I just picked up a new 2011 2 door earlier this week and plan on replacing the base RES radio with a SAT version and adding bluetooth, SAT and an iPod adapter. Does anyone have instructions yet on how to remove the radio from the 2011? I was looking at the dash this morning and it almost looks like the entire top half of the dash needs to be removed to gain access to the radio as the trim around the radio appears to be all one piece with the top portion of the dashboard.



Thanks

 

Anyone try this yet?

 

I haven't seen anything online yet. With the changes to the dash I am a bit curious.

Since you JUST got it 2 weeks ago the salesperson probably remembers you. Go back to the dealer and explain to them you want to change out the H/U. Ask the salesperson to talk to a mechanic for you.

Do that or watch the Write-Up section. Sorry but that's all I can come up with.

 

I have been looking at other forums as well but none give any detail, if I don't find anything then I will forge ahead and do a write up on it with pictures.

 

http://my.project-jk.com/data/503/Stereo_Install_01.jpg

I hope this helps... I used this for my 2010. it's spot on... Im not sure how much the 2011 dash has changed but here you go!

 

Ok so that link did not work as it should have.... Stand by.

 

My new stereo install (non-Infinity): Alpine IVA-W205
My new stereo install (non-Infinity): Alpine IVA-W205:

1. The flat top panel above the radio pops out from the front (by windshield); it pops up from the back and then pulls toward you


2. Bottom blank panel piece in front of the shifter pops out (clips on the top)


There are metal "clips" that hold the various panels in place. These "clips" can "pop" off the panel and remain in the dash. Be careful to retain the clips, and/or remember to "fish" them out from the dash before re-installing.


3. Remove the 7mm screws from behind both previously removed parts

4. Pop off the whole dash from top to bottom , its all one piece (once again, there are numerous metal clips used to retain the dash panel - be careful not to lose these.)



5. Take out 4 (7mm) bolts that hold the deck to the dash


6. Dash cavity: stock wiring harness & antenna connector


7. Aftermarket wiring harness: METRA XSVI-6522


The install instructions note that the Jeep vehicles do not have 12-volt accessory wires currently in the factory harness. The XSVI-6522 is supposed to be designed to provide a 12-volt, 10-amp switched accessory output along with the rest of the wires needed to install an aftermarket radio. THe R.A.P. (Retained Accessory Power) function, where power is supplied to the radio after the ignition is shut off until one of the front doors are opened, is retained by the XSVI-6522.

However, during my install, the 12-volt accessory wire from the XSVI-6522 did NOT work. I had to tap into the power lead to the power-outlet (cig lighter) that is positioned on the LEFT (driver) side of the dash. This power-outlet is ONLY powered when the keys are in the ignition -- this is what the RED wire is suppose to supply on the Metra harness.

8. Antenna adapter (as supplied by Crutchfield.com) METRA 40-EU10 European. (The Scorsche one that I had purchased that stated it was for 2007 Jeep Wrangler JK, did NOT fit. This one from Crutchfield.com did. <-- You have got to appreciate the free install materials from Crutchfield.com!)


9. The Alpine IVA-W205 head unit


10. Since the head unit is larger than the stock unit, some modification to the cavity area is necessary. (This is not for the faint of heart to do yourself. However, I found that I only had to remove a small portion of the crossbar located in the back of the cavity area.)


11. Crossbar removed with a Saws-all


12. Interior / dash panel / stereo cavity


13. New stereo installed.



The new system (new speakers were installed the week prior) sounds better, and works marvelous. The iPod connects through the rear of the head unit (iPod is stashed away in the glovebox). The DVD bypass switch works like a charm (that install was not shown). And the removable (dock-n-roll) Blackbird II navigation unit fits inside the head unti and works great. (Don't make my mistake: the navigation antenna has a magnet, and if installed to close to the compass unit under the top dash panel, your Jeep's compass will only read the direction that the navigation antenna sits in relation to the compass (in my case, East.)

 

https://www.jk-forum.com/forums/show...ight=2011+dash

This is a thread on how to take the dash apart on the new 2011.

 

Thanks AZ JK, very useful info thanks for posting. I will document the install with pictures when I remove my stock radio and install media center with sirius.

 

my lockpick is on the way. This thread and the links within will be useful during the install.