Be sure to read the description for extra info on where to get the parts needed to do this mod. Big thanks to WAMS (White Automotive & Media Services) and the Harness Dr. for helping me get this installed! www.whiteautoandmedia.com/ harnessdr.com/
I have a question. is it possible to swap the hvac controls for the digital hvac controls. It’s GM part # 84692242. I searched the forums and I’ve seen people do it in their 14-18. Wondering if it’s possible. Looks like it just pops in.
did you ever figure out the heated wheel? or just didn't worry about it? Also does this work on the 4 cylinder? I was curious if it actually reads the Turbo Boost pressure. I was hoping you would pop the throttle to see if it would.
I have a 2022 trail boss refreshed it said on there site that it won't work with the refresh is that because of the single wire harness if you know that would be a big help before I buy?
Thanks to you I was able to replace both my steering wheel and cluster just by watch this video, thanks for making it and showing how easy it is to do!
THANK YOU !!! This video was the most informative and detailed I've come across. I did my wheel swap a few weeks ago before getting a new cluster (the cheaper of the two versions). You explained and detailed every step including close ups("not for the faint of heart"). I have hi-lighted your video in my post on a Trail Boss forum. I thank you for the time and effort put in for the DIYers so we know how to to do the swap and do it correctly. Everything works, except for the heated button !
Big ups to you and you detailed instructions, sir! You truly are an awesome individual. I just bought a 2023 Silverado Custom and that cluster and steering wheel will not do. I am going to use your video to make these upgrades soon. If I run into issues, which I hope I don't, I'll be in touch. Thanks again and I'll let you know how it goes👍🏾
Thanks for watching. Sorry to be the bearer of bad news. This upgrade is not so easy on the 2022.5+ refresh models. Before you buy anything do a little more research. The wiring is different and doesn’t allow for plug n play like this. Good luck.
@fondupot I looked more into it. I'm new to the truck scene and didn't quite understand what "refresh" meant. Oh, well...maybe there's another option somewhere. Thanks again for the info
Using the parts listed, I followed all of the steps to upgrade my 2021 Silverado Custom. No issues except the heated steering wheel function didn’t work. Has anyone run into this? ETA: Thanks for the very descriptive video! Made the process so easy.
Thank you for this video!!!! I wanted to do this for quit sometime and I was always too afraid because it seemed too hard, but with your video you make it look so easy! Thank you
Beat dam video on RUclips!!! I do all my work on anything off of RUclips, lol and this video was as good as him siting right next to you explaining it!!! Great video brother
Just got done doing this install and it took me 30 minutes just because I watched your video. Thanks! Any chance you figured out the heating steering wheel part?
Glad to hear. I haven’t been able to figure out a way to use the button to pose the heated wheel. Unfortunately it runs thru the BCM somehow. There is a way to bypass it but involves cutting and splicing some wires on the clock spring and inside the steering wheel. And an aftermarket controller and switch would need to be used. I am not brave enough for that yet.
I just did the same exact thing to my truck. Only delay was waiting for the cluster to arrive because it was backordered. Took almost two months to get it. Otherwise A++
Awesome job! Quick questions, do you need the cluster to get radio controls? Could you achieve radio controls with only a new steering wheel and wiring harness?
Thanks. Unfortunately there is not a method to activate the heated wheel just yet. WAMS has released a procedure for the 2022.5+ (refresh) models but not the previous years years yet. I have been in contact with WAMS and HarnessDr about it. Trust me if there was a way, I’d have it done already. 👍🏻
Let's say I just do the steering wheel with Dr. Harness Mod.first ...will it work for the radio functions? The cluster is a little expensive, but it's worth it later.
Wow amazing video thank you for taking the time. I just got a 2023 2500 custom same dash and steering wheel. Do you think these parts would work for my 2023? People keep saying refresh truck and no idea what that mean.Thanks
2500’s are a little different. But the refresh trucks are like 2022.5 and newer. They have a different dash and different wiring. Does your dash cluster look like mine before I upgraded?
Hello yes my dash looks exactly like your dash. It's a 2023 Silverado 2500hd custom. Same steering wheel exactly as well. Hoping wiring will work like yours
You might be in luck. I would send a message to the guys at WAMS and verify tho. And then if they say it works, you order the little wire from harness dr. All the links are in the video description. Good luck
Thank you so much one last question. It looks like your original steering wheel did not have volume control for any ability to pick up or hang up phone calls. Just like mine. Did you have to add another harness for it to sync with the radio head unit? Or is that wire already sitting there waiting. I did notice that other harness that you bought was a 1-wire which I thought only control the dashboard but how do you get the new steering wheel to control the radio volume in Bluetooth Thanks!
@@nathaniel6246 The single wire I added in the video basically allows the new steering wheel to control the radio. I didn't add anything else. My entire install is shown in the video. I don't use bluetooth on my phone so I cant weigh in on that. But all my buttons on my wheel work like they would from the factory.
Love the video. definitely going to do this upgrade. could you please direct me to where to obtain the steering wheel you got? thanks in advance. You did an awesome job on the install video.
@fondupot Thanks for getting back to me. One last question. My truck is a 2019 custom. Do I have to have the same year upgrade or can get the 2020, or 21 high country cluster and steering wheel?
Looks like a fun job! I know that you have a Canyon but I was wondering if you ever have any plans for an over landing roof rack or a bed rack? Just curious because I look forward to your videos. Thanks Fondupot!
I have a 2021 Silverado Custom that I bought slightly used. It has the nicer DIC with the steering wheel controls already (I assume the previous owner ordered it this way). The rest of my cluster is analog just like your original. I wonder if I could just upgrade the cluster to a High Country without doing the other things that you had to do.
Yes, you can swap your cluster out for a high country one. Contact WAMS to get it. Link in description They will have to program the new cluster to work with your truck.
Not me looking at this video while placing an order to get myself a cluster and a steering wheel up grade for my upcoming 2024 2500 custom trim 😅 great video 😊
Can you add just the steering wheel and get volume control to the radio? Or do you have to get the cluster for that. Because I really just want volume control on my steering wheel.
I’ve gotten this question a few times. So I asked my contact at WAMS and Harness Dr. The answer is we don’t know. There’s another guy who I was messaging with on Facebook who is going to try and we will see what happens.
