Updating the 8.4AN Uconnect with the 2017 GPS map update.on the 2014 RAM 2500 Cummins 4 x 4.
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@nicholascameron82586 жыл бұрын
Thank You Mr. Blair. Your video was very helpful. I was able to update my map following your directions. Here are some things I noticed while doing the update. I had version 6 on my 2017 Ram 1500 Limited. First, I hooked up a charger to my battery as suggested, and kept the key fob in vehicle. I turned the ignition to the run position(without motor running). But on mine, it would shut down after about thirty minutes, and I would have to repress the start button. Didn't seem to interfere with the download. I had three units to install, so it took me about three and a half hours to do the process. But I couldn't have done any of it without watching your video. Thanks.
@MarionBlair6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Nicholas, appreciate that. They could not make it more confusing, ha.
@rogerhundley94905 жыл бұрын
I watched this video after purchasing the update. Many of the items you mentioned as being new were already on mine and I was seriously concerned that someone had already updated it before I got the truck. Its a 2013 model and I just got it a month or so ago. I was greatly relieved when it finally gave me a date of 2011 as the database on the system so it hadn't been updated since new.
@ralphhross6 жыл бұрын
Nice video, I did get the new Map installed and one area I would have not thought was to leave the key fob in the vehicle so that was a great point you made. The update took almost 2 hours and the version I updated to was HMNA2016Q4. I have to mention that on my previous truck (F150) they send you an SD card, you plug it in, and about 20 minutes later the update is done. It's a mystery to me why with RAM you have to get the Request Code from the vehicle and then return to the computer to enter a bunch of numbers to get an 'activation code' and then enter that and wait over an hour. I do admit the Uconnect offers more features than my old truck, but I think RAM should just have you plug in the map-USB and that's it. Earlier in the week I did update the software version and that took about 45 minutes or so and was required before the maps could be installed. Anyway, the process does work successfully with most messages that come up on the screen just as the documentation shows; but there were some differences and that's not good when it takes this long to do the update. We should all bug RAM about cleaning up this process and documentation. Thank you for your video.
@MarionBlair6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Ralph, I totally agree. It would be hard to make it more complicated. I like your idea of the USB thumb drive or SD card. I screwed it up just about every which way and that was after reading the instructions for an hour. The good thing about the video is you can edit out all the cursing, ha.
@dizm1006 жыл бұрын
I just did the same thing a week ago I paid $168 from uconnect i opted for the faster shipping . It still doesn't have alot of streets or highway on it i'm kinda pissed . that being said i appreciate your videos Marion!
@MarionBlair6 жыл бұрын
Yea, me too. It's 2016 4th quarter, it just took Uconnect a friggen year to get it out but better than what we had, I guess.
@ooohlaa135 жыл бұрын
are you talking about a unit similar to the one I purchased at Harbor Freight that you use to jump star car with dead battery and also has an air compressor for tires? i have heard people call it trickle charger, is this the same thing? Mine can be plugged into electric to charge it takes 24 hours or more.???
@devilsadvocate7772 Жыл бұрын
Hi Marion - Excellent Video, and thanks!!! One question (Step-by-step-for-dummies :-)) - When you first put the USB in the truck to get the requestor code; with the engine already running - once you have written down the requestor code to go back to the computer with, do you pull out the USB and shut the truck down, or do you have to keep it on while you are trying to activate it on the internet?? I would assume so; and then re-insert the USB and restart the truck once ready for the download/update??
@raykrv6a6 жыл бұрын
You're a damn rebel Marion. LMAO. I enjoy the hell out of your videos and reasoning. When I bought my truck in 2014, the map was from 2012 and didn't have new freeway. I sat in my truck while doing the damn update. Then ran in the house and peed.
@MarionBlair6 жыл бұрын
Ha, thanks. appreciate that.
@bayonne6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the Vid Marion as always. I have a 2017 truck and I'm not sure which version I have as of now. Did you notice anything different after uploading the New Maps?
@MarionBlair6 жыл бұрын
Probably not $150 worth, ha. but I'm thinking it's necessary to be able to rely on it. I always follow my GPS blindly.
@benc.74466 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video. Did you notice any changes to the map features or look? I raised a point to someone I know at FCA about the content of the map. My wife has a E Class Mercedes and that nav system shows campgrounds but my truck that I use to haul my 5th wheel does not🤔. If that was updated I would consider the expense.
