I wanted to update this post with the parts required to successfully install a new stereo. There are several options out there for installing an aftermarket radio for our vehicles and this list contains what I personally used on a 2017 Jeep Patriot Sport to get the job done.


The kit that I used is Metra brand model# 95-6511. It's about $8-12 and it fits ok. There are some gaps around the factory trim and this kit isn't perfect, but what can you expect? It's aftermarket. I decided to give the kit a little more of an edge so I bought some carbon fiber wrap material and I wrapped the 2 pieces of the kit and it turned out to look pretty good. It's subtle and gives the kit a more textured, unique look. This kit is very simple and it is only 2 pieces of plastic that get screwed into each side of your new radio. See below for the final look installed.

Metra Part # 95-6511 | Chrysler Dodge Dash kit | Metra Online

You will need an antenna adapter as well. I used the Metra brand model# 40-EU10. It's about $5-8. Just plug it in, nothing difficult here.

Metra Part # 40-EU10 | Volkswagen Antenna | Metra Online



For the wiring harness and factory integration, some of it depends on what trim level and stock stereo, but for the most part, you will need to get what's called a CANbus interface. In this case, I recommend the iDatalink Maestro RR module which allows an extremely simple way to hook up any aftermarket stereo with factory features as well as backup cameras, steering wheel controls, and access to OBDII system information (see image below for example) from your new radio screen. Install is super simple and only requires plugging in connectors into the module with the T-harness being the only wire splicing required. This unit runs about $100 and can be a DIY install as it really is super easy to do. See below for an easy-to-understand diagram of the installation. The actual Maestro RR is in the black box at the bottom right of the picture.

iDatalink - Maestro - Home

You will also need to purchase the T-harness that corresponds with your type of vehicle, in the Patriot's case, the Maestro RR requires harness model# ADS-HRN-RR-CH1. This is very easy to install and is shown in the above diagram. It requires you to splice wires from your new radio harness and the iDatalink harness which is no different than any other radio install. This harness is about $30.

iDatalink - Maestro - CH1


I also wanted to keep satellite radio as well as retain the use of the factory antenna that came with the Patriot. The Maestro RR allows you to do this by using a small wire adapter called the SAT1. This adapter is about $15. You also need to purchase the aftermarket satellite tuner model# SiriusXM SXV300v1 which must be connected to your aftermarket radio to still use SiriusXM. Also. at the time of this post, this tuner also comes with 3 free months of full access to SiriusXM. This tuner is about $40.

iDatalink - Maestro - SAT1
Shop SiriusXM - Save more with exclusive offers on radios for your home and car.


I purchased an aftermarket backup camera from Pioneer, model# ND-BC8 to go along with the in-dash screen I got. This camera is about $90. There is another post on this camera that discusses backup camera mounting locations that can go into more detail about how i chose to mount the camera. Ultimately I was able to use the cheap camera mount and still use the better-quality Pioneer camera and it worked out very well.

ND-BC8 - NTSC universal camera, mirror-image - Rearview Camera

So in the end, after the installation of all these parts, it came out to about $300. You can leave out what you don't need to save some money like the sat radio and backup camera, but for this route, using the Maestro RR, you will need to spend about this much for a clean install.

If anyone is interested in the radio that I have installed, it is the Kenwood model# DMX7704S. It was just announced at CES 2017 in January and it finally was in stock at Crutchfield a few weeks back and I was lucky enough to snag one. This radio is considered a media player and although it does not have a disc reader to play disc formats, it has Android Auto, iDatalink compatibility as seen above, rapid USB charging, 7" screen, and tons of cool features. Check the links below.

http://www.kenwood.com/usa/car/navigation_multimedia/dmx7704s/
Kenwood DMX7704S


I will try to answer back to any questions. And, I encourage others to share what they have used to complete their installs. I hope this helps!

 

I wanted to update this post with the parts required to successfully install a new stereo. There are several options out there for installing an aftermarket radio for our vehicles and this list contains what I personally used on a 2017 Jeep Patriot Sport to get the job done.