Hey @fondupot , any update on just the steering wheel being replaced? I just swapped out the steering wheel on my 2021 Silverado Custom and left the original cluster. Controls to the radio not working. Wondering if the cluster needs to be upgraded as well.
You probably need to add the wire. Someone was supposed to do a steering wheel and wire add and let me know if it works to control the radio. Haven’t heard back.
The wheel was around $200. The rest of the items were sent for free as promotional items. You can check the links in the description for their current price at Harness Dr. and WAMS.
What stocked radio do you have? I noticed in description is says “In order to Utilize the Music, Navigation (if Equipped) and Phone menus you will need to have an IOS or IOT radio; the IOR does not have the capability to drive those menus.” Mine looks like yours. 7” basic. Is that where the Harness Dr harness comes in play? Harness lets the IOR radio talk to steering wheel?
I have the IOR radio. But my new high country DIC screen doesn’t have the “music, navigation and phone” sub menus. Because the IOR doesn’t support those menus. But the harness doctor enables the steering wheel controls to work.
You have possibly made my year. Just recently picked up a '24 3500HD pickup and love it, except for the awful steering wheel. I really miss the leather wrapped steering wheel in my old 2500HD. I'm not looking to add any steering wheel controls or the cluster and ONLY want to keep what controls I have now with a leather wrapped steering wheel. Could I simply swap in the steering wheel in your video and just not have functionality of the right side controls on the steering wheel? Would this work. Thanks so much and love the awesome video.
Thanks for watching! Currently the Canyon is in the body shop. My wife had a little fender bender wit the garage pillar. But I do have some Bilstein 5100's laying around that I have been wanting to install on the truck, it's just been hectic lately with work, and moving, and life in general. Finally starting to get back into making videos. So maybe I can get that one done soon. The Canyon is staying around for a while, so it will get some love here and there!
I did a similar install on my 2017 Colorado before it was totaled by a tornado 2 years ago. That’s was my black truck that was on the channel back then.
Appreciate the video. I have been looking at doing this to my 2021 Chevrolet Trail Boss Custom but was wondering if the warranty would be voided for any reason. Not sure if you know but checking before I go to far down the rabbit hole.
Did the steering wheel update on my 22 2500hd custom. Everything works except heat option. I have also reasearched extensively and have not found any aftermarket harness/clockspring options. Just wondering if the heated steering wheel circuit is just a straight 12v? If so, why couldn't you just find a switched circuit to tie into and run it up to steering wheel and splice into your heat switch? It seems that the switch isn't getting power...adding a dedicated 12v source should work...correct?
WAMS is telling me they may have a fix available later this year. So maybe just hold out a while. It’s more complicated than just hooking up power cuz it runs thru the BCM.
Im gonna buy the CLUSTER from WAMS for ny CHEVY 2022 CUSTOM, 2500 HD. Heres is my Question: did they programed for you with the VIN # for the same price or do you have to pay extra for "PROGRAMING" the new CLUSTER?
I think the basic package includes programming to your vin. The extra options are what they charge for. Send them an email and ask tho. I can’t remember exactly.
So the biggest upgrade I want is volume control and phone control from the steering wheel. If I follow these instructions without upgrading the dash cluster, will I still get those features?
Great video. I have a 2024 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD custom. My steering wheel does not have the voice control or volume control on the right hand side and I would like to change that and the cluster. Which parts do you recommend for both? I tried to look at the steering wheel, GM part number that you provided and it seems that it’s just a steering wheel without any controls on it. Thanks for the information in advance.
I am going to order a new cluster from WAMS that was just launched yesterday but they are saying that you would have to take it to a GM dealership to program it. I have called 4 dealerships and they will not do it as they say it will void warranty. Who else can do it?@@fondupot
Your video was very helpful with the install thank you so much only problem is when i first start the truck up the dash reads check front camera thers is no front camera that i know of
Very nice. I did the same thing to my F150 when I had it. Even got the heated steering wheel to work. I had to buy a module and a harness as well as a new clock spring.
Great video. I have a 22 Custom Trail Boss. Cluster is same as shown in video. Steering wheel has adaptive cruise button which differs from yours. What replacement steering wheel would work for this? How would I figure this out?
Correction - It's not adaptive cruise but the forward collision distance selector. Either way, if anyone has any insights as to which steering wheels with the Forward Collision on the left cluster and the audio cluster on the right side? Thank you!
@Southpaw_Precision is your 22 custom trail boss have the refreshed front grill? If so then it’s a 2022.5 and wont follow this procedure. You’ll have to contact WAMS for the global B architecture upgrade. Even though the dash cluster may look the same the 22LTD and the 22.5 refresh has different wiring.
@@Southpaw_Precision ok then you need to find a wheel from a similar year or a 21. And it has to come with pre-collision. You could get one that has the heat option yet. But I haven’t figured a way to make that work. So that will be a dead button. I don’t know part numbers because they change so frequently.
Just make sure you contact WAMs to get it programmed before you install anything. I can’t tell you how many people expect an off the shelf cluster to just work without custom programming to match you VIN.
Bought a 2023 and bought a 2023 leather steering off EBay now seems it may be a plug and play unless the extra wire is needed to work the volume and phone controls and Apple play but the main question is were you able to get the heat function work on your steering?
Sorry. But the 2023 has different wiring overall. And this process won’t be plug n play like it was for mine. You can try but I don’t think it will work. I haven’t been able to get my heat function to work yet.
I understand. But the wiring that connects everything is different. When you go to add the Harneess Dr. wire in , the pins I used won’t work on your 2022 LTD. You can try, but I’m pretty sure it does not work on 2023+ trucks. And others have reported simply adding in the new steering whee and wire does not enable the radio controls. The dash cluster is also needed to make it all work.
I will attempt it once I have the steering, the cluster is available for $188 but has 7000+ miles and mine has 100+ so not sure if there is a way to reset it to my current miles and hours
@bobmassey5404 the cluster needs to be programmed to your VIN. It won’t just swap in. You need to consult with WAMS. I’m pretty sure it’s not going to work on your 2023. Before you go spending a bunch of money…
Can you just upgrade the cluster without wheel and extra harness if my truck all ready has those functions? I have 21 LT trailboss.. I just love that digital cluster
Nice video. I’m following the link for the high country cluster model but the info that is asking me is a little confusing for me. I’m kinda new to this.
great video, quick question im looking to just swap out the steering wheel do i also have to install and buy the wire for the cluster? i only want to swap the wheel since i’m a big music guy and it would make life easier just to have it in the back of the steering wheel
Unfortunately no. Ran into a roadblock. Will probably require some custom programming to make it work with the OEM buttons. I know it can be wired to run on an aftermarket controller but I don’t think I wanna do that.
