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Can you upgrade to uconnect 5?

Jimmy07

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Much appreciated Jimmy. I do have surround view. Any chance I could get all the part numbers?

Also, any firmware that would need to be updated on my truck before the upgrade? Any issues with code upgrades after the fact?


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Radio module- 68507350AB

12” screen, depending on engine and lane assist feature:
Hazard button only (gas)- 68526608AB
Hazard/traction control (diesel)- 68526609AB
Hazard/lane departure warning (gas)- 68526610AB
Hazard/traction control/lane departure (diesel)- 68526611AB

Xm/gps antenna cable- https://www.amazon.com/StickyDeal-V...efix=male+to+female+fakra+z+1+,aps,227&sr=8-2

CVPM- 56029965AC

As far as programming/updates, you’ll just need to use AlfaOBD to change the model year in the BCM to 2022, and recalibrate the cameras for the new CVPM. I also have a copy of the latest software version for the radio that you can put on usb to update the radio module.

PM me for details on the necessary custom cables.
 

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Radio module- 68507350AB

12” screen, depending on engine and lane assist feature:
Hazard button only (gas)- 68526608AB
Hazard/traction control (diesel)- 68526609AB
Hazard/lane departure warning (gas)- 68526610AB
Hazard/traction control/lane departure (diesel)- 68526611AB

Xm/gps antenna cable- https://www.amazon.com/StickyDeal-Volkswagen-Navigation-Telematics-Bluetooth/dp/B08JTYLNLR/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?crid=14J6856W5QEHO&keywords=male+to+female+fakra+z+1’&qid=1652103332&sprefix=male+to+female+fakra+z+1+,aps,227&sr=8-2

CVPM- 56029965AC

As far as programming/updates, you’ll just need to use AlfaOBD to change the model year in the BCM to 2022, and recalibrate the cameras for the new CVPM. I also have a copy of the latest software version for the radio that you can put on usb to update the radio module.

PM me for details on the necessary custom cables.

Is the CVPM change going to alter the way the Trailer Cams work? As in, it will be analog on AUX2 only and expecting a feed from the Trailer surround CVPM on AUX1?
 

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Is the CVPM change going to alter the way the Trailer Cams work? As in, it will be analog on AUX2 only and expecting a feed from the Trailer surround CVPM on AUX1?
No, pre-2022 owners will still get the aux 1 & 2 camera keys showing up.
After I work out a few kinks in a massive swap I just did on my truck, I’m moving on to the trailer surround view since I have a kit with the truck prepped for it. I’ve got someone looking into to what it takes to get that soft key to replace aux 1.
 

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My primary reason for considering a swap to UConnect 5 is full screen Apple CarPlay on my 12 inch screen. Is there any way such capability could be unlocked in UConnect 4? Thanks. @Jimmy07
 

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My primary reason for considering a swap to UConnect 5 is full screen Apple CarPlay on my 12 inch screen. Is there any way such capability could be unlocked in UConnect 4? Thanks. @Jimmy07
Not Jimmy07, but he's mentioned before (here, or another thread) that the older hardware cannot run UConnect 5
 

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No, pre-2022 owners will still get the aux 1 & 2 camera keys showing up.
After I work out a few kinks in a massive swap I just did on my truck, I’m moving on to the trailer surround view since I have a kit with the truck prepped for it. I’ve got someone looking into to what it takes to get that soft key to replace aux 1.

I guess I misread the post thinking the BCM was changed out. I see now it's just setting it to 22.

I don't recall if we did that on mine trying to get the trailer light checkout to work?

P.S. Personally and selfishly, I'm more interested in the aftermarket digital camera/tow mode camera setup. :cool:
 

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Not Jimmy07, but he's mentioned before (here, or another thread) that the older hardware cannot run UConnect 5
Thanks Gondul. I wasn't so much thinking about running UConnect 5 on the older hardware. Just whether there is any kind of work around to get full-screen CarPlay enabled. Probably not, but thought I'd ask.
 

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Radio module- 68507350AB

12” screen, depending on engine and lane assist feature:
Hazard button only (gas)- 68526608AB
Hazard/traction control (diesel)- 68526609AB
Hazard/lane departure warning (gas)- 68526610AB
Hazard/traction control/lane departure (diesel)- 68526611AB

Xm/gps antenna cable- https://www.amazon.com/StickyDeal-Volkswagen-Navigation-Telematics-Bluetooth/dp/B08JTYLNLR/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?crid=14J6856W5QEHO&keywords=male+to+female+fakra+z+1’&qid=1652103332&sprefix=male+to+female+fakra+z+1+,aps,227&sr=8-2

CVPM- 56029965AC

As far as programming/updates, you’ll just need to use AlfaOBD to change the model year in the BCM to 2022, and recalibrate the cameras for the new CVPM. I also have a copy of the latest software version for the radio that you can put on usb to update the radio module.