@MarionBlair6 жыл бұрын
Thanks, it does have campgrounds in the search. It's under travel and then you can choose RV/Campgrounds. It has a few extra features. I'll probably do a quick video on the new features in a few days.
@donthurman81896 жыл бұрын
Marion, thanks for all your videos. I have learned a lot. Would you be able to provide a part number for the NAPA oil filter wrench you use in your oil change videos..thanks again I look forward to your videos.
@MarionBlair6 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I just looked at it and there's no part #. It just says 93/15 which is 93 mm and 15 point. To tell you the truth, I bought a Fram at Walmart that looks just as good and fits perfectly. If you've got a NAPA store around you, tell them you need a 93 mm 3/8" drive and they'll fix you up.
@angelosartori295 Жыл бұрын
Great video, now how did you get the request code? Mine don’t show a code on that screen. I checked for software updates but said it’s all up to date? But mine is a 15. Something. And I see yours is 17. I can’t update my navigation. Nothing pops up on the screen when I plug in the usb. 2014 ram 1500.
@memoryrussell73995 жыл бұрын
THANK YOU
@fullertonautone6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for all your videos, i have a 2014 jeep diesel as well as a 2017 ram 2500 diesel, my question is did this cost you anything because ram is asking me for a $150 to update maps on my ram, thanks again Greg
@MarionBlair5 жыл бұрын
Yes, $150. sorry for the delay
@w.f.70635 жыл бұрын
Marion, I’ve just loaded the 17.43.01 uconnect update to my 8.4an... 2013 ram 2500 6.7.. the backup cam has what seems to be high contrast... if I reset the radio to factory settings, what exactly does that change?.. just your personal settings ... I’m presuming it keeps the newest update on truck?? Any advice would be appreciated
@MarionBlair5 жыл бұрын
Hi, it will keep your latest update. You'll lose your favorites for radio stations and personal inputted stuff but that's all. When you reset it, may come up with a different intro screen than you had before but it will update that in an hour or so. leave it out of the garage where the satellite and cell signal can get to the truck. It fixed mine. thanks. Good luck. My personal opinion is, it won't hurt anything to do the reset from what I've seen and heard others report.
@w.f.70635 жыл бұрын
Marion Blair I did do the factory reset last night before me n wife went to bed .... lol.. it was bugging me ... but the factory reset made the camera turn back to , I think, even better clarity than it was before .... and today I just did the 2017 update to the maps...thanks for your response sir... love watching your videos ...
@MarionBlair5 жыл бұрын
W. F. Oh, that's good to hear. The factory reset has been pretty successful at fixing an ugly back up image. Unconnect told me not to do it but I did it anyway, you may have seen the video on my problem with the update and fix. that.kzfaq.info/get/bejne/b8mnlKZ-rpPQj2g.html
@dhansel48355 жыл бұрын
You would think as much as these cost they would have FREE lifetime map updates. My Garmin has that and it works great!
@MarionBlair5 жыл бұрын
Totally agree and to make it worse, the updates are a year old before they release them.
@duanegallagher16625 жыл бұрын
Would you be so kind as to tell me which USB port you used for the update? I’m helping my neighbor update theirs and it doesn’t finish the update. It tells us the “code” is wrong. We are using the port on the radio itself. Thank you in advance!
@MarionBlair5 жыл бұрын
I use the one inside the console between the seats.
@duanegallagher16625 жыл бұрын
Marion Blair, thank you! Do you then use the ‘voice command’ to start the process? Thanks again. This is my last question. I promise.
@MarionBlair5 жыл бұрын
@@duanegallagher1662 no voice. It should.riun but give it a while to get the file running. It's slow getting started. Nn problem contact me anytime
@duanegallagher16625 жыл бұрын
Marion Blair ok, thanks! I’ll let you know how it goes.
@duanegallagher16625 жыл бұрын
Well, I tried 3 times to update the maps in my neighbor’s 2012 Grand Cherokee. I did manage to get the Garmin firmware updated. But each time I went through the process according to the instructions that came with the update. Each time it goes to the end and after entering the ‘unlock’ code it reports that the unlock code is invalid. I told my neighbors to contact Garmin and if they can’t help them to get a refund from Chrysler. Thank you for your input on this matter. 👍
@dedduck876 жыл бұрын
Lmao nice vid!
@crowman59366 жыл бұрын
I would like to see the screen with the map working to see if it's worthwhile to update.