My 2023 work truck is a 2500 and doesn’t have steering wheel controls. Previous 2019 did. You know if I can change the wheel without changing the cluster? I mainly like the volume and phone features of the controls at your finger tips.
Others have reported it doesn’t work without the cluster. Also 2023 has different wiring altogether, so it’s not as easy as swapping in a cluster and wheel.
Not that I know of for OEM upgrades. But there are some aftermarket upgrades for the center screen available. Im testing one now. Hope to have a video out in a few weeks on it.
How did you remove the side panel on the driver side next to the 4x4 knobs in the beginning of the step? You did not elaborate on how you did that. Thank you.
I currently have a 2020 chevy silverado custom. Would I be able to upgrade the steering wheel with the radio controls, buy the cable, and just upgrade the cluster with a less high-end cluster like the one below the high country and have the radio controls work? Or does it have to be the high country/denali cluster for the radio controls to work?
@@fondupot I purchased a cluster that was pulled out of a 2020 Chevy Silverado LT Model. Do you think I would be able to use that one to be able to use the radio controls? Or is there a way to find out what type of radio that I have in my chevy?
@@fondupot I have been emailing WAMS and they say that they don’t offer programming for that type of cluster because the programming would cost more than the actual cluster it self
the white auto is over 600$, why is it almost doubles the price of a factory cluster? why not just order the 300 dollar high country cluster? big thanks for the link to the harness, that's a huge help (currently preparing to perform this upgrade too)
Because the WAMS cluster includes programming to your VIN. You can’t just order one and then install it and expect it to work, it requires VIN match programming.
There’s a high country cluster like what you see in my video. But there’s also the option of a mid level cluster that has a smaller color screen. Both are upgrades over the basic non-color cluster.
@@jose-yz7le I'll be honest, I am not sure, you'll have to do you own diligence to find the correct part number. I think 2019's have slightly different wiring. Try to find a wheel from a 2019 on ebay to be sure.
When you swapped the cluster did you have to program the mileage on the odometer or did it transfer over from the old one? Need to know before I buy one.
I suggest you read the WAMS product page. It tells you everything you need to know. Mileage is stored outside of the dash cluster so it transfers over. But a new cluster will still require programming specific to your VIN for all the options to work. WAMS does this for you.
Great video my friend. But question for you if you dont mind. Can i do the steering wheel swap with the harness adapter to have steering wheel controls without changing the cluster?
You do not do anything to the wires on the steering wheel. Rewatch the video. You add a wire on the connector that goes into the clock spring (pin 9) and the connector that goes into the back of the cluster (pin 20). Nothing gets changed on the steering wheel itself.
I thought this was plug and play, I seen another video similar to yours but he didn’t discuss that extra wire harness. What is that harness for? Thanks in advance.
The extra wire allows the dash to communicate with the buttons on the wheel. You cannot do one without the other. You need everything to make it work. Dash. Wire. Wheel. Others have tried just the wire and wheel and it doesn’t do anything.
Hey boss, if I were to go to you, how much would you charge me to install the steering wheel and digital cluster on my car? Would be for a 2024 gmc sierra
100 million dollars! Haha in seriousness, your truck is a 2024. And this upgrade will not work the same as it did on my 2022 LTD. They changed wiring on 2022.5+ trucks.
Do I have to buy a new steering wheel or can I just buy the OEM part and plug it into my steering wheel for the volume up and down and skip track function? I don’t want to upgrade my dash or stock display system.
You might be I luck. I think I heard the 2022.5 customs still have the old wiring. You should get ahold of WAMS and check. They can run your VIN and tell you if it will work.
Im ready to buy the CLUSTER with WAMS ( I already have the wire & stering wheel) do WAMS program it based on the VIN # or do you have to tell them and pay extra for them to program it?
You probably can. And you might gain volume and seek controls to your radio. But the controls on the right side that control the DIC work work for the custom DIC.
@@fondupot ok thanks I mainly just want to add the radio controls I miss having those and might upgrade the gauges later 700 is kinda steep for me right now. Also great videos I'm subscribed since I have the same truck.
@@brianwhite153 did your controls work? Or did you have to buy a clock spring? I just upgraded the steering wheel but lost cruise control functions. That’s the only feature that came with my truck. So, I’m wondering if I need a new clock spring so I can regain cruise control and use the radio controls.
Did you ever have the problem of the fuel range doesn't match up with your previous...just did my swap today and it currently says my range is 530 but normally it's around 380...just filled up
It usually adjusts based on your driving. If you do a lot of highway the range shows a lot more. But if you start doing a bunch of city driving it reduces.
@@fondupotthank you for the response. Looking at buying a trail boss and definitely looking at doing the same upgrade you did. Great video and documentation!
I have the refreshed and the difference is the one button that indicates how close up you follow the vehicle I don’t of you for the new safety feature.
I bought denali 2022 cluster ti install it in my 2018 tahoe But its dosent fir its bigger than the old one is that normal or i have to buy only denali 2018
I was observing my clock spring and I think I need a new one so I regain cruise and radio control. If you haven’t done it, you should check to see if your clock spring has pin #9 already on it. I only found out after I installed the single wire, buttoned everything up and tested. I found out that the buttons didn’t work, so I doubled checked my work. I didn’t upgrade the cluster but I was expecting radio control and cruise control but those didn’t work. I happened to just stare at the clock spring while I contemplated life and saw that pin #9-12 on it were blank. Then I realized that I probably need a clock spring with all the pins so I can use the buttons. I’m confused as to how I lost cruise control. Unless the new harness on the steering wheel is wired a little differently than my original steering wheel with only cruise control.
@@gohangan Did you ever try the new clock spring? Sounds very similar to the issues I am having. I upgraded to the leather wheel, but kept the factory Custom cluster. I also have a 2022.5 - thinking this may be my issue. But also holding out hope for a way to make it work!
