'11 Dodge Ram added OEM backup camera

[LwnmwnMan2]

I bought an '11 Dodge Ram 2500.

I installed the OEM backup camera and just left the dealership after having the computer reflashed. He radio switches over when the truck is put in reverse, but only shows a black screen.

Any ideas as to where I can go with this?

Don't bash the dealer, their don't say the RBZ radio will work with the camera.

[randerson]

I to have a RBZ radio and the camera does not work with it I think it will if you add a lock pick u can find them a the Bay of E store

[LwnmwnMan2]

I figured it out.

I hooked the wires into the wrong slots on the back of the radio.

You CAN hook the OEM camera into an RBZ radio.

[PierBridge]

You're figuring a lot of stuff out lately.... Congrats on the New Ride!

[LwnmwnMan2]

Thanks!!

To be honest, I've put 2000 miles on the truck in 10 days.

So far, the 4th gen Rams are LIGHTYEARS ahead of the 3rd gen, if anyone is looking for a new truck.

[LMITOUT]

Nice lookin ride. The new gen Dodges do look sharp.

[Valv]

So far, the 4th gen Rams are LIGHTYEARS ahead of the 3rd gen, if anyone is looking for a new truck.

That's what I was waiting for, your opinion from the 3rd gen.

Does it have the exhaust fluid setup ? How's mileage so far (hand calculated, not from computer).

VERY nice looking rig, BTW

[CJH]

The new Rams are great looking trucks. Night and day better than the last Gen.

[randerson]

New cummins don't need Diesel Exhaust Fluid I think they are compliant to at least 2012

[LwnmwnMan2]

New cummins don't need Diesel Exhaust Fluid I think they are compliant to at least 2012

Correct, another reason why Cummins is #1.

Valv -

The first tank I didn't check the mileage, as I basically bought the truck, went to the plow shop and had a mount / wiring installed, then used it for that last 5-7" of sloppy concrete / snow we had a couple of weeks ago.

The second tank I checked it, and I was dead on 14 mpg, with a good mix of 100+ mile trips as well as local running around.

I'm about due to fill up again, and yesterday we drove from Forest Lake to Ellsworth Wi to pick up a 8.5 x 20' enclosed trailer, empty. I was heading back in the 25-35 mph headwind and the digital graph readout (OEM) on the dash showed I was getting well below 10, doing 75 with the cruise set.

I do have a 6.7 in a 2007 3500 with a dump body, but this one seems to have a bit more pep to it, albeit it could just be attributed to the fact it's in a pickup and not the beast of the crew cab dump.

All in all, I love the truck. I've had a '94 1500, '96 1500, 2001 2500, '02 2500, '03 2500, '05 2500, (2) '06 2500, '07 3500 and now this '11.

This truck is an SLT, but short of leather, heated seats / steering wheel, it's got everything that the 3rd gen Laramies had.

[Valv]

New cummins don't need Diesel Exhaust Fluid I think they are compliant to at least 2012

You are correct, this is a little of a disappointment for me. I was left with the notion that Cummins was going to use DEF to remove the EGR and other emission control stuff and return to the good mileage era. I guess something changed.

To me the people that decided to use EGR in diesel engine should get fire on the spot. This apply to all 3 brands. I don't see no problem adding the DEF once in a while when filling up.

[LMITOUT]

My EGR valve "stopped working" long ago. Now when I come to think about it, it was about the same time the catalytic converter fell off.

[Valv]

My EGR valve "stopped working" long ago. Now when I come to think about it, it was about the same time the catalytic converter fell off.

I am well aware of the possible mods, it's the warranty that suffers with this.

[LwnmwnMan2]

Last tank =12.5 mpg.

The mechanic that's worked on my '07 said as soon as the truck hits 100k miles, pull all of the emissions out and you'll be surprised at the power and mileage. It's pretty much a whole new engine.

[randerson]

A lot of people with the new GM and Fords with DEF are having problems and are going into limp mode I know of a company that has both the GM and ford and they are having the same problems to both and are being told its DEF related

[Ryan_V]

The mechanic that's worked on my '07 said as soon as the truck hits 100k miles, pull all of the emissions out and you'll be surprised at the power and mileage. It's pretty much a whole new engine.