The kit that I used is Metra brand model# 95-6511. It's about $8-12 and it fit ok. There are some gaps around the factory trim and this kit that isn't perfect, but what can you expect? It's aftermarket. I decided to give the kit a little more of an edge so I bought some carbon fiber wrap material and I wrapped the 2 pieces of the kit and it turned out to look pretty good. It's subtle and gives the kit a more textured, unique look. This kit is very simple and it is only 2 pieces of plastic that get screwed into each side of your new radio. See below for final look installed.

Metra Part # 95-6511 | Chrysler Dodge Dash kit | Metra Online

You will need an antenna adapter as well. I used the Metra brand model# 40-EU10. It's about $5-8. Just plug it in, nothing difficult here.

Metra Part # 40-EU10 | Volkswagen Antenna | Metra Online



For the wiring harness and factory integration, some of it depends on what trim level and stock stereo, but for the most part you will need to get what's called a CANbus interface. In this case I recommend the iDatalink Maestro RR module which allows an extremely simple way to hook up any aftermarket stereo with factory features as well as backup cameras, steering wheel controls, and access to OBDII system information (see image below for example) from your new radio screen. Install is super simple and only requires plugging in connectors into the module with the T-harness being the only wire splicing required. This unit runs about $100 and can be a DIY install as it really is super easy to do. See below for an easy to understand diagram on the install. The actual Maestro RR is the black box at the bottom right of the picture.

iDatalink - Maestro - Home

You will also need to purchase the T-harness that corresponds with your type of vehicle, in the Patriot's case, the Maestro RR requires harness model# ADS-HRN-RR-CH1. This is very easy to install and is shown in the above diagram. It requires you to splice wires from your new radio harness and the iDatalink harness which is no different than any other radio install. This harness is about $30.

iDatalink - Maestro - CH1


I also wanted to keep satellite radio as well as retain the use of the factory antenna that came with the Patriot. The Maestro RR allows you to do this by using a small wire adapter called the SAT1. This adapter is about $15. You also need to purchase the aftermarket satellite tuner model# SiriusXM SXV300v1 that must be connected to your aftermarket radio to still use SiriusXM. Also. at the time of this post, this tuner also comes with 3 free months of full access of SiriusXM. This tuner is about $40.

iDatalink - Maestro - SAT1
Shop SiriusXM - Save more with exclusive offers on radios for your home and car.


I purchased an aftermarket backup camera from Pioneer, model# ND-BC8 to go along with the in-dash screen I got. This camera is about $90. There is another post on this camera that discusses backup camera mounting locations that can go into more detail about how i chose to mount the camera. Ultimately I was able to use the cheap camera mount and still use the better quality Pioneer camera and it worked out very well.

ND-BC8 - Universal Rear-View Camera

So in the end, after installation of all these parts, it came out to about $300. You can leave out what you don't need to save some money, like the sat radio and backup camera, but for this route, using the Maestro RR, you will need to spend about this much for a clean install.

If anyone is interested in the radio that I have installed, it is the Kenwood model# DMX7704S. It was just announced at CES 2017 in January and it finally was in stock at Crutchfield a few weeks back and I was lucky enough to snag one. This radio is considered a media player and although it does not have a disc reader to play disc formats, it has Android Auto, iDatalink compatibility as seen above, rapid USB charging, 7" screen, and tons of cool features. Check the links below.

Stereo/GPS

Have a 2015 Patriot Sport 5spd. Looking to replace the radio with a new Stereo/GPS. Anyone with any experience with a reasonably easy swap. Would like rear back up and blue tooth also. Looking at the BOSS brand.
Thanks
Bob

DMX7704S | Navigation and Multimedia | CAR ENTERTAINMENT | KENWOOD USA
Kenwood DMX7704S Digital multimedia receiver (does not play CDs) at Crutchfield


I will try to answer back to any questions. And, I encourage others to share what they have used to complete their installs. I hope this helps!
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I wanted to update this post with the parts required to successfully install a new stereo. There are several options out there for installing an aftermarket radio for our vehicles and this list contains what I personally used on a 2017 Jeep Patriot Sport to get the job done.


