I also have a tradesman with the 5". I'm planning on putting in the larger. It's plug and play and you gain all of the advanced features. Same with the nicer dash. With the dash you just need the alpha obd app to correct the odometer. You can also make a ton more tweaks with the app. The trucks are basically Laramie ready.
What a bummer! We’re picking up our 2020 Ram 1500 Tradesman Tuesday and I was under the impression I could upgrade to the 12” screen! Everything about this truck is perfect (color, interior, seating, etc), and my husband is in love with it, but I’ll be driving it the most and am not happy about not being able to upgrade! You’d think you would be able to do this when you pay so much. My 2008 Town n Country has same features as this! Sheesh!
Well done. Thank you very much. I used to have a car with a U-Connect 8.4, and the satellite stations that you pre-set were named across the top, along with the channel number. I now have a vehicle with a 5.0 screen, as you demoed. I haven't had it very long, but I find it somewhat cumbersome having to remember what station relates to each number. The 4 numbers isn't bad, and those are my most frequently used stations. But when you select all the station pre-sets, it tests your memory. Other than that, I like the unit. It's easy to use, and I don't need a navigation feature. I know my way around quite well without it.......Thanks again.
Thank you for this review!! This is exactly what I was looking for. I have a new Tradesman with the basic radio and was contemplating upgrading to this radio. Does the backup camera show up on the radio screen? Mines currently in the rear view mirror. Do you have the steering wheel controls?
Motor Head thanks! My current radio is the am/fm Bluetooth one. I forgot the exact name but it’s the next level down from this radio. How many XM presets are there? Is it easy to “channel surf” on XM using one of the buttons?
I had another question. When you turn the truck on does the satellite radio come on automatically or do you have to go through menu and select xm? In my old vehicle as soon as I started the vehicle XM came right on.
If I missed it I apologize, but is there a way to have the volume of your radio lowered for when you start your car?Every time I start my car, the radio comes on and it's loud as hell. Also, when I use my remote start as soon as I opened the door the radio starts playing and it's loud. I cannot figure out how to lower the volume so it's at a reasonable volume!
So I had to have the van jumped and after I started it the radio screen never turned on it’s still completely black. On/off button does nothing. Any plugs im unaware of to check or anything at all? Would really appreciate the help
u said the main reason u did it was for the backup camera. Was the camera installed from the factory and worked when u installed the new radio or did u also install a new backup camera
Now all i need you to help me figure is how to control ipod. When I plug in my ipod to the usb, I can play it through the stereo, but my screen locks and I can only find a specific song through the U3 screen. How do I control ipod so I can scroll through the ipod??
Hi did you ever find out how to do this ? I've had my car with this radio for 4 years and now the radio turns its self off every 20 mins or so and it wont connect to any bluetooth devices (eg phone) anymore either. I thought a hard reset might work. I've already tried taking the fuse out and putting it back in but had no luck.
Hey so I had the radio with the uconnect 3.0 I upgraded to the uconnect 5.0 (the one in the video) and when I switch to reverse the back up camera shows up in the mirror and the radio shows a blue screen. I ordered a new rear view mirror with the microphone so will it be plug and play? Will it switch the camera to the radio and use the microphone for phone calls?
I would revert to disconnecting your batteries from the terminals and leave off for 15 minutes. Then reinstall to see if all is back working to normal.
It shouldn’t but if it does you can go on ebay and find somebody who can give you the unlock code. It sounds risky but I used it to find my unlock code and it worked and it only cost be $5
It shouldent lock up but if it does you can go on eBay and some people can retrieve the code for you. It sounds risky but i used it and I was able to get the anti theft code and unlock my radio
Jawco777 I would absolutely do that if I could, but all I have to do is just press the media button and I’m good...I rarely listen to radio, I listen more to my phone by Bluetooth and Sirius radio.
@@MotorHead18 I just got mine and I was afraid there was no way around that. Not a big deal just a bit irritating since I rarely listen to the radio either.
Hector Torres No clue, but I would just search the exact year/make/model of your truck and add 8.4 radio and bezel in the search function and it should pop up!
