2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee uConnect | Learn how to use nav, Android Auto /Apple Car Play and more!

[@MrsGbda]

I have a 2016 jeep that is lacking in tech and CarPlay and I just upgraded my OEM screen to this! I’m so excited! Thank you for the video ❤

[@CarsWithSteve]

Great call upgrading the screen! And you're welcome!

[@nickriggio3101]

thanks steve just bought my jeep and this was very helpful

[@CarsWithSteve]

You're welcome! How are you liking the car so far?

[@Itzmarandakellz]

Thank you I just got a new car. This was great!

[@CarsWithSteve]

That's exciting, glad the video helped! What build did you end up going with?

[@bobhildebranski7034]

Great tutorial, Steve -Cheers!!!

[@CarsWithSteve]

Thanks Bob!

[@bonnieshirk2747]

Great video! I am about to buy a 2021!

[@CarsWithSteve]

Thanks Bonnie, hope you enjoy the new ride!

[@derrickdzurko2068]

Thank you so much - just got my car tonight - you help a lot .

[@CarsWithSteve]

You're welcome Derrick! What build did you go with for your Cherokee?

[@derrickdzurko2068]

@@CarsWithSteve 2021 Grand Jeep Cherokee Limited v6

[@CarsWithSteve]

@@derrickdzurko2068 Nice build, I'm sure you'll end up loving it!

[@rondanicholson2085]

Great video... Can you load a picture from your phone to always show on the screen? Thanks!

[@CarsWithSteve]

Thanks Ronda! Would be great to be able to set a custom background but unfortunately uConnect doesn't have that as an option

[@rondanicholson2085]

Thanks

[@CarsWithSteve]

@@rondanicholson2085 anytime

[@hakankisacik3165]

Great video...full of info..thank you!!

[@CarsWithSteve]

You're welcome!

[@gokulrajjayagopal2021]

Hi I have a jgc-2019,limited .. I would like to upgrade to a wireless player, with video option and to add a dash cam gps. Please suggest one option, a brand model etc

[@kevinmosca4682]

how do you display the N/S/E/W display on the rear view mirror

[@richpaul8132]

Thanks for the video! However, I suspect that I may need to update my Uconnect system. I bought a new 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee WK Limited 4x4 in June 2022. Since then, I've only put 1958 miles on it. As I watched you video, I could see that I do have many of the options in the settings that you've shown, but I don't have a good many that I think I should have. I know some of them are dependent on the vehicles extra installed options, such as the suspension lift/lower option. But the ones that I'm referring to are those that really haven't got to do with vehicle system's optional extras. For example; One of them is the Nav Maps settings for Auto Zoom or POI, (I may have the POI and just forgot), and several others, which I don't think are in my Uconnect system. However, I'm going by the last time I checked and I haven't checked for those recently. In fact, I'm about to go out and recheck the entire system starting with what Uconnect version I have. It's very possible that the options that I think I don't have may have been updated and installed and I just don't realize it. Thanks again for the video. Considering everything that's included in that Infotainment system, I found it incredible that you could cover it all so quickly and yet so coherently clear! Great Job! Rich

[@CarsWithSteve]

Thanks Rich, glad you found the video helpful. The 2022 should have the newer uConnect 5 infotainment system which I cover off in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/kHy2o5ulobaosJY That would explain why some of the features seem different! Check the other video out and let me know if that's closer to your setup

[@richpaul8132]

@@CarsWithSteve Thank you Steve! I haven't had the time to double check my system compared to the 2021, so I'm going to the link you provided for the 2022 and then I can make a better comparison. (I appreciate the link!) Rich

[@CarsWithSteve]

You're welcome!

[@dannyschmidt9058]

So when I turn my jeep off dash lights stay on but the radio turns off the radio used to stay on till I open the door now it just shuts off as soon as I turn ignition off ? I don’t find anything on how to get it to stay back on till I open door

[@g8tor68]

Great tutorial. Can you go over how to add a photo to the uconnect? Thanks

[@CarsWithSteve]

Thanks! The screen can't have a custom image added for the background unfortunately...

[@alielshikh8712]

I just got the 2021 grand Cherokee limited I followed everything in your video but it doesn’t have where the mirrors fold and the wipers sensor is that normal ? Or do I have to upgrade anything I just got it three days ago

[@CarsWithSteve]

The power folding mirrors and rain sensing wipers aren't standard across the lineup... Don't believe the 2021 Limited had those options

[@ahmadzaza9767]

All types of grand Cherokee 2021 needs a cable? There is not wireless connection in 80th edition?

