How to Reset Uconnect® 430/430N on a Dodge Grand Caravan 2014

Detailed instructions according to MOPAR. This instruction is intended to only reset the radio / connectivity part and not the GPS or other stuff.
Step One: Please make sure the vehicle is currently on and running, please ensure that you hold the VR button and the Phone Button for 30 seconds
Step two: Shut the vehicle off and open the door for 30 seconds, once this is done close the door. You can remove the keys.
Step three: restart the vehicle wait another 30 seconds.
No warranty from my side ;-)
If it doesn't work - contact your local car dealer / service location.
BTW: As you can see - it didn't work for me because it asked me to connect with the service unit by USB to update the files, which I don't have .... :-((
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[@Anthony-tg3zw]

I wish this damn video was only 30 SECONDS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@allcheckout]

Me too .... lol

[@aliciabarbr]

Hi thank you so much for sharing this information, It definitely worked for me. To everyone that is still having problems maybe try this... This is the process I used on my 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan ... To reset 430N Uconnect ... Crank engine let run for 30 seconds next press the VR button and phone button simultaneously (at the same time) hold down for 30 seconds next turn off the engine and open drivers door for 30 seconds next close door and start engine let it run for 30 seconds next turn engine off for 30 seconds. Next turn engine on, and radio on next press and release VR button listen for options to reset to factory settings. Good luck!

[@allcheckout]

Thanks for the nice feedback and I'm glad it worked!

[@clicketysplit1817]

When starting to press the VR and Phone buttons simultaneously, should the radio be powered on?

[@Tiggzne24]

Worked me in my 2010 Dodge avenger sxt+! Thank you so much for doing this and helping others out! Peace!

[@allcheckout]

Thank you for your nice feedback. I'm glad I was able to help. Have a great day and take care!

[@labcoat22]

Thanks this worked for me after getting a used caravan

[@allcheckout]

Nice to hear your success story!

[@brinkleypope3706]

thank you so much for posting this

[@allcheckout]

Thank you for the nice feedback. Most feedback are hate and harassment ... I know it's super bad quality, but I'm just trying to help other people in same situation. Have a great day and take care.

[@jsned2502]

It worked for me. One thing i did different was NOT START ENGINE, just went second click with key where the fan came on. Turned on ignition, did not start motor, held down the phone and VR button simutaneously for 30 seconds , then turned off car, took key out, opened door 30 seconds , shut door then turned key to second click again and it has been working fine for 15 minutes. When I first held down buttons a recording said something about a restart, and a bucnch of other stuff, too much to remember, and I dont want to redo it to find out what they said so i dont mess it up. Thanks for putting this on here

[@allcheckout]

Thanks for the great info and nice feedback !!!

[@yourgirljust8333]

Would this work on my 09 dodge journey?

[@ryanv7075]

Once I took key out it worked for me too, thanks!

[@andricmartin6798]

Jeff Snedecor Thank you so much. Worked for me 😊

[@clicketysplit1817]

The "second click" you are referring to is considered the RUN mode position, which starts the alternator and runs the electrical seqeunce, the first click is called the ACC or Accessory mode position for using the cars acceccories like the radio or using the sockets to charge your phone etc. Suggestion: Never listen to the radio or use any accessories with the key fob in the (off)RUN position, it drains the battery more rapidly because it's powering up everything -power steering, power brakes, alternator etc, always try to use the socket in the console (Caravans) with the battery logo and not the socket with the key logo. Using the Key logo socket you need to have the key in the ignition whereas the battery socket runs directly off the battery and does not require the key. Refresh the battery every 20-30 minutes (depending on age of battery) by starting the engine and letting it run for a couple minutes. Otherwise you may end up with a dead battery and if you have an SXT with all the power options the Caravan will not start without jump starting from another car connected and reving for several minutes (battery booster packs seldom worked for my Caravans).

[@toxiccola2141]

Great video fixed my frozen 2011 Dodge Avenger screen!

[@allcheckout]

Glad it helped and thanks for the positive feedback!

[@rosayoung1978]

It worked..Thanks!!😀

[@allcheckout]

AWESOME - glad I was able to help !!!!

