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Uconnect 8.4 & 8.4N Update / firmware

By Håkan Franzén January 8, 2015 in Audio, Infotainment Navigation, MyGig, UConnect, etc.

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I have a freemont 2014 with 8.4N system. I was going crazy over the bad download page at crystler that supporting dodge/freemont uconnect & garmin(gps) downloads. After I finally manage to download my updates both for the Uconnect and garmin(gps) and verified the update worked perfect (dident even loose any settings I had) I made my own download page to help all others that can't make the original download to work. Here you can find my page and hope it will help out. https://sites.google.com/a/pantad.com/freemont-firmwares/

Cheers. How to check if you need an upgrade: Press the: temp up & down down & defrost buttons at the same time for 9 sec (they located under the screen), when your car is in "run" mode (press RUN two times without break pedal) Then enter radio menu and check the version and compare to the version I have for download. Goopd luck.

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Thanks for the point to the update page.

IE had issues, but it worked just fine with Firefox - you need to "disable protection for this page" to make it work . . . .

Now to see what the update will bring . . . .

Glad I could help out, I guess some don't even know they can update the car.

Hi Hakan, this update will work on all 8.4N UConnect for Dodge Journey 2013 Correct?

Will it still show the DODGE logo on bootup or FIAT?

hello serves me for my Journey 2015 sxt Uconnect 8.4 RE2

yes it works on the 2015.. just did it on mines today. I didn't see any changes in the menu or function. Just want my uconnect to read/display my LG memory card like my wifes Cherokee does

Holy , did not see any change in the menus or functions, saw some improvement in bluetooth, I'll leave the same logo dodge?

I saw the same as far as Bluetooth connecting quicker. I'm just waiting for uconnect to make the LG G3 100% compliant for our units.

I notice that when I remote start my DJ from far enough away that bluetooth doesn't reach (I have 3000' range) that my bluetooth will not connect when I get to the car... Any idea if the update fixes this? That would be awesome!

Anyone have the most recent version for the uconnect 8.4 RE2 2015 Journey SXT

I downloaded one from a 2014 SXT. It uses the same unit, so i used a vin from a 2014 model, downloaded and installed it on my 2015. I don't have remote start on mines, but the bluetooth seems to connect within 5-10 secs of starting the car.

Mine does too, but I have to be within bluetooth range... at almost 3000 feet I am WAY outside that range. 10 minutes later when I get within range it will not connect.

Check your phone to see if it needs an update. If not, delete extra Bluetooth connections on your unit and make your phone is set to be preferred connection.

All of that has been done... I think it has something to do with how long the car is running before I get within range. If I am in my house and start it, no problem. BUT, at work where I am pretty far away it just doesn't connect. I'll try the update some day when I have time to look into it... Who know? Maybe it will work afterwards.

BT generally has a range of 30 to 60 ft depending on obstacles and

other devices within that range that have BT active.

BT generally has a range of 30 to 60 ft depending on obstacles and other devices within that range that have BT active.

Ha! You guys are killing me... I get that I am way out of range. It is just annoying that it doesn't connect when I get into range (after remote starting). Hoping this fixes it, but until I have time to update I won't know. I will update as to whether it works when I do get around to it. Thanks.

Goto the page and send me a message with your VIN number (located at left corner of driverlocation, looking from outside of the car, windshield)

need the last 8 characters and numbers) and I can check if its different from the version I have on the page.

Or.... press the: temp up (red) & down (blue) & defrost buttons at the same time for 9 sec, when your car is in "run" mode (press RUN two times without breakpedal)

Then enter radio menu and check the version and compare to the version I have for download.

My 2015 had no updates, but I used a vin from a 2014 with the same radio and used that update which was more current than the original one.

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Why doesn't the 4.3" unconnect get any updates? Mine is 2.5 years old and there has never been an update available for my vin.

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Why would you expect updates? Does it have any bugs that require updating?

Actually there was one back in 2011 to eliminate little MP3 dropouts, but it was my dealer that applied it.

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Why would you expect updates? Does it have any bugs that require updating? Actually there was one back in 2011 to eliminate little MP3 dropouts, but it was my dealer that applied it.

You bring up a good point, software updates are ordinarily released to address needed improvements.

Does anyone on this forum remember the days when your vehicle was built, sold and driven?

These days, technological advancement is now in such high demand.

No problems with my system. I would just expect updates to better support new phones that are continually coming out. How does it work properly with all the new phones coming out?

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This absolutely did not work

Doesn’t work

Same, did not work on my radio

My Dodge Journey Uconnect still down or no operationnal

It should be in your manual.

I have my manual and it says nothing

Did not work and this is very frustrating

did not work for my 2013 dodge journey sxt still can’t connect to bluetooth very sad

How do I preset radio station in 2015 dodge journey

Tried to reset my uconnect but the procedure I found did not work. Still uconnect is unusable. Haven’t been able to use my unconnected for over 2 years and yet Dodge wants to charge me over $200 to fix it because it’s supposedly the module. Dodge should add this problem as a defect. Angry, frustrated 🤬😡

I agree, we pay a lot of money for these options and I am tired of the vehicle industry just washing their hands of their responsibilities to their clientele.

I sold my 2019 dodge charger after 6 months because of this issue, I drive to much for something so trivial to irritate me every single day. Took it in multiple times to get it fixed and the dealer couldn’t/wouldn’t fix it.

