Jeep Wrangler JL 8.4 radio upgrade from Infotainment.com

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@Zfasha 5 жыл бұрын

Now that's how you do an automotive instruction video!!! Thank you!

@MotorCityMechanic 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Daniel! Much appreciated. Dont forget to subscribe if you havent already.

@guillermolugo6756 3 жыл бұрын

@@MotorCityMechanic why my radio dont have that green cable conection only the red and white

@richardcabrera7271 2 жыл бұрын

This is probably one of the best step by step videos I’ve seen. Great job!

@MotorCityMechanic 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Richard, appreciate the great feedback and for you watching

@andrewhallett-patterson9778 5 жыл бұрын

Another great vid Dave. This is why I enjoy your channel so much. You clearly explain the reason you follow certain procedures, and guide the viewer thru other secondary procedures that are usually overlooked by the home mechanic.👍👍

@robduford3812 4 жыл бұрын

Got my first Jeep Wrangler today and this video was my very first stop. Seriously, this should be the template for all instructional videos. Thank you, MCM!

@mtcdnp 2 жыл бұрын

Because of your video I bought and installed my JL 8.4 in less than 15minutes (watched your video twice before). Very easy since your explanation is great! THANK YOU!!

@MotorCityMechanic 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Glad it went quick and easy. Thanks for the comment and make sure to subscribe

@jeffkodysz4309 4 жыл бұрын

Great video! We just got a new Jeep JT (Gladiator) with the 5" radio and asked the salesman about upgrading to the nav system. We were told it was impossible, to which I called BS. Glad this is available. Looks like a great Saturday afternoon project.

@JasonOlivo 4 жыл бұрын

This is easily one of the best made how to radio install videos out there. Well done!

@MotorCityMechanic 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jason for the great feedback and kind words. Glad you enjoyed. Make sure to subscribe.

@wyattoneable 5 жыл бұрын

Nice explanation about how everything works together. Computers need those modules to know what's going on. It's expensive to change something out. That is a great upgrade.

@MrMoisesj23 4 жыл бұрын

one of the best, informative videos seen in a while. Awesome job!

@alittlebitofeverything5090 5 жыл бұрын

Nice job Dave. I recently had to replace my 8.4 in my 14' Ram 2500 because when I did a USB update it got stuck on "embedded air card." I was out of warranty by time so I checked a reputable eBay seller who had the same exact radio as mine with the same exact preloaded features and the 4 digit security code to that radio. I did the swap everything went well but to make a long story short, I had to pay $10.00 to transfer the XM radio service. Also, I no longer had navigation because the radio has a different identifier/air card and the navigation stays with the old radio. I called FCC and they were very helpful with providing me the codes for navigation activation. Just some food for thought! This package from infotainment is pretty slick!

@richardprather2900 4 ай бұрын

You gave the best replacement of the radio I've found so far 🙂

@dchec2100 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent video - detailed, precise, everything I needed. Really great work!

@MotorCityMechanic 5 жыл бұрын

Appreciate it Dan! Thanks for checking it out.

@chriswhitten7225 3 жыл бұрын

What an amazingly informative video! I learned more about jeep upgrades and how things work overall, plus the video was just well edited and interesting. Thank you!

@OgleBilly 5 жыл бұрын

I’m telling ya David, FCA needs to use you for their instructional videos ! Good job brother!

@Zfasha 5 жыл бұрын

Right! The guy knows how to Properly do an instructional video!

@_netscapenavigator 2 жыл бұрын

Your video helped elevate my audio game in my 2020 JLU from UAA to UAQ. THANKS :)

@davidharper3139 2 жыл бұрын

About as good as it gets for instructions and details. Direct to the point. Awesome

@Infotainment_nav 5 жыл бұрын

David, a really Big THANKS for featuring us in your video! We're big fans of the channel. Thanks again.

@MotorCityMechanic 5 жыл бұрын

Your welcome. Thanks for the help and info.

@DelanoJ 4 жыл бұрын

so just to confirm buying the 8.4 from Infotainment & installing myself i wont have to goto the dealership to have them configure it?

@blancarivera1265 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Daniel after seeing your video I felt very comfortable buying the stereo from infotainment.

@johnmeek6790 2 жыл бұрын

Great video man, helped with all my questions in upgrading from a 7" to a 8.4. Thanks, very informative. Definitely a subscriber now from only watching your first KZfaq video.

@laureningle2874 Жыл бұрын

Just bought a 2021 Wrangler JL. Thank you for all of your information and instructional video.

@bobhumble9125 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent “how to” video. Very articulate and understandable.

@blackbunny5327 3 жыл бұрын

That looked more then easy I actually feel like I could do it myself no problem. Not only did learn to replace a grill by your videos but now a radio. Welp found my new car channel to watch.