@@JosephKravec i did order a new clock spring. I think it was around $40 so I wasn’t too hesitant to buy a new one. I have cruise control but no function to the radio controls. I think my truck might be missing some of the factory wires. I don’t have as many wires coming from my cluster compared to the video. It was worth a try and now I have decorative buttons that I press while I wait in traffic. 😂
Be sure to read the description for extra info on where to get the parts needed to do this mod. Big thanks to WAMS (White Automotive & Media Services) and the Harness Dr. for helping me get this installed! www.whiteautoandmedia.com/ harnessdr.com/
I have a question. is it possible to swap the hvac controls for the digital hvac controls. It’s GM part # 84692242. I searched the forums and I’ve seen people do it in their 14-18. Wondering if it’s possible. Looks like it just pops in.
I honestly have no idea.
did you ever figure out the heated wheel? or just didn't worry about it? Also does this work on the 4 cylinder? I was curious if it actually reads the Turbo Boost pressure. I was hoping you would pop the throttle to see if it would.
Im working on the heated wheel now. I had to order some parts and I’ll be making a video. My truck is a turbo 4 cylinder. And yea it shows boost.
I have a 2022 trail boss refreshed it said on there site that it won't work with the refresh is that because of the single wire harness if you know that would be a big help before I buy?
I like how you don’t take 10 minutes telling people to “like” and “subscribe. So liked and subscribed. Thanks for sharing.
Hey that’s really nice of you. Appreciate that. Thanks for the sub.
Thanks! for posting the cluster upgrade vid!
Thanks for watching!
Thanks to you I was able to replace both my steering wheel and cluster just by watch this video, thanks for making it and showing how easy it is to do!
THANK YOU !!! This video was the most informative and detailed I've come across. I did my wheel swap a few weeks ago before getting a new cluster (the cheaper of the two versions). You explained and detailed every step including close ups("not for the faint of heart"). I have hi-lighted your video in my post on a Trail Boss forum. I thank you for the time and effort put in for the DIYers so we know how to to do the swap and do it correctly. Everything works, except for the heated button !
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for the comment. I’m hoping to have a resolution for the heated wheel soon!
I have a 2021 trail Boss custom. My question is if I just change the steering wheel and the wire from the harness Dr will that work with my cluster
No. You need one of the upgraded clusters to make the steering wheel buttons work.
Big ups to you and you detailed instructions, sir! You truly are an awesome individual. I just bought a 2023 Silverado Custom and that cluster and steering wheel will not do. I am going to use your video to make these upgrades soon. If I run into issues, which I hope I don't, I'll be in touch. Thanks again and I'll let you know how it goes👍🏾
Thanks for watching. Sorry to be the bearer of bad news. This upgrade is not so easy on the 2022.5+ refresh models. Before you buy anything do a little more research. The wiring is different and doesn’t allow for plug n play like this. Good luck.
@fondupot I looked more into it. I'm new to the truck scene and didn't quite understand what "refresh" meant. Oh, well...maybe there's another option somewhere. Thanks again for the info
Let us know if you come across anything, just got a 23 custom tb too but the system is a no go@@Kno1LikeHeem
Any update on this
@@mylesclark3333 Nothing thus far. Trust me, I'm still looking to upgrade this joker
Using the parts listed, I followed all of the steps to upgrade my 2021 Silverado Custom. No issues except the heated steering wheel function didn’t work. Has anyone run into this?
ETA: Thanks for the very descriptive video! Made the process so easy.
Haven’t got a fix for the heated wheel button yet. Still trying to figure it out with WAMS. Thanks for watching.
Do u have to get it programmed or does it come plug n play
@dragarza3 needs to be programmed. Check the video description for more info
@dragarza3 it needs to be programmed.
Man I’m glad I found you. Time to make this truck feel more premium cause idk what Chevy or realtree was thinking with the interior but I got it 😅
Glad to help
Thank you for this video!!!! I wanted to do this for quit sometime and I was always too afraid because it seemed too hard, but with your video you make it look so easy! Thank you
You're welcome! Thanks for watching. Its really not that difficult!
Beat dam video on RUclips!!! I do all my work on anything off of RUclips, lol and this video was as good as him siting right next to you explaining it!!! Great video brother
Thanks! Appreciate it.
Just got done doing this install and it took me 30 minutes just because I watched your video. Thanks! Any chance you figured out the heating steering wheel part?
Glad to hear. I haven’t been able to figure out a way to use the button to pose the heated wheel. Unfortunately it runs thru the BCM somehow. There is a way to bypass it but involves cutting and splicing some wires on the clock spring and inside the steering wheel. And an aftermarket controller and switch would need to be used. I am not brave enough for that yet.
I just did the same exact thing to my truck. Only delay was waiting for the cluster to arrive because it was backordered. Took almost two months to get it. Otherwise A++
@@curth6094 great. Glad to hear!
Excellent, EXCELLENT job on this video!! Perfect
I had a question about the steering wheel button labeled with the crash distance, does that feature go away?
I honestly don’t know. My truck wasn’t equipped with that feature.
Awesome job! Quick questions, do you need the cluster to get radio controls? Could you achieve radio controls with only a new steering wheel and wiring harness?
Need the cluster too. Thanks for watching.
Great video but are you going to do a video for the steering wheel control they also have wire harness to power up heated steering wheel
Thanks. Unfortunately there is not a method to activate the heated wheel just yet. WAMS has released a procedure for the 2022.5+ (refresh) models but not the previous years years yet. I have been in contact with WAMS and HarnessDr about it. Trust me if there was a way, I’d have it done already. 👍🏻
Let's say I just do the steering wheel with Dr. Harness Mod.first ...will it work for the radio functions? The cluster is a little expensive, but it's worth it later.
I think so yes. But I am not 100% sure.
Did you ever install just the new steering wheel with the adapter and did the radio controls work for you?
@justinstorey4084 no. And it won’t work. Others have tried. You need the cluster and the wheel and the added wire for it all to work.
I already did the conversion and I'm happy 😊 thanks for the video
Thanks for watching.
Thank u for taking the time to explain each procedure step by step🙏
Can’t wait to try this!!!! This is awesome!
Hi! Give us an update!
