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How to Change Starter Button to Red SRT style - 2014 only

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#1 ·
Similar instructions have been posted on the Dodge Forum but not here. So if this helps you out, great.

First here is the part number for the red SRT style starter button: 1UL96XR4AA

Tools you will need:

1/4 inch drive socket wrench and small extension, 7mm socket (for removing bolts around NAV unit)

3/8 inch drive socket wrench or box wrench, 13mm (for disconnecting negative battery terminal lead under passenger seat)

Trim sticks (can get a set from AutoZone) $15.00
OEM/Trim and molding removal set (25314) | Molding and Trim Remover Tool | AutoZone.com

First step is to remove the trim bezel from around your radio using trim sticks. Gently pry at the top and work your away across. You will hear it pop. Gently and evenly pull it towards you and work your way towards the bottom.

Now that you have the trim removed you can simply unplug the electrical connector from the bezel and put aside if you wish. Next you need to remove the four 7mm bolts holding the NAV screen in place. After doing so, simply pull the unit straight out and gently hang it out of the dash. No need to completely disconnect it, unless you really want to.

Next reach inside the dash and unplug the wire, pictured below. You have to do this before you remove it. The picture below is for reference. The starter must be plugged back in after it is installed because it will not go through the opening in the dash. The connector only goes on one way. Simply squeeze the connector on the tab towards the back and pull down to disconnect.
The assembly can be a little difficult to get out. What I had to do was reach in with my right hand and grab the back of the starter assembly, after the cable was unplugged, lift up on the back of the assembly, squeeze the bottom most release tab, and hold it with my middle finger whiles pushing downward and outward at the same time to remove the assembly. There are two more tabs on the top of the assembly that you can not get to when it is in the dash. That it is why I suggest you remove as I describe. I had some difficulty getting it out because I could not get the top to release but it eventually popped out after doing what I just described.

Next remove the plastic trim piece from the old starter after you remove it from the dash, there are little clips holding it on, simply gently pry up with your fingers to remove, and place around the new red one. The fat part of the trim piece will go towards the passenger side when re-inserted into the dash.

Now that you have the new starter back in the dash, reach in and plug the wire back in. It only goes in one way. The picture is just showing you the connector. Do not plug it back in until it is back in the dash.

Put back your NAV screen and the 4 bolts.

Plug your trim bezel back in (if you disconnected it) and put it back on the reverse order you removed it. Start the tabs from the bottom and gently pop them back in being sure the clips are lined up with the holes. Do not force anything, it goes back on fairly easily. So if you are forcing it, something is not lined up.

Don't forget to re-attach your negative battery terminal.

That's it, now you are done.
 
#33 ·
This is a Great Mod for 14/15
STEVE
 
#34 ·
So this will work on a 2015 R/T? And 1UL96XR4AA is the correct part # for a 2015?
 
#38 ·
Ordered mine last Friday from Tasca! Now I just need a truck to put it in...
 
#55 ·
Different start button, so not without at least using a different part.

'14+ don't have the removable cap and the hole to stick the end of the (damn) FOBIK into.
 
#41 ·
I can only speak for myself and I know the only reason that I'm doing it is because I ordered ours with the radar red interior so it should look right at home and be one more accent piece. Had we gotten the standard black interior I don't think I would do it
 
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It only gets worse
 
#53 ·
alright i got the red switch installed and it does look fantastic. I would caution others though that this isnt all that simple and there is a chance you could damage the center console trim and/or ignition switch trim. This isnt a fun job, my center console trim was VERY difficult to remove, the orange plastic clips were very stiff and it took significant force to remove it. Enough that I was worried the whole plastic trim section could of broken.

The ignition switch itself is also not easy to grasp. I depressed the bottom tab since thats all you can get your hand on, then kinda jiggled up and at an angle outward to remove. It either wont budge, or will come right out so dont force it.

Youve been warned
 
#56 ·
Red button installed. Had a clip break off the center trim at the bottom when pulling off and part of the plastic ignition ring broke off pulled the old button out. The red button went in with ease and no issues other than the two plastic pieces. The trim clipped back in without the piece and red button installed. Be careful as stated with the clips and pushing the old black button out.


 
#57 ·
Red button installed. Had a clip break off the center trim at the bottom when pulling off and part of the plastic ignition ring broke off pulled the old button out. The red button went in with ease and no issues other than the two plastic pieces. The trim clipped back in without the piece and red button installed. Be careful as stated with the clips and pushing the old black button out.


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This mod should be on everyone's to do list. Perfect install directions, everything went smoothly and it only took ten minutes. Thanks again
 

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#65 ·
I just installed 1UL96XR4AB in my 16 R/T. I ordered 1UL96XR4AC, Quick Parts (eBay) sent me 1UL96XR4AB, but it works and looks great. Very pleased and the wife liked it too.
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#67 ·
wow you are quick, took me about an hour and i nearly broke the center stack trim, it was clipped on impossibly tight. also was a pia to remove old push switch.

you know what might be a better solution would just be a red die cut sticker. i wonder how that would look over the black button.
 
#68 ·
Just ordered mine today. My Citadel is on order and still a month+ away. I'm honestly not looking forward to yanking out such a big piece of trim on a brand new car but I really want this button. I've bought a nice set of trim removal tools too to make sure I don't gouge anything up. Hope it goes as smooth for me as it did for DoxiDad2016.
 
#69 ·
Just use the widest tool you can for even pressure and start at lets say the left top and once you can get your fingers in there, work the tool over to the right top and then the two top clips should pop and you can slowly pull by hand for the others. Then use a socket or a drill with a socket bit (faster) and remove the 4 screws for the Nav and it slides out, just rest it on a towel or something soft and then reach in and unplug the wire on the push button and push the top and bottom clips and it should pop right out. I am a small guy so that probably helped as getting my hands in there was a bitch. After its out, its all smooth sailing from there.
 
#71 · (Edited)
Has anyone broken the little orange plastic trim clips that hold the center bezel trim in place ?

I just did this mod on my new JGC which looks to use identical center stack orange trim clips. A few broke off, now Im searching to find replacement clips.

I did find white clips, but they look slightly different. P/N 06510407AB. I wonder if anyone has found replacement orange clips. You might need them if you do this mod.

Edit, in case anyone was wondering this, the above mentioned clip fits great on my 2016 JCG overland. Im guessing its same on the DD RT.

https://www.jeeppartsoverstock.com/p/Jeep__/CLIP-X8S--X8S--AL6/42259830/06510407AB.html