I'm having issues with this radio after changing the battery my radio cuts off and reboots every 3-4 minutes i have tried multiple ways to rest and even done a hard reset ( disconnecting the battery and touch both + - together overnight ) still no solution in the issue i did read in a ram form that there's a hidden radio fuse under the hood near the brake booster anyone have had this issue and found the fix PLEASE let me know it's driving me crazy
I have a ram 1500 with the same Uconnect and in my opinion it is by far one of the worst systems ever if you enjoy quality sound. I have been contemplating on replacing it with an aftermarket deck so I was just wondering if anyone has done that before and has it screwed with the functionality of the truck or the warranty? I like my sound and I would love to install aftermarket speakers that are run by an aftermarket amp and maybe a shallow mount sub under the seat. I know that you can install aftermarket speakers but because the Uconnect is so under powered it's basically pointless and it has bass roll-off. I've seen people use line out converters but it still doesn't leave you with the sound customization's like an actual aftermarket deck has. If anyone has information on doing this it would be great to hear feedback.
I would not recommend going with a aftermarket deck. There are settings for the truck (such as date/time, safety/assistance, and other settings within the settings button) that cannot be used with a aftermarket deck.
I also have a tradesman with the 5". I'm planning on putting in the larger. It's plug and play and you gain all of the advanced features. Same with the nicer dash. With the dash you just need the alpha obd app to correct the odometer. You can also make a ton more tweaks with the app. The trucks are basically Laramie ready.
They sure do make it easier now a days
What a bummer! We’re picking up our 2020 Ram 1500 Tradesman Tuesday and I was under the impression I could upgrade to the 12” screen! Everything about this truck is perfect (color, interior, seating, etc), and my husband is in love with it, but I’ll be driving it the most and am not happy about not being able to upgrade! You’d think you would be able to do this when you pay so much. My 2008 Town n Country has same features as this! Sheesh!
There has to be retro kits out there to get you a larger screen!
@@MotorHead18 If anyone could tell me where I’d love you forever! 😂 I’ll keep searching. I’m no quitter...but I’m getting on my husband’s nerves 😬
Well done. Thank you very much. I used to have a car with a U-Connect 8.4, and the satellite stations that you pre-set were named across the top, along with the channel number. I now have a vehicle with a 5.0 screen, as you demoed. I haven't had it very long, but I find it somewhat cumbersome having to remember what station relates to each number. The 4 numbers isn't bad, and those are my most frequently used stations. But when you select all the station pre-sets, it tests your memory. Other than that, I like the unit. It's easy to use, and I don't need a navigation feature. I know my way around quite well without it.......Thanks again.
No problem!
you ever thought about adding the navigation system on instead of the compass?
I don't have Nav?
Great job with this video
Thank you!
thanks dude,,better than wading threw the manual..
No problem 👍
Excellent review. You obviously know this radio.
Hero!
@Maxim Jackson bot
Thanks for the video, sold me on getting the tradesman with this radio. How’d you get a 2018 without the rotary shifter?
Dhobby Because it’s a 2500
I have a question. How to make Bluetooth default when starting the car? Mine has the radio and I would like to switch to Bluetooth. Help please!!!
That’s a good question lol but I don’t think it can default to Bluetooth because it loses connection naturally.
Thank you for this review!! This is exactly what I was looking for. I have a new Tradesman with the basic radio and was contemplating upgrading to this radio. Does the backup camera show up on the radio screen? Mines currently in the rear view mirror. Do you have the steering wheel controls?
No problem! Yes camera shows on radio and no steering wheel buttons on the back of steering wheel.
Motor Head thanks! My current radio is the am/fm Bluetooth one. I forgot the exact name but it’s the next level down from this radio. How many XM presets are there? Is it easy to “channel surf” on XM using one of the buttons?
@@nholt about 200 channels, and I am always listening to it!
I had another question. When you turn the truck on does the satellite radio come on automatically or do you have to go through menu and select xm? In my old vehicle as soon as I started the vehicle XM came right on.