Wow amazing video thank you for taking the time. I just got a 2023 2500 custom same dash and steering wheel. Do you think these parts would work for my 2023? People keep saying refresh truck and no idea what that mean.Thanks
2500’s are a little different. But the refresh trucks are like 2022.5 and newer. They have a different dash and different wiring. Does your dash cluster look like mine before I upgraded?
Hello yes my dash looks exactly like your dash. It's a 2023 Silverado 2500hd custom. Same steering wheel exactly as well. Hoping wiring will work like yours
You might be in luck. I would send a message to the guys at WAMS and verify tho. And then if they say it works, you order the little wire from harness dr. All the links are in the video description. Good luck
Thank you so much one last question. It looks like your original steering wheel did not have volume control for any ability to pick up or hang up phone calls. Just like mine. Did you have to add another harness for it to sync with the radio head unit? Or is that wire already sitting there waiting. I did notice that other harness that you bought was a 1-wire which I thought only control the dashboard but how do you get the new steering wheel to control the radio volume in Bluetooth Thanks!
@@nathaniel6246 The single wire I added in the video basically allows the new steering wheel to control the radio. I didn't add anything else. My entire install is shown in the video. I don't use bluetooth on my phone so I cant weigh in on that. But all my buttons on my wheel work like they would from the factory.
Love the video. definitely going to do this upgrade. could you please direct me to where to obtain the steering wheel you got? thanks in advance. You did an awesome job on the install video.
I got lucky and ordered it off eBay. Thanks very much for watching, hope you can do this on your truck.
@fondupot Thanks for getting back to me. One last question. My truck is a 2019 custom. Do I have to have the same year upgrade or can get the 2020, or 21 high country cluster and steering wheel?
Looks like a fun job! I know that you have a Canyon but I was wondering if you ever have any plans for an over landing roof rack or a bed rack? Just curious because I look forward to your videos. Thanks Fondupot!
Thanks for watching. No plans for anything like that. But I have some canyon content planned that I hope to get done soon.
I have a 2021 Silverado Custom that I bought slightly used. It has the nicer DIC with the steering wheel controls already (I assume the previous owner ordered it this way). The rest of my cluster is analog just like your original. I wonder if I could just upgrade the cluster to a High Country without doing the other things that you had to do.
Yes, you can swap your cluster out for a high country one. Contact WAMS to get it. Link in description They will have to program the new cluster to work with your truck.
Not me looking at this video while placing an order to get myself a cluster and a steering wheel up grade for my upcoming 2024 2500 custom trim 😅 great video 😊
Haha hide your wallet.
Si funciono el cluster de high country en tu troca ?
Funciono el cluster de high country
@@jonathanrabadan5273 si nomas tienes que progromar al systema y listo
@@jonathanlerma5211 quien te programo el tuyo?
Can you add just the steering wheel and get volume control to the radio? Or do you have to get the cluster for that. Because I really just want volume control on my steering wheel.
I’ve gotten this question a few times. So I asked my contact at WAMS and Harness Dr. The answer is we don’t know. There’s another guy who I was messaging with on Facebook who is going to try and we will see what happens.
@@fondupot thank you for the reply. Please keep me updated on the result.
@@fondupot yes please let us know what the results are. I have the refresh and am very curious.
Hey @fondupot , any update on just the steering wheel being replaced? I just swapped out the steering wheel on my 2021 Silverado Custom and left the original cluster. Controls to the radio not working. Wondering if the cluster needs to be upgraded as well.
You probably need to add the wire. Someone was supposed to do a steering wheel and wire add and let me know if it works to control the radio. Haven’t heard back.
If you don’t mind asking how much was the whole upgrade with the wheel and the cluster?
The cluster runs about $680, the wheel was about $240, and the harness is like $26
exceptionally well done video. Plan to do all of this plus a radio upgrade to my 2500HD Custom!!!
Thanks very much! 100% recommend the upgrade! Good luck on your HD
@@fondupot Thanks again!! Just trying to decide on Denali or High Country style!!!
@@GrassMasterMan I’m not sure you can mix and match from GMC to Chevy. But maybe ask WAMS.
How much did it cost you roughly to make this upgrade? Great video
The wheel was around $200. The rest of the items were sent for free as promotional items. You can check the links in the description for their current price at Harness Dr. and WAMS.
Did the heated steering wheel work? Great videos by the way 😀 I have a 2019 silverado
Haven’t gotten the heated whee to work yet. Thanks for watching.
Hi I’d like to know how everything is working 8months later and issues with the cluster or steering wheel?
Everything works fine. Absolutely zero issues. Very pleased with the upgrade.
Thanks, but No more steering wheels anywhere. Was going to try it out.
I must have got lucky. I found mine on eBay really easily.
What stocked radio do you have? I noticed in description is says “In order to Utilize the Music, Navigation (if Equipped) and Phone menus you will need to have an IOS or IOT radio; the IOR does not have the capability to drive those menus.” Mine looks like yours. 7” basic. Is that where the Harness Dr harness comes in play? Harness lets the IOR radio talk to steering wheel?
I have the IOR radio. But my new high country DIC screen doesn’t have the “music, navigation and phone” sub menus. Because the IOR doesn’t support those menus. But the harness doctor enables the steering wheel controls to work.
Chingon 👍 torque spec for steering wheel?
33 ft/lbs. Clean off the old thread locking compound and add a little new removable thread locker to be safe.
You have possibly made my year. Just recently picked up a '24 3500HD pickup and love it, except for the awful steering wheel. I really miss the leather wrapped steering wheel in my old 2500HD. I'm not looking to add any steering wheel controls or the cluster and ONLY want to keep what controls I have now with a leather wrapped steering wheel. Could I simply swap in the steering wheel in your video and just not have functionality of the right side controls on the steering wheel? Would this work. Thanks so much and love the awesome video.
@@DP-np5mm 2024s have different wiring. You’ll need to contact WAMS to verify compatibility.
Looks great....have you found or looked into the tesla style radio for that truck?
Thanks. And no I’ll probably stick with the radio it has
Kudos for tackling that job.
Was wondering if you had any new Canyon content coming soon ?
As always enjoyed and have yourself a dandy weekend buddy.
Thanks for watching! Currently the Canyon is in the body shop. My wife had a little fender bender wit the garage pillar. But I do have some Bilstein 5100's laying around that I have been wanting to install on the truck, it's just been hectic lately with work, and moving, and life in general. Finally starting to get back into making videos. So maybe I can get that one done soon. The Canyon is staying around for a while, so it will get some love here and there!
