Cargo Light Mod GMC Sierra & Chevrolet Silverado

[@Donslife]

Boost Auto Parts mods on this vehicle: Charger Link: boostautoparts.com/products/2... All Lights Link: boostautoparts.com/products/6... High Beam to Spot Link: boostautoparts.com/products/h... Reverse & Cargo Link: boostautoparts.com/products/b... linktr.ee/donslife - Links to all of my products and discounts

[@briansilva6160]

I tinted my 2021 Silverado rear windows to 5% and I hate not being able to see out of my windows at night, even if I do have the rear camera. I i stalled the Diesel LED backup lights and they’ve made a world of difference. They’re brighter than my forward lights!

[@jeffwatts4199]

Hi Don, I ordered this mod from Boost a few months ago and it did not work after following their video instructions... YOUR instructions worked! Thank you. The difference was tapping in to the Pink connector, wire #26. And the tip about the Ambient light sensor was a key point. I also installed the Boost mirror task lights to be on with the Bright lights; that works great. Subscribed.

[@Donslife]

Glad to hear both of those details 👍🏼

[@David_Truck]

Just installed my boost auto cargo light mod. Your video guided me perfectly thx Don. Glad to have this working on my Silverado 👍🏻

[@Donslife]

Glad it helped

[@reidjack1877]

The smoke from your exhaust looked so cool when it passed the lights in the last few clips lol. Great video.. you have improved so much!

[@Donslife]

🙏🏻 Thank you. Working on it

[@swampoodle68]

Funny thing, I emailed boost auto about this exact up grade and they said no. I’m glad you showed this. I’m definitely doing!!🤘

[@Donslife]

Weird?

[@mattyman6176]

Keep up the content my friend. I learn a lot from your videos and love everything you do to your at4

[@Donslife]

Thanks!

[@jasonnellis3566]

its awesome i did my 2014 silverado with this mod last week. love it

[@Donslife]

Right on!

[@paulblack5679]

Looking forward to lighting on front grill don… your content and mods are outstanding and instructional. Thank you!

[@Donslife]

Thanks man! I will try not to disappoint

[@e90steez]

This is awesome, gonna purchase this as well!

[@Donslife]

Super cheap!

[@ghowardgilbert2281]

Just finished doing Don’s truck bed LED 2 light strip mod. This cargo backup light mod is next.

[@Jim-dj1nb]

After watching your video on the wireless phone charger I decided to install that same mod on my AT4. I have had some issues with keeping my phone connected to the charger, but only because I have a very thick phone case. I've had other people use it and have not seen any issues with a phone sliding around.

[@Donslife]

Thanks for the info!

[@JefferyFranchina]

Don my 2022 refresh 1500 dots not have a brown harness. Is there another color I should be looking for? I’m trying to install the dual function third brake light bed, cargo, and reverse wiring harness. By the way, I love watching all your videos. It’s so inspiring to now be able to see somebody do it live to help you modify things that you would’ve had to guess years ago.

[@Renfro68]

does the light on the tailgate interfere with the quality of the camera? Does it "blind the camera" so to speak?

[@Donslife]

Hasn’t been a problem for my setup

[@kevinseverson1474]

Hey don which wire was the cargo lights I’m trying to install puddle lights on my mirrors I have now which don’t have puddle lights I got it mounted but I want them hooked up to the cargo lights

[@Donslife]

My friend, you may want to ask BoostAutoParts for the exact pin location. I don’t know if my BCM has the exact same configuration unless your year and trim are the same as mine.

[@kevinseverson1474]

@@Donslife I really appreciate you getting back to me. That’s what I will do. Thanks

[@robertstiles626]

You have the cab back up camera. I would like to have that for my truck. What vin did that come on so i can get it for my truck. Thankyou great videos. Any help would be great thanks Rob

[@Donslife]

To add the OE cargo camera would require you to have the technology package with the 360 camera setup. I don't think you can add it in later without these options already programmed in. At least that is what I think to be true

[@robertstiles626]

Thankyou for the info that makes sense thanks

[@Juantamps1188]

Trying to see if that same mode you did will the cargo lights turn on when opening doors thanks

[@Donslife]

No I don’t think so

[@MMikeHD3904]

I gotta get a new 3rd brake light under warranty next week , old one has alot of moisture in it

[@davidduncan7503]

Do you know of any products like this for 1999-2006 Chevy trucks?