The kit that I used is Metra brand model# 95-6511. It's about $8-12 and it fit ok. There are some gaps around the factory trim and this kit that isn't perfect, but what can you expect? It's aftermarket. I decided to give the kit a little more of an edge so I bought some carbon fiber wrap material and I wrapped the 2 pieces of the kit and it turned out to look pretty good. It's subtle and gives the kit a more textured, unique look. This kit is very simple and it is only 2 pieces of plastic that get screwed into each side of your new radio. See below for final look installed.

Metra Part # 95-6511 | Chrysler Dodge Dash kit | Metra Online

You will need an antenna adapter as well. I used the Metra brand model# 40-EU10. It's about $5-8. Just plug it in, nothing difficult here.

Metra Part # 40-EU10 | Volkswagen Antenna | Metra Online



For the wiring harness and factory integration, some of it depends on what trim level and stock stereo, but for the most part you will need to get what's called a CANbus interface. In this case I recommend the iDatalink Maestro RR module which allows an extremely simple way to hook up any aftermarket stereo with factory features as well as backup cameras, steering wheel controls, and access to OBDII system information (see image below for example) from your new radio screen. Install is super simple and only requires plugging in connectors into the module with the T-harness being the only wire splicing required. This unit runs about $100 and can be a DIY install as it really is super easy to do. See below for an easy to understand diagram on the install. The actual Maestro RR is the black box at the bottom right of the picture.

iDatalink - Maestro - Home

You will also need to purchase the T-harness that corresponds with your type of vehicle, in the Patriot's case, the Maestro RR requires harness model# ADS-HRN-RR-CH1. This is very easy to install and is shown in the above diagram. It requires you to splice wires from your new radio harness and the iDatalink harness which is no different than any other radio install. This harness is about $30.

iDatalink - Maestro - CH1


I also wanted to keep satellite radio as well as retain the use of the factory antenna that came with the Patriot. The Maestro RR allows you to do this by using a small wire adapter called the SAT1. This adapter is about $15. You also need to purchase the aftermarket satellite tuner model# SiriusXM SXV300v1 that must be connected to your aftermarket radio to still use SiriusXM. Also. at the time of this post, this tuner also comes with 3 free months of full access of SiriusXM. This tuner is about $40.

iDatalink - Maestro - SAT1
Shop SiriusXM - Save more with exclusive offers on radios for your home and car.


I purchased an aftermarket backup camera from Pioneer, model# ND-BC8 to go along with the in-dash screen I got. This camera is about $90. There is another post on this camera that discusses backup camera mounting locations that can go into more detail about how i chose to mount the camera. Ultimately I was able to use the cheap camera mount and still use the better quality Pioneer camera and it worked out very well.

ND-BC8 - Universal Rear-View Camera

So in the end, after installation of all these parts, it came out to about $300. You can leave out what you don't need to save some money, like the sat radio and backup camera, but for this route, using the Maestro RR, you will need to spend about this much for a clean install.

If anyone is interested in the radio that I have installed, it is the Kenwood model# DMX7704S. It was just announced at CES 2017 in January and it finally was in stock at Crutchfield a few weeks back and I was lucky enough to snag one. This radio is considered a media player and although it does not have a disc reader to play disc formats, it has Android Auto, iDatalink compatibility as seen above, rapid USB charging, 7" screen, and tons of cool features. Check the links below.

DMX7704S | Navigation and Multimedia | CAR ENTERTAINMENT | KENWOOD USA
Kenwood DMX7704S Digital multimedia receiver (does not play CDs) at Crutchfield


I will try to answer back to any questions. And, I encourage others to share what they have used to complete their installs. I hope this helps!

What if you're using a c2r-chy4 instead?

 

Hey, are u able to use the DVD while driving, and if you are did you wire the cable to the e- brake or did you bypass


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Hey, are u able to use the DVD while driving, and if you are did you wire the cable to the e- brake or did you bypass

The Kenwood media receiver I have installed does not actually have a disc drive to read CD's or DVD's. It's a sign of the times to discover that even a disc reader has become an option these days. I would even say it won't be long before discs are obsolete and if it was not for DVD's that are a bonus when purchasing Blu-ray discs, the DVD disc format would be hard to find for new content. Between Bluetooth and USB connections, I have not personally used a physical disc for some time now, spanning over the use of 2 different radios not including this one.

