PAC Complete Radio Replacement Kit RPK4-CH4101 User Manual

RPK4-CH4101

Integrated Climate Control Retention for Select

2013-2019 RAM Trucks

Introduction and Features

Complete Radio Replacement with

The RPK4-CH4101 is a complete radio replacement kit with integrated climate control retention for the 2013-2019 RAM
trucks equipped with the 8” screen. All modules and cables are included to retain important features of the factory
system including: steering wheel mounted radio controls, factory reverse camera, and AM/FM reception.

A secondary 5.2” LCD screen is added for additional vehicle control including: Climate Controls user interface retention,

vehicle settings retention, factory amplier control, settings for control of the RPK4.2-CH4101 interface, forced camera

activation, ability to add additional cameras, tire pressure and vehicle gauges. Features provided by the LCD screen
will vary based on the vehicle features. See Important Notes (next section) for additional information.

Four hard buttons added to the radio dash bezel (below the 5.2” LCD screen) allow user to set presets to control

functions including: specic climate controls, forced camera activation, LCD screen controls. Options for hard

buttons will vary based on vehicle features and which cameras are installed.

Some advanced features require additional accessories, sold separately.

Important Notes

We recommend reading this manual thoroughly to familiarize yourself with the entire process

prior to beginning the installation.

1. Only compatible in vehicles equipped with the 8” screen.

2. 2019 RAM Trucks: Only compatible with Classic body style.

3. Does Not Retain:

• Cluster Display Features

• Compass

• Clock

• Phone pop-ups

• Navigation pop-ups

4. In trucks equipped with parking sensors you must use the included external speaker in order to continue hearing parking

sensor chimes. If the truck has a factory amplied system and parking sensors, the speaker is not necessary unless the
factory amplier is no longer being used.

5.  If you are adding additional cameras, or the truck has additional factory cameras beyond reverse cam, PAC part

number RPA-16P5V (sold separately) must be used to connect up to 5 total cameras.

• uConnect Features

• WiFi-Hotspot

• SOS / Assist

• Factory Amplier Features

• Speed Controlled Volume

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Components

Complete Radio Replacement with

Integrated Climate Control Retention for Select

2013-2019 RAM Trucks

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Tools needed for installation:

Phillips head screwdriver,
7mm socket, ratchet, T20 torx
screwdriver, plastic panel removal

tool (example - PAC part number

TL-PRY2), airsaw or hacksaw with

metal cutting blade (unless you are
installing a shallow mount radio;
details on page 6).

1. Climate Control Button Inserts

2. Radio Dash Bezel with 5.2” LCD Display

3. External Chime Speaker

4. RP4.2-CH4101 Interface Harness

5. RP4.2-CH4101 Aftermarket Radio

6. Radio Mounting Shroud

7. AM / FM Antenna Adapter (BAA22)

*Some kits include a USBDMA6 and instructions for how to obtain a USB Hub Replacement.

Installation

Part One: Disassembly of Factory Dash

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6

Connection Harness

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9

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8. Radio Mounting Brackets

9. OEM USB Replacement Hub*

10. Reverse Camera Retention Harness
(RPA-16P1V)

11. Single DIN Mounting Pocket

12. Radio Mounting Screws

13. RP4.2-CH4101 Radio Replacement
Interface

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If your truck has a center console, begin here. If not, skip ahead to page 4

Step 1

Remove the circled rubber inserts to

gain access to the screws securing

the dash and console in place.

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Trucks With a Center Console

Step 2

Remove the two T-20 torx screws

from the top of the dash.

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Step 3

Remove the T-20 torx screw from the

back of the small pocket on the right

side of the dash.

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Part One: Disassembly of Factory Dash (cont.)

Complete Radio Replacement with

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2013-2019 RAM Trucks

Step 4

Remove the two phillips head screws

in the tray at the bottom of the dash

panel.

Step 6

Remove the center console by pulling

straight up from the back then pulling
the console outward toward the back

of the truck.

Step 5a

2013-2015 models: Remove the

chrome trim ring around the center

console storage compartment.

Step 7

Remove the dash panel by gripping

rmly and pulling straight out on the

top portion of the panel.

Step 5b

2016-2019 models: Remove the

rubber insert in the bottom of the

center console storage compartment.

Remove the 7mm screw from the

bottom of the storage compartment.

Step 8

Disconnect the harnesses from the

back of the dash panel. Once all

harnesses have been disconnected,

remove the dash panel from the

truck.

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Part One: Disassembly of Factory Dash (cont.)

Trucks Without a Center Console

Complete Radio Replacement with

Integrated Climate Control Retention for Select

2013-2019 RAM Trucks

Step 1

Remove the circled rubber insert to

gain access to the screws securing

the dash in place.

Step 4

Remove the dash panel by gripping

rmly and pulling straight out on the

top portion of the panel.

Step 2

Remove the two T-20 torx screws

from the top of the dash.

Step 5

Disconnect the harnesses from the

back of the dash panel. Once all

harnesses have been disconnected,

you can remove the dash panel from

the truck.

Step 3

Remove the T-20 torx screw from the

back of the small pocket on the right

side of the dash (not always present).

This is the end of
part one. Please
continue to the next
page to begin part
two.

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Part Two: Radio removal / Dash preparation

Complete Radio Replacement with

Integrated Climate Control Retention for Select

2013-2019 RAM Trucks

Removing the Radio

Step 1

Remove the four 7mm screws

securing the radio in place.

(If present, not necessary if installing a shallow mount radio)

Step 2

Disconnect the 52-pin dock and lock

connector and all of the antennas

from the radio (the number of

antenna connections will vary based

on the vehicle’s available features).

Relocating the Factory Security Module

Step 3

Remove the radio from the dash

(dash appearance may vary

according to model year).

Step 1

If your truck is equipped with the

factory security module shown here,

it is necessary to relocate the module

to allow for the removal of the lower

portion of the metal support bracket.

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Step 2

Remove the three 7 mm screws

circled here and set aside.

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Step 3

Relocate the security module to

just below the plastic support beam

shown here.

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Part Two: Radio removal / Dash preparation (cont.)

Cutting the Sub-Dash

(Not necessary if installing a shallow mount radio)

Complete Radio Replacement with

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2013-2019 RAM Trucks

Step 1

Cut here in 2013-2017 model years.

Step 2

Cut here in 2018-2019 model years.

It is necessary to cut more metal out

of these models.

This is the end of
part two. Please
continue to the next
page to begin part
three.

Step 3

After cutting, the sub dash should

look similar to this.

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