@@fondupot curious to see how your ride is after the shock install.
I did a similar install on my 2017 Colorado before it was totaled by a tornado 2 years ago. That’s was my black truck that was on the channel back then.
Great video. Ever figure out how to get heat button to work?
Thanks for watching. Not yet unfortunately…wish I could. Getting cold!
Appreciate the video. I have been looking at doing this to my 2021 Chevrolet Trail Boss Custom but was wondering if the warranty would be voided for any reason. Not sure if you know but checking before I go to far down the rabbit hole.
Your trail boss is surely out of warranty by now. But I’d say you’d be voiding the warranty on the dash cluster yes.
@@fondupotThanks. I bought it used at a dealership and added an extended warranty so was wondering what would happen.
@robertheffley3506 I think it will depend on your dealer. But if venture today they’d find a way to void something.
Did the steering wheel update on my 22 2500hd custom. Everything works except heat option. I have also reasearched extensively and have not found any aftermarket harness/clockspring options. Just wondering if the heated steering wheel circuit is just a straight 12v? If so, why couldn't you just find a switched circuit to tie into and run it up to steering wheel and splice into your heat switch? It seems that the switch isn't getting power...adding a dedicated 12v source should work...correct?
WAMS is telling me they may have a fix available later this year. So maybe just hold out a while. It’s more complicated than just hooking up power cuz it runs thru the BCM.
Im gonna buy the CLUSTER from WAMS for ny CHEVY 2022 CUSTOM, 2500 HD. Heres is my Question: did they programed for you with the VIN # for the same price or do you have to pay extra for "PROGRAMING" the new CLUSTER?
I think the basic package includes programming to your vin. The extra options are what they charge for. Send them an email and ask tho. I can’t remember exactly.
@fondupot ok I did emailed them , but it might take 48 hrs to hear from them. Thanks for the information.
Were you able to figure out if another wire is needed or programming needed to get the heated steering wheel to work?
Negative. I was not able to make it work.
So the biggest upgrade I want is volume control and phone control from the steering wheel. If I follow these instructions without upgrading the dash cluster, will I still get those features?
No. read the video description
Great video. I have a 2024 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD custom. My steering wheel does not have the voice control or volume control on the right hand side and I would like to change that and the cluster. Which parts do you recommend for both? I tried to look at the steering wheel, GM part number that you provided and it seems that it’s just a steering wheel without any controls on it. Thanks for the information in advance.
Wiring on the 2500HD’s is different. I don’t believe it’s as easy as shown in this video. And I am not sure what part number wheel you would need.
I am going to order a new cluster from WAMS that was just launched yesterday but they are saying that you would have to take it to a GM dealership to program it. I have called 4 dealerships and they will not do it as they say it will void warranty. Who else can do it?@@fondupot
You do a really great job of explaining and showing. Thank you, newly subscribed.
Thanks very much!
Your video was very helpful with the install thank you so much only problem is when i first start the truck up the dash reads check front camera thers is no front camera that i know of
Was your cluster programmed to match your VIN?
Yes I sent the VIN when I ordered the dash cluster
@@oshey107 Not sure, mine didn't show that error. Maybe try contacting whoever programmed your cluster.
I have a 2021 Chevy Z71 Limited. Will this setup work on mine?! I really miss radio controls and a leather steering wheel.
Should be the same process. 👍🏻
Very nice. I did the same thing to my F150 when I had it. Even got the heated steering wheel to work. I had to buy a module and a harness as well as a new clock spring.
Nice. Yea heated wheel will be nice in the winter. My Canyon has it and once you get one. It’s hard to go back.
Can you please link the heated steering wheel components needed?
Haven’t got it to work yet. 😔
If it doesn’t work then I’ll just lead the button to my rear bumper pod lights
I guess you could do that.
Great video. I have a 22 Custom Trail Boss. Cluster is same as shown in video. Steering wheel has adaptive cruise button which differs from yours. What replacement steering wheel would work for this? How would I figure this out?
Correction - It's not adaptive cruise but the forward collision distance selector. Either way, if anyone has any insights as to which steering wheels with the Forward Collision on the left cluster and the audio cluster on the right side? Thank you!
@Southpaw_Precision is your 22 custom trail boss have the refreshed front grill? If so then it’s a 2022.5 and wont follow this procedure. You’ll have to contact WAMS for the global B architecture upgrade. Even though the dash cluster may look the same the 22LTD and the 22.5 refresh has different wiring.
@@fondupot Not a refresh. Has the older grill / lights.
@@Southpaw_Precision ok then you need to find a wheel from a similar year or a 21. And it has to come with pre-collision. You could get one that has the heat option yet. But I haven’t figured a way to make that work. So that will be a dead button. I don’t know part numbers because they change so frequently.
Super cool to know this can be done. I am working on getting my parts now.
Just make sure you contact WAMs to get it programmed before you install anything. I can’t tell you how many people expect an off the shelf cluster to just work without custom programming to match you VIN.
@@fondupot I am on their site now putting info in to order it.
Right on!
Bought a 2023 and bought a 2023 leather steering off EBay now seems it may be a plug and play unless the extra wire is needed to work the volume and phone controls and Apple play but the main question is were you able to get the heat function work on your steering?
Sorry. But the 2023 has different wiring overall. And this process won’t be plug n play like it was for mine. You can try but I don’t think it will work.
I haven’t been able to get my heat function to work yet.
@@fondupot the steering is off a 2023 Silverado High Country and going into 2023 Silverado Custom
I understand. But the wiring that connects everything is different. When you go to add the Harneess Dr. wire in , the pins I used won’t work on your 2022 LTD. You can try, but I’m pretty sure it does not work on 2023+ trucks.
And others have reported simply adding in the new steering whee and wire does not enable the radio controls. The dash cluster is also needed to make it all work.
I will attempt it once I have the steering, the cluster is available for $188 but has 7000+ miles and mine has 100+ so not sure if there is a way to reset it to my current miles and hours
@bobmassey5404 the cluster needs to be programmed to your VIN. It won’t just swap in. You need to consult with WAMS. I’m pretty sure it’s not going to work on your 2023. Before you go spending a bunch of money…
Can you just upgrade the cluster without wheel and extra harness if my truck all ready has those functions? I have 21 LT trailboss.. I just love that digital cluster
Read the video description.
