FCA introduced this revolutionary new 8.4-inch touchscreen radio in 2017 with the Dodge Charger, Dodge Challenger, and Chrysler 300. Auto makers know the popularity of in-vehicle smartphone integration is on the rise. FCA designated Panasonic as their next generation infotainment supplier. These 8.4-inch systems feature Android Auto® and Apple CarPlay®. Infotainment.com has mastered the concept of installing this system into a vehicle (which didn't come equipped with this option from the factory) in an easy-to-install pre-programmed plug & play package.
If you own a 2017 Ram 2500 with a factory-installed 8.4-inch Uconnect display, you may be considering upgrading your system to include Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. This article provides an overview of the available upgrade options, compatibility with existing features, and whether additional components are required.
Features
8.4-inch touchscreen
HD radio®
AM/FM radio
Android Auto
Apple CarPlay® support
Integrated Uconnect® Voice Command, Bluetooth®Streaming Audio and Hands-Free Calling
SiriusXM® Satellite Radio —more than 150 channels and SiriusXM Tune Start (subscription required)
Do Not Disturb
Drag and Drop Menu Bar
Additionally, both UAS and UAQ systems retain compatibility with features like heated seats and heated steering wheels, ensuring comfort is not compromised.
Back of UAS
Connections: Left to right:
Purple=Wifi/Phone
White=AM/FM Antenna.
Yellow/Curry=Sirius XM & GPS Antenna.
Pink=is not mapped to anything. (It routes to vehicles antennas in specific vehicles outside of the USA.)
Red=Diagnostics.
Gray=Micro USB port.
Black 52 pin connection=power & all other signals.
The Uconnect 4C UAS system does not include built-in navigation (like the UAQ) but adds Apple CarPlay and Android Auto functionality. It retains compatibility with features like heated seats and heated steering wheels, making it a cost-effective solution for those who do not require navigation.
Front of UAS
Things to know
If your 2017 Ram 2500 already has the factory-installed 8.4-inch display, you do not need to purchase a replacement bezel to perform the UAS or UAQ upgrade. Your existing bezel is fully compatible with these systems.
When first installing the UAQ radio in your Chrysler-based vehicle, you'll notice some features missing, such as your XM icon, correct splash screen, correct themes, heated & cooled seats and steering features, back up camera and more. This is will resolve itself, after turning off the vehicle, and letting it sleep an accumulative 48 hours. The back up camera may take the entire 48-hour period though.
Dealer mode
Method 1:
Hold down the bottom corners of the touch screen for another way to enter dealer mode.
Method 2:
To put the system into ‘Dealer Mode’, Hold the Driver Side Temp Up and Temp Down and Front Defrost buttons down at the same time for 7-10 seconds (location of buttons may vary across vehicles). The ‘Dealer Mode’ screen should appear