Exhaust Brake Switch MIA, can I program one in? - Dodge Diesel

dodgediesel4x4 · 03-12-2011, 06:45 PM

First off, my truck is a C&C, so I know thats a whole nother ball game. My truck doesn't have an exhaust brake switch inside the cab. I was told by a buddy that that my turbo actually is my exhaust brake and that there might be a programmer available to replace the switch inside the cab (or work with an aftermarket switch inside the cab).

I know that this truck being a cab and chasis is different than most out there (since mine's missing an egr cooler), but I'm wondering if anyone else out there has a similar truck who has used some type of programmer to enable the exhaust brake function.

I do tow quite frequently and would love to be able to "use" an exhaust brake system that might "exist" on the truck right now. Any info would be great.

Thanks,

Hunter

grush · 03-13-2011, 09:20 AM

I have the same issue with my new to me 2007 c&c 3500, no exhaust brake switch. I called my dodge dealer and it's 200.00 to install the switch and software. Will be doing this in the next couple weeks.

dodgediesel4x4 · 03-13-2011, 04:35 PM

Thanks, Im gonna call mine and see what they say.

quadman20 · 03-13-2011, 04:48 PM

I'd make a bet that the programming is already there. Its the same for an 06-07.5 when brake became available. The 200 bones is for the switch and labor to install it only. Plug is probably there just waiting for the switch and then you'll be able to activate the EB.

redruM Hauler · 03-15-2011, 01:19 PM

fwiw starscan can turn the eb on/off, so it may need to be flashed in addition to the switch

dodgediesel4x4 · 03-15-2011, 08:47 PM

I called my dealer today and they had no clue to what I was talking about. They said they would look into it and call me back...never heard back from them.

2 questions:

What is the fwiw starscan? A programmer? Something a good diesel shop will have?

If my dealer does somehow realize what I'm talking about, and can do it for me (if they have to program/ flash the truck), what are the chances of them finding out I did some type of delete on the truck. I know it depends on the dealer, I guess I'm just worried about them hearing that my truck sounds different than stock and them snooping around under the truck...

Thanks again.

Purplezr2 · 03-15-2011, 10:13 PM

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Originally Posted by dodgediesel4x4

I called my dealer today and they had no clue to what I was talking about. They said they would look into it and call me back...never heard back from them.

2 questions:

What is the fwiw starscan? A programmer? Something a good diesel shop will have?

Thanks again.

FWIW(For what its Worth)

Starscan is I believe a dealer only scan tool.

dodgediesel4x4 · 03-16-2011, 09:09 PM

Well yall can see how up to date I am on my web lingo, haha

cbrahs · 03-17-2011, 09:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Purplezr2

FWIW(For what its Worth)

Starscan is I believe a dealer only scan tool.

well if ya got $25k in your back pocket, chrysler will sell ya a license and a starscan.

dodgediesel4x4 · 03-18-2011, 05:47 PM

Grush,

You wouldnt happen to remember exactly what your dealer said, or have a service order, procedure, or anything of that nature would you. I spent 2 hrs at my dealer today trying to figure this out with them, and still have no clue. They've tried calling Chrysler, but are still waiting to hear back from them. I told them I would try and figure out something from this forum and get back with them. They are idiots.

Any info would be great...

torquefan · 03-18-2011, 06:03 PM

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Originally Posted by dodgediesel4x4

Grush,

You wouldnt happen to remember exactly what your dealer said, or have a service order, procedure, or anything of that nature would you. I spent 2 hrs at my dealer today trying to figure this out with them, and still have no clue. They've tried calling Chrysler, but are still waiting to hear back from them. I told them I would try and figure out something from this forum and get back with them. They are idiots.

Any info would be great...

Did they have a technician who is familiar at all with the diesels?

dodgediesel4x4 · 03-18-2011, 11:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by torquefan

Did they have a technician who is familiar at all with the diesels?

Yes, one was sitting with us at the counter. He was worried about there not being a wiring harness in place behind the dash and was suggesting to look up wiring diagrams. I couldn't take their "lack of knowledge" (crap) anymore after 2 hrs and told them to call me when they actually figured some thing out.

Tobin · 03-20-2011, 11:16 AM

Couldn't you just look to see if you have a VGT first?

Tobin

grush · 03-20-2011, 01:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dodgediesel4x4

Grush,

You wouldnt happen to remember exactly what your dealer said, or have a service order, procedure, or anything of that nature would you. I spent 2 hrs at my dealer today trying to figure this out with them, and still have no clue. They've tried calling Chrysler, but are still waiting to hear back from them. I told them I would try and figure out something from this forum and get back with them. They are idiots.