@@nholt I think I always had to press xm radio instead of it automatically turning on like in my Ford
If I missed it I apologize, but is there a way to have the volume of your radio lowered for when you start your car?Every time I start my car, the radio comes on and it's loud as hell. Also, when I use my remote start as soon as I opened the door the radio starts playing and it's loud. I cannot figure out how to lower the volume so it's at a reasonable volume!
Good question, I would like to know as well!
So I had to have the van jumped and after I started it the radio screen never turned on it’s still completely black. On/off button does nothing. Any plugs im unaware of to check or anything at all? Would really appreciate the help
No I wouldn't have a clue about that, Matt. Anyone have any insight?
Very informative thanks.
Reg Martin No problem!
On the xm how do you set those top 4 channels I can't seem to find out how
Go to the actual channel you want to save and just hold the button where you want to set it!
Is there a GPS in this system?
Not that I recall!
u said the main reason u did it was for the backup camera. Was the camera installed from the factory and worked when u installed the new radio or did u also install a new backup camera
Camera was factory. I believe they all come with camera, the difference is where it is displayed.
@@MotorHead18 thanks for the reply.... good to know. I have a 17 tradesman and was looking to get the same stereo
@@carmenperry6550 do it!
Perfect. Been trying to figure out how to turn the stupid touchscreen beep off.
Now all i need you to help me figure is how to control ipod. When I plug in my ipod to the usb, I can play it through the stereo, but my screen locks and I can only find a specific song through the U3 screen. How do I control ipod so I can scroll through the ipod??
Yeah man, I couldn't tell you how that works. I just bluetooth my phone to listen to my music!
Que formato de usb soporta el Uconnect ? no me reconoce el formato debe ser fat32 o NTSC? Mp3 o cual?
Is there a bigger screen out there that has all the same options as the stock radio? I would like a bigger view when backing up
Mopar sells a plug and play kit for the larger radio uconnect system!
Hi! How can you adjust the volume of the incoming ringtone?
No clue man
My connect 3 doesn't do the reverse sound and the stereo don't show me what is playing. My Bluetooth works great. My truck dodge ram 1500. Year 2019
Do you have the 5" display?
Do you know how to hard reset the device. My touch screen is no longer responding
That's a good question hank! Does anyone know?
Hi did you ever find out how to do this ? I've had my car with this radio for 4 years and now the radio turns its self off every 20 mins or so and it wont connect to any bluetooth devices (eg phone) anymore either. I thought a hard reset might work. I've already tried taking the fuse out and putting it back in but had no luck.
Anyone?
This stereos been good too me till now. Damm volume knob isn’t working it just stays frozen.
Ooooo that’s a no go
Thank you.
No problem bro!
With the compass is there any way i could put navigation??
Yes for sure
I got mines from a dealer and my stereo came like that so pretty much I can’t hear no radio or anything till I get the 4 digit passcode
Hey so I had the radio with the uconnect 3.0 I upgraded to the uconnect 5.0 (the one in the video) and when I switch to reverse the back up camera shows up in the mirror and the radio shows a blue screen. I ordered a new rear view mirror with the microphone so will it be plug and play? Will it switch the camera to the radio and use the microphone for phone calls?
infotainment sells plug and play 8.4 radios
They do for a pretty penny!
Does it support Apple car play?
No, although my iPhone links up everytime I start the vehicle. It picks up everything I need while driving, phone calls and music!
It will if you get the SLT/Express or the Big Horn. Don't ask me why
Where can I find the anti theft code mines is locked and I just got it from a dealers
Mine died two weeks ago and it’s only playing one radio station,volume won’t work and back up camera too...Please help how to fix.Thank you.
I would revert to disconnecting your batteries from the terminals and leave off for 15 minutes. Then reinstall to see if all is back working to normal.
I have tried that disconnected the battery terminals almost for 1 hour and still doing the same.
@@ricardocruz2164 Dang, I was hoping that would work.
If you disconnect the batter will you need a radio code?
I didn’t need it. I know Honda’s do that lol
It shouldn’t but if it does you can go on ebay and find somebody who can give you the unlock code. It sounds risky but I used it to find my unlock code and it worked and it only cost be $5
Have that radio ever lock up on you and if so what did you do?
Nope, not at all?
