Please reply YES or NO of you would you like to see detailed instruction on how to update you Uconnect Radio for the 2018 JL Wrangler when it becomes available. Also please let me know what size radio you have. 8.4, 7.0 or 5.0 as this will help me decide which radio to use for my demonstration. I may need to do all of the different size radios.
I have a 2018 Grand Cherokee with the 8.4 Uconnect. Today, while driving, a message popped up similar to the one shown in the video saying an update was available, but the engine had to be off and the transmission in 'park' to install. I think it gave me the option to "do it now" (which I declined), but then it gave me a clock with the option to set the time for the update to commence. I set the clock for one hour later, drove home, and parked the car in the garage. Just now, I went to the Uconnect site that the video demonstrates, and it told me "There are no updates available at this time for your 2018 equipped with this system." But there is no log that I could find there to tell me when and if their over-the-air update had installed. So I went out and started the car, and up popped a message telling me that my Uconnect software had been updated. Super! Then there was a button to push for "What's New?" I pushed it and it told me to push the "Assist" button in the car for update information. That, I assume, is the button up on the right bottom of the mirror opposite the 'SOS' button, and would make a phone call to some operator somewhere. I didn't test it because it's now 3 AM where I am. Maybe later. A couple of observations. One, this is terrific, I really like the radio and its features, and their system seems to be working and getting better. Two, right before their initial message came up while I was driving this afternoon, I had tried to change the volume on the music and noted that the volume control wasn't working. This would have caused concern but for the fact that the "update" announcement came up right after that so I realized their "fingers" were poking around in there from cyberspace. I had two other episodes similar to this since I got the car (end of January, 2018). First time, I was in a parking lot with the keyfob in my pocket, but the doors wouldn't lock. I opened the door and locked manually, then they would not UNLOCK. Rats. So I messed around for several minutes and finally got the hatch door to open. Then, a short time later, the door "unlock" resumed working as normal. Second time, the radio system went completely dead--nothing I could do to bring it up. It was when the dealer (nearby) was open, so I drove in and had their service rep check it out--he had no clue--said bring it back in the morning, etc. Next morning, though, everything was up and running perfectly again. I went back by the dealership and told my guy--nice guy, but he didn't know--I guess everybody is chasing the learning curve on this stuff. From those episodes, and now what happened today, I'm assuming all three were due to their remote "checker/installer" being actively working on my car and causing the temporary outages. Again, everything on those occasions resumed operating normally. But THIS TIME, I got the warning message and the option to schedule the time for their update. Perhaps this is an added feature, part of their ongoing system improvements? If so, well and good, and I hope the "warning message" and option to set the time continues to go with anything else they send down.
Can you show how to enter dealer mode with the 5.0 UConnect? My 2018 Sport doesn't have independent buttons for hot/cold. but a single dial for the temperature control. So I can put that button combo. That seems to be the missing piece that no one (that i can find yet) will show people how to do.
Yes please do the usb but why are you against the easy update now option that is easier for end users? I’ve done the usb update to my gc and the ota is just easier.
You are right, OTA is easier. But There is a couple of reasons I’m not a big fan of the Over the air. The first is when you get in your car to go somewhere you are going somewhere and most likely on a schedule so if you have to make sure you have plenty of time. Also I have replaced multiple radios because customers had to turn the vehicle off during the middle of and update. I would just rather be in control of the update I guess. Working at a dealer just hear a lot of complaints from customers about OTA update. Thank you for commenting 👍🏻 what radio do you have?
if you want to do an update why can you put the update a on a flash drive from your home computer instead of over the air? it think it would be faster...
Hi frank. The reason you would select no is due to the inconvenience and timing. You are not able to cut the car off during an update. If you did I may damage the radio. Here is my video on the usb update. th-cam.com/video/a9o50Sguxl8/w-d-xo.html
Thanks for the video. I watched it to see how to access the screen that shows my current software version. BTW, isn't the term "VIN number" a bit redundant redundant? ;-)
Hello.... I bought my jeep about 3 weeks ago. An this pops up ... connected services require service. Wedid check the VIN and it says it's updated. I'm wondering what that means now??
Supposedly it will be available this summer. I have no idea why they don't have it yet. No way to add it yet until its available. For now we just have to use the off road angles displayed in the cluster in the off road section.
Brandon, I'd love to see how to actually update my radio. I'm assuming you download the update to a flash or use a usb cable from your computer and run the update from the file you downloaded. Thanks! Vickie
I have a 2018 JLR that I replaced my 7in Uconnect with a 8.4 Uconnect from another wrangler. How do I get updates since the vin numbers would from 2 different vehicles?
Any idea why a 2020 JL would lose media function. CarPlay was working a few weeks ago. Now when I plug my iPhone in, it charges, but will not pull up CarPlay or the media on the phone. Not sure what to do.
