Jeep Patriot Forums banner
Cancel
Create thread New Garage Forums

Will this radio work in my Patriot?

Jump to Latest
1 - 5 of 5 Posts

SBDFAN

· Railroad photographer
Joined
·
449 Posts
Discussion starter · #1 ·
#2 ·
#3 · (Edited)
Yup. No security code needed either as it is a pre 2012 mfg radio. However, as it is the older model before they went to a combo Sirius/GPS antenna you will need to add a GPS antenna( blue connection )to use the Nav feature.

To use a backup camera with it you will need either a Lockpick adapter or the dealer will have to activate the feature just FYI.
 
Discussion starter · #4 ·
NHPATRIOT said:
Yup. No security code needed either as it is a pre 2012 mfg radio. However, as it is the older model before they went to a combo Sirius/GPS antenna you will need to add a GPS antenna( blue connection )to use the Nav feature.

To use a backup camera with it you will need either a Lockpick adapter or the dealer will have to activate the feature just FYI.
Click to expand...
It said the GPS antenna is included in the purchase; where does the GPS antenna go?
 
#5 ·
SBDFAN said:
It said the GPS antenna is included in the purchase; where does the GPS antenna go?
Click to expand...
Hooks to the blue connection on the back of the radio and then it depends on how long the cable is as to where you mount it. The higher up the better IMO. Mine is on the windshield( double sided tape ) just above the RVM mount and just below the headliner and my reception is amazing. I don't even lose signal strength bars in a tunnel.

Some antennas are mounted below the dash but to me that is a mistake. However, probably best to go with whatever directions are included with it.


This is where mine is mounted( note - the cable doesn't hang down like the photo shows - it is tucked into the headliner )...
 
1 - 5 of 5 Posts
About this Discussion
4 Replies
3 Participants
Last post:
NHPATRIOT
Jeep Patriot Forums
posts
678K
members
55K
Since
2006
Join our community to discuss the Jeep Patriot & Jeep Compass. Find answers to all your Jeep Patriot technical questions.
Full Forum Listing
Explore Our Forums
Jeep Patriot General Discussion Engine and Drivetrain Newbie Check-In Suspension and Tires Electrical and Audio