Get Started
1. VisitUconnectPhone.comto check mobile device and feature compatibility and to find
phone pairing instructions.
2. Reduce background noise. Wind and passenger conversations are examples of noise
that may impact recognition.
3. Speak clearly at a normal pace and volume while facing straight ahead. The micro-
phone is positioned on the rearview mirror and aimed at the driver.
4. Each time you give a Voice Command, you must first push either the VR or Phone
button, wait untilafterthe beep, then say your Voice Command.
5. You can interrupt the help message or system prompts by pushing the VR or Phone
button and saying a Voice Command from current category.
All you need to control your Uconnect®system with your voice are the buttons on your
steering wheel.
Uconnect® VR/Phone Buttons
1—PushToInitiateOrToAnswerAPhone Call, Send Or Receive A Text2—PushToBeginRadioOrMediaFunctions3—PushToEndCall
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Phone
Making and answering hands-free phone calls is easy with Uconnect®.Whenthe
Phonebook button is illuminated on your touchscreen, your system is ready.
U.S. residents can visit UconnectPhone.com to check mobile device and feature com-
patibility and to find phone pairing instructions.
Push the Phone button.Afterthebeep,sayoneofthefollowingcommands…
•CallJohn Smith
•Dial123-456-7890 and follow the system prompts
•Redial(call previous outgoing phone number)
•Call back(call previous incoming phone number)
TIP:When providing a Voice Command, push the Phone buttonand say“Call,”then
pronounce the nameexactlyas it appears in your phone book. When a contact has
multiple phone numbers, you can say“CallJohn Smithwork.”
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There are also two USB “Charge Only” ports located on the back of the center console for
rear passengers.
To r o u t e t h e U S B / i P o d®cable out of the center console, use the access cut out.
NOTE:
•WhenconnectingyouriPod®device for the first time, the system may take several
minutes to read your music, depending on the number of files. For example, the system
will take approximately five minutes for every 1,000 songs loaded on the device. Also
during the reading process, the Shuffle and Browse functions will be disabled. This
process is needed to ensure the full use of your iPod®features and only happens the
first time it is connected. After the first time, the reading process of your iPod®will take
considerably less time unless changes are made or new songs are added to the playlist.
•TheUSBportsupportscertainMini,Classic,Nano,Touch,andiPhone®devices. The
USB port also supports playing music from compatible external USB Mass Storage
Class memory devices. Some iPod®software versions may not fully support the USB
port features. Please visit Apple’s website for iPod®software updates.
Audio Jack (AUX)
The AUX allows a portable device, such as an MP3 player or an iPod®,tobepluggedinto
the radio and utilize the vehicle’s sound system, using a 3.5 mm audio cable, to amplify
the source and play through the vehicle speakers.
•Pressingthe“AUX”buttononthetouchscreenwillchangethemodetoauxiliarydevice
if the audio jack is connected, allowing the music from your portable device to be heard
through the vehicle's speakers. In order to activate the AUX, plug in the audio jack.
•Thefunctionsoftheportabledevicearecontrolledusingthedevicebuttons.The
volume may be controlled using the radio or portable device.
•Toroutetheaudiocableoutofthecenterconsole,usetheaccesscutoutinthefront
of the console.
Bluetooth® Streaming Audio
If using a Bluetooth®-equippeddevice,youmayalsobeabletostreammusictoyour
vehicle's sound system. Your connected device must be Bluetooth-compatible, and paired
with your system (see Uconnect®Phone for pairing instructions).
•YoucanaccessthemusicfromyourconnectedBluetooth®device by Pressing the
“Bluetooth®”buttononthetouchscreenwhileinMediamode.
SD Card
SD Card Mode allows you to play music that has been saved to your SD Card through your
vehicle’s sound system.
•YoucanenterSDCardModeisbyeitherinsertingaSDCardintotheSDCardslotor
press the “SD Card” button on the left side of the display while media mode.
For further information refer to your Radio Supplement.