I am able to play any digital movie file using the USB connection from either my phone or a USB thumb drive/hard drive and I can play it while the vehicle is in motion if I ever needed to do that. In order for Kenwood receivers to bypass the E-brake requirement to view videos, you can simply connect a small O-ring to the shortened, light green wire from the Kenwood harness that should be labeled as "E-brake", unscrew one of the radio chassis screws, and then secure the O-ring by using the screw you just removed. See the image below taken from a youtube video that explains this procedure. Keep in mind that unless you also have a way to easily disconnect and re-connect the e-brake wire then you will need to unscrew this O-ring every time you needed to remove the harness from the radio for whatever future need you may have.

That's all it took to bypass the E-brake requirement to view video while in drive. In the video below, you will have to take my word for it when I say that I was in DRIVE while the movie was playing.

 

Where you able to retain usage of factory microphone? Mine has bluetooth for phone and I would like to be able to save where possible and continue to use factory mic for my phone if possible.

 

My factory radio did have the Bluetooth for phone and speech commands, but I opted out of retaining that feature by telling the Maestro RR during the firmware setup to not include Uconnect. My reason for this was that I plan on having my phone auto-connect to the Kenwood for phone calls and for taking advantage of voice commands using Android Auto and saying "OK Google" to help with the whole hands-free thing and I wanted to keep things as simple as possible. I didn't want to have to juggle 2 different voice command systems to have to connect to and using the aftermarket radio mic and Uconnect mic separately. Plus, I was unsure of how Uconnect would work if you removed the buttons on the radio that were used to activate/initiate the command system, and I have read a few places in forums that say trying to retain Uconnect features when using an aftermarket radio was a headache and not recommended as you have to use one or the other, they cannot be combined. It may be easy to do, and the Maestro does allow it, just look into how to function it.

I did like the sound quality of phone calls using Uconnect due to the mic being located at the rear-view mirror which helps a lot with road noise. Either that or the factory set-up was just tuned right or designed to sound well because I have heard calls on the other end and it was surprisingly good for a Bluetooth phone call in a moving car.

While installing my new radio, I noticed the instruction manual had pictures showing their recommended placement of the aftermarket mic and it was shown located above the steering column, in front of the speedometer. I figured it was worth a shot and still better than on the visor or clipped to the A-pillar. I could always route the new mic to the rear-view mirror to mimic the factory mic as possible, but I didn't want to get into routing the wire at the headliner, so I placed it at the steering column.

I will need more time to tell if the placement helps with sound quality on phone calls, but this was pretty easy to do and had a lot of left over wire since you don't need to go very far.

 

I could have used all of this a few weeks ago when I was installing mine.

Also, that carbon fiber wrap on the bezel looks freaking sweet. It gives it a premium look. Where'd you get the material?

Thanks for the write-up, Booly! This should DEFINITELY be stickied somewhere.

 

Also, that carbon fiber wrap on the bezel looks freaking sweet. It gives it a premium look. Where'd you get the material?

Thanks! I thought it looked pretty good, too. It needed something to stand out. Super easy to apply as I used a blow dryer to heat up the adhesive to help reduce wrinkles and folds as I wrapped it around the exposed areas that you see.

Found it on Amazon for $8 for a 12" x 60" sheet. I have tons leftover since this application didn't use very much of it.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0059XCVVO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

 

@Ignatz could we have this stickied?

 

I hope I did that right . . .

 

installed new stereo system. Now the airbag light and chime comes on when I drive. Any ideas on how to fix this or what I mis-connected?

 

What type of harness/CANbus interface adapter did you use to connect to the factory wiring? Only thing I can think of is the wrong model? or possibly a faulty unit? The CANbus can be sensitive to any changes made in the system so i'm pretty sure that may be whats causing the chime and airbag light.

I'm sure there are others who have ran into the same problem. Hopefully someone else can *chime* in. Pun intended.

 

Hey, Booly, great write-up! It's obvious you have researched this item very thoroughly and now are the resident expert. Expect questions!

