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2019-2024 Ram 1500 Blind Spot Monitoring - Connection & Troubleshooting Guide

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Written by David C Funk
Updated over 3 months ago

πŸ› οΈ2019-2024 Ram 1500 DT Bind Spot Monitoring BLIS Connection & Troubleshooting Guide

For 2019–2024 Ram 1500 DT Trucks
​Provided by Infotainment.com


πŸ”Œ Wiring & Power Connection

πŸšͺ Body Harness Routing

  1. Drill-Free Routing
    Route the harness through the emergency brake line grommet (driver side firewall).
    ➀ Tip: Use a sharp knife to make a small slitβ€”don’t remove the grommet.

  2. Inside the Cab
    Locate the routed harness under the dash.

  3. Lower Dash Trim Removal
    ➀ Tool-Free: Pull up and back β€” held in by clips.

  4. Power Connection
    Connect the harness to a star connector under the steering column (driver side).


πŸ”§ Programming with Genie + Bypass

🧩 Security Gateway Bypass (2018+)

πŸ€– Genie Programmer Steps

  1. Turn key to RUN (engine OFF)

  2. Wait 60 seconds before plugging in

  3. Plug in Genie β€” LED will flash blue

  4. Programming completes when LED turns green (1–3 mins)

  5. Remove Genie and let vehicle sleep for 10+ minutes

  6. Test BSM, mirror fold, and door functions


πŸšͺ Door Panel & Mirror Installation

🧰 Tools Required

  • Flashlight

  • Flathead screwdriver

  • Pry tool

  • 6mm & 10mm socket/wrench

πŸš™ Driver Side

  1. Remove 3x 10mm bolts (under trim caps)

  2. Pry up door control panel, unplug harness

  3. Pull off door panel (careful of handle cable & lock post)

  4. Replace door module with new β€œL” module (6mm bolts)
    ➀ Take a pic of original wiring for reference

  5. Remove old mirror:

    • Pry off corner trim

    • Unscrew 4x 10mm bolts

  6. Install new mirror:

    • Feed new harness

    • Secure all 4 bolts

    • Clip harness to match factory routing

  7. Reconnect harnesses, door lock, and controls

  8. Reinstall panel, 10mm bolts, and trim

  9. Install new driver controls

πŸ§‘β€πŸ€β€πŸ§‘ Passenger Side

  • Follow same process

  • Do not replace passenger door module

  • Reuse original module


πŸ“˜ Before You Test

βœ… Confirm:

  • Mirror harnesses clicked into door modules

  • Controls respond to folding/movement

  • Tail lamps with BSM sensors are installed

  • Genie programming is complete


🧠 Product Notes & Compatibility

  • Auto-dim requires factory rearview mirror

  • Manual lock/window trucks are not supported

  • 360Β° camera system is not compatible

  • Some kits ship in multiple packages


πŸ“¦ Kit Contents (varies by order)

  • Driver + passenger power folding mirrors

  • Driver + passenger door modules

  • New driver controls


πŸͺž Mirror Styles

All mirrors include:

  • Power Folding

  • Turn Signals

  • Puddle Light

  • Heated Glass

  • BSM Indicator

  • Driver Auto-Dim (if equipped)

Styles:

  • 6x9 Standard (Black / Chrome)

  • 7x11 Tow Mirrors (Black / Chrome)


πŸ’‘ Tail Lamp Options

  • Red BSM

  • Black BSM (for Sport trim)
    βœ” All feature LED Signature Lighting + BSM Sensors


πŸŽ₯ Guides & Resources


🚨 Troubleshooting Section

❌ Genie Not Programming

πŸ”„ Solutions:

  • Wait 60 seconds in RUN before plugging Genie

  • Confirm SGW bypass is installed

  • Let truck sleep 10+ mins, retry Genie


❌ Blind Spot Monitoring Not Working

πŸ“Œ Checklist:

  • Use correct LED tail lamps with BSM

  • Inspect harnesses for seating or damage

  • Make sure Green CAN connector is going to CAN IHS

  • Try a battery reset

  • Re-run Genie programming

  • Check fuses for lamps/modules

  • Verify if marker lights on tail lamps power on or have power

    • Replace tail light Harnesses as before exchanging tail lights (tail lights are brand new)


❌ Power-Folding Mirrors Unresponsive

πŸ”§ Steps:

  • Confirm driver door module is β€œL” side

  • Ensure mirror harnesses are fully seated

  • Test switch operation

  • Check related fuses

  • Swap mirrors left-right to isolate fault


❌ No Door Control Response

πŸ§ͺ Checks:

  • Control harnesses plugged in tight

  • Inspect pins for bends

  • Reconnect original door module to test

  • Ensure module is year-matched to truck


❌ BSM Light Flickers or Constant

πŸ” Checks:

  • Mirror harness grounding issues

  • Tail lamps not grounded properly

  • Genie reprogram needed

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