2022-2024 RAM

This covers the ECM Swap/Unlock and Tuning for the 2022-2024 RAM

2022–2024 RAM Cummins trucks can be tuned on the original ECM without an ECU unlock.

We offer three tuning options depending on the transmission, desired tuning, and tuning device:

  • EFI Live — Optimized Stock File for 68RFE trucks only.
  • EZ Lynk — Single tunes or Switch-On-The-Fly tuning where supported.
  • HP Tuners — Single tunes or Switch-On-The-Fly tuning where supported.

2022 Cab and Chassis trucks do not currently support SOTF.

The sections below explain the available tuning methods and the procedures required for each.

EFI Live — Optimized Stock File

For 68RFE trucks only, we can provide an Optimized Stock File using EFI Live.

This option uses the truck's original ECM and does not require an ECU unlock.

The calibration must be loaded onto an EFI Live AutoCal V2 or V3 handheld and then Full Flashed from the handheld.

Pass-through flashing will not work for this procedure.

This option is intended for customers who want an optimized stock-style calibration. Single tunes and Switch-On-The-Fly tuning are available through EZ Lynk or HP Tuners where supported.

For EFI Live setup, linking, reading, flashing, and other procedures, please follow our complete EFI Live instructions:

EFI Live Instructions

EZ Lynk— Performance Stock File 

EZ Lynk supports both single tunes and Switch-On-The-Fly tuning where supported.

2022 Cab and Chassis trucks do not currently support SOTF.

The original ECM can be tuned directly. An ECU unlock is not required.

For EZ Lynk setup, linking, reading, flashing, and other procedures, please follow our complete EZ Lynk instructions:

EZ Lynk Instructions

HP Tuners— Performance Stock File 

HP Tuners supports both single tunes and Switch-On-The-Fly tuning where supported.

2022 Cab and Chassis trucks do not currently support SOTF.

The original ECM can be tuned directly. An ECU unlock is not required.

HP Tuners tuning requires:

  • 6 HP Tuners credits
  • 2018+ SGM bypass cable
  • An HP Tuners MPVI or SFG Tuner
  • A Windows computer with VCM Editor Beta

The SGM bypass cable must be connected whenever communicating with the applicable modules through HP Tuners.

Reading the ECM

Before we can prepare your tune, you will need to read the original ECM and send us the stock file.

  1. Connect the 2018+ SGM bypass cable.
  2. Connect your HP Tuners MPVI or SFG Tuner to the truck.
  3. Connect the tuning device to your Windows computer.
  4. Open VCM Editor Beta.
  5. If this is your first time using the interface on this computer, go to:

Help → Resync Interface

  1. Turn the key or push-button ignition to ON/RUN, with the engine NOT running.

Accessory mode will not work.

  1. Go to:

Flash → Read Vehicle

  1. Click Gather Info.
  2. Allow VCM Editor to identify the modules.
  3. Set the ECM to Read Entire.
  4. Click Read.
  5. Do not disconnect the truck, laptop, SGM bypass cable, or tuning device while the read is in progress.
  6. Once complete, press OK on the prompts.
  7. Save the file somewhere you can easily locate it.

The default HP Tuners location is commonly:

Documents → HP Tuners → Logs and Tunes

  1. Send the stock read to Support@SpeedFarmGarage.com, or reply to your order email.

We will use the stock read to prepare your tuned file.

Creating an InfoLog

If we request an InfoLog, create it with the original ECM installed in the truck.

The InfoLog allows us to see additional controller and calibration identification information that may not be obvious from the tune file alone.

Save the InfoLog and send it along with the corresponding ECM read.

Send the files to Support@SpeedFarmGarage.com, or reply to your order email.

Writing the Tuned File

Battery voltage must remain stable throughout programming.

We recommend connecting a suitable battery charger, particularly if battery condition is unknown or the truck has been sitting for an extended period.

Loss of power during an ECM write can damage or corrupt the controller.

  1. Download the tune file we supplied by email.
  2. Connect the 2018+ SGM bypass cable.
  3. Connect your HP Tuners MPVI or SFG Tuner to the truck.
  4. Connect the tuning device to your Windows computer.
  5. Open VCM Editor Beta.
  6. Go to:

File → Open

  1. Select the tune file we supplied.
  2. Go to:

Help → Resync Interface

This allows the interface to synchronize its current credits and licensing information.

  1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN, with the engine NOT running.

Accessory mode will not work.

  1. Go to:

Flash → Write Vehicle

  1. If VCM Editor displays a License Options button, select it and license the required module.

HP Tuners licensing is performed for the appropriate calibration/module as shown by VCM Editor. Follow the licensing prompts before continuing.

  1. Select Write Entire for the ECM.
  2. Click Write Vehicle.
  3. Programming will now begin.

Do not disconnect the laptop, tuning device, SGM bypass cable, ECM, battery charger, or vehicle power while programming is in progress.

  1. Wait until VCM Editor confirms that the programming procedure has successfully completed.
  2. Turn the ignition OFF when instructed.
  3. Once the process is completely finished, disconnect the tuning hardware.
  4. Remove the temporary SGM bypass cable if desired and return the vehicle wiring to its normal configuration.

The truck is now ready for the modifications accounted for in the tune to be installed.