 

Thank you, sir. I try to share as much as I can to help others and it comes easy when car stereo is a passion hobby.

 

Stereo/GPS

Have a 2015 Patriot Sport 5spd. Looking to replace the radio with a new Stereo/GPS. Anyone with any experience with a reasonably easy swap. Would like rear back up and blue tooth also. Looking at the BOSS brand.
Thanks
Bob

 

Have a 2015 Patriot Sport 5spd. Looking to replace the radio with a new Stereo/GPS. Anyone with any experience with a reasonably easy swap. Would like rear back up and blue tooth also. Looking at the BOSS brand.
Thanks
Bob

Hey Bob, Maybe I am misunderstanding your post, but you are looking for a decent recommendation for a replacement radio that has both bluetooth and a backup camera?

I would suggest stick with the big name brands (Pioneer, Alpine, Kenwood, JVC, Sony, etc.) for features and reliability. I would recommend stay away from BOSS brand as even tho it may be inexpensive, it's not exactly a brand known for reliability. You can get a backup camera, but you would need a screen to display it on. So either get a double-DIN sized radio that has a screen or look into other options for an auxiliary screen. Most aftermarket radios will have bluetooth connectivity these days, just have to mount the microphone.

In terms of "any experience with a reasonably easy swap", do you mean actually replacing it and the steps involved? check the first page to see step-by-step directions on how to swap the radio.

 

I want to remove the current stereo on my 2015 Patriot and install a used stock one with Bluetooth, but will it be as simple as plugging in the connections? I want to be prepared if there will be additional hardware needed for the Bluetooth to function properly.

 

The actual swapping of the radio wouldn't be an issue and would just be a matter of plugging in the harnesses behind the radio. The issue for getting bluetooth to work would be the factory installed microphone and whether or not it is installed and has wiring in place for all the of the trim levels as opposed to the ones that come with the Uconnect radios from the factory.

If it does not have a microphone, then you would need to not only supply one yourself, but it would also need to interface with the factory radio plugs. This is something I am not familiar with doing and may require more research.

 

Stereo/GPS

Booly,
thanks for the reply. My Pat has a basic radio. I would like to replace it with a Stereo/GPS/Bluetooth/wireless back up camera. I don't know if Jeep uses a standard wire harness regardless of the radio or builds the harness to fit the options. You're right that the Boss system is inexpensive. Guess I'll do some more comparing.
Bob

 

Booly,
thanks for the reply. My Pat has a basic radio. I would like to replace it with a Stereo/GPS/Bluetooth/wireless back up camera. I don't know if Jeep uses a standard wire harness regardless of the radio or builds the harness to fit the options. You're right that the Boss system is inexpensive. Guess I'll do some more comparing.
Bob

Maybe I am just jaded when it comes to stereo brands, but if that Boss head unit has all the features you are looking for and fits in your budget, by all means, get it!

As for the wire harness, the Patriots have a slightly more complex way of integrating into the factory CANbus system and will require an interface adapter. Check the first page of this post for more information regarding possible options to make it all work. Due to this, installation may be a bit more expensive than a vehicle that does not require such things, so make sure you factor that into your overall budget.

I am not as familiar with wireless backup cameras, but I know there is a user here that has installed one themselves and seems to be happy. Make sure whatever head-unit you decide on has not only a screen but also a video input for a rear-camera. If your intent is to have your backup camera automatically turn on and be seen on your head-unit screen, you have to make sure that's how both the deck and camera operate and are compatible with each other.

Hope this helps. Let us know what you find and if it works for you.

 

stereo/gps

Booly
Again, thanks for the reply and info. I did a bunch of radio searching. stuff can get real pricey. The stock radio in the vehicle is nothing special and that is being real kind. I just want to integrate the radio and gps so that I dont't have a gps on the dash. I will do some more investigating the Boss unit to be sure it meets my needs.
Thanks again
Bob

 

Hey Booly,

Currently trying to hook up my new stereo to my Patriot and have no wiring harness/adapter. I’m looking to find out which wires coming out of my car connect with my radio wires. I’ve looked up various diagrams but can’t seem to figure it out. Wires from the Patriot: Black/yellow -ground White/orange- can B bus + White/pink- can B bus - Red/light blue- fused B + (I.o.d) Grey/red- power antenna signal Wires from radio Yellow-battery 12v Red- acc 12v Blue- antenna Black- ground I know grounds go together but I am having trouble with the others. Any help in matching them up would be greatly appreciated!