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Taking A Detour
To t a k e a d e t o u r y o u m u s t b e n a v i g a t i n g a r o u t e .
•Pressthe“Detour”buttononthetouchscreen.
NOTE:
If the route you are currently taking is the only reasonable option, the device might not
calculate a detour.
For more information, see your Uconnect®Supplement Manual.
Uconnect® Phone (Bluetooth® Hands Free Calling)
•IftheUconnect®Phone buttonexists on your steering wheel, then you have the
Uconnect®Phone features.
•TheUconnect®Phone is a voice-activated, hands-free, in-vehicle communications
system with Voice Command Capability (see Voice Command section).
•TheUconnect®Phone allows you to dial a phone number with your mobile phone using
simple voice commands or using screen button on the touchscreens.
•RefertotheUnderstandTheFeaturesOfYourVehiclesectionofyourvehicle'sOwner's
Manual on the DVD for further details.
NOTE:
The Uconnect®Phone requires a mobile phone equipped with the Bluetooth®Hands-
Free Profile, Version 1.0 or higher. For Uconnect®Customer Support:
•U.S.residentsvisitUconnectPhone.comorcall1-877-855-8400.
•CanadianResidentsvisitUconnectPhone.comorcall,1-800-465-2001(English)or
1-800-387-9983 (French).
Pairing A Phone
•TousetheUconnect®Phone feature, you must first pair your Bluetooth®phone with
the Uconnect®system.
Start Pairing Procedure On The Radio
•Pressthe“Phone”buttononthetouchscreen,thenpressthe“Settings”buttononthe
touchscreen. Next, press “Add Device.”
•Uconnect®Phone will display an “In progress” screen while the system is connecting.
Start Pairing Procedure On Mobile Phone
•SearchforavailabledevicesonyourBluetooth®enabled mobile phone. This is usually
within Settings or Options under “Bluetooth.” See your mobile phone’s manual for
details.
•Whenyourphonefindsthesystem,select“Uconnect”asthepaireddevice.Youmay
be prompted by your phone to download the phonebook. This is so you can make calls
by saying the name of your contact (PBAP-Phone Book Access Profile).
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Complete The Pairing Procedure
•Whenpromptedonthephone,verifywithradiopasswordshownontheUconnect®
Screen.
•IfyourphoneasksyoutoacceptaconnectionrequestfromUconnect®,select“Yes.”
If available, check the box telling it not to ask again – that way your phone will
automatically connect each time you start the vehicle.
Select The Mobile Phone's Priority Level
•Whenthepairingprocesshassuccessfullycompleted,thesystemwillpromptyouto
choose whether or not this is your favorite phone. Selecting “Yes” will make this phone
the highest priority. This phone will take precedence over other paired phones within
range. Only one phone can be paired at a time.
•Youarenowreadytomakehands-freecalls.Pushthe“Uconnect®Phone” button on
your steering wheel to begin.
Making A Phone Call
•PushtheUconnect®Phone button.
•AftertheBEEP,say“dial”thenthenumber(or“call”thenthenameaslistedinyour
phone; see Phonebook).
NOTE:
Yo u c a n a l s o i n i t i a t e a c a l l b y u s i n g t h e t o u c h s c r e e n o n t h e P h o n e m a i n s c r e e n .
Receiving A Call – Accept (And End)
•Whenanincomingcallrings/isannouncedonUconnect®,pushthePhonebutton
.
•Toendacall,pushtheHangUporPhonebutton.
Mute (Or Unmute) Microphone During Call
•Duringacall,pressthe“Mute”buttononthePhonemainscreentomuteandunmute
the call.
Transfer Ongoing Call Between Handset And Vehicle
•Duringanon-goingcall,pressthe“Transfer”buttononthePhonemainscreento
transfer an on-going call between handset and vehicle.
Common Phone Commands (Examples)
•“CallJohnSmith”
•“CallJohnSmithmobile”
•“Dial12485551212”
•“Redial”
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Get Started
1. VisitUconnectPhone.comto check mobile device and feature compatibility and to find
phone pairing instructions.