[@HollehhMarie]

Take a shot every time he says “30 seconds” 😂. Trying this on my 2017 grand caravan later! I can’t get my phone to connect to it (I got it Wednesday) and it’s driving me nuts.

[@allcheckout]

hahaha ... BTW ... finally I had to replace some electronic parts (on warranty), but the problem came back about 6 months later and then it was out of warranty and since then I'm without Bluetooth in my car :-(

[@nickmelchert8941]

2017 Jeep Compass - would not go beyond the JEEP logo. Did your procedure and everything works again! Thank you!!

[@allcheckout]

For some strange reason it never worked for me Dodge Grand Caravan but obviously based on the feedback it worked for some

[@mulatto2776]

Were you ever able to fix yours? Also, were your VR and Phone buttons still working? Mine don't do anything. Neither the steering wheel or on the radio.

[@allcheckout]

Without working BT you can't use the VR and Phone as well ... and nope ... I never got mine back to work. I had to replace the BT adapter in a shop because the hardware was really broken. After repair it worked for another 6 months or so and then quit working again :-(((

[@victoriabarker377]

I need help fixing the navigation it will not pull up when I hit navigate on a 2013carivan… this is a used vehicle but would like to be able to fix this feature and use it.

[@allcheckout]

Oh - wow - I never had this. Did you try to reset the system like in the video?

[@rosannarugala3190]

My 2014 jeep compass limited will not let be compatible with Bluetooth wiil.not bring password on my phone samsung note 3

[@allcheckout]

OK - same year as mine. Maybe same problem? I had my car serviced but they didn't find the problem. They changed something in the software but it didn't work. I told them now to replace the Bluetooth hardware. Hope they will do it next week. Let's see then. Are you still covered under the warranty? I think you have the same conditions as I (3 yr/36,000 mi basic, 5 yr/100,000 mi powertrain). GL

[@rickdevecki6987]

Great video!!😂

[@allcheckout]

Not really, but I still hope it helps. Was one of my first videos ... lol. I'm keeping it just to see my progress regarding video making ... lol

[@sr8shoota]

I tried this in my rer 730n , it keeps saying uconnect or vr activating but never activate. it was working fine.

[@allcheckout]

Thanks, but don't really understand. Problem solved now?

[@sr8shoota]

no the problem persists, i did an update on it , now when i hit the vr or uconnect it keeps saying" activating " but never activates. POS

[@allcheckout]

Did you try the 'version' of Jeff Snedecor below (without starting the engine)?

[@stargatefever]

Just got a 2011 and every time I hit the phone or the voice button it says Uconnect phone unavailable and I see nothing in the Bluetooth of my phone so I'm thinking it's not installed or do I need a satellite subscription in order to make it function at all cuz the directions are unclear so far

[@allcheckout]

I have the 2014 and satellite sub is not required, but the BT receiver is trash and dying after short time even if you let it replace. Not worth it. Best option is to buy something like this: amzn.to/3aF5ifl. It's just $16

[@loricozart]

Yes, Satellite subscription is not free you must purchase one

[@allcheckout]

@@loricozart It looks like it was included for a year or two, but after that just ads on the satellite channel ... :-(

[@kipshepard7150]

Do you need a small USB drive or thumb drive it Hass to be larger than four gigs Download the You connect update software for your vehicle Insert the drive into the USB slot in the glove box Repeat the steps that you we’re doing do you get to the update software option This will reprogram the stereo unit to factory specs if I can be of any further help please contact me

[@allcheckout]

Thanks - very helpful. Where to download the update software?

[@ferreira6682]

Hi. Do you think this would fix a radio with the calibration off? I can't use the touch screen at all. Thanks

[@michaelvillegas6716]

How can I find my radio I'd number?

[@allcheckout]

Good question, but haven't got so for ... maybe somebody else can help

[@DC-et4li]

Does not work on my 2013 Jeep Wrangler JKU

[@jakebbaker4165]

Are you having the problem where you can’t click on the aux and it says Uconnect phone unavailable

[@rsmith7042]

2018 Dodge Caravan. GS will not connect. Not only zero bars, but the bars are also shaded in grey. Worked fine until a few days ago. It's a rental. Now I know I'm sticking with Ford.