That’s hilarious. Up here in Canada it cost me over $1000 to replace. Then it went out a couple of months later.

My 2015 Journey crossroad’s uconnect will not come on after I start the vehicle until a few miles down the road. this happens mostly during cold weather; vehicle is garage kept.

I found a loose connection in the back of my 8.4 uconnect screen that was loose which caused it not to come on or sometimes go out and back on. I pulled all connections apart sprayed some electrical cleaner on them and replaced the connection, haven’t had any more problems sense. Search on You-Tube for instruction on how to remove the device.

I NEED A “HARD” RESET!!! NOBODY GETS THIS??? WILL NOT WORK AFTER FIRESTONE REPLACED BATTERY!!!

Uconnect is GARBAGE. It got corrupted during the update process! NAV never worked since.

Same for me. Don’t know what I can do now, feel certain it’s software not hardware!

I have follow the steps but my dodge journey sxt 2016 uconnect is not connecting

2016 Dodge Journey USB works with IPOD, but not bluetooth. Smartphone connects to Uconnect via bluetooth with no problem, weird thing is, my 2013 Dodge Avenger has no problem via blue tooth with smartphone or Ipod.

I got my self a aux/bt wireless connector / adapter that I plug on the aux input under the armrest with USB power connect my phone and there we go.. Bye bye frustration go away.. Costs me 8 bucks…

I bought a rt model in germany not long ago, the same, total crap, I read everything possible, even about fuse 131,128, total shit, as written above, software sucks from 2012 to 2016 unconnect crap,

Well I have no hope now, having g same problem, I’m not paying for the to fix this bs, guess I just use my bt speaker in car smh

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Uconnect 8.4 Update 2013-2014 Charger-300C-Journey / Version 14.27.B5

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SUBJECT: Flash: RE2 RE3 RE4 RE6 RE7 RB4 RB5 RB6 RB4 Radio Enhancements OVERVIEW: This bulletin involves updating the radio’s software and Navigation if required. MODELS: 2013-2014 (LD) Charger 2013-2014 (LX) 300 2013-2014 (JC) Journey NOTE: This bulletin applies to vehicles built with one of the following radios: **UConnect Touch 8.4 CD/DVD/MP3/NAV (sales code RB4) (2014 Model Year Only)** UConnect Touch 8.4 CD/DVD/MP3/NAV (sales code RB5) UConnect Touch 8.4n CD/DVD/MP3/NAV (sales code RB6) Media CTR 641N CD/DVD/MP3/NAV (Japan) (sales code RE4) Media CTR 641N CD/DVD/MP3/NAV (S.K.) (sales code RE7) UConnect Touch 8.4 CD/DVD/MP3 (sales code RE2) UConnect Touch 8.4N CD/DVD/MP3 (sales code RE3) UConnect Touch 8.4 CD/DVD/MP3 (sales code RE6) SYMPTOM/CONDITION: A customer may experience, one or more of the following conditions: · ** Radio display screen shows “Test Mode”. ** · ** Navigation screen locks up or display will be blank.** · **Navigation feature lockout disable (International Only).** · **Navigation system resets intermittently.** · **Translation improvements/corrections.** · **System consistency and operational improvements for menu selections, month/date formatting, and Garmin translation functions.** · **Radio system improvements during remote start operation.** NUMBER: 08-030-14 REV. A GROUP: Electrical DATE: August 15, 2014 · **Unable to adjust radio volume using steering wheel switch intermittently.** · **Second screen is blank when using split screen function.** · Some functionality for Japanese and Korean - keyboard, search, sort and jump. · Unable to add contacts to the favorite list. · Unable to dial the phone from the radio, while still able to dial from the phone. · Unable to delete a cell phone number from the favorite list. · More space available for phone book entries. · BlackBerry support for playing songs. · Reduce ticking noise during CD/USB pause and VR is silent between prompts. · VR unable to transition from Non-navigation to navigation mode. · iPod screen is displayed with navigation screen. · Asian language translation added. · Highlighted preset continues blinking. · Takes more then one button press to select preset #10 . · Unable to adjust volume from steering wheel switches. · Clock adjust pop up message displayed in English rather than current language. · Can not connect to the phone after it has been disconnect. · Teleprompter screen shows incomplete text. · Some functionality for traffic & weather jump button. · After changing a language and then selecting CDDA “of” is displayed as a tracking number. · In “Set Date Year” only 3 digits are displayed. · Split map view will not cancel. · Map screen turns black when driving. · When in Italian, the destination arrival text will overlap onto the map. · Does not accept Iraq when commanding “Set Target Country”. · Some pop up message characters is displayed with “!#”. · Traffic programming slow to start. download on my Server!  

Help!! Hello! just downloaded 14_27_B5 from your website (thank you@!) to my desktop then extracted the file onto my usb stick...took it into my Journey but nothing happens!? When USB is plugged in, rather than seeing the reflashing display, my uconnect recognizes it just as a usb stick and says no supported media available or something.. I've recently updated my uconnect system to 14.17.65 version... Am I doing something wrong?? HELP please! ::crying::  

is this an old update or new? not alot of hype about this one?  

