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Instruction Manual for Alpine models including: PSS-23WRA2 Restyle Speaker System, PSS-23WRA2, Restyle Speaker System, Speaker System, System
Alpine PSS-23WRA2 Direct-fit powered audio upgrade package for select 2018-up Jeep Wrangler Unlimited JL models at Crutchfield
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Jeep Wrangler
PSS-23WRA Sound System Installation Manual · Model: 4-Door Wrangler Unlimited JL
e Model Year: 2018 -UP
*Not compatible with factory amplified systems
Jeep
Model Wrangler Unlimited
Year 2018- 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.
Lt. Warning: Before you begin, remove the ground wire from the NEGATIVE (-)
terminal of the battery. Failing to do so can lead to electric shock, injury or damage to equipment.
Introduction
· Congratulations on purchasing the PSS-23WRA. This installation manual is designed to take you through the step-by-step installation of the PSS-23WRA into a 2018 -Up Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. Please familiarize yourself with the owner's manual and 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. 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
Lt, Warning
Lt. Caution
Ignoring the content marked by this indication and using the product incorrectly may lead to death or serious injury.
Ignoring the content marked by this indication and using the product incorrectly may lead to injury or property damage.
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tank, or the like. Doing so could make the
brakes stop working or lead to lire.
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lead to lire or an accident.
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an accident or lire.
seat railing or allow them to touch
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protrusions. Resulting breaks or shorts could lead to electric shock or lire.
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electric shock or injury.
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take power lrom another device. Doing so \:::I Do not install the product where it mav be /::\
could lead to lire or electric shock.
Forbidden exposed to water or in aplace with high \:::I
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levels DI humidity or dust. Doing so could Forbidden lead to lire or damage equipment.
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steering wheel, gearshift, or the like; or
product requires specialized skills and
pose a threat to passengers. Doing so
experience. Have the product installed by
could lead to an accident or injury.
an Alpine authorized dealer.
Tools Required
Panel Removal Tool
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Accessory List
Amplifier Assembly
T-Harness
Main Harness
(10) Cable Ties
RCA Adapters
Front Top Dash Speakers
Power Cable
Factory Equipment Removal Process
1 Use a panel removal tool to release (2) clips on the
top of the plastic knee cover and remove it. ----./
2 Use a panel removal tool to release (10) clips on the
HVAC control panel, disconnect and remove it.
3 Extract (2) ?mm/Phillips screws on the bottom of
the radio bezel.
4 Use a panel removal tool to release (6) clips on the
radio bezel and remove it.
5 Extract (4) ?mm/Phillips screws from the factory
radio, disconnect and remove it.
6 Lift the middle tab on the passenger side glovebox
to release and remove it.
Factory Equipment Removal Process (continued)
7 Extract (4) TSO Torx Screws from the passenger side
seat.
8 Tilt the passenger seat towards the back to reveal
(2) connectors, disconnect and remove the seat.
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9 Using a panel removal tool, release the clips on the
top dash speaker grilles and remove them.
10 Extract (2) 7mm screws from each of the factory
top dash speakers and remove them.
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Installation
1 Connect the power cable to the Positive(+) battery
terminal and route the cable down towards frame of the vehicle. Note: The Negative(-) terminal should remain disconnected until the installation is completed.
2 Route the power cable following the factory harness
along the vehicle's frame.
3 Route the Positive(+) power cable through the
grommet under the carpet and pull the power cable from under the vehicle. Note: seal the grommet with silicone (not included) to prevent water from entering the cabin.
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4 Mount the subwoofer level remote on the center
console next to the gear shifter and route the cable to the passenger side seat.
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5 Connect the power cable to the main harness.
6 Attach the Negative(-) ground terminal to the
factory ground stud below the center console.
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Installation (continued)
7 Connect the main harness to the amplifier assembly
and align it to the seat mounting holes.
8 Route the main harness along the side of the center
console to the radio location.
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9 Connect the T-harness and main harness to the
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radio. Refer to page 8, 9 or 10 for the corresponding
system wiring diagram.
Connect the replacement dash speakers and mount them using the factory screws.
11 Return all removed components to their corresponding location and connect the Negative(-) battery terminal.
OEM Head Unit Wiring Diagram
To Vehicle Connectors
Power/Speaker 52-ln Black Connector
OEM T-HARNESS ADAPTER
TO OEM HEAD UNIT
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Amplifier Speaker Wiring
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Aflermarket Head Unit Wiring Diagram
To Vehicle Connectors
Power/ Speaker 52-Pin Black Connector
To 3rd party wire harness and radio replacement interface
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Alpine Restyle Head Unit Wiring Diagram
To Vehicle Connectors
To OBDII Connector
Power/ Speaker 52-pin Black Connector
Connect to Alpine Restyle head unit low level output
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Amplifier Speaker Wiring
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Troubleshooting Guide
Symptom 1 System will not turn on
2 Volume is too loud with aftermarket headunit.
3 Subwoofer sounds very low.
4 One of the speakers has no sound.
5 Airbag light is on
6 System turns on only on radio source
Possible Cause Missing or blown fuse at the battery Radio's Remote Turn-On wire may be disconnected. Speaker level out is connected at the T-Harness.
Amplifiers gain control has not been properly adjusted. Gain level may be down to the lowest setting.
Audio Phase may be reversed. Disconnected pin or loose connection.
Failed to disconnect the battery while working on the vehicle.
Aftermarket Power Antenna wire is connected to amp
Remedy
Insert or replace fuse
Verify that Remote Turn-On wire is connected.
Ensure that the low level RCA adapters are used in aftermarket headunit system (refer to the corresponding wiring diagram).
