Alpine i209-WRA User manual
Jeep Wrangler
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Jeep Wrangler
i209-WRA
i209-WRASXM
9” Restyle Installation Manual
Model: Wrangler
Model Year: 2011-2018
Note:
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice for improvement.
To Ensure Safe Use, Always Follow These Precautions
The installation of this product requires specialized skills and experience. We recommend that you have the
product installed by an Alpine authorized dealer.
Before you use this product, be sure to carefully read this installation manual and the separate user's manual
so that you can use the product correctly. Alpine Electronics bears no responsibility for problems that arise as
a result of failure to follow the instructions in the manuals.
This manual includes a number of symbols that are intended to help you use the product safely, to prevent
harm to you and others, and to protect against damage to property. These symbols and their meanings are
listed below. Make sure you fully understand these symbols before you begin reading the main text.
Explanations of Injury and Damage That May Result from Incorrect Use
Warning Ignoring the content marked by this indication and using the product incorrectly is
expected to lead to death or serious injury.
Caution Ignoring the content marked by this indication and using the product incorrectly is only
expected to lead to injury or property damage.
Jeep Model Year
Wrangler 2011 - 2018
* The specified vehicles have been tested and have met compatibility specs at the time of testing. Compatibility is
not guaranteed if the manufacturer has made production changes to the listed vehicles above.
Warning: Before you begin wiring, remove the ground wire from the negative
terminal of the battery. Failing to do so can lead to electric shock, injury or damage
to equipment.
Introduction
Congratulations on purchasing the i209-WRA. This installation manual is designed to take you through the
step-by-step installation of the i209-WRA into a 2011-2018 Jeep Wrangler. Please familiarize yourself with the
owners manual and if you still have additional questions please call 1-800-TECH-101.
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Types of Precautions
Forbidden
Indicates actions that are forbidden
(must not be performed)
Mandatory
Indicates actions that are
mandatory (must be performed)
Forbidden
Indicates that disassembly is
forbidden.
Marks content that should receive
your full attention.
Warning
Do not disassemble or modify the product. Doing so could lead to an accident, fire,
or electric shock.
Forbidden
Store screws and other small objects where small children cannot reach them. If one of these
small objects is swallowed, consult with a doctor immediately.
When replacing fuses, be sure to use fuses with the specified current rating. Failing to do so could
lead to an accident or fire.
Forbidden
Mandatory
Only connect the product to a 12 VDC negative ground car. Failing to do so could lead to
an accident or fire.
Mandatory
Before you begin wiring, remove the ground wire from the negative terminal of the battery.
Failing to do so could lead to electric shock or injury.
Do not cut the insulation on a cord and take power from another device. Doing so could
lead to fire or electric shock.
Forbidden
Do not install the product in a location where it will obstruct the driver’s forward view;
interfere with the operation of the steering wheel, gearshift, or the like; or pose a
threat to passengers. Doing so could lead to an accident or injury.
Forbidden
When making a hole in the vehicle body, be careful to avoid damaging pipes, the fuel tank,
electrical wiring, and the like. This kind of damage could lead to an accident or fire.
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When installing and grounding the product, do not use any of the bolts or nuts of the
steering wheel, brakes, fuel tank, or the like. Doing so could make the brakes stop working
or lead to fire.
Forbidden
Do not install the product near the passenger-side airbag. Doing so could interfere with the
operation of the airbag and lead to an accident or injury.
Forbidden
Bundle cords so that they don’t interfere with driving. Wrapping cords around the steering
wheel, gearshift, brake pedal, or the like, could lead to an accident or damage equipment.
Caution
Connect the product properly according to the instructions. Failing to do so could lead
to fire or an accident.
Forbidden
Do not sandwich cords between the seat railing or allow them to touch protrusions.
Resulting breaks or shorts could lead to electric shock or fire.
Do not block vents or heat sinks. Doing so could lead to fire or damage equipment.
Use the accessories according to the instructions, and attach them securely.
Failing to do so could lead to an accident or damage equipment.
Forbidden
Do not install the product where it may be exposed to water or in a place with high levels
of humidity or dust. Doing so could lead to fire or damage equipment.
Forbidden
The installation and wiring of this product requires specialized skills and experience.
Have the product installed by an Alpine authorized dealer.