It's still the 'old' update released 8/8/2014 and discussed here: http://www.300cforums.com/forums/ca...uconnect-update-13-14-now-11-12-vehicles.html Nothing new under the (sun...  

Ohhh...ok... I wonder why my uconnect wouldn't even read the usb stick though... Thanks for the answer anyway! Much appreciated!  

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HOW TO: Map Update on Uconnect CTP13+ (2013 - 2014)

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RScottyL said: This has been updated with the 2015.30 file names! Click to expand...

RScottyL said: NOTE: I wanted to thank user "tanbam" for these instructions, and for his permission to use them to start this thread! This map updating process is for the CTP13 and newer radios on the following vehicles: Chrysler 300 2013-2014 Dodge Charger 2013-2014 Dodge Dart 2013-2016 Dodge Journey 2013-2017 You should see an arrow for "Where To" when going to your navigation screen: If you have a 2011 – 2012 Charger, the files needed are different and instructions are located here: HOW TO: Map Update on Uconnect CTP11 & CTP12 (2011 - 2012) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Getting Started - What you will need: (1) Compatible Garmin Nuvi which has 3D maps and junction views. (2) Compatible USB flash drive at least 8GB in size (3) CTP13 firmware if your unit doesn't have it! (4) Garmin Express to update the maps on your Garmin Nuvi ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Step 1: Getting update files from the Nuvi Begin by plugging your Nuvi into the computer and running GARMIN Express or Garmin Map Updater. The program will let you update your Nuvi software and will install the latest map update. This will take some time, so just let it do its thing. After the Nuvi has been updated and has the latest maps, you must enable the Mass Storage feature so that you can browse the files using your computer's file explorer. After this is done, your Nuvi will show up in your computer like a normal USB flash drive. This only needs to be done once. To enable Mass Storage in the Nuvi: 1) Disconnect the Nuvi from the computer. 2) From the main, "Where To?" screen, tap the "Volume" button. 3) Tap and hold the upper-right corner for about 10 seconds to enter the Diagnostics Page. 4) Scroll down and tap "MTP Settings". 5) Select "Mass Storage" and tap the "Save" button. 5) Tap the back arrow button twice to go back to the main screen. After Mass Storage is enabled, plug the Nuvi back into the computer. To copy the update files to a USB stick: 1) Ensure that the computer is set to "Show hidden files, folders, and drives", and that "Hide extensions for known file types" & "Hide protected operating system files" are both unchecked. This will allow you to easily find the Nuvi files and avoid confusion. 2) Plug a blank USB stick into your computer and create a folder named "Garmin". All of the update files will go into this folder, regardless of where they came from in the Nuvi. Inside the Garmin folder, create three more folders named "ASR", "JCV", and "SID". 3) Open the Nuvi 'drive' and browse to the ".System" folder which should be visible at the top of the list. If you don't see it, go back and double-check that step 1) was completed properly. 4) Copy ONLY the following five files from the ".System" folder in the Nuvi into the "Garmin" folder in the USB stick (UPDATED FILES IN GREEN ): gmap3d.img (07/01/2021) gmapprom.img (07/01/2021) gmapbmap.img (03/14/2011) gmaptz.img (05/03/2021) gmapdem.img (07/01/2021) 5) Browse to the ".System\ASR" folder in the Nuvi and copy ONLY the following four files into the "Garmin\ASR" folder on the USB stick: 06U3MARK.SRX (07/01/2021) 06U3MARL.ASR (07/01/2021) 06U3MARM.ASR (07/01/2021) 06U3MARN.ASR (07/01/2021) * Note that these file names are ONLY for 2022.20 map . 6) Browse to the ".System\JCV" folder in the Nuvi and copy ONLY the following file into the "Garmin\JCV" folder on the USB stick: D31913780A.JCV (07/01/2021) Large JCV File D3060350A.JCV *Note that this file name is ONLY for the 2022.20 map **Note that there are three different versions of the JCV file, determined by size! The above listed is the MEDIUM sized one! . 7) Browse to the ".System\SID" folder in the Nuvi and copy ONLY the following two files into the "Garmin\SID" folder on the USB stick: D2656400A.SID (07/01/2021) D3406360A.SID (07/01/2021) * Note that these file names are ONLY for 2022.20 map . When you are finished, the folder/file structure on the USB stick should look like this: └───Garmin . │ gmap3d.img . │ gmapprom.img . │ gmaptz.img . │ gmapbmap.img . │ gmapdem.img . │ . ├───ASR . │ 06U3MARK.SRX . │ 06U3MARL.ASR . │ 06U3MARM.ASR . │ 06U3MARN.ASR . │ . ├───JCV . │ D3191380A.JCV . │ . └───SID . D2656400A.SID . D3406360A.SID Some folks may notice that this does not include the full set of update files that come with a Nuvi update, however, these are the only files that are required for the CTP13 and newer system. The other files will just be taking up unnecessary space. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Step 2: Unlocking the gmapprom.img and gmap3d.img files Now that the update package is on the USB stick, there is still one more step before it can be uploaded to the car. This may be unnecessary, but it's better to be safe than sorry. The CTP13+ systems do not require you to generate an unlock code, but two files, gmapprom.img & gmap3d.img should be manually unlocked before they go into the car. The best program that I've used to unlock the maps can be found here: Garmin Image Tools Download this file to your computer and unzip into a folder on your desktop. To unlock the two files, simply drag-and-drop them one at a time onto the "gimgunlock.exe" file using your file explorer. It will only take a couple of seconds to unlock both files. A command window will flash by, so fast you may miss it if you blink. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Step 3: Updating the CTP13 and newer map in the car Now the update package is ready to go into the car. It could very well be that the update is ready to go as it is, but I didn't use this exact method while I was getting my system going. I was trying to use the full nuvi update package, which I believe may have been too large. This smaller file set may install fine with no problems. I'll post the method that I used after this post, but hopefully it won't be needed since it requires you to go through the update process multiple times. 1) Toggle the Start button to the ACC or RUN positions. The car engine needs not be running, but be aware that the car will turn itself off in the ACC or RUN positions after a period of time. It is critical that you don't allow the car to turn off after the update process begins. Either babysit it by periodically cycling the Start button to reset the timer (make sure the doors are closed when doing this) or just go for a drive while the map is being updated. The update can take more than an hour, so plan accordingly. 2) Go to the navigation screen and plug the update USB stick into the USB jack in the center console. The radio will recognize that an update disk has been inserted, and will begin validating the files on the USB stick. This may take some time. If the validation process has an error, especially if a "0x31A0" pops up, then this all-at-once method will not work. Please go to the next post for further instructions. If the validation process passes, a window will pop up and will ask you if you want to update to the newer map. Proceed through the onscreen prompts. 3) After this, the radio will reboot and begin copying the new files into the system. This will take a long time, so just let it finish. Occasionally, the radio may lock up at the reboot stage. If it doesn't reboot after a minute or so, you must pull the radio fuse in the trunk. I have no idea why this happens, but nothing bad happens to the radio and you can simply repeat from step 1 again after plugging the fuse back in. 4) After the install process has reached 100%, the radio will again reboot. It may either tell you that the map update was successful or not, but if it got all the way to the end, the update was successful regardless of what it says. 5) Go into your settings and verify that the maps were updated to the latest version. 6) Enjoy! ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Step 4: Fallback method for installing full update This is the way that I updated my maps. It's more painful than the way I posted earlier, so I hope the previous method is good enough. I've spent so much time going through map updates that I just don't have the motivation to go back and do it again! Hopefully someone will chime in soon with a success story. The problem is that the maps are getting too big. If there's not enough free space in the radio to fit the updated files, the validation process will fail. There is a way to 'clean' out the radio of the older map files so that enough space is recovered for a full update. Unfortunately, there's no way for us to plug a computer into the radio and make any changes, so we have to use the UConnect method. When you install the new map, the old files are deleted during the process. If you do not have new files to replace them in the update USB stick, nothing gets copied in their place so the internal flash drive space is released. I used a three-step process, but maybe steps 2 and 3 can be combined into one single step. Step 1: 1) On the USB stick, create another folder in the root named "Disabled". 2) Move all of the Garmin subfolders (ASR, JCV, & SID) into the "Disabled" folder. 3) Plug the USB stick into the car and perform the update. It will be faster, since fewer files are installed. When this is done, you will have only updated the three files in the Garmin folder, gmapprom.img, gmap3d.img, and gmaptz.img. This will give you updated detailed maps, 3D landmarks, and time zones. Step 2: 1) On the USB stick, move gmap3d.img & gmaptz.img from the Garmin folder into the Disabled folder. Leave gmapprom.img in the Garmin folder, otherwise you will get a "NO FILES FOUND" error 2) Move the JCV folder from the Disabled folder into the Garmin folder. 3) Plug the USB stick into the car and perform the update again. When this is done, the Junction View is now installed, and the 3D landmarks and time zones are still there. Step 3: 1) On the USB stick, move the ASR & SID folders from the Disabled folder into the Garmin folder. Leave gmapprom.img and the JCV folder in the Garmin folder. 2) Plug the USB stick into the car and perform the update once again. After this is completed, the system is fully updated to the new maps and all features work except for the phone number lookup. As I mentioned, steps 2 & 3 may possibly be done in one step after cleaning out the old files in step 1. Click to expand...

