RAM 1500 | 2500 | 3500 | 4500 | 5500 2013-2017 - Fits Pioneer 8" Radios — 108-CH2B
Key features
- For RAM 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 2013-2017; designed for the Pioneer DMH-C5500NEX 8-inch radio
- Touchscreen interface handles climate, audio, and personalization functions; climate and steering-wheel interface and antenna adapter are included
- Retains factory backup camera, AUX-IN, safety chimes, and steering-wheel audio controls
- For amplified or non-amplified systems; balance and fade retention is limited to non-amplified models
- Clock and compass in the driver information center no longer function; Active-Level Four Corner Air-Suspension adjustment is not supported
- Does not retain the fifth-wheel camera, trailer brake adjustments, or key-fob controller settings
RAM 1500 | 2500 | 3500 | 4500 | 5500 2013-2017 - Fits Pioneer 8" Radios — 108-CH2B is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Description
Description
Product Overview
Keep key factory features while adding a Pioneer 8-inch radio to a compatible 2013–2017 RAM truck with the 108-CH2B installation interface kit. It is designed specifically for the Pioneer DMH-C5500NEX and includes a touchscreen interface for climate, audio, and personalization features.
Key Features & Benefits
- Factory controls: Retains steering-wheel audio controls, safety chimes, and retained accessory power.
- Camera and AUX-IN: Keeps the factory backup camera and factory AUX-IN jack.
- Vehicle connections: Provides accessory power rated at 12 volts and 10 amps, plus navigation outputs for parking brake, reverse, and speed sense.
- Flexible audio integration: Works with amplified and non-amplified models; balance and fade are retained on non-amplified models only.
- Included antenna adapter: The kit includes an adapter for the radio antenna connection.
- Updateable interface: The interface can be updated through its Micro-B USB connection.
Technical Specifications
| Product model | 108-CH2B |
|---|---|
| Vehicle fitment | RAM 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500; 2013–2017 |
| Designed radio | Pioneer DMH-C5500NEX 8-inch radio |
| Display features | Touchscreen display for climate, audio interfacing, and personalization features |
| Finish | Painted black |
| Included interface | Climate and steering-wheel functions |
| Accessory power | 12-volt, 10-amp |
| Retained features | R.A.P. (retained accessory power); steering-wheel audio controls; safety chimes; factory backup camera; factory AUX-IN jack |
| Navigation outputs | Parking brake, reverse, speed sense |
| Amplifier compatibility | Can be used in amplified or non-amplified models |
| Balance and fade | Retained on non-amplified models only |
| Update connection | Micro-B USB |
| Interface | Axxess interface built into touchscreen |
| Antenna adapter | Included with kit |
| U.S. patents | D994,564; D879,092; D11,518,319 |
| Functions not retained | Clock and compass in the driver’s information center; Active-Level™ Four Corner Air-Suspension adjustment; 5th wheel camera; trailer brake adjustments; key fob controller settings |
Why Choose This Product?
The 108-CH2B combines radio integration with climate and steering-wheel functions on the touchscreen, while retaining several factory features listed above. Its specified compatibility with the Pioneer DMH-C5500NEX gives you a clear radio match to check when planning your installation.
Installation & Compatibility Notes
This kit is listed for 2013–2017 RAM 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 models and is designed specifically for the Pioneer DMH-C5500NEX 8-inch radio. Confirm your vehicle and radio match these details before purchase.
Note the functions this kit does not retain: the driver information center clock and compass, Active-Level™ Four Corner Air-Suspension adjustment, 5th wheel camera, trailer brake adjustments, and key fob controller settings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Pioneer radio is this kit designed for?
It is designed specifically for the Pioneer DMH-C5500NEX 8-inch radio.
Which RAM models and years are listed for fitment?
The listed application is RAM 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 models from 2013 through 2017.
Does the kit retain the factory backup camera and AUX-IN jack?
Yes. It retains the factory backup camera and factory AUX-IN jack.
Does it retain balance and fade?
Balance and fade are retained on non-amplified models only.
What vehicle functions are not retained?
The clock and compass in the driver’s information center, Active-Level™ Four Corner Air-Suspension adjustment, 5th wheel camera, trailer brake adjustments, and key fob controller settings are not retained.
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