2. Reduce background noise. Wind and passenger conversations are examples of noise
that may impact recognition.
3. Speak clearly at a normal pace and volume while facing straight ahead. The micro-
phone is positioned on the rearview mirror and aimed at the driver.
4. Each time you give a Voice Command, you must first push either the VR or Phone
button, wait untilafterthe beep, then say your Voice Command.
5. You can interrupt the help message or system prompts by pushing the VR or Phone
button and saying a Voice Command from current category.
All you need to control your Uconnect®system with your voice are the buttons on your
steering wheel.
Uconnect® VR/Phone Buttons
1—PushToInitiateOrToAnswerAPhone Call, Send Or Receive A Text2—PushToBeginRadio,Media,Navi-gation, Apps And Climate Functions3—PushToEndCall
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Phone
Making and answering hands-free phone calls is easy with Uconnect®.Whenthe
Phonebook button is illuminated on your touchscreen, your system is ready.
U.S. residents can visit:
•UconnectPhone.comformobilephonecompatibilityandpairinginstructions.
Canadian residents can visit:
•UconnectPhone.comformobilephonecompatibilityandpairinginstructions.
Push the Phone button.Afterthebeep,sayoneofthefollowingcommands…
•CallJohn Smith
•Dial123-456-7890 and follow the system prompts
•Redial(call previous outgoing phone number)
•Call back(call previous incoming phone number)
TIP:When providing a Voice Command, push the Phone buttonand say“Call,”then
pronounce the nameexactlyas it appears in your phone book. When a contact has
multiple phone numbers, you can say“CallJohn Smithwork.”
Uconnect® 8.4A/8.4AN Phone
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The iPod®battery charges when plugged into the USB port (if supported by the specific
device).
To r o u t e t h e U S B / i P o d®cable out of the center console, use the access cut out.
NOTE:
•WhenconnectingyouriPod®device for the first time, the system may take several
minutes to read your music, depending on the number of files. For example, the system
will take approximately five minutes for every 1000 songs loaded on the device. Also
during the reading process, the Shuffle and Browse functions will be disabled. This
process is needed to ensure the full use of your iPod®features and only happens the
first time it is connected. After the first time, the reading process of your iPod®will take
considerably less time unless changes are made or new songs are added to the playlist.
•TheUSBportsupportscertainMini,Classic,Nano,Touch,andiPhone®devices. The
USB port also supports playing music from compatible external USB Mass Storage
Class memory devices. Some iPod®software versions may not fully support the USB
port features. Please visit Apple’s website for iPod®software updates.
Audio Jack (AUX)
The AUX allows a portable device, such as an MP3 player or an iPod®,tobepluggedinto
the radio and utilize the vehicle’s sound system, using a 3.5 mm audio cable, to amplify
the source and play through the vehicle speakers.
•Pressingthe“AUX”buttononthetouchscreenwillchangethemodetoauxiliarydevice
if the audio jack is connected, allowing the music from your portable device to be heard
through the vehicle's speakers. In order to activate the AUX, plug in the audio jack.
•Thefunctionsoftheportabledevicearecontrolledusingthedevicebuttons.The
volume may be controlled using the radio or portable device.
•Toroutetheaudiocableoutofthecenterconsole,usetheaccesscutoutinthefront
of the console.
Bluetooth® Streaming Audio
If using a Bluetooth®-equippeddevice,youmayalsobeabletostreammusictoyour
vehicle's sound system. Your connected device must be Bluetooth-compatible, and paired
with your system (see Uconnect®Phone for pairing instructions).
•YoucanaccessthemusicfromyourconnectedBluetooth®device by pressing the
“Bluetooth®”buttononthetouchscreenwhileinMediamode.
SD Card
SD Card Mode allows you to play music that has been saved to your SD Card through your
vehicle’s sound system.
•YoucanenterSDCardModeisbyeitherinsertingaSDCardintotheSDCardslotor
press the “SD Card” button on the left side of the display while media mode.
For further information refer to your Radio Supplement.
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