Hello, is it convenient? or did you order the dash cluster with optional expanded menu set?? thank you
WAMS programs the unit and includes the extra screens.
Nice video. I’m following the link for the high country cluster model but the info that is asking me is a little confusing for me. I’m kinda new to this.
Email WAMS they should be able to help you out.
great video, quick question im looking to just swap out the steering wheel do i also have to install and buy the wire for the cluster? i only want to swap the wheel since i’m a big music guy and it would make life easier just to have it in the back of the steering wheel
Others have reported that it Won’t work without the cluster.
Did you ever install what you needed to get the heated seat button to work?
Unfortunately no. Ran into a roadblock. Will probably require some custom programming to make it work with the OEM buttons. I know it can be wired to run on an aftermarket controller but I don’t think I wanna do that.
My 2023 work truck is a 2500 and doesn’t have steering wheel controls. Previous 2019 did. You know if I can change the wheel without changing the cluster? I mainly like the volume and phone features of the controls at your finger tips.
Others have reported it doesn’t work without the cluster. Also 2023 has different wiring altogether, so it’s not as easy as swapping in a cluster and wheel.
I have a 2022 looking for a radio upgrade but haven’t been able to find one, have you found any?
Look on WAMS website. I think they do radio upgrades.
Is there an upper model center touch screen swap for these custom GMC/ CHEVY trucks?
Not that I know of for OEM upgrades. But there are some aftermarket upgrades for the center screen available. Im testing one now. Hope to have a video out in a few weeks on it.
How did you remove the side panel on the driver side next to the 4x4 knobs in the beginning of the step? You did not elaborate on how you did that. Thank you.
It just pops out. You can yank on it from
The bottom and it comes right out.
@@fondupotThank you sir , also what type of breaker bar did you use to take off the steering wheel ?
Just a cheapo one I’ve had for years. Nothing special.
Do you need the cluster upgrade to make the volume and seek buttons work
Yes. Read the video description.
I currently have a 2020 chevy silverado custom. Would I be able to upgrade the steering wheel with the radio controls, buy the cable, and just upgrade the cluster with a less high-end cluster like the one below the high country and have the radio controls work? Or does it have to be the high country/denali cluster for the radio controls to work?
@@justinstorey4084 you can do the mid level dash upgrade yes. WAMS offers both up level clusters for GMC and Chevy.
@@fondupot I purchased a cluster that was pulled out of a 2020 Chevy Silverado LT Model. Do you think I would be able to use that one to be able to use the radio controls? Or is there a way to find out what type of radio that I have in my chevy?
@justinstorey4084 it should work. Just needs to be programmed by WAMS.
@@fondupot I have been emailing WAMS and they say that they don’t offer programming for that type of cluster because the programming would cost more than the actual cluster it self
Hmm. Not sure then. They’re the experts.
Great video got mine installed
Nice! Now just needs a center console install
Ha yea. I looked into it. I’d have to find one really cheap. Center consoles go for anywhere $1000-$2000. Too steep for me! Thanks for watching.
@@fondupot GEEEZ! And for sure great content!
the white auto is over 600$, why is it almost doubles the price of a factory cluster? why not just order the 300 dollar high country cluster? big thanks for the link to the harness, that's a huge help (currently preparing to perform this upgrade too)
Because the WAMS cluster includes programming to your VIN. You can’t just order one and then install it and expect it to work, it requires VIN match programming.
Question so on your description you put both links to two different clusters is that to chose in between the LCD one and the regular one ?
There’s a high country cluster like what you see in my video. But there’s also the option of a mid level cluster that has a smaller color screen. Both are upgrades over the basic non-color cluster.
@@jose-yz7le I'll be honest, I am not sure, you'll have to do you own diligence to find the correct part number. I think 2019's have slightly different wiring. Try to find a wheel from a 2019 on ebay to be sure.
If I choose the high country/Denali kit what do I select WAMS Supplied NEW US Spec Cluster since I have a Chevrolet Silverado Custom 1500?
Yes
God Bless you bud, awesome video, thanks much!
Did you ever figure out how to connect/activate the steering wheel heat function?
Not yet. But WAMS has said they will have i fix for it soon.
Good news! I know there are several of us that would really like that capability. I trust you’ll let us know as soon as it becomes available.
When you swapped the cluster did you have to program the mileage on the odometer or did it transfer over from the old one? Need to know before I buy one.
I suggest you read the WAMS product page. It tells you everything you need to know. Mileage is stored outside of the dash cluster so it transfers over. But a new cluster will still require programming specific to your VIN for all the options to work. WAMS does this for you.
Does your steering wheel buttons light up
Yes
@@fondupot thanks for the quick responses and appreciate your detailed video! Just waiting for my cluster from wams now
You’re welcome. Good luck!
We’re you ever able to get the heated steering wheel to work?
Not yet. I haven’t put too much thought into it yet though.
Great video my friend. But question for you if you dont mind. Can i do the steering wheel swap with the harness adapter to have steering wheel controls without changing the cluster?
You could. But I am not sure if the controls will work the radio.
I just got a 2022 silverado custom. Can you provide the part numbers you ordered to get your job done? I love the upgrade!
Check the video description.
@@fondupot Looking for same info on steering wheel. Part #?
i just saw that my new steering wheel on pin #9 theres an orange wire do i take it off or i have to buy another steering wheel?
You do not do anything to the wires on the steering wheel. Rewatch the video. You add a wire on the connector that goes into the clock spring (pin 9) and the connector that goes into the back of the cluster (pin 20). Nothing gets changed on the steering wheel itself.
@@fondupotthank you boss!
Where did you get steeerimg wheel.i have 2024 gmc sierra pro
Got lucky on eBay
Do you need the cluster for the upgraded steering wheel to work ?
yes, read the description box.
I thought this was plug and play, I seen another video similar to yours but he didn’t discuss that extra wire harness. What is that harness for? Thanks in advance.
The extra wire allows the dash to communicate with the buttons on the wheel. You cannot do one without the other. You need everything to make it work. Dash. Wire. Wheel. Others have tried just the wire and wheel and it doesn’t do anything.