First time updating maps on Charger SXT 2014. The CTP is 14. Any idea what would cause, " Map update was not installed successfully. Please retry update procedure or contact your dealer for assistance ." ?  

CTP14 has additional security to make it more difficult to manually install maps. You can either downgrade your system to CTP13, or add gmapprom.gma, gmapprom.unl, gmap3d.gma, and gmap3d.unl to your upgrade USB stick, along with all of the other files. CTP15 is even more secure, so that trick will not work anymore. I recommend downgrading to CTP13 before installing a map update.  

Tanbam Merry Christmas and Happy NY. So my dealer updated me to CTP14 and I am looking to update. I see your quote below. One question...Just so I understand completely... Pull these files from my Nuvi and place these in the appropriate folders?  

Bingo! It took about 30 seconds to validate, and then prompted, this update may take up to two hours and should not be interrupted - proceed - yes/no. Voila! Thank you Tanbam.  

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On, but slightly off topic... when I go to the Garmin website, they have some voices and vehicles for download. Anyone have any idea if we can get those to work in our cars? I tried putting them in the Garmin folder on a USB drive and I got an "error on reflashing" message. I would really like to have Darth Vader be the voice of my car.  

I like that Sock Monkey - Darth Vader - especially in my pitch black SXT would be cool in an eery kind of way.  

Unfortunately, we don't have the ability to easily add voices or vehicles like you can on a nüvi. I've spent some time trying to figure it out, including an attempt to open the radio up and soldering wires to the Garmin module test points in order to try to gain direct write access to the flash memory, but I wasn't successful. There are still some things I want to try out, but I'll probably wait for the next map update before attempting them.  

I hope you do figure it out. Darth Vader is waiting. And you know how he gets. Lol Sent from AutoGuide.com Free App  

You could either downgrade back to CTP13, or add the following files from the nüvi: Gmapprom.gma Gmapprom.unl Gmap3d.gma Gmap3d.unl This is only good for CTP14 firmware, which checks to see if those files are present befor allowing the update to begin. These files are related to the map unlocking process, but they'll be keyed to the doner nüvi. You'll still need to manually unlock your map. For CTP15 firmware, those four files must be present AND be keyed to the actual radio, not the nüvi. There's no way currently available to do this, so you cannot update the maps with files from a nüvi if you're running that firmware. All CTP13+ radios can run the same firmware, so if you've got CTP15 firmware, you can simply downgrade to one that allows updates. I run CTP15 firmware, but when the new maps come out, I downgrade to CTP13, install the maps, then go back to CTP15.  

OK, Loaded all the files above as well as all previously required on a USB that I have used many times before. Unlocked GMAPPROM.IMG with GiMGUNLOCK and also tried a non-unlocked file and I get Update not correct see your dealer message. I would rather not roll back to CTP13 if not needed, any other suggestions?  

Thanks as always. Luckily I am only at CTP14 so I will add the files and run the unlock program on them. Hope you have a great holiday.  

Admittedly, I've never tried to update my maps with firmware higher than CTP13 because I don't want to add the extra files, so I'm just going off of other people's recounts. It only takes a few minutes to revert to CTP13 firmware, and only a few minutes to go back to CTP14/15. Considering how long it takes to install the map updates, it only adds a little more time to the process.  

I finally got it to work on CTP14 without having to down grade to 13. I believe my problem was I didn't have the folder structure right. I did have to unlock 1 or more of the files. Might want to triple check your folder structure. http://www.chargerforums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=236649  

Thanks, I did the roll back to CTP13, easy... Updated to 2015.30 went well, I think I will just leave it at CTP13 unless anyone knows a reason not too?  

Thanks guys. I'll do a search and find the CTP13 firmware. So any benefit over CTP14 and CTP15? The Dealership only brought me up to CTP14.  

I've used all three firmware versions, and have not seen any appreciable difference besides the security features. I thought CTP15 seemed faster, but it may just be a placebo. I'm still on CTP13 after the last map update, since I haven't gotten around to upgrade it back. I can't tell the difference...  

I have to agree, no difference in CTP14 that I saw accept I can no longer access the Data with the hidden button on the right side of the nav screen for system data. I think I will stay at CTP13 too.  

Good afternoon, RScottyL Thanks to your great work, I managed to update the firmware and map gps of my FIAT FREEMONT (CTP13 - Brazil). But I could not put the radar warning next to the map of the vehicle. Would you assist me? Thank U Paul  

RScottyL said: NOTE: I wanted to thank user "tanbam" for these instructions, and for his permission to use them to start this thread! <snip> 4) Copy ONLY the following five files from the ".System" folder in the Nuvi into the "Garmin" folder in the USB stick: gmap3d.img gmapprom.img gmapbmap.img gmaptz.img gmapdem.img <----- <snip> Click to expand...

Does the car need to be running when doing this update? I have tried it twice now an both times I had the car in accessory mode. Both times the car shut down while the update was taking place. The manual says that the car will turn off after 30 minutes of no activity in accessory mode, but both times it went over an hour before shutting off. When I restarted the car it told me that the updates were successful, but then I received a message that there are no detailed maps loaded. When I click on the map screen, it is blank and only the car appears. How can I keep the car awake long enough to complete the full maps update? Do I have to leave the car running for the full time? Any help would be appreciated. Nick  

I went for a nice long drive. Sent from AutoGuide.com Free App  

I got it to work without running the vehicle. I put the vehicle in accessory mode and started the update. Every 25 minutes, I came back out, got in the vehicle, shut the door and then cycled from ACC to RUN to OFF and back to ACC. This reset the timer. One other note - I originally was getting an error when trying to start the update (after the validation was completed). It ended up being my thumb drive. The radio wouldn't recognize a 32GB drive. I switched to a smaller drive and it worked great. My maps are now updated. Thanks for the great thread.  

If you had read the instructions fully up in the first post, you would have noticed this: 1) Toggle the Start button to the ACC or RUN positions. The car engine needs not be running, but be aware that the car will turn itself off in the ACC or RUN positions after a period of time. It is critical that you don't allow the car to turn off after the update process begins. Either babysit it by periodically cycling the Start button to reset the timer (make sure the doors are closed when doing this) or just go for a drive while the map is being updated. The update can take more than an hour, so plan accordingly. This is pretty much how I do it myself! The original updates we posted has less files and would usually finish quicker. I finally tried this last update with the additional files, and it took a little longer! I did it while on a drive! The radio "should" recognize a 32GB drive, as long as you have it formatted in FAT32 and not NTFS! I just checked mine though, and I have a 16GB USB 3.0, although the USB 3.0 won't make a difference in the car, as I assume it is USB 2.0  

Need gmapdem.img I have all the files but gmapdem.img. Can't seem to find it no matter how many times I update my GPS. Anyone have a link to a copy for 2015.30?  

dragonsoul said: I have all the files but gmapdem.img. Can't seem to find it no matter how many times I update my GPS. Anyone have a link to a copy for 2015.30? Click to expand...