[@Donslife]

Sorry I am not aware of

[@lisa-jeanstockton8585]

So I actually just ordered this mod and a couple others from boost auto, my dad had a hernia about me tapping into my wiring harness in this way, he is an experienced mechanic but sometimes just really old school about the way he does things, his concern is tapping into the wire in this way will cut the number of wires and could cause overloading and fry the wires, also was concerned about overloading the control module. Can you shed any light on this? Any issues with your other boost auto mod? In your prep for this mod did you find anything to be concerned about? It seems to me most people are more than happy with it. Thanks!

[@Donslife]

Hi there! I know where he is coming from. The tolerance of systems in vehicles today and the complexity can be of concern. I am not concerned and haven’t any issues. If you have a specific concern such as overloading a circuit or the BCM, I would pose your question to the team at BoostAutoParts. I have read that they are very responsive. I am pretty confident that they wouldn’t have come to market with all of these upgrades if there was high risk associated with any of them. My only slight worry was crowding the area with tapped wires. I also think I am done with tapping into any more of these circuits

[@markgray2931]

I installed the fog light mod in wires 10/18 about three weeks ago in my 21 Silverado and it works flawlessly!! So far so good, and it is a MUST HAVE for $20. Now I’m doing the cargo mod and like Don, that will be all that I do with splicing wires! But these two mods are all you need IMO.

[@Donslife]

@@markgray2931 I am right there with you!

[@xagalindez42]

Hey i have a 2023 GMC Sierra AT4 and did the mod... My reverse, cargo or top lights dont illuminate when i unlock my truck... What did i do wrong?

[@Donslife]

It has to be dark as it is tied to your ambient light sensor. If you cover the sensor on the dash you can do a a test. Otherwise check your lighting settings in the menu of your truck. Hopefully you don’t have any wrong or poor connections as that would be the last thing to review

[@jesusjacobo1156]

Is there a mod makes blind spot alert vibrate the seat? Hate that it isn’t a feature

[@Donslife]

Not that I an aware of

[@juliankosir4707]

Do you think this same mod would work for a 2024 AT4?

[@Donslife]

I would contact Boost Auto to be sure

[@brightpaul]

Do the inside back bed lights come on as well

[@Donslife]

Yes

[@tototototototoable]

What led light strip did you use on the tailgate?

[@Donslife]

Funny you ask. It is a inexpensive Amazon one. I noticed 1 burnt out Red LED so I am going to replace it eventually with a Putco one. More money, but better quality

[@johndavisdiaz8637]

Will this Mod also make the reverse light come on when you hit the cargo switch? wanting to add light bar under rear bumper that works with truck in reverse or when I turn on cargo switch.

[@Donslife]

No it won’t trigger the reverse lights with the cargo switch

[@johndavisdiaz8637]

@@Donslife we’ll have you made any other videos that would show that mod or how to wire it? Or have a suggestion on where to look

[@Donslife]

Sorry, I don’t.

[@whittberretta6511]

Hey Don, what light bar do you have? I have a 20 Sierra with the multi-pro tailgate and i wasn’t sure if i could get a tail light bar back there because of that wire bundle in the center of the truck. Thanks!

[@Donslife]

The one I currently have is just a cheap Amazon one. One red LED has already burnt out in less than 1 yr. I have my eyes on a Putco branded one to replace it

[@richdavis6755]

Do you have a video showing how you installed the illuminated GMC in your grill?

[@Donslife]

Yes 100% dozens of videos of AT4 stuff too! Link : kzbin.info/www/bejne/aILFlJSweK-egrs

[@photomech]

These mods will probably affect the warranty?

[@Donslife]

I am not worried. They have to be proven to contribute to a warrantied item failing

[@richardlong2975]

Don, I installed the Fog Light mod and the Cargo/Reverse mod from Boost Auto Parts. The Fog Lights were no issue but the Cargo/Reverse does not light up when unlocking the vehicle. Lights do come on when in reverse or turning on cargo switch. Can you direct me in how to get it to turn on with remote??

