10-15-2012, 10:02 PM | #1 | |
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Adding Navigation to 2013 Ram Trucks with UConnect 8.4A Radios
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The UConnect 8.4A (RA3) Nav-Ready is now avail for 2013 RAM Trucks Activation is $595/$520 Program ID# 39CDT charged to the parts acct and has a six month "free Trial" The (RA4) has Nav standard with a 12 month service inc'l. The charge is for the package of services as well as the actual Navagation feature. |
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10-16-2012, 09:02 AM | #2 | |
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I love the idea that customers/dealers can easily add navigation to an existing non-nav display but I'm wondering if Chrysler's already added the GPS antenna. |
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11-22-2012, 10:05 PM | #3 | |
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11-22-2012, 11:12 PM | #4 | |
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The new 2nd generation 8.4 radios feature one model that comes without navigation, but in which the navigation option can be "unlocked" for a fee (model RA3). This radio debuted on the 2013 Ram, and will be phased into to other Chrysler vehicles in the next year or two. The 2013 Viper will launch with it next, followed by the refreshed 2014 Grand Cherokee which launches in Q1 2013. The RA4 is a step up from the RA3 and comes standard with premium navigation and HD radio. The navigation system in the RA4 comes with features that you do not get when adding navigation to an RA3 (such as "dead reckoning"). Upgrading the RA3 for the nav feature is an easy process, as bigolyt noted it requires the dealer to open a RO and call Chrysler with the 22-digit request code. A 16-digit activation code is then emailed and simply entered into the radio activation screen. If a vehicle comes from the factory with an RA3 radio you cannot upgrade/replace it with an RA4. |
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11-22-2012, 11:20 PM | #5 | |
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So since my dealer doesnt know the ins and outs, maybe you can tell me Does the 8.4a's unlocked NAV use the same system as the 8.4n? but just looses some functionality? Are there any other things lost as far as the NAV piece? I know the HD radio and Sirius Link arent on the 8.4a. Last but not least... price?! |
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11-22-2012, 11:42 PM | #6 | |
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As 79LilRedExpress noted the MSRP for the upgrade on the Ram is $595 MSRP, but I have heard that some dealers will be charging a lot more. |
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11-23-2012, 12:24 PM | #8 |
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I just got the NAV activated on my 8.4a RA3 at my local RAM dealership (not the one I bought it at) and they didnt charge me... I think that its so new that they didnt know they had to. Or they just mark it up a lot and try to make more money off it.
I had to explain to the service guy what it was, and they looked up the TSB to figure out HOW to do it I'll let you know if it does in fact have 3D maps when I get to a bigger metropolitan area. There is an option to enable the 3D maps on this one though, so thats promising. |
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I decided to split the conversation about adding Navigation to the 2013 Ram Trucks away from the thread about the Chrysler 300 Limiteds and create a new thread.
I thought the possibility that some Service Department employees may be activating a customer's Navigation without collecting any money warranted its own thread. I can see this mistake being made by many dealerships and it could cost several hundred dollars before the problem is identified and corrected. |
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I'm guessing that's the reason Chrysler wants the dealership to open a Repair Order so the dealership will have a method to track the revenue and expense. Concerning excessive mark-up to add Navigation, my guess is some enterprising CJDR dealership will offer to complete the activation process via the Internet for a reduced price. |
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11-28-2012, 07:18 AM | #12 | |
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From a dealer's perspective, which 8.4 radio makes more sense for Ram Trucks you're ordering for dealer inventory? Is it better to have a cheaper MSRP with the ability to add Navigation or will some customers refuse to buy a Ram with the RA3 because it will never be as capable as the RA4? |
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11-29-2012, 02:59 PM | #13 | |
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As for that “free” nav download… I’m wondering if the dealer simply signed-up the truck for the no-charge trial version. ??? Last edited by CL Pgh; 11-29-2012 at 03:01 PM. |
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12-03-2012, 10:54 AM | #14 | |
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That's a great point - I didn't even think of that... |
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Is there a way to find out what version they did? Everything I've been reading is that its non transferable, non refundable, so my assumption is that the NAV is what it is for the life of the vehicle. Im assuming the map updates would be what has an annual cost? But do you think the actual NAV will stop working after the trial? Icon goes bye bye?
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