Aux Upfitter Overhead Switches installed! - DIY writeup instructions & photos

[wvufan4423]

Yes this is a much cheeper option with more flexibility

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How difficult was the install? I've had my eye on this one and like the "wireless" switch concept. Hesitant because I'm uncertain on how difficult the install would be.

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[DmanTrekker]

It was very easy actually. It mounts on top of the engine fuse box with a quick disconnect thumb screw. The switches are mounted up near where the upfitter switches go.

Pugsly: how did you wire your lights, etc to the trigger 6? Did you use the built in wiring For example, even on big bend without factory aux switches I think Ford stil runs wires from fog lights to the wire bundle by the fuse box. Did you use those wires and hook up those wirs to the trigger 6?

 

[35tires]

1200 dollars and a few weeks later I have aux switches installed by a local dealership. I wasn't willing to play with electrical being a newbie so I went with the dealership.

I'm SO glad I did. I have a pillar lights and they are fantastic. I'm already ordering more for the front bumper and setting up the air compressor as well.

wish I got them for 195 dollars from the dealer when I ordered it, but it was a reasonable compromise and I have the warranty still.

 

[Strykerwsu]

1200 dollars and a few weeks later I have aux switches installed by a local dealership. I wasn't willing to play with electrical being a newbie so I went with the dealership.

I'm SO glad I did. I have a pillar lights and they are fantastic. I'm already ordering more for the front bumper and setting up the air compressor as well.

wish I got them for 195 dollars from the dealer when I ordered it, but it was a reasonable compromise and I have the warranty still.

That’s a great price installed.

 

[mdk100]

I just installed my aux switches. It was around $700 for the parts. The install was tedious and a bit stressful, like anything electrical, but I finished it. I did not do the programming update, so. It sure if I’ve created a warranty issue. The $500 for a dealer install doesn’t sound that bad. To update the internal code takes a $500 adapter to do correctly, so probably a wash.

 

[35tires]

I just knew I'd break a clip or find myself frustrated it was worth the piece of mind. Plugged it right in, a pillar lights work on aux 1, overall I'm really happy. My wallet isn't anymore because I've decided to go hog wild picking up my lights for the bumpers but it's all fun.

 

[RustysBronco]

I love seeing all the people that this thread helped and hearing about their success stories. The tread hit 50,026 views as of today. Keep the questions and the success stories coming!

 

[Loader84]

So I'm about to take on this project myself. Should not be too difficult. One of the many jobs I had in Army was avionics mechanic. So this should be fairly laid out for me. The only concern I have is this. The Ford dealership told me I needed wire harness M2DZ-14335-J when I gave them my VIN. Naturally I went on to order this from somewhere else as I'm not paying dealership prices. However the response I received that vendor was, I needed harness M2DZ-14335-B. Should have seen an fairly easy thing turn to crap when asking dealing with 2 different people. So my question is this. Does anyone know the answer. I'm hoping it's the one in J because that what I went with although my gut tells me Ford probably made the mistake. I have 2022 Big Bend.

 

[Strykerwsu]

So I'm about to take on this project myself. Should not be too difficult. One of the many jobs I had in Army was avionics mechanic. So this should be fairly laid out for me. The only concern I have is this. The Ford dealership told me I needed wire harness M2DZ-14335-J when I gave them my VIN. Naturally I went on to order this from somewhere else as I'm not paying dealership prices. However the response I received that vendor was, I needed harness M2DZ-14335-B. Should have seen an fairly easy thing turn to crap when asking dealing with 2 different people. So my question is this. Does anyone know the answer. I'm hoping it's the one in J because that what I went with although my gut tells me Ford probably made the mistake. I have 2022 Big Bend.

@flip is a great contact for such questions and and can get you great pricing as well.

 

[Medic2586]

I have the kit I rodered from a dealer who specializes in wrecked vehicles. Sent me everything from a bronco, fuse box, console and wire harness. I have a big bend 2022 with mid package. Any idea on the correct harness number? before i get started on this....

 

[Medic2586]

So I'm about to take on this project myself. Should not be too difficult. One of the many jobs I had in Army was avionics mechanic. So this should be fairly laid out for me. The only concern I have is this. The Ford dealership told me I needed wire harness M2DZ-14335-J when I gave them my VIN. Naturally I went on to order this from somewhere else as I'm not paying dealership prices. However the response I received that vendor was, I needed harness M2DZ-14335-B. Should have seen an fairly easy thing turn to crap when asking dealing with 2 different people. So my question is this. Does anyone know the answer. I'm hoping it's the one in J because that what I went with although my gut tells me Ford probably made the mistake. I have 2022 Big Bend.

Hey Loader 84, did you ever get a confirmation on the wire harness above for a 2022 BIG Bend?

 

[Loader84]

Hey Loader 84, did you ever get a confirmation on the wire harness above for a 2022 BIG Bend?

So I did the install myself and used the harness M2DZ-14335-J. It worked without any issues.

 

[RustysBronco]

So I did the install myself and used the harness M2DZ-14335-J. It worked without any issues.

Which part number fuse box did you use? Which trim level big bend do you have? I'll update instructions with that info for the next guy.

 

[Loader84]

Which part number fuse box did you use? Which trim level big bend do you have? I'll update instructions with that info for the next guy.

I have a base Big Bend.
Wire Harness Assy; M2DZ-14335-J
Panel Assy; MB3Z-14A068-Z
Console Assy; M2DZ-78519A70-JC

 

[RustysBronco]

FYI. Saw this posted in the Special Service Messages the Ford Techs get. My recommendation - do the proper programming at the time of install, as it will clear any DTC errors that might raise a service writer/tech's antenna. Otherwise, you may be literally handing them a reason to deny warranty claims, based on the below.

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