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AERPRO AERA10D

®

 Radio Replacement Kit

 for 2011-2018 Jeep Wrangler JK  

AMHJP1K

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Section 1: Disassembly

Part One: Radio Removal

Using a plastic trim tool, gently pry 

to release and remove the power 

window switches or storage pocket 

below the radio. Disconnect the 

connector on the back of the switch 

assembly.

Remove the two 7mm screws 

from the bottom edge of the 

radio/instrument cluster trim 

panel on both sides of the 

steering column.

Remove the knee bolster panel 

below the steering column using 

a plastic trim tool to release 

the upper left and right clips 

and swing panel downward to 

disengage lower tabs.

Step 6

Step 5

Step 4

Starting below the radio, reach into 

the window switch opening and 

firmly grasp the lower bezel and 

pull the bezel to release the lower 

retaining clips.

Remove the rubber mat from 

the storage tray above the radio 

and remove the 7mm screw 

underneath.

Remove the 7mm screw inside 

the switch opening.

This installation manual will cover the necessary order of procedures to complete the installation efficiently and to 

avoid redoing any steps along the way. The order will be as follows; Disassembly, In-Vehicle Harness Connections 

and Preparation, Display, Radio Module and Harness Preparation, and Radio Unit Installation.

(Directions for removing the display panel are on Page 13)

NOTE: LEFT HAND DRIVE VEHICLE PICTURES FOR ILLUSTRATION PURPOSES ONLY

Summary of Contents for AMHJP1K

Page 1: ...el 3 Side Mounting Brackets 4 Top Support Bracket 5 Main Wiring Harness RP4 JK07 HAR 6 Radio Replacement Interface Module RP4 CH11 7 AM FM Antenna Adapter BAA22 8 Dual USB Extension SSUSB2 Included Components 1 4 6 7 5 2 3 8 1 Does not retain the following factory features uConnect In Premium Amplified Systems only two input channels can be used from the aftermarket radio therefore there will be n...

Page 2: ...t for 2011 2018 Jeep Wrangler JK AMHJP1K Page 2 Wiring Diagram Overview GPS UN18 10E USB1 USB2 BLACK GRAY 10PIN 6PIN 24PIN 16PIN GPS AM FM ANT RP4 JK07 HAR SWI AERPRO Connection Main Harness Connection AMPLIFIED NON AMPLIFIED DAB Antenna ...

Page 3: ...el downward to disengage lower tabs Step 6 Step 5 Step 4 Starting below the radio reach into the window switch opening and firmly grasp the lower bezel and pull the bezel to release the lower retaining clips Remove the rubber mat from the storage tray above the radio and remove the 7mm screw underneath Remove the 7mm screw inside the switch opening This installation manual will cover the necessary...

Page 4: ...Apple CarPlay and Android Auto require access to a USB port The SSUSB2 is designed to extend the USB ports on the back of the AERA10D to where they are accessible once the radio is installed For this installation the factory 12V power outlet will be replaced with the SSUSB2 You may chose to follow these steps or mount the USB ports somewhere else in the vehicle Step 1 Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Remove t...

Page 5: ...e front of the panel Secure with the flanged nut and then lock with the lock nut Step 1 Part Two GPS Antenna Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Clean the indicated area above the right side of the instrument cluster From the AERA10D box stick the metal plate to the surface and place the magnetic GPS antenna on the plate Route the blue GPS connector behind the metal bracket and into the radio opening Bundle and ...

Page 6: ...s point before mounting the radio module Section 2 In Vehicle Harness Connections and Preparation cont Section 3 Display Radio Module and Harness Preparation Step 3 Step 2 Step 1 Partially screw in the four M4x10 screws from the AMHJP1K hardware into the side holes of the mounting panel NOTE Ensure screw tip is flush and does not exceed the plastic thickness Use four M4x12 from the AERA10D hardwar...

Page 7: ...RA10D box Part Two Attaching the Radio Module Mounting Brackets FRONT arrow should point towards the Aerpro logo Step 3 Step 2 Step 1 If the vehicle is equipped with a factory amplifier connect the 8 pin connector to the AMPLIFIED connector All others connect to the NON AMPLIFIED 8 pin connector Set the dial on the side of the RP4 CH11 interface to Number 4 Remove the warning sticker covering the ...

Page 8: ...ables to the radio module Part Three Main Harness Connections RP4 JK07 HAR cont Part One Harness and Cabling Connections Section 3 Display Radio Module and Harness Preparation cont Section 4 Radio Unit Installation Step 3 Step 2 Step 1 Inside the vehicle plug in the two USB cables and connect the GPS antenna to the radio module Before attempting to mount the radio unit into the dash ensure that al...

Page 9: ...ctory radio to secure the radio assembly If the vehicle does not have a factory radio support bracket insert the included clip on nut onto the top bracket as shown Reinstall the factory 7mm screw in the upper storage tray If using the clip on nut in Step 3 use the included 10 24 X Philips machine screw to secure The top support bracket on the radio assembly needs to go over the top of the factory ...

Page 10: ...ply a piece of cloth tape across the top and bottom edges of the radio opening Approximately 1 16 of tape along the face of the dash panel and the remainder folded inward Connect the two display cables to the back of the display Once the radio display is connected and before attaching the display panel it is recommended to power up the radio and check functionality Volume Balance Fade AM FM Recept...

Page 11: ...ce 1 1 3 2 2 Step 5 To attach the display assembly align the location ribs on the sides of the mounting panel to the side brackets to center the panel side to side Part Three Attaching the Display Panel cont Section 4 Radio Unit Installation cont Installer Note If you are having trouble locking the display in place try the tips below Confirm the four side mounting screws are flush and not protrudi...

Page 12: ...and right sides of the mounting panel Reset Restoring Interface Factory Settings You can restore the RadioPRO interface module to factory default settings by pressing and holding the programming button on the side of the module until the status LED starts blinking red Once the LED starts blinking red release the button You must release the button while the LED is blinking red in order to perform t...

Page 13: ...ly pry up to release the display panel Once the side clips are disengaged swing the bottom edge upwards to unhook the top of the frame and remove Remove the front frame by first releasing the side clips at the locations indicated by arrows Using a very thin pry tool or similar carefully release the side clips as shown on both sides Step 4 Using a Phillips screwdriver remove the two mounting screws...

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