I have a new 2015 Ram 2500 with a 8.4 uconnect. Do you think this idea would work on that truck? Regards Scott in New Zealand  

I have not tested it, but curious of that myself! They use different systems, as it is the NEWER UConnect in the RAM, which is now used in the 2015 Charger!  

To do the update, you have to use a DVD or a flash drive! It won't look at the SD Card! IIRC, the newer ones don't have an optical drive, so you may only have the choice of using a flash drive!  

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HOW TO: Update your Garmin Maps in UConnect 8.4N RB5

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Disclaimer: No talks of piracy, illegal links to download map files, fraudalent practices in obtaining GPS units etc. This is the guide to update your Garmin maps on your 8.4N RB5. Use the following at your own risk; I am not responsible for breaking your system. I have come to realize though that this process mainly messes with the Map files, so if you screw up anything technically you can redo the process to fix it, it doesn't mess with the underlying Garmin software so that still gives you access to fix issues. The links below are not mine, again use at your own risk. Using this method you can get quarterly updates for a flat one time cost of buying a GPS unit. P.S. no you do not need to buy a brand new unit, you can buy broken units, as long as your PC can read and detect the GPS you are good to go (i.e. screen cracked units on eBay for cheap). Tools required: Garmin Nuvi LMT with ASR for CTP2012/2012.5 (3490/3590LMT/3597LMT guaranteed to work - 3580LMT reported to work) Garmin Nuvi 3490LMT/3590LMT/3597LMT for CTP2012/2012.5/CTP13 (3580LMT reported to work) gimgunlock JetMouse Garmin Express 8GB+ USB Stick (the systems are very picky about the USB drives... if one does not work try a different one... slower drives works best) Reported working drives: SanDisk Cruzer 8GB (CTP2012) Lexar S50 8GB (CTP2012) Kingston Digital 16GB DataTraveler 101 G2 (CTP13) Kingston Digital 16GB DataTraveler 111 CTP2012 / 2012.5 1-Copy the Garmindevice.xml from the nuvi onto your USB stick to the folder Garmin/ 2-Run Garmin Express 3-Download CN NT 2015.30 NA update 4-Garmin Express will download the files to the USB stick in folder .system/, keep only the following files/folders: .system/ASR (folder+contents): *******0.SRX to *******3.ASR (only the first 4 sequential files) .system/gmapprom.img .system/GMAPTZ.IMG 5-Rename .system/ to Garmin/ 6-Create Garmin/JCV (folder) 7-Download: 2015.30 Full Size JCV http://download.garmin.com/support/2015_30/NA/JV/D3060160A.JCV and put it in JCV folder (this download is not required if your Nuvi version downloads the Full Screen JCV by default) 8-Put car in run mode (with engine on or not) 9-Turn all unnecessary features off (i.e. A/C) 10-Leave your radio on (needed to recognize a USB is plugged in) 11-Goto the Navigation screen 12-Plug USB stick into vehicle, it will start Validating the USB stick 13-When the update prompts, follow the menus, when it askes for an unlock code, use JetMouse (usage not explained here) 14-Let the system update (1-1.5hr process, if engine is not on, the car will shutdown after some time, to prevent this cycle the off-acc-run button so it resets the idle timer) 15-Once it reaches 100%/full completion bar: It will either give a maps updated successfully message or reflash failed message. Just verify that the maps loaded fine, but you should be GTG. CTP13 1-Copy the Garmindevice.xml from the nuvi onto your USB stick to the folder Garmin/ 2-Run Garmin Express 3-Download CN NT 2015.30 NA update 4-Garmin Express will download the files to the USB stick in folder .system/, keep only the following files/folders: .system/ASR (folder+contents): *******0.SRX to *******3.ASR (only the first 4 sequential files) .system/SID (folder+contents): *********.sid (1st, 4th file only: D2656xxxx.sid & D3406xxxx.sid) .system/SQLite (folder+contents) .system/GMAP3D.IMG .system/gmapprom.img .system/GMAPTZ.IMG 5-Rename .system/ to Garmin/ 6-Run gimgunlock on GMAP3D.IMG and GMAPPROM.img (usage not explained here) 7-Create text files GMAP3D.unl and GMAPPROM.unl and paste unlock code from JetMouse (usage not explained here, most state to exclude this step, but it had no negative effect on my system leaving it in the Garmin/ folder) 8-Put car in run mode (with engine on or not) 9-Turn all unnecessary features off (i.e. A/C) 10-Leave your radio on (needed to recognize a USB is plugged in) 11-Goto the Navigation screen 12-Plug USB stick into vehicle, it will start Validating the USB stick 13-When the update prompts, follow the menus 14-Let the system update (1-1.5hr process, if engine is not on, the car will shutdown after some time, to prevent this cycle the off-acc-run button so it resets the idle timer) 15-Once it reaches 100%/full completion bar: It should more than likely give a reflash failed message vice maps updated successfully message. Just verify that the maps loaded fine, but you should be GTG.  