[@Donslife]

It has to be dark outside. Or cover up the ambient light sensor on the middle of the dash. Try that

[@Livin_Easy]

Do you know if there is a way to have that light come on when you unlock the truck, like the cargo lights in the bed Do? I know ford has always done that.. Does boost bake a mod for that you know of

[@Donslife]

I have you covered : kzbin.info/www/bejne/bpq7Y4evp9esZ5o

[@Livin_Easy]

@@Donslife nice. I'm thinking of doing the all 6 light mod also

[@dylanstephens3776]

Please explain how that wire is directional all it’s doing is bridging the current right?

[@Donslife]

One end of the wire houses a diode which allows electrical current to flow in one direction

[@dylanstephens3776]

@@Donslife makes sense thanks for the reply

[@funhumanusa]

Hi, your videos are great. I just bought a 2023 AT4. I'm curious, I don't see a follow up to your potential purchase or thoughts on the AT4X. I am bummed I did not go for an X just to have the added capabilities. When I was browsing pricing, I did not realize the AEV package was an option and did not want to spend $90k USA. I also own a 2021 Escalade ESV (I could give you a full page of dislikes all mostly safety related). I bought the Boost fog lamp mod and I am about to order the bed light reverse part. Curious are you ever concerned about tapping into the same wire multiple times? For instance, the pink circuit wire #6 as it used for multiple tweaks.

[@stevemoening2205]

What bed cover do you have on your truck? Like the mod.

[@Donslife]

In this video a Bakflip. Now I have an EGR RollTrac

[@David_Truck]

I cant believe i missed this video all this time. Glad i found it ill be making my purchase now. Hows it holding up 2 years later?

[@Donslife]

Good! Thanks for watching

[@ken_shamrock]

Hi Don! I have a 2023 sierra 1500 denali. I would appreciate it if you could tell me where the third brake light wire among the underdash connector pins.

[@seyouma722]

Why is the wire directional?

[@Donslife]

Inline Diode will only allow current to flow one direction

[@seyouma722]

@Donslife which end has the cathode facing?

[@jonathannarron5591]

My screen got the back up at night is now very hard to see on the side with the light beside the rear view camera. Any suggestions?

[@Donslife]

Are you saying that this mod has made your screen harder to see because the lights are so close to the cargo camera or the tailgate camera?

[@averagejoe6150]

So. I have a 2014 that has light bars, rock lights, and even a subwoofer. But, with all that done, I left my truck set up to where I could just remove the wires and it's basically stock again, I have a rule that i don't want to cut into ANY part of my harness. That being said, I would LOVE to use some of these mods like this one. How can add these taps so that if I end up removing them you'd never be able to tell they were there to begin with? 🤔

[@ryanjohnson9650]

Get a fuse tap and wire into the fuse box. Just gotta find the reverse light fuse location.

[@Earthmover511]

Do the in-bed lights come on as well?

[@Donslife]

Yes

[@clintonstepanekjr4241]

Hey man great video. Would u happen to know if it is wire number 26 on the pink and brown on a 2013 silverado LT as well? I just upgraded my rear lights and when i got to the cargo lights the original bulbs were never even lit since i bought it in 2013 lol. Would be nice to have them come on when reversing.

[@Donslife]

Sorry I don’t know. I would recommend reaching out to BoostAutoParts.

[@JimmySmith-iv3zt]

does this actually help to see whatsoever? or just make the truck look better basically!

[@Donslife]

It makes you more visible to others when backing out of a parking spot.

[@Juantamps1188]

Would they turn on when you open door?

[@moawia.farraj]

thanx man 👍🏼 great job i did it and finally works

[@Donslife]

Nice!

[@701_user]

Hey man great video,I was wondering would this still work on a Chevy Silverado ltd custom 2022?

[@stevehayes6047]

Is the bypass you're using only specific to late model Silverado/Sierra? I have a 2013 Silverado, and I already installed the fog light mod in mine. I wonder if this works on 07-13?