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Tools Required
Panel Removing Tool 7mm Sockets #2 Phillips Screwdriver
10mm Sockets Extension Ratchet
Wire Cutters Air Saw T20 Torx
Accessory List
Installation Kit Parts (G-KTX-i209-WRA)
i209-WRA Radio Dash Bezel Key Harness Side Mounting Brackets
MENU
Microphone Display Mounting Brackets Source Unit HDMI Bracket
GPS Antenna Bracket (Not Used)
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Accessory List
Head Unit Box Parts (i209)
i209 Display Unit i209 Source Unit USB Extension Cable
AUX/Pre Out Harness GPS Antenna Documents
Alpine
Registration Card
QRG Navigation
OM QR Card
Direct Camera Adapter Display Cable Display Power Harness
Anti-Vibration Foam
Screws (12pcs)
SXM Tuner (included in
i209-WRASXM kit only)
SiriusXm
connect
iDatalink Maestro Box Parts (ALP-MRR2/ALP-HRN-WRA2)
Maestro Flashing Cable Antenna Adapter iDatalink Maestro Module
Main Harness SAT Radio Antenna Adapter OEM USB Adapter
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Programming the iDatalink Maestro Module
1INSTALL THE WEBLINK PLUG-IN
Go to:
idatalinkmaestro.com/plugin and follow the installation steps. The
Maestro module must be programmed specically for each vehicle
and radio. Take care to enter the correct vehicle information,
factory options, head unit model, and head unit serial number.
The head units serial number is an alphanumeric value which is
found on the head units label, underneath the bar code.
Review the System Requirements before installing.
If the plugin is already installed, the caution, “The plugin is already
installed” appears. Please skip to step 2.
3 CONNECT YOUR MAESTRO MODULE
Use your Maestro module to connect to your PC.
5 PROGRAM YOUR MODULE
Follow the programming steps for your vehicle.
2REGISTER A WEBLINK ACCOUNT
Go to:
idatalinkmaestro.com/register and complete the registration process.
A conrmation email will be sent to you requiring validation.
For existing customers, click log in.
4 LOG INTO WEBLINK
Go to:
idatalinkmaestro.com/login.
Enter your username and password, then click OK.
6 Once Programing is complete “FLASHING
COMPLETED!” will be displayed.
Proceed to the next page to complete installation.
NOTE: If serial number is invalid, Call ADS at
1-866-427-2999 with the serial number.
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Component Locations
IMPORTANT: Follow the recommended component location shown below. Failure to do so, will result in poor
GPS performance.
Jeep
Jeep SINCE 1941
Add-on Microphone
iDatalink Maestro Module
SiriusXM Tuner
(Sold Separately)
GPS Antenna Installation
IMPORTANT: Follow the GPS antenna installation procedure shown below. Failure to do so will result in poor
GPS performance for CarPlay and Android Auto.
Wire Hook
GPS Antenna
Peel the plastic layer
off from the double
side tape of the GPS
antenna and place the
GPS antenna on top of
the driver side roof
frame. T20 Torx to
remove the visor.
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Factory Unit Disassembly Process
DISCONNECT THE BATTERY BEFORE
CONTINUING. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL
DISABLE MANY FEATURES.
1Remove the rubber cover from the top center
storage area and extract (1) 7mm screw.
3Remove the window switch pod using a panel
removing tool and extract (1) 7mm screw.
5Extract (4) 7 mm screws and remove the factory
radio.
2Remove the knee cover panel and extract (2) 7mm
screws located to the right and left sides of the
steering wheel column.
Right side of
steering wheel
column.
Left side of
steering wheel
column.
4Remove the dash panel.
6Extract (2) 7 mm screws from the factory radio
bracket and remove it.
2
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Installation Instructions
2Remove the vents from the radio section on the
OEM dash panel by pressing down on the lock tab
and turning right. Mount vents on to the i209-WRA
bezel.
Lock tab
Rear view
4Mount the microphone as illustrated and run the
cable to the radio cavity.
6Attach the Maestro to the main harness.
*See page 14 for more details.
1The factory dash panel needs to be trimmed to
allow the new i209-WRA bezel to fit into place.
Remove the highlighted area by cutting along the
dashed line.
3Use a cutting tool to trim the highlighted area
shown below.
5Plug the OBDII connector on to the OBDII port
below the driver side dash and run the extension to
the radio cavity.
Avoid any sharp edges or interfering with
any safety equipment.
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Installation Instructions
2Put monitor face down on a soft, scratch free
surface and attach Display Monitor Brackets using
(4) 8mm screws (provided). Plug in the Display
Cable and Display Power Harness.
4Attach the display and source unit with the 8mm
screws (supplied) as shown below.
Route the display cable and power harness
from the display to the source unit and
plug into the W. Remote and Display Out.
6Route the key harness through the top-left side of
the i209 source unit. Mount the i209 source unit
using (4) 7mm factory screws.
DISCONNECT THE BATTERY BEFORE
CONTINUING. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL
DISABLE MANY FEATURES.
1Attach the modified panel using the factory screws.
3Apply Insulating pad by removing the paper
backing. See diagram below.
5Route the USB extension cable to the glove box,
connect the main harness and other adapters to the
factory harness and secure them.
To retain the factory USB port in uConnect systems,
See page 11 for installation instructions.
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