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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Module, Electronic Shift (ESM): Installation
2024 Dodge and Ram 1500 TRXSECTION Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2023 RAM 1500 Classic. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the electronic shifter into the center stack bezel.
- Install and tighten four screws (1) for the shifter.
- Connect all electrical connectors to the back of the center stack.
- Install the center stack bezel onto the instrument panel.
- Install and tighten one screw above power outlet.
- Install the pocket insert above power outlet.
- Install and tighten two screws (1) above the radio.
- Install the pocket insert above the radio (1).
- If equipped, install the center console bezel
Refer to BEZEL, CENTER CONSOLE, INSTALLATION .
- Connect the negative battery cable.
- Verify operation of the shifter.
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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.