. You will need to reach up from the bottom (to the left of the brake pedal) to reach the 2 connectors. Unplug the connectors and plug each one into the OBDGenie bypass. Once you're finished with OBDGenie and THE MIRRORS ARE FOLDING, unplug from the bypass and back into the moduie.

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[ramButz]

im going to the "installer"tomorrow.but when you put that "obdgen"did you turn your truck on "run"or "start" to down load the program ?

 

[ramButz]

For what it is worth...the black ones that I just put on my truck are heated, blind spot, puddle lights, retract and drivers dim. They come in all flavors. Way too complex, they should all have all the features in my opinion. Yes they are smaller and also don't stick out so far...that is what I personally like about them. Yes I tow a horse trailer also...still like them better than the tow mirrors. But some people swear by the tow mirrors...I just swear at them.

 

[RichT]

Are the tow mirrors on the Mopar site (82215276AB, $400) the same mirrors used with the tow package? And are they basically plug n' play, or programming required?

Thinking of trying them out, I do not need the power fold.

 

[ramButz]

Here you go.

Driver Mirror
Regular mirror & small convex mirror
Blind spot, dimming, puddle, defrost, turn signal and retracting

Passenger Mirror
Wide angle & small convex mirror
Blind spot, puddle, defrost, turn signal and retracting (no dimming)

Only way to go...so much better. Let me know any other questions.

thank you so much for all this info!

 

[lasstss]

Are the tow mirrors on the Mopar site (82215276AB, $400) the same mirrors used with the tow package? And are they basically plug n' play, or programming required?

Thinking of trying them out, I do not need the power fold.

There are a lot of cheap tow mirrors available here.