[@CarsWithSteve]

No wireless option in this last generation uConnect 4 screen unless you're just connecting to bluetooth. Android Auto and Apple CarPlay in uConnect 4 is wired

[@9aga6]

Hi bro ,navigation don’t work in my country !! How i can instail the navigation (map) to the car ?? {Jeep 2021}. Please reply 🙏🏻

[@CarsWithSteve]

If the nav won't work you'd have to run through Android Auto or Apple CarPlay and use either Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze. Connect your phone through USB to be able to set it up!

[@glennsimpson9145]

Is there a way to have 2 phones connected at the same time?

[@CarsWithSteve]

Nope.. you can have multiple set up but only one can be connected and activve at a time with this uConnect system

[@Lindahewitt-f4v]

When i go onto my maps on my phone type destination does it automaticy go to Route on route on car, thx

[@CarsWithSteve]

If you're connected over Android Auto or Apple CarPlay it should!

[@henrydesmond6798]

Does the 2021 GC Limited have Wireless apple carplay?

[@CarsWithSteve]

If you have the regular Grand Cherokee with this uConnect 4 screen, it's wired CarPlay and Android Auto only. The Grand Cherokee L got the uConnect 5 screen (came to the regular Grand Cherokee in 2022) that features wireless. There's no way to add it in unfortunately...

[@henrydesmond6798]

@@CarsWithSteve got it thanks for the update!!

[@Pioneerrvtravels]

Does the steering wheel talk button connect to google assistant in android auto?

[@CarsWithSteve]

If you're connected over Android Auto or CarPlay it can be used for that assistant. A short press brings up the uConnect voice assistant but a longer press and hold will bring up the Google Assistant or Siri

[@Pioneerrvtravels]

Thank you! ​@@CarsWithSteve

[@mozpassion8996]

Hi there, thank you for this video. Can you please say what are other way we play the back screens besides the DVD player? With Apple car play is it possible to Connect to KZbin? Thanks.

[@CarsWithSteve]

You're welcome! You can't use the KZbin app through Android Auto or Apple CarPlay on any vehicle as of right now For the rear seat entertainment system it should have support for DVD/BlueRay/HMDI/AV which can be selected on the remote by pressing "Source"

[@mozpassion8996]

@@CarsWithSteve thank you once again. Any examples of devices I can connect to use for the kids at the back?

[@CarsWithSteve]

@@mozpassion8996 anytime! You should be able to use most devices that have those output capabilities. I haven't tried devices on it myself but those rear screens are functional TVs so in theory you should be able to connect things like the Nintendo Switch, tablets with the USBc to HDMI adapters etc

[@CS-uq3ep]

Hello, can i install the system on my Grand Cherokee limited 2017? Thank you

[@CarsWithSteve]

Believe uConnect 4 was available as an option in the 2017 so you'd just need to find the screen/assembly. Best bet would probably be to check out scrap yards for the part and then have the dealer program it to your VIN

[@fuamon8179]

Hey could u show us how upload audio with a flash drive..

[@CarsWithSteve]

I can add that to the list of things to shoot for the 2023 model but it's pretty straight forward. Once you have audio on a drive, plug it into the USB port and then select USB as your audio source!

[@mathouval7064]

I have a 2019 jeep Cherokee how do I prevent the radio from playing instead of Bluetooth when the car start I need help

[@caroljuristo6803]

I just bought a 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee limited , and wow am I lost with setting up this screen !!

[@natekelly4684]

Well done video

[@CarsWithSteve]

Thanks Nate

[@Pekaboo22]

Do you have to use U connect and android auto both together.

[@CarsWithSteve]

uConnect is technically the name of the screen.. so you'd have to connect your Android to the car and then navigate through the screen

[@Teleman01]

Do you know how to soft reset this system on a 2021 Jeep Cherokee? Every once in a blue moon my phone won't pair up or SiriusXM won't pick up.

[@CarsWithSteve]

Weird issue! But to soft reset all you need to do is press and hold the volume and turner knob buttons together for 10-20 seconds. The screen should flash Jeep and then go dark before coming back on a few seconds later

[@Requena50]

I have a 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee loredo x I don’t see “activate services”. Any idea if it’s supposed to have it?

[@CarsWithSteve]

The Laredo trim unfortunately doesn't have the option for the built in modem with LTE support

[@Cad1900]

Great video mate thank you 🙏

[@CarsWithSteve]

Thanks, appreciate that 🙏

[@SincereSoul-mw4qe]

I can't hear my notifications when Apple Car Play or Android Auto is being used , how to fix it?

[@CarsWithSteve]

Are they muted on your phone?

[@SincereSoul-mw4qe]

@@CarsWithSteve what do you mean muted ? like in settings ?

[@CarsWithSteve]

Yeah exactly.. is the audio tab on the side of your phone muted? Is your audio level set to low on your phone?

[@SincereSoul-mw4qe]

@@CarsWithSteve I don't believe so but how do I check to see ?

[@brianreed8769]

Is there a way to have phone unplugged and still have CarPlay available?