 

Came across this:

no your yellow wire is the constant. The red wire is the ignition wire that needs to be tapped into the cig lighter. The red wire just tells the radio to turn on/off.

So without a harness, Yellow from the radio goes to the I.O.D line, and Red from the radio connects to the lighter/12v acc plug.

 

Thanks sandstone! I guess I just leave the white/or and white/pink?

I appreciate your help with this!

 

Thanks sandstone! I guess I just leave the white/or and white/pink?

I appreciate your help with this!

 

I don't know what radio you have (sorry if I missed it), but if the 4 wires you mentioned are all the radio has, then I don't see where you would connect the canbus wires (white/or and white/pink).

What make and model is the radio?

 

Thanks Sandstone! It’s a Sound storm lab ddml65b. Those are the only 4 wires it has (apart from speaker wires). I just tried hooking it to the cig lighter. I managed to get some buzz from the speakers but nothing on the actual unit.

 

Did you turn the key on?


I found the manufactures site: https://www.soundstormlab.com/produ...duct/car-video-sound-system-auto-stereo-in-dash-double-din-sound-storm-ddml65b/

Here's the manual:
Manual: http://images.soundstormlab.com/manuals/DDML65B_EN_UM.PDF

Here's the link to the knowledge base:
https://bossaudio.freshdesk.com/support/solutions


You can post questions there or call their support center:https://www.soundstormlab.com/customer-support/

If you don't get any sound out of the head unit, they suggest checking for the presence of a factory installed amplifer:https://bossaudio.freshdesk.com/support/solutions/articles/6000104640-head-unit-has-no-sound-

 

Did you turn the key on?


I found the manufactures site: https://www.soundstormlab.com/produ...duct/car-video-sound-system-auto-stereo-in-dash-double-din-sound-storm-ddml65b/

Here's the manual:
Manual: http://images.soundstormlab.com/manuals/DDML65B_EN_UM.PDF

Here's the link to the knowledge base:
https://bossaudio.freshdesk.com/support/solutions

You can post questions there or call their support center:https://www.soundstormlab.com/customer-support/

Yeah I did!!! Thanks for sending these over, I’ve put in help desks with them and will try to give them a call tomorrow. Also posted on their forum yesterday but it doesn’t seem to be as active as on here.

Really appreciate your help and patience!

 

You're welcome!

Came across this:

FIXED ISO CONNECTOR A (POWER SUPPLY WIRING)

PIN# 1. (no connection)

PIN# 2. (no connection)

PIN# 3. (no connection)

PIN# 4. CONSTANT +12 VDC (Color YELLOW wire)

PIN# 5. AUTO ANTENNA B+. Outputs a +12 VDC when radio is turned "ON" (Color BLUE wire)

PIN# 6. (no connection)

PIN# 7. ACC +12 VDC. Connects to a Switched Power Supply like the ACC of the Ignition switched. (Color RED wire). Needs to be connected to a +12 VDC power source to turn "ON" on the unit.

PIN# 8. GROUND. Connects to the vehicle GROUND. (Color BLACK wire)


Both the YELLOW and RED wire should have a +12 VDC at the same time, the BLACK ground wire should be connected to GROUND) for the radio to turn "ON".


FIXED ISO CONNECTOR B (SPEAKER WIRING)

PIN# 1. REAR RIGHT SPEAKER (RR+ )

PIN# 2. REAR RIGHT SPEAKER (RR -)

PIN# 3. FRONT RIGHT SPEAKER (FR+ )

PIN# 4. FRONT RIGHT SPEAKER (FR -)

PIN# 5. FRONT LEFT SPEAKER (FL+ )

PIN# 6. FRONT LEFT SPEAKER (FL -)

PIN# 7. REAR LEFT SPEAKER (RL+ )

PIN# 8. REAR LEFT SPEAKER (RL -)


I would go back and check that you have 12v and ground where you should, and whether or not you have a factory installed amp.

