Upgrading to an infotainment or head unit navigation system offers you a number of features that may not be available with your factory audio or navigation system. Common features of newer infotainment systems include:
- Bluetooth
- Call Display
- FM/AM Radio Tuner
- Touchscreen Display
- Aux, CD, MicroSD, and MicroUSB Input
- GPS Navigation
- Onboard Diagnostics
Additional features on more advanced aftermarket systems may include WiFi, microphones, and even 360 degree cameras. While not a necessary upgrade, sometimes it’s good to treat yourself. Best of all, most infotainment systems are compatible with JK Wranglers.
To install a new head unit, we recommend going to a mechanic, although it can be accomplished by yourself. First, you must peel back the trim and remove the screws of your existing stereo or head unit. Next, remove any excess brackets that are still there.
You need to see how the wiring matches up with your infotainment system. If a harness adapter does not exist, you will need to crimp the wires and then solder them to the wires that connect to the fuse behind the factory stereo system.
If your new head unit does not match up with the existing collars, you may need to purchase a new universal mounting collar to line up your system and get it working. Follow additional manufacturer’s instructions to be safe.