[@CarsWithSteve]

Not in the uConnect 4 system.. you have to be connected over USB for it to work. The new uConnect 5 is either wireless or wired but you can't just do a screen swap if you have one with the old system

[@brianreed8769]

@@CarsWithStevethank you!

[@DAjugRnaut]

When i press the talk button on the steering wheel the voice commands automatically go to the uconnect system even when i have apple carplay enabled. How can i make the streering wheel controls work for carplay.

[@CarsWithSteve]

The uConnect Voice Assistant is a quick press while Siri/Google Assistant are a longer press and hold

[@DAjugRnaut]

@@CarsWithSteve oh awesome, thanks so much!

[@CarsWithSteve]

you're welcome!

[@DavidFarkas-oo3wr]

How do I use the contact from my I phone to my 2021 ram

[@CarsWithSteve]

Hook yourself up over bluetooth, then press the voice command prompt on the steering wheel to activate Siri/Google Assistant

[@alnyc4213]

Is there anyway to be full-screen with no quick controls in the bottom of the screen?

[@CarsWithSteve]

Full screen for android auto and apple car play?

[@fouadfouad]

@@CarsWithSteve yes for android auto, is there a way to get full screen?

[@CarsWithSteve]

@@fouadfouad Unfortunately not a true full screen

[@DjLubi]

I have a 2021 JGC, when using a USB drive for media, it will reboot the radio system after about 45 seconds, I have use this USB drive for the last 2 Jeeps i have leased so I know it is not a drive issue. I have tested with other USB devices and get the same issue. I tried different formats of the drive, FAT/FAT32/NTFS nothing works

[@CarsWithSteve]

That's really odd. If you've tried other devices and it's causing reboots that's definitely a software issue. There could also be something up with wiring and power draw. Have you had a chance to bring it in for a warranty claim?

[@2tone189]

I have a 2019 Jeep grand Cherokee and my usb port does not work . I have switched the fuses , still does not work but the aux cord does . What could be the problem?

[@CarsWithSteve]

Have you tried switching out USB cables too? I’ve found 3rd party ones don’t like to work sometimes. Has to be an OEM cable If that doesn’t work and you’ve already replaced fuses it could be wiring that needs replacing.. maybe factory issue or rodents eating the soy wires. Dealer have a chance to look at it yet?

[@phakeAccount]

Good video but you should note that not all apps on your phone will be available on the projection

[@CarsWithSteve]

Thanks for pointing that out Jon, will definitely mention that in future videos!

[@mohderaqi7034]

It does work with Jeep Grand Cherokee 2015? Or do I have to use a dongle? And if it requires a dongle, which dongle do I have to use? Thanks in advance

[@CarsWithSteve]

Android Auto and CarPlay wasn't available for that model year. Haven't come across a device that would allow you to stream on it either

[@mohderaqi7034]

@@CarsWithSteve thanks a lot

[@nyobunknown6983]

Good video even if the video quality is poor. Time to buy a better camera.

[@CarsWithSteve]

Haha yeah I was using a GoPro Hero 8 when I shot this. Going to be tricky to find a uConnect 4 Grand Cherokee to shoot something better quality but the Charger uses similar tech: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmquY6mQnpKir7s

[@KLTheBestKillerGamer]

does this work on 2017 jeep grand cherokee?

[@CarsWithSteve]

The 2017 Grand Cherokee would have been on the uConnect 4 system - check this video out on the Wrangler that'll work the same way - kzbin.info/www/bejne/en7RmGuladqaqLM

[@marthamcgowan6135]

My Jeep Grand Cherokee shows a favorite contact that is not a favorite neither in my car or my phone. How can I "unfavorite" it?

[@CarsWithSteve]

Can try re-booting the screen by pressing and holding the power button for 5-10 seconds. If that doesn't work, delete your phone from the vehicle and vehicle connection from your phone's bluetooth and then re-connect

[@marthamcgowan6135]

@@CarsWithSteve thank you so much. I got it.

[@saramagnusivarsson6330]

Hello I cant connect with my android, but with any iphone it works. Do you know why?

[@CarsWithSteve]

Could be a few reasons.. If you're on uConnect 4 (wired CarPlay) 1. Check to see that Android Auto is installed on your phone 2. Make sure you're using an OEM USB cable - so one right from your phone manufacturer (Samsung , HTC etc) For some reason aftermarket ones don't always work. 3. Try switching to a different USB port If you're on uConnect 5 (wireless CarPlay) 1. Check to see that Android Auto is installed on your phone 2. Remove the Android connection from the vehicle and the vehicle connection from your phone's bluetooth 3. Re-add the device

[@jacobslater485]

I got “compass” instead of “Nav” can I change that

[@CarsWithSteve]

