How to Easily Reset Your 2019 Jeep Uconnect System

Introduction

The Uconnect infotainment system in the 2019 Jeep allows you to sync your smartphone, access navigation, view vehicle information, and control various settings right from the touchscreen. However, like any technology, it may occasionally freeze, lag, or need troubleshooting. Resetting the Uconnect system often resolves minor software glitches and gets the system running smoothly again. This guide will walk through the steps to successfully reset your 2019 Jeep’s Uconnect.

Preparation

Before resetting your Uconnect system, gather any tools or materials needed and take a few precautionary steps:

Materials Needed:

  • Vehicle owner’s manual
  • Paper clip, pen, or other small pointed tool

Precautions:

  • Safely park your Jeep in the park with the ignition turned off before resetting
  • Check your favorite radio stations, navigation addresses, and other settings you may want to save or recreate after resetting

Steps to Reset Uconnect

You have two reset options for your 2019 Jeep Uconnect – a soft reset and a hard reset. Follow the steps below to reset the system:

Soft Reset Steps:

  1. With your Jeep safely parked and turned off, press and hold the Uconnect power button for 30 seconds.
  2. After 30 seconds the system will turn off.
  3. Turn the Jeep ignition back on. The Uconnect system should initiate and come back up successfully reset.

Hard Reset Steps:

  1. Locate the secret reset button behind the center console screen. Refer to your user manual for exact placement.
  2. Use a small pointed tool like a paper clip to press and hold the reset button for 5 seconds or longer.
  3. The Uconnect will go black and fully shut down.
  4. Remove the tool and wait for the system to fully reboot and relaunch within a few minutes.

After Resetting Uconnect

Once your 2019 Jeep Uconnect resets successfully:

  • Repair any linked Bluetooth devices like phones or headsets
  • Re-save radio presets, GPS home addresses, or favorite routes
  • Adjust preferences or settings to personalize
  • Test out media, calls, and navigation to troubleshoot any lingering issues

With this simple Uconnect reset process, minor system hiccups should be resolved. If problems continue, contact your Jeep dealer for next steps. Properly maintaining electronics can save hassle and expense down the road!

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