Start-X Remote Starter Kit for RAM 1500 2013-2017
- Manufacturer Part Number: BA-CH8_RAM
- Item Weight: 0.64 pounds
- Package Dimensions: 8.2 × 4.2 × 2.4 inches
- Asin: B087W7L7DM
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A genuinely plug and play T-harness kit for older key-ignition Ram trucks, as long as you're prepared for a one-time USB firmware flash before the fob trigger works.
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ASIN: B087W7L7DMModel: BA-CH8_RAMCategory: Car Remote Starters
Overview
Start-X's T-harness kit adds remote start to 2013-2017 Dodge Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 trucks with a factory key ignition, triggered by pressing lock three times on the stock OEM fob. It's a DIY plug and play harness, not a professional install, and needs a one-time USB flash from a Windows PC or Mac before it works.
This is a key-blade-only kit: push-to-start Ram trucks and manual transmissions are excluded, and Start-X sells a separate kit for lock-unlock-lock triggering instead. The install itself is a T-harness swap most owners finish in 20 to 30 minutes, but the module has to be flashed with vehicle firmware over USB first, which is the step that trips people up.
- Fits Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 across model years 2013-2017
- Start range matches the factory fob's own lock/unlock range
- Module ships pre-flashed for the vehicle before final activation
- Range extender kits sold separately in 1-way and 2-way versions
Who it's for
Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 owners from 2013 to 2017 with a physical key and automatic transmission who want factory-fob-triggered remote start without paying for a shop install. Not for push-to-start trucks, manual transmissions, or anyone without access to a Windows PC or Mac for the firmware flash.
Pros and cons
- T-harness install with no wire splicing
- Triggers from the existing OEM key fob
- Optional range extender kit for longer distance
- Support replaced a bad module quickly for one buyer
- Needs a Windows PC or Mac to flash firmware first
- Key ignition trucks only, no push-to-start support
- A couple of buyers found the written instructions vague
Specifications
| Brand | Start-X |
|---|---|
| Model | BA-CH8_RAM |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 0.64 pounds |
| Package Dimensions | 8.2 × 4.2 × 2.4 inches |
| Other details | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | BA-CH8_RAM |
| Asin | B087W7L7DM |
| Customer Reviews | {'ratings_count': '1,530', 'stars': '4.5'} |
| Manufacturer | Start-X |
| Date First Available | April 29, 2020 |
Frequently asked questions
Does the Start-X BA-CH8_RAM kit work on a push-to-start Ram?
No, this kit is built for key ignition Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 trucks only; push-to-start models are not supported.
Do I need a computer to install the Start-X remote starter?
Yes, a Windows PC or Mac is required to run the software that flashes the module before it works in the truck.
Is a remote included with the Start-X Ram kit?
No, it uses your existing OEM key fob for triggering; a separate range extender kit with its own remotes is sold apart if you want more distance.