Depends.. if you have uConnect 4c you might have a dealer activation code for navigation. Need to call your dealer to find out. The standard uConnect 4 doesn't have the option for factory nav

[@deadrashada7096]

How do I charge my phone in thev2021 jeep

[@CarsWithSteve]

Plug in over usb…

[@dantiberi5801]

Doesn’t let me input streets on navigation seems like only certain street addresses populate. How am I able to plug in an address on navigation and have it show up it won’t even let me put in my home certain numbers are only allowed

[@CarsWithSteve]

It'll be based on address availability for the GPS service. You can try updating to the most recent version of the map program If you're updated the best bet would be to use an approximate location, GPS coordinates or major intersection. I've run into the same issue with Google Maps and Apple Maps so it's not just with uConnect

[@dantiberi5801]

How do I update that.

[@CarsWithSteve]

@@dantiberi5801 start here - carswithsteve.com/Jeep-uConnect-update edit: you can also have your dealer ensure you're up to date during the next service appt

[@dantiberi5801]

@@CarsWithSteve tried this and didn’t know I have to pay for an update ?

[@CarsWithSteve]

@@dantiberi5801 yeah unfortunately the map updates typically aren't included. You can try calling support to see if you can haggle on the price

[@CatcherOfBass]

Wait, so my Chevy Malibu rental had wireless connectivity for Apple car play but a 30k+ luxury suv doesn’t have it and I have to have a cord on me? 😑

[@CarsWithSteve]

Some brands are like that.. all depends on what underlying screen tech they're using. I've been in $80k cars with wired only too. The last gen uConnect 4 system is only wired but the newer uConnect 5 is wireless

[@mikem4730]

The brightness on my screen needs to be adjusted . Very hard see

[@CarsWithSteve]

You can adjust through Settings --> Display, or use the switch by your left knee

[@josechomali]

Hi! No wireless CarPlay?

[@CarsWithSteve]

Not unless your Jeep has uConnect5

[@josechomali]

@@CarsWithSteve thank! I’ll see if I can update it. Is a Grand Cherokee 2021

[@CarsWithSteve]

@@josechomali anytime! How are you enjoying the Grand Cherokee so far?

[@josechomali]

@@CarsWithSteveis awesome. Is an SRT. Pretty annoying that at that price there is not uconnect 5; only 4c available

[@CarsWithSteve]

@@josechomali Right? Not easy to upgrade it either unfortunately. I'm sure the tech will be even better by the time you're ready to trade your new one in

[@GoatedFart29355]

Hi I just got this car but i was wondering if there was a way to silence that "boop" sound when ever i tap on the screen.

[@CarsWithSteve]

Ah the boop! Whether you're on uConnect 4 (this sceen) or in a newer G/C with uConnect 5 it's under Vehicle --> Display --> Touchscreen Beep

[@GoatedFart29355]

@@CarsWithSteve oh thank you so much!

[@jovicaacamovic3682]

I send my 2016 jeep cherokee to Europe I can not use gps navigation

[@CarsWithSteve]

Makes sense.. the North American models wouldn't have EU maps installed. You need an EU authorization code..

[@robertphillips4918]

Good video …. I think you can cut the adderall in half

[@CarsWithSteve]

HAHA

[@deborah3383]

Great video, but you talk so fast, that you can't even absorb half of the information!

[@CarsWithSteve]

Yeah I definitely used to speak pretty fast. I did a video on the Wrangler that features the exact same screen where I speak way slower - kzbin.info/www/bejne/en7RmGuladqaqLM

[@ivonnequiles-ortiz9517]

he is an American Airline pilot 😂😂😂😂😂

[@jimsiercks1131]

Sloooo Down dude

[@CarsWithSteve]

Would you believe me if I said this is me trying to go slower? Working on it now though so hopefully the 2022 will be a bit slower

[@crystaline06]

Super helpful..but he's talking super fast 😵‍💫

[@CarsWithSteve]

Lol just a little bit. Slowing down to 0.75x could help but check these ones out that are a bit slower: Grand Cherokee uConnect 5: kzbin.info/www/bejne/kHy2o5ulobaosJY Wrangler uConnect 4 (same feature set as this): kzbin.info/www/bejne/en7RmGuladqaqLM

[@lindameggers1999]

Goes to fast

[@CarsWithSteve]

Turn the playback speed down to 0.75x Use the chapters and play/pause/rewind as needed. There's a lot to cover off in these walk through videos

[@nancymarcantoni9328]

Good, but this person talks too fast.

[@CarsWithSteve]

Try changing the playback speed to 0.75x Press the little settings icon on the bottom right of the screen and select playback speed

[@roges5064]

You talk much, much tooooooo

[@CarsWithSteve]

You kind of have to talk a bit to explain all these features

[@AmericanAnonymous]

Great Work Thank you for this

[@CarsWithSteve]

You''re welcome!