 

Thanks! I will go back and check. I had the yellow wire from head unit attached to red/Lb from car and the black ground from head unit attached to black/yellow ground from the car. I was able to hook onto the cigarette lighter for the red wire from the head unit. Perhaps I just need to make sure it’s a secure connection.

 

Speakers are next upgrade!

 

Anyone know if this will work for a 2008 patriot or not ???

 

the procedure should be very similar, just different looking panels, but can't be sure since I don't have an 08. I know there are LOTS of people out there that have replaced their radio in your year of Patriot, so either wait for someone to chime in, or take a crack at removing the panels to access the radio yourself and learn as you go.

 

wire harness

what do I need if my 2009 JP has no steering wheel control? It's a basic stock radio.

 

I bought an aftermarket radio from BestBuy in February and it was scheduled for installation on 4/2, But due to the coronavirus, BB canceled all appointments. The radio in my 2014 Jeep Patriot stopped working altogether (I did take it to a Jeep dealer and they said it was caput and that they would replace for $600). I'm a tinkerer and have read all the instructions and watched YouTube videos on radio installations and feel somewhat confident. My question is, the current radio is a UConnect 130 RES - there are four connections in the back. I know what 3 of them are, but do not know the forth one. It's next to the antenna jack (see picture - circled in blue

)...

 

there are four connections in the back. I know what 3 of them are, but do not know the forth one. It's next to the antenna jack (see picture - circled in blue)...

That is the connection to the factory satellite radio antenna. It's not needed if you are not retaining this feature.

 

How/where did you route the rear view camera cable? Up the middle under carpet or along the side and if so above or below?

 

Question question question

I have a 2014 patriot I got last week, Ive been reading lots of posts about installing after market, Ive posted a couple times too. I just measured my deck - corner to corner, it's 9 inches. Is that the size I buy the after market at?

can someone please give me a detailed list of WHAT I do need to purchase?
So I can buy it all on amazon in one shot Without missing out.

I hope to do this before the snow falls in about a month or so hahah.

Thank you

I don't want to go too expensive on this, all I did was put a 7 inch nav/bluetooth screen into my old focus earlier this summer.

But there was a lot of info about that online.

So I want to be educated and prepared how to do this. Seems more indepth

Thanks!

Im Larry from London Ontario

 

If you want a super simple purchase and install experience, get something like this, this is what I've got and I LOVE it:

Jeep / Dodge / Chrysler | Various | Android 10 | Octa Core | 4GB RAM & 64GB ROM | PBX60WRJ

Powered by the latest Android 10 operation system and Octa-Core 64 bit, this high performance Jeep / Dodge / Chrysler car DVD player PBX60WRJ offers ultra-fast running speed and professional multi-task processing ability.

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It is custom for Jeep/Chrysler vehicles, is an exact fit, and comes with every single thing needed for install. So you don't need to buy anything else, and is dead simple to install. There are also less expensive, similar units to be found on ebay.

If you want to go the Amazon route, literally ANY double DIN size radio will work. But you'll need adapters so that it'll fin in the dash properly, and adapters to make the wiring match up. Here is what you would need from Amzaon:

Dash kit - Amazon.com: Metra 95-6511 Chrysler/Jeep DDIN 2007 Dash Kit: Car Electronics

Wiring harness kit - Amazon.com: PAC RP4-CH11 All-in-one Radio Replacement and Steering Wheel Control Interface (For select Chrysler vehicles with CAN Bus)-by-PAC: Automotive

Antenna adapter - Amazon.com: Metra 40-EU10 Antenna to Radio Adapter Cable for Select 2002-Up BMW/Volkswagen Vehicles,Black: Car Electronics

If you go the Amazon route, do yourself a favor and do not get a cheap wiring adapter, spring for the Metra. There's lots of posts on here of people looking for help because their new radio won't work, and it's the wiring adapters fault. Then they ususlly end up butchering other wiring try to make it work.

 

What is the size though? What should I be looking at 9 inches?