PM me for details on the necessary custom cables.
Oh god, how much does this cost....
 

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Lol, let’s just say that you REALLY want to have that wireless CarPlay/AA bad in order to do the swap.
Actually, that’s less than I expected, unless the cables are the really expensive part. I mean, $1000 in modules for an $80,000 truck isn’t bad.
 

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Oh god, how much does this cost....
And don't forget what seem to be ongoing issues with UConnect 5... granted, this is the internet where everyone goes to complain but it does seem to need a bit more time so they can resolved the glitches.
 

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Radio module- 68507350AB

12” screen, depending on engine and lane assist feature:
Hazard button only (gas)- 68526608AB
Hazard/traction control (diesel)- 68526609AB
Hazard/lane departure warning (gas)- 68526610AB
Hazard/traction control/lane departure (diesel)- 68526611AB

Xm/gps antenna cable- https://www.amazon.com/StickyDeal-Volkswagen-Navigation-Telematics-Bluetooth/dp/B08JTYLNLR/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?crid=14J6856W5QEHO&keywords=male+to+female+fakra+z+1’&qid=1652103332&sprefix=male+to+female+fakra+z+1+,aps,227&sr=8-2

CVPM- 56029965AC

As far as programming/updates, you’ll just need to use AlfaOBD to change the model year in the BCM to 2022, and recalibrate the cameras for the new CVPM. I also have a copy of the latest software version for the radio that you can put on usb to update the radio module.

PM me for details on the necessary custom cables.
Hi, Will these part numbers work on 1500 5th gen? Thanks
 

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Hi, Will these part numbers work on 1500 5th gen? Thanks
Different part numbers for the DT Rams.
Radio module- 68504644AB
12” screen for DT:
Hazard only- 68526597AB
Hazard and lane keep assist- 68526598AB
Hazard, lane keep assist, and parallel/perpendicular park- 68526524AB
CVPM if equipped with surround view- 56029964AC
 

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Different part numbers for the DT Rams.
Radio module- 68504644AB
12” screen for DT:
Hazard only- 68526597AB
Hazard and lane keep assist- 68526598AB
Hazard, lane keep assist, and parallel/perpendicular park- 68526524AB
CVPM if equipped with surround view- 56029964AC
awesome thanks
 

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Just swapped out my 12 uconnect 4 to 12 uconnect 5 and gotta say its very nice, wireless carplay well worth it, just noticed that weather, traffic, eco learn thing and few other app not there anymore after latest update any ideas? Also uconnect 4 radio module had 6 fakra connections (mine ram used all) as uconnect 5 only has 4. thanks jimmy07 for cable.
 

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Just swapped out my 12 uconnect 4 to 12 uconnect 5 and gotta say its very nice, wireless carplay well worth it, just noticed that weather, traffic, eco learn thing and few other app not there anymore after latest update any ideas? Also uconnect 4 radio module had 6 fakra connections (mine ram used all) as uconnect 5 only has 4. thanks jimmy07 for cable.
I noticed the same issue with mine, the weather app was there for a week or 2 then I updated and it disappeared, not sure what that's all about.
 

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Different part numbers for the DT Rams.
Radio module- 68504644AB
12” screen for DT:
Hazard only- 68526597AB
Hazard and lane keep assist- 68526598AB
Hazard, lane keep assist, and parallel/perpendicular park- 68526524AB
CVPM if equipped with surround view- 56029964AC
and if I found the 1500 DT rams parts will they work fit with my 3500 diesel RAM ?
 

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Hey guys I just swapped to the UC5 in my 2019 and I am not able to get the reverse camera or surround cameras to work. The truck had the cameras before the swap. I swapped the radio unit, display, and cvpm based on the part numbers Jimmy provided. Any ideas on what might be going on or know the car configuration settings to have these cameras to work?
 
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did you figure out how to get your cameras working? i just got a 2021 and am thinking about making the switch.... if it is worth it ha
 

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did you figure out how to get your cameras working? i just got a 2021 and am thinking about making the switch.... if it is worth it ha
Why not just ditch the lame Uconnect and get a replacement infotainment

13.6” ANDROID 12 VERTICAL SCREEN NAVIGATION RADIO FOR DODGE RAM 2019- 2022 ~​

I'm considering replacing my Uconnect5 just so I can listen to music through a thumb drive - does NOT work consistently and the TomTom navigation is useless!
 

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