Hi. I just got my JL, im bothered by the wind noise at 60mph and above, can you please make a comparison on jk vs JL hardtop on wind noise? Or can you use a db meter on your phone so i could compare it to mine. Thanks
Jeep Informant i have a sports s unlimited, so 4 door hardtop. Some people in forums are saying their JK has less wind noise than JLs and im concerned about that. I could suggest probably just using an app on android phones or ios and a proper decibel meter so that viewers can compare it at home. Thanks
Jeep Informant i dont mind. I just want the new JL owners to know too about this and have some kind of basis for comparison. Ill try to record a video using spectrum on ios too.
I have a 2018 jeep wrangler rubicon with the uconnect 4c 8.4 alpine upgrade, but my screen does not have the "GO activate services" icon on it? do you have any idea why it is not there? thanks
also I checked and it says my software is up to date... but I don't have the "GO activate services" icon in the apps screens... I have no idea why it is not there?
I have the 2018 JL Rubicon and I don’t have the off road app. I don’t have the 8” screen. Mine screen looks like a 5”. Is that the reason for not have the app because I don’t have the fancy 8” set up?
i dont this their site works properly for consumers. i have a jeep 2016 and theres no updates as of 2023... i work in software development... umm 8 years no updates... sure ok.
uconnect is crap, been trying to figure out all that's need to replace the head unit with a pioneer or kenwood, since the panasonic that's in there is a flaming pile of garbage.. there's a pending class action lawsuit against mopar because of it..
Please reply YES or NO of you would you like to see detailed instruction on how to update you Uconnect Radio for the 2018 JL Wrangler when it becomes available. Also please let me know what size radio you have. 8.4, 7.0 or 5.0 as this will help me decide which radio to use for my demonstration. I may need to do all of the different size radios.
Jeep Informant yes 8.4
This video will show you how to update your radio. If there’s one available. th-cam.com/video/a9o50Sguxl8/w-d-xo.html
Yes I would to see the update
Yes 8.4
I have the 8.4 screen JL 2018 Rubicon
I have a 2018 Grand Cherokee with the 8.4 Uconnect. Today, while driving, a message popped up similar to the one shown in the video saying an update was available, but the engine had to be off and the transmission in 'park' to install. I think it gave me the option to "do it now" (which I declined), but then it gave me a clock with the option to set the time for the update to commence. I set the clock for one hour later, drove home, and parked the car in the garage. Just now, I went to the Uconnect site that the video demonstrates, and it told me "There are no updates available at this time for your 2018 equipped with this system." But there is no log that I could find there to tell me when and if their over-the-air update had installed. So I went out and started the car, and up popped a message telling me that my Uconnect software had been updated. Super! Then there was a button to push for "What's New?" I pushed it and it told me to push the "Assist" button in the car for update information. That, I assume, is the button up on the right bottom of the mirror opposite the 'SOS' button, and would make a phone call to some operator somewhere. I didn't test it because it's now 3 AM where I am. Maybe later.
A couple of observations. One, this is terrific, I really like the radio and its features, and their system seems to be working and getting better. Two, right before their initial message came up while I was driving this afternoon, I had tried to change the volume on the music and noted that the volume control wasn't working. This would have caused concern but for the fact that the "update" announcement came up right after that so I realized their "fingers" were poking around in there from cyberspace.
I had two other episodes similar to this since I got the car (end of January, 2018). First time, I was in a parking lot with the keyfob in my pocket, but the doors wouldn't lock. I opened the door and locked manually, then they would not UNLOCK. Rats. So I messed around for several minutes and finally got the hatch door to open. Then, a short time later, the door "unlock" resumed working as normal. Second time, the radio system went completely dead--nothing I could do to bring it up. It was when the dealer (nearby) was open, so I drove in and had their service rep check it out--he had no clue--said bring it back in the morning, etc. Next morning, though, everything was up and running perfectly again. I went back by the dealership and told my guy--nice guy, but he didn't know--I guess everybody is chasing the learning curve on this stuff.
From those episodes, and now what happened today, I'm assuming all three were due to their remote "checker/installer" being actively working on my car and causing the temporary outages. Again, everything on those occasions resumed operating normally. But THIS TIME, I got the warning message and the option to schedule the time for their update. Perhaps this is an added feature, part of their ongoing system improvements? If so, well and good, and I hope the "warning message" and option to set the time continues to go with anything else they send down.
Wow having issues and needed the radio’s version…..somebody mentioned you had a video. Brilliant! You’re getting famous bro!
Yes want to see detailed info on uconnect update - thanks !!
Yes! I have the JL with the 8.4 screen.
Yes, please provide the detailed instructions on how to update my Uconnect Radio for the 2018 JL Wrangler
Please demonstrate the USB update for the JL. I’m sure the incoming JT may have the similar feature. Thank you.
Will do! thank you very much for taking the time and commenting!👍🏻
Yes please. JL rubicon 8.4 screen.
Can you show how to enter dealer mode with the 5.0 UConnect? My 2018 Sport doesn't have independent buttons for hot/cold. but a single dial for the temperature control. So I can put that button combo. That seems to be the missing piece that no one (that i can find yet) will show people how to do.
Brandon please show me how to update Uconnect system
Yes please do the usb but why are you against the easy update now option that is easier for end users? I’ve done the usb update to my gc and the ota is just easier.