I found an interesting document here . It is a service bulletin for RE2, RE3, RE6, RB4, RB5 and RB6 Radio Enhancements. It doesn't specifically list the Dart but says Chargers, 300s and Journeys built on or before July 9th, 2012 or July 16th 2012 can be updated. My Dart has a build date of early July 2012. I'm thinking about ordering the two update CD's (68213523AA and 68213518AA) to see if they might apply to my Dart. A couple places list them for around $10 each. Hmm, may have found the second update here (scroll to the bottom). This is *ONLY* for the RB5 CTP2012(.5) Darts, not the newer CTP2013 Darts. I'll probably still order both CD's anyway. Follow-up: The above link for the second update did in fact upgrade the Garmin software version from 2.31 to 4.14. I investigated the first update a bit further. I think it would not work on the system in the Dart. It appears to be older than the version included with the RB5 in my Dart.  

Thanks for the link. I was able to update my nav software without issue. FYI for others, My dart was built in Oct 2012, and has the CTP 2012.5  

@EstoyLoco any idea why my UConnect says that my update file 2014.40 isn't compatible with my unit? I have the CTP2013 version and my USB drive has all of the folders and contents setup like you have listed above. I've got the .unl files with the unlock codes sitting in the main folder along side the .img files (which were unlocked).  

Perhaps USB drive is too fast/new or the maps are wrong. I haven't had a chance to try updating my maps yet. I purchased a 3590LMT with a cracked screen for less than $50 on eBay.  

I thought the CTP2013 systems didn't require the unl files. At least I think I read that somewhere. I'll see if I can find where I read that. Did the maps you used include Canada and Mexico? The map has to match what the Dart has and it has the North American one that included Canada and Mexico.  

I have 2 different sets of maps. One is just US, and the other is everything. I'll try it out without the .unl file in the folder and see if that works when I have a chance.  

Myfurf61 said: I tried updating mine a while back and got this error message. View attachment 31567 Haven't tried it yet with these instructions though. Click to expand...

I thought the CTP2013 systems didn't require the unl files. At least I think I read that somewhere. I'll see if I can find where I read that. Did the maps you used include Canada and Mexico? The map has to match what the Dart has and it has the North American one that included Canada and Mexico. I haven't tried mine yet but I ran GMapTool (info) on the gmapprom.img after updating my Garmin. It lists the file as "PID 1, FID 3187, CN North America NT 2014.40". Not sure if it helps.  

marg_fan said: I haven't tried mine yet but I ran GMapTool (info) on the gmapprom.img after updating my Garmin. It lists the file as "PID 1, FID 3187, CN North America NT 2014.40". Not sure if it helps. Click to expand...

I broke down and bought a 3590lmt yesterday, should be here Thursday. Weird thing is now my GPS speed is way off sometimes, or at least it was on my was home. Edit: GPS worked fine later in the day. May have been fluke.  

I have the latest unlocked files for gmapsupp and gmap3d or what ever they are labeled as. BUt is the only way to get the other files is to buy a nav unit as directed and they download with the 2014 file? Or are those just directories one has to create.  

For the purpose of this discussion, the proper way to get the files is to purchase a 3490LMT or a 3590LMT (possibly others) and update them through Garmin Express or buy the update DVD that has year old maps. You can download the appropriate JCV file directly from Garmin though.  

of course that is the proper way but why when the info is available. just have to find it or be shown where it is.  

I think someone should just download and post them here lol.  

I don't know how you guys feel about this, but when I built my car, I paid $495 extra for GPS. There's probably only a handful of GPS units out that cost THAT much, and I'm willing to bet that they all get free map updates. Ours should as well considering the premium we paid for it...  

what even worse is they actually have an 8.4 screen without it. WHY did some penny pincher have to sit there and say lets make it an option. lets spend more money on making a radio without the software (cause lets face it that's all it is). I don't get it. They have probably made hand over fist already on the original cost to make the unit. Dumb. Just like GM though. I have a Cadillac ATS WITH nav. gm actually has the same ats one trim level down from mine that has the same radio but no nav. however its worse with GM because they still give you a Navigation button. But when you press it, it tells you to call onstar. HAHA what a waste. If this was 10 years ago I would understand but its not and anyone can get a Better than OEM navigation system for 1-200 bucks. ITs a joke if you ask me. Of course that's my opinion. but still it makes no sense. the best part is Sirius and XM have there hands in our pockets with the same units. You can not get traffic without a subscription However back to the 1-200 dollar units that get I for free. The worst part of the traffic is you have to pay for radio as well to get it. SO yea what a joke.  

How much is the update through Dodge? Mine is now telling me I'm due after 6 months owning the car.  

Thanks for the help!  

@marg_fan, if I buy an old or busted unit form Ebay do I have to purchase the lifetime updates also?  

If you buy a 3490LMT or a 3590LMT, it comes with lifetime map updates. L=lifetime, M=maps, T=traffic. There my be others that will work but I've read the 3490 and the 3590 are considered the best matches to the Garmin system in our Darts. I didn't get to try installing the newer maps this weekend. I'll try next weekend.  

