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How do I upgrade the infotainment system on a 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT while retaining factory features?

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Written by David C Funk
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How to Upgrade the Infotainment System on a 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT While Retaining Factory Features. The SRT Performance Pages will be retained with the Uconnect 4 UAQ, UGQ, and UJQ. Upgrading the infotainment system in a 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT requires careful selection of components to ensure compatibility while maintaining factory function of heated steering wheel and heated/ventilated seats options. This guide provides a step-by-step overview to help you make the correct choices. The recommended upgrade for your vehicle is the Uconnect 4 UAQ head unit for North America, the UGQ for Europe, and the UJQ for ROW (South America, Middle East, Australia). This system is equipped with modern features such as Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, while also being region-specific to ensure compatibility with the 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT. Why choose the Uconnect 4 UAQ head unit (UGQ and UJQ are separate listings)? It is specifically designed for vehicles in certain regions and retains factory settings. It supports advanced functionalities such as SRT performance pages. 2014 Grand Cherokees (Some rare cases 2015's) with heated and ventilated seats, and a heated steering wheel, additional Components are Required To ensure all factory functions remain operational, it is essential to purchase additional components when upgrading to the Uconnect 4 system. A pass-through wire harness is needed for seamless connectivity with a simulator module ensures that heated and ventilated seats, and heated steering wheel are retained. 4C Retrofit interface is the name of that harness and module, (https://infotainment.com/shop/interior-accessories/wiring/c-int4ck/) All other factory features are preserved. Final considerations Purchasing both the head unit and the required additional components is necessary to maintain a seamless experience. If any of these elements are missing during the installation, certain factory features may be affected. For assistance with installation or for further questions, consult a professional technician familiar with Uconnect systems or refer to official guidelines for your region. Related Topics: Uconnect 4 infotainment system comparison - Retrofitting heated features in Jeep vehicles, SRT performance page compatibility across upgrades. The Uconnect 4 Series UAV, UGV, and UJV will not retain performance pages in the radio, functions will be available in the cluster. However, RPM settings for performance pages will not be adjustable when using the UAV, UGC, or UJV (This series of Uconnect 4 is not compatible with the 2014-2015 Grand Cherokee).

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