What do you do after warranty is out to make these "mods"? I have an 08. It does ok on milage with a cold air intake and huge exhaust, but better milage would definetly be a plus! I find with mine as long as I can stay light on my foot, it does much better, seems 60 is the "cutoff line". Out only has 23k on it, so it will take quite some time to hit the "broken in" mark!

[Scott K]

You can add programmers, intake, exhaust, turbos, and injectors to improve hp, and economy.

But because the manufacturer can, and will void warranty, and items related to, or that can be effected from the mods. After market air cleaners and exhaust, they can, and I have witnessed several denied warranty claims, on turbos, engines, transmissions, and other drive train items. I have seen them deny warranty on engine, trannies, suspension parts, because of over sized tires. If you value your warranty, and would like for the dealers, and manufacturers to honor them, then you would want to hold off on the mods on your vehicle until after the warranty expires.

[LwnmwnMan2]

You can add programmers, intake, exhaust, turbos, and injectors to improve hp, and economy.

But because the manufacturer can, and will void warranty, and items related to, or that can be effected from the mods. After market air cleaners and exhaust, they can, and I have witnessed several denied warranty claims, on turbos, engines, transmissions, and other drive train items. I have seen them deny warranty on engine, trannies, suspension parts, because of over sized tires. If you value your warranty, and would like for the dealers, and manufacturers to honor them, then you would want to hold off on the mods on your vehicle until after the warranty expires.

Or switch dealers.

We use our trucks for snowplowing. Once we put an 8 1/2 V plow on the front, with the diesel engines, the manufacturer says you're over weight, by their weight rating. Some dealers won't honor front end warranties because of plowing.

There are alot of people that will badmouth the former dealerships owned by a former auto mogul that's now in jail, but the dealership that we used to use, I could pull into the service bay with the plow still on, with a front u-joint tore out, and they would get the part that day and warranty it, so I could get back on the road.

This '11 that I just bought, I put a 100k warranty on the whole truck, bumper to bumper, but only with the understanding that the new dealer realizes that I use the truck for plowing, and towing trailers ALOT, and that there would be no issues once the standard 36k warranty runs out.

They agreed to that, which they should, since Chrysler has $2k of my money in their bank account collecting interest just in case I have a break down.

As for the mods to do, there are ALOT of forums for whatever truck you're driving. Once you've read every post on HSO, you can browse through those and get step by step instructions on what to do, if you don't "have a guy".

[Ryan_V]

I don't "have a guy" my 08 is a dodge 2500 cummins, I was just wondering what I could do to improve my milage after the warranty is off... I also got 5 yr/ 100k bumper 2 bumper. When the time comes, I'll have to do some checking!

[Valv]

Ryan, No way to get better mileage.

[Macgyver55]

Just a reminder.....Removing or altering many of parts is against federal law. Its rare to get caught, but can be expensive especially if you dont keep the original parts. I hate to be a spoil sport, but after being a certified DOT inspector for many years I feel kind of obligated to say something.

[Scott K]

It is also illegal for any shop to remove them for you!

Lawnmowerman,

I wouldnt take what the dealer salesmen tells you of what is covered, because it is not their decision! I have known many circumstances where the salesmen tells the customer what they want to hear, but their job is to sell you the contract, once it is sold, they could careless, because they just made about a $500 spiff off you. I would call the phone number on the contract and ask them, as it is their decision of what is covered, and what isnt. All they have to do is send out an inspector, in which in todays world, is more often then not, on bigger jobs. Then they will see the plow bracket, or plow on the truck, and void it.

That certain auto dealer that is in jail, got in trouble for doing just what you are saying, and was sued for it. Not saying your dealer wont turn their head to the plow on the truck, but an inspector wont, and believe it or not, the inspector will notice things like holes drilled for plow brackets, or scuff marks on the frame where one was mounted. These inspectors are usually independently contracted, and the insurance companies will hire, and pay out more to the inspectors that have a higher rate of declined jobs, since that is how they save money.

[Ryan_V]

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[Valv]

Just a reminder.....Removing or altering many of parts is against federal law. Its rare to get caught, but can be expensive especially if you dont keep the original parts. I hate to be a spoil sport, but after being a certified DOT inspector for many years I feel kind of obligated to say something.

ABSOLUTELY, and I apologize being a moderator to have post this. Sorry McGyver.

I also edited your post to remove mentioning of these parts.

[Ryan_V]

Ryan, No way to get better mileage.

Hmmmmm.......... Pm sent... I think