How do I know which Uconnect system I have?
This system is identified by the sales code REQ in the lower right corner of the head unit directly below the audio jack.
There is Uconnect 5.0, Uconnect 8.4, and the Next Gen Uconnect 4. Uconnect 5.0 and Uconnect 8.4 are both previous generations of the system. The Next Gen Uconnect 4 will be the most recent version. Each generation of Uconnect has different features to a certain degree.
Upgrading your Uconnect System is essential for its security, as demonstrated by Chrysler's recent recall of vehicles after a safety scare. Owners looking to update their Uconnect Systems can do it by requesting a USB drive preloaded with the software, installing it themselves or taking it to a trusted dealership.
Setting up your Uconnect Payment Account allows you to make purchases from your vehicle (such as WiFi Hotspot) and can be used to ensure uninterrupted service at the end of the included trial period. Your Uconnect Payment Account is optional, but we recommend it so that you can enjoy the full benefits of the system.
Unfortunately, no. It's all new hardware and different operating system.
Like the FAQ said it's not possible to upgrade Uconnect.
Uconnect 5 replaces Uconnect 4C in the Ram truck lineup. Ram claims the 5 is four times faster and has three times more memory, which equate to more features, content, customization, and services for a top-notch intuitive user experience (UX) for Ram truck owners.
Photo credit: Automotive News. Uconnect has been updated to the latest Uconnect “8.4” system software. This update is for new vehicles. However, this update can be applied to recent Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) vehicles.
Top 5 Features of Uconnect 5 - YouTube
How to Update your Uconnect 8.4 System - YouTube
Does Uconnect update automatically?
Is your Uconnect® system as up-to-date as possible? Check if you're ready for an update and get the latest software to ensure your Uconnect system is functioning at peak performance. On select MY13 vehicles and beyond 13 , software updates are sent automatically to the vehicle over the air once available.
Despite the main limitations of upgrading an infotainment system, some exceptions exist. Most automakers regularly update the infotainment system in specific model years, mostly adding extra apps, data functions, or various bug fixes.
You can purchase a membership to Uconnect Services for a price of $14.99 per month. This pricing is not available to OEM, commercial or volume licensing customers.
The Uconnect® 8.4 NAV comes with a 12-month trial. The Uconnect® 8.4A comes with a 6-month trial.
How to Add Navigation to your Uconnect 8.4 System - YouTube
We will continue to update this Uconnect 5 FOTA thread with the most up to the date software level and release date.
What's the Deal with Uconnect? Let me start by saying that Chrysler's infotainment system costs $14.99 a month, with a yearly subscription available for $150. Map updates are NOT available for free. The maps usually come as a part of a big update, and you can only get them if you buy the whole package.
UCONNECT® 4C NAV WITH 8.4-INCH TOUCHSCREEN
With greater remote access 7 and control, help is there when you need it—from Roadside Assistance 8 to Navigation features to security alerts.
The bottom line is that the fifth-generation, Android-based Uconnect 5 system, first introduced at the beginning of 2020, provides the latest and greatest in-car technology that Ram and its parent, Stellantis, have to offer.
Rock out to your favorite jams with Uconnect® 3.0 with a four-line text display, integrated Voice Command, Bluetooth® Streaming Audio, a media hub with a USB port 1, an auxiliary input jack and available SiriusXM® 2 (12-month trial).
What is Uconnect 4?
Control is at your fingertips with Uconnect® 4, featuring a 7-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay® 1 support, Android Auto 2 integration, integrated Voice Command, Bluetooth® Streaming Audio and available SiriusXM® 3 (12-month trial).
How to do a Uconnect 8.4 Update yourself - YouTube
Uconnect Infotainment System
The Uconnect system itself costs nothing above what you paid for the vehicle and will operate as normal. Uconnect Access, on the other hand, is a remote services monthly subscription that gives you unrivaled access to your vehicle from just about anywhere.
You can purchase a membership to Uconnect Services for a price of $14.99 per month.
The Uconnect 4 system first launched in 2017 model-year vehicles and continues into the 2018 model-year FCA vehicle lineup.
Drivers can pair their Apple- or Android-powered smartphone to their cars via Uconnect. After completing a few basic steps, they're able to make hands-free phone calls, send text messages thanks to cloud-based voice recognition technology, and access their list of contacts.
- Step 1: On your Uconnect 3.0: Push 'MENU' button. Scroll to 'Bluetooth' and push 'ENTER' button. Scroll to 'Pair a device' and push 'ENTER' button.
- Step 2: On Your Apple iPhone 7: Go to Settings. Select 'Bluetooth' Turn the Bluetooth ON.
The Uconnect® 5.0 NAV/RA5 features a 5-inch touchscreen, integrated Voice Command, Bluetooth® Streaming Audio, GPS Navigation and available SiriusXM® Satellite Radio 1.