Refer to the corresponding system diagram.
Adjust level to reccommended setting (refer to the corresponding wiring diagram).
o·. Ensure that the PHASE is set to
Check all connections to the speaker, loose pins, disconnected terminals etc..
Disconnect the battery and re-connect after 5 minutes. If problem is not solved, the vehicle will have to be taken to a Jeep dealer.
Connect the Remote Turn-On wire (Blue/ White) to the Blue wire on the amplifier harness.
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LIMITED WARRANT¥
ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF AMERICA, INC. ("Alpine"), is dedicated to quality craftsmanship and is pleased to offer this Warranty. We suggest that you read it thoroughly. Should you have any questions, please contact your Dealer or contact Alpine at one of the telephone numbers listed below.
ePRODllCTS COVERED: This Warranty covers Car Audio Products and Related Accessories ("the product"). Products purchased in the Canada are covered only in the Canada. Products purchased in the U.S.A. are covered only in the U.S.A.
eLENGTH OF WARRANTY: This Warranty is in effect for three years from the date of the first consumer purchase.
eWHO IS COVERED: This Warranty only covers the original purchaser of the product, who must reside in the United States, Puerto ~ico or Canada.
eWHAT IS COVERED: This Warranty covers defects in materials or workmanship (parts and labor) in the product.
eWHAT IS NOT COVERED: This Warranty does not cover the following: @ Damage occurring during shipment of the product to
Alpine for repair (claims must be presented to the carrier). @ Damage caused by accident or abuse, including burned voice coils caused by over-driving the speaker (amplifier level is turned up and driven into distortion or clipping). Speaker mechanical failure (e.g. punctures, tears or rips). Cracked 6r damaged LCD panels. Dropped or damaged hard drives.
® Damage caused by negligence, misuse, improper
operation or failure to follow instructions contained in the Owner's manual.
© Damage caused by act of God, including without
limitation, earthquake, fire, flood, storms or other acts of nature. Any cost or expense related to the removal or reinstallation of the product.
® Service performed by an unauthorized person,
company or association.
® Any product which has the serial number defaced,
altered or removed.
0 Any product which has been adjusted, altered or
modified without Alpine's consent. @ Any product not distributed by Alpine within the United
States, Puerto Rico or Canada.
® Any product not purchased from an Authorized
Alpine Dealer.
eHOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE:
0 You are responsible for delivery of the product to an
Authorized Alpine Service Center or Alpine for repair and for payment of any initial shipping charges. Alpine will, at its option, repair or replace the product with a new or reconditioned product without charge; If the repairs are covered by the warranty, and if the product was shipped to an Authorized Alpine Service Center or Alpine, Alpine will pay the return shipping charges. @You should provide a detailed description of the problem(s) for which service is required.
® You must supply proof of your purchase of the
product.
© You must package the product securely to avoid
damage during shipment. To prevent lost packages it is recommended to use a carrier that provides a tracking service.
eHOW WE LIMIT IMPLIED WARRANTIES: ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING FITNESS FOR USE AND MERCHANTABILITY ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE PERIOD OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY SET FORTH ABOVE AND NO PERSON IS AUTHORIZED TO ASSUME FOR ALPINE ANY OTHER LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE OF THE PRODUCT.
eHOW WE EXCLUDE CERTAIN DAMAGES: ALPINE EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES CAUSED BY THE PRODUCT. THE TERM "INCIDENTAL DAMAGES" REFERS TO EXPENSES OF TRANSPORTING THE PRODUCT TO THE ALPINE SERVICE CENTER, LOSS OF THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER'S TIME, LOSS OF THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, BUS FARES, CAR RENTALS OR OTHERS COSTS RELATING TO THE CARE AND CUSTODY OF THE PRODUCT. THE TERM "CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES" REFERS TO THE COST OF REPAIRING OR REPLACING OTHER PROPERTY WHICH IS DAMAGED WHEN THIS PRODUCT DOES NOT WORK PROPERLY. THE REMEDIES PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHERS.
eHOW STATE/PROVINCIAL LAW RELATES TO THE
WARRANTY: This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state and province to province. In addition, some states/ provinces do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, and some do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. Accordingly, limitations as to these matters contained herein.may not apply to you.
elN CANADA ONLY: This Warranty is not valid unless your Alpine car audio product has been installed in your vehicle by an Authorized Installation Center, and this warranty stamped upon installation by the installation center.
eHOW TO CONTACT CUSTOMER SERVICE: Should the product require service, please call the following number for your nearest Authorized Alpine Service Center.
CUSTOMER SERVICE 1-800-421-2284, ext. 860307
TECH SUPPORT
1-800-TECH-101 (1-800-832-4101)
Or visit our website at; http://www.alpine-usa.com
ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF AMERICA, INC., 19145 Gramercy Place, Torrance, California 90501, U.S.A. Do not send products to this address. Call the toll free telephone number or visit the website to locate a service center.
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Notification
Congratulations on your purchase of an Alpine Restyle System! Alpine Restyle products are covered under a 3-year Manufacturer's limited warranty from the date of the first consumer purchase. PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS PACKAGE INSERT IS NOT THE LIMITED WARRANTY ITSELF. To read and understand the Limited Warranty, please see the Limited Warranty which is printed in the owner's manual and also may be found at alpine-usa.com/support.
We encourage you to register this product on Alpine's website at www.alpineusa.com/registration at the time it is purchased and installed.
We are here to help with any questions you have about your Alpine Restyle product. For any questions, please contact us at 1-800-832-4101, Monday - Friday, 7 AM - 5 PM PST.
We appreciate your support of Alpine Electronics.
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