[@allcheckout]

Yes, could be a hardware issue like it was in my car. They had to replace the Bluetooth transmitter on warranty and now after 4 years it broke a 2nd time. Not planning to replace again and having to pay.

[@dmpls64indy22]

I just bought a 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan, got it home and the Sirius satellite radio wont shut off. No response from the touch screen buttons. Non responsive at all. 11pm at night I called my salesman and he told me to take negative connect off battery and come to dealership in the morning. lol ok. What’s the problem ?

[@allcheckout]

Wow - never had any issues like that. Did they resolve the problem?

[@momofgremlins6490]

I bought a 2016 dodge caravan yesterday. When i push the navigation button it does nothing..it say uconnect unavailable. Anyone know why? Please help lol

[@allcheckout]

Congrats to your new car! Too bad it's not everything working, but you're definitely still covered by the 3y warranty ;-) There are different types of sound / gps devices. Do you have also the "How to Reset Uconnect® 430/430N" too or maybe a different type? But anyway ... I guess if you have a navigation button - it should work, otherwise there should be no button. Best is to check with your dealer. Good luck "Mom of Gremlins" (LOL).

[@dr.hashimjibbar5436]

MOM OF GREMLINS Yes me too My car Dodge avenger

[@waqarali6673]

MOM OF GREMLINS i have the same problem.. what kinda damn car is this where u dont connect any phone to it, even my ex Honda civic2011 has Bluetooth

[@clicketysplit1817]

If it asks you press AGREE and your presets are gone, chances are the soft reset was successful.

[@allcheckout]

OK

[@donaldwinge9870]

What is the vr button

[@donaldwinge9870]

What is the vr button

[@allcheckout]

I guess voice recognition ... but not 100% sure ... can't remember sorry

[@deanjagger1190]

Good day, now with my garmin radio I have to get a up date for it, and then update the maps. I down loaded it to a usb stick. Then added it to the 2014 T and C van. It says there's nothing there. Is there a video on updating the system, and them adding maps??? @d3dude

[@allcheckout]

I sold it and can't help any more .... sry

[@MR-2_AW11]

I really hate uconnet the reset worked but im done with my jeep im getting another toyota

[@allcheckout]

Yeah ... same here. Was never really happy with it. Not on a KIA ... better but also not perfect ...

[@ElTurbinado]

I feel like somebody made up these instructions to troll us.

[@allcheckout]

I got this from the manufacturer and for many it seems to work - check the feedback

[@lilydenys]

i just purchased a dodge caravan 2010 and every time i click the bluetooth button it says “unconnect phone not available” but we just got it so we had no phone connected to it. there isn’t any options on the screen for bluetooth so i’m not sure what to do

[@allcheckout]

Do you have a 'Bluetooth' hardware button ... I mean a physical button? I don't have one as far as I can remember ....

[@superhoundllc8739]

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[@espy0008]

Same problem in my 2019 van. It’s the worst UI in any radio on the market and Chrysler knows it. It’s a radio that is about 15-20 years out of date. They had no intention on ever putting a quality functioning radio in these vans. Just look at the radios they have in all their other vehicles. Shame on them but what do we expect from a company that went belly up and had to sell to a foreign company.

[@allcheckout]

Yeah ... as long as I had it, I have also been complaining all the time ... but now I have a new 2023 KIA sportage and lots of the radio and GPS functions are even worse ... It has a large touch screen .. but that's about it ... the rest they implemented in a really really bad way. Now I look back to the grand caravan and remember how good everything worked ... or at least most of it .... lol 🤣🤣🤣

[@espy0008]

@@allcheckout Im opting for a Kenwood Excelon Reference. Just havent gotten the funds to purchase it.

[@allcheckout]

@@espy0008 I love Kenwood. Had one about 30 years ago. Never had such a fancy radio again .... Can you replace the original screen with this one?

[@espy0008]

@@allcheckout I wish. Unfortunately for anyone with the factory radio, its the UI that ruins the whole thing.

[@jaymea8907]

Yeah this doesn’t work at all

[@allcheckout]

It's strange ... for some it seems to works, but not for all ... not even for me ... :-(((

[@YuiMyoui]

This is the worst video!

[@allcheckout]

At least something