So with a CTP13 do we need the .UNL files? If so, what do we put for Unit ID for Jetmouse? I keep getting an error when it attempts to validate the update. The hourglass goes for about 5 - 10 minutes and then I get the error. I have 5 files in ASR, and 1 file in each JCV, SID, and SQLite folder. Then just GMAP.IMG, gmapprom.img, and GMAPTZ.IMG. What am I missing? Is it case sensitive?  

The. Unl files don't go in the folder, leave them out. For the SID folder, there should be 4 files: D2656140A.sid D3157120A.sid D3398110A.sid D3406110A.sid If you're getting a read error, then you need a better quality USB drive.  

Thanks. I was able to load the maps, however, it failed afterward. I see new streets, but either have no 3D buildings or no new 3D buildings.  

I'm failing after loading the MAP file 100% through and it doesn't take. I'm going to try and rebuild the file and try again.  

Has anyone updated a Nav that is at the CPT14 level from the factory.  

definitely not as easy as it was stated. there is a few things to know. and it is a pain some times. ALso since the system takes forever to import it is a much better idea to have the car running if possible. will stop the possibility of the ign timing out if you have a pushbutton start. My self and Starscreem and been going back and forth working on what is needed etc and Finally it was successful. the information is vastly available. and google searches will lead you to the files if you are like me and know its all available just takes some time to get what is needed. now I have the 2014.40 maps on my car with RED light and speed camera warnings with full version large view Junction files ( the part of the map where it shows you the next intersection if you are navigating.  

My Durango has the full JCV file, I prefer the split screen version myself, so that's what I'm using when I finally get mine to work. I made it to the point where the MAP file installs 100%, but fails right after that and it doesn't write to the system. So like you did, I'm going to rebuild the map file and try again just trying to install Map Source now so that I can do that next.  

You say that like you have not tried. I've seen your name on other forums doing exactly what I did. Then I guess that didn't work out for you so you bought one of those units and then acted like you figured it out.  

I want to do this lol, I tried looking for the files myself but I guess I will have to look a little harder - or differently, I have been using my phone - every time I get home I forget to search with my desktop (makes it easier)  

BTW updated original post with URL to 2014.40 JCV  

3-Download CT NT 2014.40 NA update- I'm stuck here. How did you download the map files from Express? 4-Copy the following files that is downloaded to a USB stick- Where are the files located? Garmin/ASR (folder+contents) Garmin/SID (folder+contents) Garmin/SQLite (folder+contents) Garmin/GMAP3D.IMG Garmin/gmapprom.img Garmin/GMAPTZ.IMG  

Well I did some google searching and found all of the files needed to do the upgrade. I also found some more information on a chrysler 300 forum where they were also using this same method to upgrade their maps. They said at the end it might say it failed, but it still upgrades the maps. I upgraded mine and it said it failed, but when I checked the map version it was upgraded to the 2014.40 version. @RenderVoid are you coming to mopars in may on saturday? If you are you can use my usb drive to update your maps.  

jamie57 said: @RenderVoid are you coming to mopars in may on saturday? If you are you can use my usb drive to update your maps. Click to expand...

tylerk said: 3-Download CT NT 2014.40 NA update- I'm stuck here. How did you download the map files from Express? 4-Copy the following files that is downloaded to a USB stick- Where are the files located? Click to expand...

EstoyLoco, great writup. I'd make a couple of additions to the first post, though, to help clear up any misunderstanding. First off, I'd add a step to the beginning so that folks are able to browse the nuvi on their PC by telling them how to enable the Mass Storage Mode: 1) Go to the main "Where To?" screen. 2) Tap the "Volume" button. 3) Touch and hold the upper-right corner of the screen for about seven seconds, until the Diagnostic Page opens. 4) Scroll down and select the "MTP Settings" menu bar. 5) Select "Mass Storage" and press the "Save" button. This will make the nuvi behave like a USB drive when it's plugged into the PC. Garmin Express will still work fine. This only needs to be done one time. The files that they're looking for are located in the hidden ".System" folder. If they are getting the files pulled from the nuvi instead of downloading them directly to the USB stick, the ASR, SID, & SQLite folders contain a LOT of unnecessary (and potentially harmful) files for the nuvi. It should be clear which actual files should be copied over to the USB stick for installation in the car. Without listing the actual file names, I don't know the best way to do this, but the post would need to be edited each quarter when new maps are released. Again, great writeup.  

tanbam said: If they are getting the files pulled from the nuvi instead of downloading them directly to the USB stick, the ASR, SID, & SQLite folders contain a LOT of unnecessary (and potentially harmful) files for the nuvi. It should be clear which actual files should be copied over to the USB stick for installation in the car. Without listing the actual file names, I don't know the best way to do this, but the post would need to be edited each quarter when new maps are released. Again, great writeup. Click to expand...

marg_fan said: I updated my CTP2012 system to the 2014.40 maps today. I used a Lexar S50 8GB Jumpdrive I purchased at Target. I thought it might be too fast so I had an older USB stick to try but it worked the first time I tried it. I think the USB drive was right around $15. I'll get an extra (or two) the next time I'm at Target for backups. Edit: I used a 3950LMT with a cracked screen I purchased on eBay for less than $40 (shipped) to get the maps. Even with the cracked screen, it is fully functional. I bought a cheap screen protector to cover the cracked screen. Click to expand...

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