Any info would be great...

Sorry for the delay,

The dealer I called is in (Salem, Oregon, on Commercial st.) I'm in Tucson for a class or I'd look it up for you in the phone book. Didn't seem to be a problem for these guys, they do have C&C trucks for sale on there lot, so I guess they work on them in their service department.

grush · 03-20-2011, 01:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by grush

Sorry for the delay,

The dealer I called is in (Salem, Oregon, on Commercial st.) I'm in Tucson for a class or I'd look it up for you in the phone book. Didn't seem to be a problem for these guys, they do have C&C trucks for sale on there lot, so I guess they work on them in their service department.

Just looked up the ph # on the computer (Withnell Dodge 877-303-1959) give them a call maybe they can help.

03-13-2011, 09:20 AM	#2
grush Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Oregon Posts: 13 My Photo Gallery My Classified Ads	I have the same issue with my new to me 2007 c&c 3500, no exhaust brake switch. I called my dodge dealer and it's 200.00 to install the switch and software. Will be doing this in the next couple weeks. __________________ 2007 3500 Cab & Chassis 4x4 quad cab, aisin automatic, custom flatbed. 1951 M37 dodge powerwagon 1951 CJ3A jeep, my first car, owned now thirty years.

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quadman20 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Mesa AZ Posts: 751 My Photo Gallery My Classified Ads	I'd make a bet that the programming is already there. Its the same for an 06-07.5 when brake became available. The 200 bones is for the switch and labor to install it only. Plug is probably there just waiting for the switch and then you'll be able to activate the EB. __________________ 06 Mega cab 4x4,Smarty Jr Well with each SW change no one knows Current Sw3 Tm2 TQ4, Towing all bets off,ATS built 48RE #2 VB#6, Kore lvl kit, True Flow filter in modified intake,muffle delete,westtach dual gauge,Firestone Ride Right air suspension,Pacbrake PRXB, Nitto Dura's(well CrossTeks now). DTR MegaCab Club Member #308

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redruM Hauler Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Dallas, Tx Posts: 287 My Photo Gallery My Classified Ads	fwiw starscan can turn the eb on/off, so it may need to be flashed in addition to the switch __________________ 2007.5, QC, 3500, 6.7, 2wd, G56, 19.5 Ricksons, 225/70/19.5s, SDD3250, No EGR, No DPF, Smarty JR-ME (100hp, tq 4, tm 2) 1998 Jeep custom built everything sittin on 44" swampers and 1 ton ford axles (redruM)

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Tobin Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Orlando, Fl Posts: 258 My Photo Gallery My Classified Ads	Couldn't you just look to see if you have a VGT first? Tobin __________________ '06 2500 Quad Cab Longbed 4x4 SLT Gray, 5.9 of course and auto trans, P3 Prodigy, Smarty, DiPricol boost, pyro and trans gauges, KORE level kit, Thuren track bar and steering stabilizer, Toyo 35x12.50 MT's on stock rims, Georend tranny parts

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03-13-2011, 04:35 PM	#3
dodgediesel4x4 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Fredericksburg, TX Posts: 850 My Photo Gallery My Classified Ads	Thanks, Im gonna call mine and see what they say.

03-15-2011, 08:47 PM	#6
dodgediesel4x4 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Fredericksburg, TX Posts: 850 My Photo Gallery My Classified Ads	I called my dealer today and they had no clue to what I was talking about. They said they would look into it and call me back...never heard back from them. 2 questions: What is the fwiw starscan? A programmer? Something a good diesel shop will have? If my dealer does somehow realize what I'm talking about, and can do it for me (if they have to program/ flash the truck), what are the chances of them finding out I did some type of delete on the truck. I know it depends on the dealer, I guess I'm just worried about them hearing that my truck sounds different than stock and them snooping around under the truck... Thanks again.

03-16-2011, 09:09 PM	#8
dodgediesel4x4 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Fredericksburg, TX Posts: 850 My Photo Gallery My Classified Ads	Well yall can see how up to date I am on my web lingo, haha

03-18-2011, 05:47 PM	#10
dodgediesel4x4 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Fredericksburg, TX Posts: 850 My Photo Gallery My Classified Ads	Grush, You wouldnt happen to remember exactly what your dealer said, or have a service order, procedure, or anything of that nature would you. I spent 2 hrs at my dealer today trying to figure this out with them, and still have no clue. They've tried calling Chrysler, but are still waiting to hear back from them. I told them I would try and figure out something from this forum and get back with them. They are idiots. Any info would be great...