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HOMESERVICE MANUALSDODGE AND RAM20241500 TRXREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 198 (ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULES (SERVICE INFORMATION) - 1500 (1 OF 2))MODULE, DISPLAY SCREEN (DSM)REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION12 INCH DISPLAY

2024 Dodge and Ram 1500 TRX

12 Inch Display

2024 Dodge and Ram 1500 TRXSECTION 12 Inch Display

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2023 RAM 1500. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

REMOVAL

Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable(s). Refer to BATTERY DISCONNECT AND CONNECT - SINGLE 12V BATTERY SYSTEM, 3.0L & 5.7L EZH or BATTERY DISCONNECT AND CONNECT - ETORQUE SYSTEM, 3.6L & 5.7L EZL or BATTERY DISCONNECT AND CONNECT - SINGLE 12V BATTERY SYSTEM, 6.2L .
Remove the instrument panel center bezel. Refer to BEZEL, INSTRUMENT PANEL, CENTER, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .

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Remove the fasteners (1, 2) and remove the Display Screen Module (DSM) from the vehicle.
NOTE:
If the DSM is replaced, the switch pod must be removed.

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Remove the fasteners (1), release the two lower tabs and roll out the switch pod from the front of the DSM.

INSTALLATION

If radio was replaced, install the switch pod and the fasteners and tighten securely.
Position the DSM to the center bezel, then install and tighten the fasteners securely.
Install the instrument panel center bezel. Refer to BEZEL, INSTRUMENT PANEL, CENTER, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
Connect the negative battery cable(s). Refer to BATTERY DISCONNECT AND CONNECT - SINGLE 12V BATTERY SYSTEM, 3.0L & 5.7L EZH or BATTERY DISCONNECT AND CONNECT - ETORQUE SYSTEM, 3.6L & 5.7L EZL or BATTERY DISCONNECT AND CONNECT - SINGLE 12V BATTERY SYSTEM, 6.2L .

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.