@MarionBlair6 жыл бұрын
The 17.11.07 Uconnect update had some visual changes. I think the map update is just adding new road and that sort of thing. It's already a year old.
@crowman59366 жыл бұрын
Sounds like it's not worth the time or money then.
@bluryyman89795 жыл бұрын
Marion made another video on it : kzfaq.info/get/bejne/iNuEe8eSqsfVfqM.html
@califaern3sto4 жыл бұрын
There's another one now, the 2018 map update.
@MarionBlair4 жыл бұрын
I think I'll order that I want to do a video on it
@paulg4444 жыл бұрын
where do I get mine? what is the website to order from ?
@MarionBlair4 жыл бұрын
Right here; chryslergroup.navigation.com/home/en_US/ChryslerNA/USD?&CPC&HERE-NA-Google&RAM-ENG-US&gclid=CjwKCAiAqqTuBRBAEiwA7B66hWn1cixL2bbpZfYG_pdFv8Bg7v2IIeGTUvhei8Als2tWyLo66OWqQxoC63kQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds
@richardray63165 жыл бұрын
How long in total did it take and has anybody drive while doing it?
@MarionBlair5 жыл бұрын
It was over an hour easy
@MarionBlair5 жыл бұрын
instructions say don't drive while you're updating it. I just put the ignition to run and put a battery charger on my truck
@morgancrabtree87654 жыл бұрын
$65,000 or higher trucks and Mopar wants to charge $100 for map updates. Absolutely ridiculous. Map updates should be OTA and free.
@markusgautschi606 жыл бұрын
4:22 Like the comment: its got the idiots covered!
@MarionBlair6 жыл бұрын
Thanks, that's me, ha
@redeye03156 жыл бұрын
Could you now sell the disc to me and I update mine?
@MarionBlair6 жыл бұрын
I don't think it will work since it's paired to the VIN?
@evilone67856 жыл бұрын
Idle for an hour ummm no
@tallll706 жыл бұрын
that is completely crazy to purchase 40k truck and pay 150 bucks for "software" map update. It's not like they building some advanced carburetor for that money
@MarionBlair6 жыл бұрын
tallll70 yeah they'll get you any way they can
@allincamo6 жыл бұрын
why I often think about a tradesman , update after update , thats until it becomes obsolete software . Then were all @#$%^&* !
@MarionBlair6 жыл бұрын
Ya, KISS method and save about 10K but it's nice when traveling especially towing. My friend put an after market in his Chevy for about $1000. Chevy wanted 2K for a new one. HIs went totally out after 7 years.
@saeedbenjamin88136 жыл бұрын
I'm tired of the connected cars ... why does dodge not offer an offline ability to the touchscreen and maybe some actual backups like you would get with the purchase of any pc?
@MarionBlair6 жыл бұрын
I'm guessing but probably, $$$$$$
@saeedbenjamin88136 жыл бұрын
Marion Blair currently buying a new car is a want not a need these automakers need to understand this. For me to own an infotainment system I need greater control
@MarionBlair6 жыл бұрын
Yea, the RAM's pretty complex, it integrates cell phone with GPS along with the video from the cameras etc... It can be a nightmare when things go wrong. Mine went bad under warranty, I think these things are pretty expensive to replace. Probably close to a grand.
@saeedbenjamin88136 жыл бұрын
Marion Blair the os is basically a version of raspberry pi ... it is made complicated to ensure they can screw you out of money. I will never understand why consumers are willing to accept no control of their vehicle os ... I am the person who buys new cars until they forced infotainment on us. I'm ok if I never buy new again.
@MarionBlair6 жыл бұрын
I hear you, and agree. The profit on those infotainment systems are probably off the chart for everyone that touches it, Uconnect, RAM, the dealer, FCA etc etc. Then we pay our hard earned money for a flawed radio that we have to pay the dealer to fix.
@margaretcoppola47534 жыл бұрын
What?
@MarionBlair4 жыл бұрын
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@tonyo.61146 жыл бұрын
Isn't it amazing that they charge so much for the maps while when you buy a Garmin GPS you get free unlimited downloads. Anything to rob ya hahahaha. This summer I've received and "over-the-air" update. It said to leave the truck running and should take about an hour. It did a uConnect update that took 20 mins. Everyone is so scared to let these things idle. I say its ridicules. They included a AC plug in it for what? Obviously to use power equipment, etc.... If they don't want you to idle it then how are you to use it? Are we suppose to run down the road using a table saw or drill, etc..? Let 'em idle :)