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Jeep Wrangler
i509-WRA-JL
9" Restyle In-Dash System
Installation Manual
˜ Model: Wrangler JL 2018-Up
˜ Model: Gladiator JT 2020-Up
* 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.
Introduction
˜ Congratulations on purchasing the i509-WRA-JL. This installation manual is designed to take you through
the step-by-step installation of i509-WRA-JL into a 2018-Up Jeep Wrangler JL or Jeep Gladiator JT 2020-
Up. Please familiarize yourself with the owners manual as this is a challenging installation. If you still have
additional questions please call 1-800-TECH-101.
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. This is an installation that is
challenging and time consuming even for installers with experience. A professional installer would typically
take a minimum of 3-4 hours to complete this installation. 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
Ignoring the content marked by this indication and using the product incorrectly is
Warning
expected to lead to death or serious injury.
Ignoring the content marked by this indication and using the product incorrectly is only
Caution
expected to lead to injury or property damage.
Model
Jeep
Wrangler JL**
Gladiator JT**
** OEM amplified vehicles require the KCX-F200INT (sold separately)
i509-WRA-JL
20220401v1
Jeep Wrangler
˜ 1/29
Year
2018 - Up
2020 - Up
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- Page 1 ˜ 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.
- Page 2 The installation and wiring of this product re- wheel, gear shift, or the like; or pose a threat quires specialized skills and experience. Have to passengers. Doing so could lead to an ac- the product installed by an Alpine authorized cident or injury. dealer.
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Page 3: Tools Required
Jeep Wrangler i509-WRA-JL 20220401v1 ˜ 3/29 Tools Required 10mm Socket 8mm Socket 7mm Socket Wire Cutters Extension Ratchet #2 Phillips Screwdriver Torx T20 Torx T47 Panel Removal Tools Wire Fishing Tool Cordless Power Drill Digital Multimeter... -
Page 4: Accessory List
Jeep Wrangler i509-WRA-JL 20220401v1 ˜ 4/29 Accessory List Head Unit Box Parts (i509) i509 Display Unit i509 Source Unit External Bluetooth Mic AUX/Pre Out Harness GPS Antenna Documents Quick Reference Alpine Guide Registration Card Direct Camera Adapter Display Cable Source Unit HDMI Bracket... - Page 5 Jeep Wrangler i509-WRA-JL 20220401v1 ˜ 5/29 Accessory List Installation Kit i509-WRA-JL Display Bezel Screws M5X10LMM x 2 Lock Washers x 2 Power Inverter Bracket Display Bracket Tuner Bracket Display Power/Key Harness iDatalink Maestro Box Parts (ALP-MRR/ALP-HRN-WJL3) iDatalink Maestro Module USB, HDMI, Aux Interface...
- Page 6 Jeep Wrangler i509-WRA-JL 20220401v1 ˜ 6/29 Programming The iDatalink Maestro Module INSTALL THE WEBLINK PLUG-IN REGISTER A WEBLINK ACCOUNT Go to: Go to: Sign Up and complete the registration process. idatalinkmaestro.com and follow the installation steps. The Maestro module must be programmed specifically for each vehicle A confirmation email will be sent to you requiring validation.
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Page 7: About The Installation
If your vehicle does not have those then you will not need to use those. If you are installing the i509-WRA-JL in a Gladiator JT then a few of the steps will vary slightly so please take notice to this as you go through the installation. - Page 8 Jeep Wrangler i509-WRA-JL 20220401v1 ˜ 8/29 Factory Unit Disassembly Process As a precautionary measure it’s a good idea to Unsnap the 6 clips and remove the knee panel mask out the dashboard and panels to prevent under the steering wheel using a panel removal scratches.
- Page 9 Jeep Wrangler i509-WRA-JL 20220401v1 ˜ 9/29 Factory Unit Disassembly Process (Continued) Unsnap 6 clips and remove radio bezel using a Unsnap the 6 clips and remove the knee panel panel removal tool. under the steering wheel using a panel removal tool.
- Page 10 Jeep Wrangler i509-WRA-JL 20220401v1 ˜ 10/29 Factory Unit Disassembly Process (Continued) For vehicles with the power inverter remove the For vehicles with heated seats or the power ventilation duct behind the drivers side knee panel inverter the bracket for the module needs to be using a panel removal tool to release the one clip removed.
- Page 11 Jeep Wrangler i509-WRA-JL 20220401v1 ˜ 11/29 Factory Unit Disassembly Process (Continued) Loosen the clips around the top panel visor area. Remove panel above drivers door going to the B pillar. Unclip 7 clips and remove the center media stack.
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Page 12: Installation Instructions
Jeep Wrangler i509-WRA-JL 20220401v1 ˜ 12/29 Installation Instructions Run the GPS antenna Bluetooth microphone Mount the microphone next to the rear view mirror cables up the A pillar along the OEM wiring. Route and run the cable behind the factory panels. Route as shown on the diagram on page 17. - Page 13 Jeep Wrangler i509-WRA-JL 20220401v1 ˜ 13/29 Installation Instructions (Continued) If you are using the optional SiriusXM tuner, Cable For vehicles with heated seats or the power tie the module on top of the source unit. inverter attach the Power Inverter bracket using the supplied (2) M5X10LMM screws and lock washers.
- Page 14 Jeep Wrangler i509-WRA-JL 20220401v1 ˜ 14/29 Installation Instructions (Continued) Attach the factory Power module to the bracket Attach the factory Power module to the bracket using the OEM screws. This is what the power using the OEM screws. This is what the power module will look like for the Wrangler JL.