Hey boss, if I were to go to you, how much would you charge me to install the steering wheel and digital cluster on my car? Would be for a 2024 gmc sierra
100 million dollars! Haha in seriousness, your truck is a 2024. And this upgrade will not work the same as it did on my 2022 LTD. They changed wiring on 2022.5+ trucks.
can i just but a used cluster off ebay and plug and play? or does it need to be programmed?
No. It needs to be programmed to your VIN. Others have tried and reported that it does not work.
I’m looking to do this with a 2023 Sierra single cab will it work?
No.
Do I have to buy a new steering wheel or can I just buy the OEM part and plug it into my steering wheel for the volume up and down and skip track function? I don’t want to upgrade my dash or stock display system.
No. Read the description.
YOU DO NEED TO GET THE DASH CLUSTER TO MAKE THE CONTROLS TO WORK WITH THE RADIO?
Yes.
I have the 2022.5 refresh and really wish I could upgrade my custom to this dash cluster, it looks really good! Great job on the very detailed video!
You might be I luck. I think I heard the 2022.5 customs still have the old wiring. You should get ahold of WAMS and check. They can run your VIN and tell you if it will work.
Im ready to buy the CLUSTER with WAMS ( I already have the wire & stering wheel) do WAMS program it based on the VIN # or do you have to tell them and pay extra for them to program it?
WAMS does it all.
@fondupot thank you! I'm gonna buy it 👍
Did you ever get the heated wheel working¿
Negative
I did the same thing, and the controls work all except for my cruise control? Could you help?
What year truck.
@@fondupot 2020 Chevrolet silverado
even if i have a v6 2020 custom will any high country cluster will fit my truck?
Should fit yes. You just need to check with WAMS first.
@@fondupotthanks boss and also you think i can change my custom radio to a high country radio with the digital ac knobs?
@murdatp7590 I don’t think that upgrade is possible. More to it than just swapping out the controls.
Did you eventually get the heated wheel working?
Not yet. Still trying to figure out an OEM solution.
Do you know if you can just upgrade the steering wheel with the harness or do you have to change the cluster too?
You probably can. And you might gain volume and seek controls to your radio. But the controls on the right side that control the DIC work work for the custom DIC.
@@fondupot ok thanks I mainly just want to add the radio controls I miss having those and might upgrade the gauges later 700 is kinda steep for me right now. Also great videos I'm subscribed since I have the same truck.
Right on. Thanks for watching. Good luck!
@@brianwhite153 did your controls work? Or did you have to buy a clock spring? I just upgraded the steering wheel but lost cruise control functions. That’s the only feature that came with my truck. So, I’m wondering if I need a new clock spring so I can regain cruise control and use the radio controls.
@@gohangan I actually haven't done this yet was waiting until after Christmas
Do you happen to know if you can change out the main dash too? Radio, temp controls etc
I’m not sure. But WAMS would be the one to ask. Their site is linked in the description. Send them a message.
Did you change the main dash?
No
Did you ever have the problem of the fuel range doesn't match up with your previous...just did my swap today and it currently says my range is 530 but normally it's around 380...just filled up
It usually adjusts based on your driving. If you do a lot of highway the range shows a lot more. But if you start doing a bunch of city driving it reduces.
@@fondupot thanks a lot
Any issues at the dealership? Mine is telling me that the cluster is making the computer throw multiple codes but everything works as it should
Haven’t had any issues. I don’t take it to the dealer for service. It’s out of warranty now.
82,000 miles
You think this works on the newer single cabs that have the older interior (pre 2022)?
Should work on 2019-2022 LTD models. My truck is a 2022 LTD, basically a 2021 build in 2022, non-refresh model.
@@fondupot okay thought so thanks
Do the steering wheel controls only work after you change the gauges?
Not sure I didn’t test that.
question what power the cluster ? i have my cluster on blck screen ? but cant fine the fuse to the cluster / any ideas will help tks
No idea. It runs thru the BCM. Not one single fuse runs it. You’ll probably need a dealership visit.
Did you get the heated steering wheel to work?
Unfortunately no.
@@fondupotthank you for the response. Looking at buying a trail boss and definitely looking at doing the same upgrade you did. Great video and documentation!
Could you tell me how to know if my 2022 Silverado Custom is the refreshed model? My cluster now looks exactly like the one you removed.
Best way would be to have a dealer run your vin. They can tell you definitely.
I have the refreshed and the difference is the one button that indicates how close up you follow the vehicle I don’t of you for the new safety feature.
I bought denali 2022 cluster ti install it in my 2018 tahoe
But its dosent fir its bigger than the old one is that normal or i have to buy only denali 2018
2018 is an entirely different truck. It will not fit. If you want a Denali cluster you need to get one for a 2018 truck.
@@fondupot ya , so now what do u recommend to buy denali cluster 2018. Same year of my Tahoe ? Right
Yes. But it will still need to be programmed. I think WAMS can do that for you.
So with that single wire, it’ll make everything work? Including the steering wheel controls to the stereo?
Yep!
I was observing my clock spring and I think I need a new one so I regain cruise and radio control. If you haven’t done it, you should check to see if your clock spring has pin #9 already on it. I only found out after I installed the single wire, buttoned everything up and tested. I found out that the buttons didn’t work, so I doubled checked my work. I didn’t upgrade the cluster but I was expecting radio control and cruise control but those didn’t work. I happened to just stare at the clock spring while I contemplated life and saw that pin #9-12 on it were blank. Then I realized that I probably need a clock spring with all the pins so I can use the buttons. I’m confused as to how I lost cruise control. Unless the new harness on the steering wheel is wired a little differently than my original steering wheel with only cruise control.
All my buttons worked perfectly after the upgrade.
@@gohangan Did you ever try the new clock spring? Sounds very similar to the issues I am having. I upgraded to the leather wheel, but kept the factory Custom cluster. I also have a 2022.5 - thinking this may be my issue. But also holding out hope for a way to make it work!
@@JosephKravec i did order a new clock spring. I think it was around $40 so I wasn’t too hesitant to buy a new one. I have cruise control but no function to the radio controls. I think my truck might be missing some of the factory wires. I don’t have as many wires coming from my cluster compared to the video. It was worth a try and now I have decorative buttons that I press while I wait in traffic. 😂
do you know what is the other connection on the new cluster
It's not used. Probably used to program it at the factory with a computer.