[@Donslife]

Not sure. I only looked for the part specific to 2019-2021. It might be the same part but surely a different set of wires to tap into. Check out their website if you haven’t yet and filter it to your truck. Boostautoparts.com

[@stevehayes6047]

@@Donslife The website doesn't list anything for my year..but im wondering if it's the same part number. Thanks for the reply! 👍

[@matth1862]

Great mod & video. I was watching one of your other video's of u installing the tailgate led lights & noticed them controlled with ur remote. I am assuming this mod controls the tailgate lights vs. turning on the cargo lights in the cab? I purchased a 2022 AT4 refreshed model & I enjoy watching you channel!

[@Donslife]

Correct. This BoostAutoParts mod allows it. Keep in mind the ambient light sensor on the dash can play a part in various lighting behavior too

[@jyoung11jy]

I did both of these Boost Auto light mods. Had the truck in for service and there were stored codes for fog light to battery ground, cargo light to battery ground, etc. The computer recognizes that the lights are on without being activated. I'm surprised BA doesn't notify that these will appear.

[@701_user]

Was there any issues with the truck tho

[@jyoung11jy]

@@701_user Not that I could tell. But the truck wasn't running due to engine failure at the time so who knows.

[@kevinakey3746]

👍

[@Donslife]

Thank you for watching!

[@christianpizarro3639]

Hey Don I love your videos 💪🏾. Great work man. I’m trying to find the front LED for my 2019 Sierra Denali haven’t had any luck. I checked the dealer but they don’t seem to make it for the 2019. Is there anywhere else that I can find it? Thanks I’m advanced!

[@Donslife]

Thanks! Are you referring to the illuminated GMC logo? If you are, they are made for the 2019+ new body style and not any of the 2019 outgoing body style

[@christianpizarro3639]

Hey Don sorry for missing out on the specifics🤦🏽‍♂️. Yes the logo like the one you installed on your truck.

[@ivanchavez7207]

Will these mods void warranty??

[@Donslife]

Not unless the manufacturer can prove the mod caused a warrantied part or system to fail.

[@heathross3937]

Would you say the cargo light and tailgate light in reverse add any substantial visibility over the stock setup?

[@Donslife]

No, I would say they make you much more visible to vehicles and pedestrians behind you. There is a big safety gain if you are backing out of locations often

[@davidzepeda769]

Do you have a part number for those side steps can't find them anywhere

[@Donslife]

AT4 High Clearance Step is 84630475

[@brian5975]

Anyway to mod the front mirror lights to be on while driving?

[@Donslife]

Yes. Keep watching the vids 🤔

[@bonecrrusherSS]

What tonneau cover is that?

[@Donslife]

Here is an old video. Links in the description too if they still work. Hard Folding Tonneau / Box Cover Install. GMC Sierra Chevy Silverado kzbin.info/www/bejne/goXdfmOCgduMntk

[@arkokes]

With this mod, when you press the cargo light button, does the reverse lights turn on too?

[@Donslife]

No, they behave normally still

[@arkokes]

@@Donslife thanks

[@JakeJake2308]

Hello I just installed the diode dynamics led lights xrp 720 for my reverse lights plus HP5 for the license plate light. Makes a huge difference at night. I have another set of xrp for the cargo light but haven't had time to replace them. You think there are any long term effects with wire tapping them for this mod?

[@Donslife]

I will eventually upgrade my license plate lights too. They seem so dull now. Answer to your question : I am not concerned about tapping these specific wires.

[@mtower235]

Nice 👍. Does this actually help in reverse? I installed Rigid flush mounts in the bumper steps and that made a huge difference

[@Donslife]

Thanks for checking out the video. It does help some. Your flush mounts would be a brighter add on for sure

[@_Otaku-kt8be]

I want to see a comparison of the amount of light before and after the mod.

[@shanescarlife]

Welcome back. Missing Mexico yet? 🌨️❄️🌨️

[@Donslife]

😂 what do you think?

[@shanescarlife]

@@Donslife well, there's always tacos.... Lol!