- Page 15 Jeep Wrangler i509-WRA-JL 20220401v1 ˜ 15/29 Installation Instructions (Continued) At radio cavity, connect the main harness, white If the vehicle has an OEM amplifier the KCX- FM adapter, and green SiriusXM antenna, and F200INT will need to be purchased separately.
- Page 16 Jeep Wrangler i509-WRA-JL 20220401v1 ˜ 16/29 Installation Instructions (Continued) Insert the i509 USB HDMI box into the OEM Plug in the OEM USB and the USB from the box Center Media panel. Connect the HDMI and the to the power adapter. The adaptor needs to be two USB cables to the source unit as shown on plugged into the BLACK micro usb.
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Page 17: Gps Antenna
MENU START ENGINE STOP MEDIA i509-WRA-JL Source Unit GPS Antenna Installation IMPORTANT: Follow the GPS antenna installation procedure shown below. Failure to do so will result in poor GPS performance for CarPlay, Android Auto, and off-road navigation. Route from behind... - Page 18 Jeep Wrangler i509-WRA-JL 20220401v1 ˜ 18/29 i509-WRA-JL Wiring Diagram i509D - Display Dash Cam Data To Dash Cam See Page 10 Dash Cam Video In Front Camera Direct Input To Optional Front Camera Rear Camera Note: optional direct to RCA...
- Page 19 Jeep Wrangler i509-WRA-JL 20220401v1 ˜ 19/29 i509-WRA-JL Wiring Diagram Continued To Vehicle Connectors Power Antenna Antenna AMPLIFIED VEHICLES Speaker (Green) (White) 52-pin Connector WARNING! Reset Button Black Used Used 10-Pin Chime 18-Pin iDatalink MAESTRO Module Only 2 connections are necessary for the OEM ampli ed system.
- Page 20 Jeep Wrangler i509-WRA-JL 20220401v1 ˜ 20/29 Connection Of An External Amplifier RCA Extension Cable (sold separately) CAMERA Remote Turn-On Lead (Blue/White) DISPLAY Subwoofer RCA Connectors EX KEY PREOUT REMOTE Front Output RCA Connectors MAIN Rear Output RCA Connectors ANTENNA REMOTE ON...
- Page 21 Source HDMI Input (iPhone) HDMI Input (iPhone) Unit (a phone would be an example of this). i509-WRA-JL Source Unit To HDMI In CAMERA DISPLAY Most HDMI devices use copyright protections which means it can’t be...
- Page 22 Jeep Wrangler i509-WRA-JL 20220401v1 ˜ 22/29 i509-WRA-JL Wiring Diagram USB cable 2.4A (Black) To USB ash drive, iPhone or Android smartphone. USB cable 1.5A (Gray) To iPhone or Android smartphone (For charging only). REAR CAMERA To Rear camera FRONT CAMERA...
- Page 23 Jeep Wrangler i509-WRA-JL 20220401v1 ˜ 23/29 Wire Harness Pin Outs Radio Main Cam Aux Data Remote Harness Blue 22AWG Red 22AWG Yellow 22AWG 21 22 Black 22AWG Red 20AWG Yellow 22AWG Black 22AWG Blue/White 22AWG 19 20 Black 22AWG Orange/White 22AWG...
- Page 24 Jeep Wrangler i509-WRA-JL 20220401v1 ˜ 24/29 Connection Of DVR-C320R/C310R (Sold Separately) Hardwiring Cable DVR-C320R/C310R Rear Camera Rear Camera Extension Cable Rear Camera Cable R Cam Dash Cam Data Lin Cable Dash Cam Video In F Cam i509 Source Unit Not Used...
- Page 25 Jeep Wrangler i509-WRA-JL 20220401v1 ˜ 25/29 Steering Wheel Configuration Off Hook Voice On Hook Seek Up Volume Up Preset Up Source Seek Down Volume Down Button Press Once Press And Hold Seek Up Track + None Seek Down Track -...
- Page 26 Jeep Wrangler i509-WRA-JL 20220401v1 ˜ 26/29 Setting Up OEM Aux Switches Once in the setup menu (see page 28) go to the Maestro screen and select SETUP. Select MAESTRO SETUP then VEHICLE FEATURES (not pictured). (Note this path in the settings can vary slightly with different Maestro firmwares).
- Page 27 Jeep Wrangler i509-WRA-JL 20220401v1 ˜ 27/29 Setting Up Advanced Camera Features Once in the setup menu (see page 28) select FUNCTION and then CAMERA. Select CAMERA 2 SETUP. The camera 2 input needs to be set to FRONT or SIDE. This will let the Maestro module know the second camera is active and that will enable the CAMERA SETTINGS in the Maestro Setup Menu.
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Page 28: Troubleshooting Guide
Set Up Guide Turn the vehicle’s Ignition switch to ACC. Turn ON the i509-WRA-JL by pressing any key. Select the user language and press OK. To get into the settings the parking brake sequence needs to be done. Engage the parking brake, release the parking brake, and engage the parking brake again. - Page 29 Jeep Wrangler i509-WRA-JL 20220401v1 ˜ 29/29 Troubleshooting Guide Continued Symptom Possible Cause Remedy Maestro module is flashed for No output from RCA’s Re-flash module for non-amplified system. amplified system. With vehicle in (P)PARK engage the parking Cannot enter SETTINGS Vehicle is in motion or parking brake.