It shouldent lock up but if it does you can go on eBay and some people can retrieve the code for you. It sounds risky but i used it and I was able to get the anti theft code and unlock my radio
When you start the truck is there a way to set it up to start up on the media mode instead of the radio?
Jawco777 I would absolutely do that if I could, but all I have to do is just press the media button and I’m good...I rarely listen to radio, I listen more to my phone by Bluetooth and Sirius radio.
@@MotorHead18 I just got mine and I was afraid there was no way around that. Not a big deal just a bit irritating since I rarely listen to the radio either.
Jawco777 Yea, I am used to it now. It hasn’t been a big deal for me!
Can you set it so when you start the truck up SiriusXM comes on automatically and not FM?
Do you know if this radio system fit in a 2014 Jeep JK ? Thanks
Gio Arroyo Not sure, there may be a possibility though.
could i add a carplay radio?
No clue what that is haha.
like an apple carplay radio?
Where is the anti theft code located at
Do you know how to do a uconnect reset
Not yet.
Can u change the 5inch to a larger screen from the Laramie etc
Aurora Group Services Sure can with a kit!
MOTOR HEAD can you send me a link please to where I can find it
I want to convert this stereo to the 12 inch uconnect, is it possible ?
I haven't seen it done, but am sure Mopar is working their way to come out with a kit. I know a plug and play kit for the 8" system.
@@MotorHead18 what's that 8" option?
is it possible to get the uconnect app with this radio system
I haven't tried,but I think so?
No uconnect app is for 7" and 8" screens.
How did you get the backup camera image to reroute from the camera to the screen?
It was done from the factory. Its automatic for uconnect 5" and 8" systems.
You know of any hacks for this radio?
Not at all! If you do, let me know please.
Could I get the contact info for your company?
I’m assuming that google maps won’t show on that screen when connected to my phone ?
Hank Slaght It won’t. Although that would be awesome.
Is it possible to upgrade the uconnect 3 with 5" display to a higher model?
Hector Torres absolutely, you just need the kit, adapter and bezel to upgrade to the 8.4” uconnect.
@@MotorHead18 Thanks for the confirmation... Might you know the exact part numbers?
Hector Torres No clue, but I would just search the exact year/make/model of your truck and add 8.4 radio and bezel in the search function and it should pop up!
I'm having issues with this radio after changing the battery my radio cuts off and reboots every 3-4 minutes i have tried multiple ways to rest and even done a hard reset ( disconnecting the battery and touch both + - together overnight ) still no solution in the issue i did read in a ram form that there's a hidden radio fuse under the hood near the brake booster anyone have had this issue and found the fix PLEASE let me know it's driving me crazy
I haven't had that issue!
@@MotorHead18 i guess it was 2 reference codes once they was cleared and done a drive cycle the radio went back to normal
@@joe7528 Thank goodness. One thing I don't have fun with is the electronics.
@@MotorHead18 I'm considering upgrading the radio to the 8.4
@@joe7528 I wish I had it lol.
This looks so outdated does it even have apple car play Andriod auto
Lol
@@MotorHead18 wut
I have a ram 1500 with the same Uconnect and in my opinion it is by far one of the worst systems ever if you enjoy quality sound. I have been contemplating on replacing it with an aftermarket deck so I was just wondering if anyone has done that before and has it screwed with the functionality of the truck or the warranty? I like my sound and I would love to install aftermarket speakers that are run by an aftermarket amp and maybe a shallow mount sub under the seat. I know that you can install aftermarket speakers but because the Uconnect is so under powered it's basically pointless and it has bass roll-off. I've seen people use line out converters but it still doesn't leave you with the sound customization's like an actual aftermarket deck has. If anyone has information on doing this it would be great to hear feedback.
I would not recommend going with a aftermarket deck. There are settings for the truck (such as date/time, safety/assistance, and other settings within the settings button) that cannot be used with a aftermarket deck.
The Uconnect 5.0 is definitely the worst radio Chrysler produces. Mine failed out of nowhere.
I am actually fine with the uconnect!
The 8" is definitely better.
Channel 114 🚩🚩🚩🚩🚩
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