[@urbanmechanic9254]

Did you tint the 3rd brake light

[@Donslife]

Yes sir kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y5u9eIWGn5eaa8k

[@urbanmechanic9254]

@@Donslife I looked after I posted and I'm already watching it keep up the excellent videos

[@MADDOG100ful]

How difficult would it be to put a switch in the tailgate so every time you open it all the lights come on in the bed as you're using it that way you don't have to go up to the cabin turn them on that is something GM should have had in there in the first place. That is something I could easily do from scratch, but it would be more professional with a Boost or, etc. plug and play

[@Donslife]

For sure. There are some wiring modifications a guy could perform too

[@MADDOG100ful]

Does that also turn on the tailgate step light. I would assume it does. Also, does any company make a plug n play switch to reset that shift to park warning fail. I can get mine reset by unplugging it under the knee panel on the driver's side, then plugging back in. But it only lasts a day or less. So I was going to wire in a toggle switch to reset it without removing the panel every time it malfunctions

[@elNitemare]

On mine you can just hit the button and it will turn on when in reverse or park

[@pakwest]

Hey look, a GMC Christmas tree!

[@Donslife]

🎄

[@willweinholtz1550]

These all work the same for the 2500 right

[@Donslife]

Pretty sure, but if you want your tow mirrors to light up too, it is a separate harness. Check out their website to be 100% sure of your options

[@andrewbilonick2117]

I want a company to come out with a aftermarket 3rd break light assembly that has a light bar in it that spans the full width of the spoiler

[@Donslife]

Neat idea

[@fabiodoublebroad5389]

Wait does that mean that the reverse lights will also be illuminated when you turn the cargo lights on?

[@Donslife]

Nope. The button for the cargo lights will keep them running independently

[@HarrelsonImagery]

@@Donslife The reason it does not turn the reverse lights on when you turn on the cargo light is that thick wire actually has a Diode in it. A diode only allows current to flow in one direction.

[@Donslife]

@@HarrelsonImagery yes you are correct. Many of their lighting mods employ this method. That’s why these wires have to be installed in the right direction.

[@rramirez2859]

Hey guys, I have the AT version but it's a 2014. Are these mods able to be done in mine? If not, anyone know of anyone posting videos like yours?

[@nick1122]

Where are you at ? And can you do that to mine ??

[@Donslife]

Far North in Canada 🇨🇦

[@Kookaburra4509]

Hmm. The brown and the pink…so close together 😂😂😂

[@SpookyMontero]

Nice

[@bobbyadame3248]

Does this work on refresh silverado 22'

[@Donslife]

I am would go to BoostAutoParts and see what they have for refresh compatibility

[@colsonsasseen2638]

I was wondering why you sounded like Jordon Peterson and used some of the wordings he does until I realized you’re both Canadian lol

[@Donslife]

That’s a new one 😂

[@dbrgr68]

Hey Don I appreciate everything AT4 that you share with us. FYI the links you gave us bring me to 404 page not found and may need to be updated. Cheers Love the Corvette

[@dbrgr68]

I found them quite easily when i entered my vehicle but i thought you should know Thanks again

[@Donslife]

Thanks. Sometimes the websites change the details and unless I go check them and update, they may lead to a broken link

[@Guillotines_For_Globalists]

This should really be a factory option selected through the infotainment menus.

[@Donslife]

True statement!

[@Guillotines_For_Globalists]

@@Donslife The new Fords have perimeter lighting selectable through their infotainment menus. However it has nothing to do with reverse and/or unlock triggering. With all of the menus and gizmos available I'm not sure why they dumb it down. Personally I'd be happy if there were an overwhelming list of options to choose from.

[@kevinkeagan4896]

Nahhh Not bright enough!!!😁😁 Please install an XTR LP from Xenon depot sold on Amazon" license plate light" amazing add on for my truck and SUPER BRIGHT for great price

[@Donslife]

I looked at it. Not sure it would survive the elements where I live. 🤔

[@buffalobmf]

I never understood why this was never a stock thing. In all honesty using them as cargo lights even with led’s in them theyre useless. Onlything they are good for as they come are tellimg if you left a door open by accident

[@ajmz714x4]

I need my cargo light to come on while driving so I can see back there.

[@JefferyFranchina]

Don my 2022 refresh 1500 dots not have a brown harness. Is there another color I should be looking for? I’m trying to install the dual function third brake light bed, cargo, and reverse wiring harness. By the way, I love watching all your videos. It’s so inspiring to now be able to see somebody do it live to help you modify things that you would’ve had to guess years ago.