You are right, OTA is easier. But There is a couple of reasons I’m not a big fan of the Over the air. The first is when you get in your car to go somewhere you are going somewhere and most likely on a schedule so if you have to make sure you have plenty of time. Also I have replaced multiple radios because customers had to turn the vehicle off during the middle of and update. I would just rather be in control of the update I guess. Working at a dealer just hear a lot of complaints from customers about OTA update. Thank you for commenting 👍🏻 what radio do you have?
So how do you update the software if you had a 5” radio and put a 7” radio in by plug and play? Obviously the vin is going to show it has a 5”...
if you want to do an update why can you put the update a on a flash drive from your home computer instead of over the air? it think it would be faster...
Does it support you connect five for the 2024?
Why would you select no and not update when the car says. Also yes I would like to see the USB update.
Hi frank. The reason you would select no is due to the inconvenience and timing. You are not able to cut the car off during an update. If you did I may damage the radio. Here is my video on the usb update. th-cam.com/video/a9o50Sguxl8/w-d-xo.html
Thanks for the video.
Yes please
What radio do you have?
Yes
Yes, Please do the USB update
Will do👍🏻
What size radio do you have Mark?
8.4 sir and tyvm for all your informational vids!
Your welcome. I enjoy doing it. 😊
I have 2018 jl sport with small screen. My screen is stuck in the loading mode. Cannot turn radio off no response.
Thanks for the video. I watched it to see how to access the screen that shows my current software version. BTW, isn't the term "VIN number" a bit redundant redundant? ;-)
Hello....
I bought my jeep about 3 weeks ago. An this pops up ... connected services require service. Wedid check the VIN and it says it's updated. I'm wondering what that means now??
Yes, please show how to do the update via USB
Whats happening Rich. Here is the video on updating with the USB. Hope this helps. 👍 th-cam.com/video/a9o50Sguxl8/w-d-xo.html
So is it Offroad page going to be available for the 2018 JL? If not, can you tell us a way to add it ourselves?
Supposedly it will be available this summer. I have no idea why they don't have it yet. No way to add it yet until its available. For now we just have to use the off road angles displayed in the cluster in the off road section.
Brandon, I'd love to see how to actually update my radio. I'm assuming you download the update to a flash or use a usb cable from your computer and run the update from the file you downloaded. Thanks! Vickie
How do I update an 2018 compass.
GREAT
YES
I have a 2018 JLR that I replaced my 7in Uconnect with a 8.4 Uconnect from another wrangler. How do I get updates since the vin numbers would from 2 different vehicles?
Any idea why a 2020 JL would lose media function. CarPlay was working a few weeks ago. Now when I plug my iPhone in, it charges, but will not pull up CarPlay or the media on the phone. Not sure what to do.
My jeeps Uconnect is not updating ans showing nothing on the screen but error code 20 can you please lemme know what to do . Thanks
Yes how do you update with usb
Hi. I just got my JL, im bothered by the wind noise at 60mph and above, can you please make a comparison on jk vs JL hardtop on wind noise? Or can you use a db meter on your phone so i could compare it to mine. Thanks
Yes I have been think about doing that. What kinda to do you have. Hard top, soft top or power top? 2 door or 4 door.
Jeep Informant i have a sports s unlimited, so 4 door hardtop. Some people in forums are saying their JK has less wind noise than JLs and im concerned about that. I could suggest probably just using an app on android phones or ios and a proper decibel meter so that viewers can compare it at home. Thanks
I have a db meter on my phone already. For wind noises. Do you mind if I give you a shout out.
I’m using the app SpectrumView for IOS
Jeep Informant i dont mind. I just want the new JL owners to know too about this and have some kind of basis for comparison. Ill try to record a video using spectrum on ios too.
How do I reset factdefaults? My nav is stuck in on the west coast?
Disconnect the battery for 10 min. What type of Jeep?
@@BrandonHaneline JL 20’ Wrangler Unlimited 4 door
Did not help!
I think there is an update on the radio for that
I have a 2018 jeep wrangler rubicon with the uconnect 4c 8.4 alpine upgrade, but my screen does not have the "GO activate services" icon on it? do you have any idea why it is not there? thanks
also I checked and it says my software is up to date... but I don't have the "GO activate services" icon in the apps screens... I have no idea why it is not there?
How do you do it on a 2012 jk
Unfortunately you can’t update the 2012 radio via usb.
No volume!!
I have the 2018 JL Rubicon and I don’t have the off road app. I don’t have the 8” screen. Mine screen looks like a 5”. Is that the reason for not have the app because I don’t have the fancy 8” set up?
i dont this their site works properly for consumers. i have a jeep 2016 and theres no updates as of 2023... i work in software development... umm 8 years no updates... sure ok.
This no longer works lol
uconnect is crap, been trying to figure out all that's need to replace the head unit with a pioneer or kenwood, since the panasonic that's in there is a flaming pile of garbage.. there's a pending class action lawsuit against mopar because of it..
Could you please help me with me uconect. I have a problem and I know you are the one to help me… how can I reach you… email or something???