@jkarlmeinhardt 3 жыл бұрын

Definitely better than other videos on KZfaq regarding this installation

@MotorCityMechanic 3 жыл бұрын

Many thanks Karl. The feedback is much appreciated

@CheaperJeeperTV 4 жыл бұрын

The 8.4" uConnect is an amazing unit. I would have a hard time buying a different vehicle without this system now.

@dr.mahmoodsamir1822 4 жыл бұрын

I don‘t have a Wrangler, rather a Renegade, but this was really informative and actually enjoyable. Would definitely come in handy if I bought a Wrangler in the future and I needed to install an infotainment system, thanks a lot!

@ambrose.little 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I think this is the best video available on how to do this upgrade. Very well done.

@austinlatag7398 5 жыл бұрын

Dude! This was super helpful. I been contemplating for weeks on upgrading from the 7 to 8 but this video help put my mind at ease about just leaving it be. Thank you! =)

@MotorCityMechanic 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Austin. Glad to share what ever I know. Make sure to subscribe!

@chrisauriazul2203 3 жыл бұрын

Did you end up swapping ?? This video shows the 5 swap to 8 and mentions volume would only work from steering wheel What about those who have the 7” and have the volume button by climate controlS

@jimboavery8444 3 жыл бұрын

EXCELLENT VIDEO!!! super easy to perform the upgrade!!

@DJShadowReD 4 жыл бұрын

Ha! That's exactly what the parts guy at the dealership told me today. "It's not possible." Damn crooks!!

@dannysaturno6217 4 жыл бұрын

Just called the dealer and guess what " Not an option".

@elcheapo5302 5 жыл бұрын

Very interesting, David. Thank you for sharing.

@MotorCityMechanic 5 жыл бұрын

Your welcome and thanks for watching!

@autumnzerose 5 жыл бұрын

I appreciate you so much ❤️ Thank You!!

@MotorCityMechanic 5 жыл бұрын

Your welcome and thanks for watching the video. Make sure to subscribe.

@SR-sg7qk Жыл бұрын

Omg I didn't think it was that simple. Thank you thank you for this GREAT VIDEO!!!

@WBOS72 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks a ton David - im searching infotainment now.

@MotorCityMechanic 5 жыл бұрын

Appreciate you watching and thank you for following the channel.

@plastic1492 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Dave, another great info video

@MotorCityMechanic 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@randallcheek9308 5 жыл бұрын

once again David great video and very professionally done.

@MotorCityMechanic 5 жыл бұрын

Appreciated Randall.

@patrickmorrissey2271 3 жыл бұрын

Great job on this one... You are really good at explaining this stuff....

@MotorCityMechanic 3 жыл бұрын

Many thanks Patrick.

@om6576 5 жыл бұрын

Dave u are the best at explaining nice vid!!!!

@MotorCityMechanic 5 жыл бұрын

Many thanks! The kind words are appreciated. Make sure to subscribe and click that bell icon.

@josem.4312 Жыл бұрын

Excellent and very informative video. THANK YOU!

@manuelalcaraz9305 3 жыл бұрын

If all the instructions to anything were like this life would be so awesome. Thank u so much very easy steps very to it steps loved it

@GaryDrumm 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video! Thank you! 🙏🏻

@DontBeDumb4 Жыл бұрын

Couple things you didn’t touch on: 1. You can buy a new HVAC control panel from infotainment as well to regain the factory volume button. 2. When upgrading from the 5.0, you likely won’t have the GPS module, which you can also buy from infotainment and install yourself.

@joepro5915 5 жыл бұрын

Great video!!! Thank you.

@MotorCityMechanic 5 жыл бұрын

Many thanks man!

@muddfoot69 4 жыл бұрын

Nice job, I feel like I can even do this now....

@MotorCityMechanic 4 жыл бұрын

Its not a hard job and if you take your time you shouldnt have any issues. Thanks for commenting and for watching. Make sure to subscribe.

@CrunchEnhancer Жыл бұрын

Awesome video im looking into this today

@hondaemployee632 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for a fantastic video

@carlograjalez8421 5 жыл бұрын

Great tip bro

@torontoraptors2107 2 жыл бұрын

Dec 2021. Thank you!

@MotorCityMechanic 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching

@SuperThunder911 4 жыл бұрын

Great video my brother 👍

@MotorCityMechanic 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Victor! Dont forget to subscribe.

@cannon29 2 жыл бұрын

Great explanation video. Thanks..

@mrfisher77 2 жыл бұрын

Well done - thanks

@Felix.Garcia 2 жыл бұрын

Good info man, thanks!!

@MotorCityMechanic 2 жыл бұрын

Your welcome Felix!

@mtcdnp 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

@patandjessicasjeepadventur3227 5 жыл бұрын

Great video

@MotorCityMechanic 5 жыл бұрын

Many thanks Pat! Appreciate you watching and for the comment.

@bryanr.3241 5 жыл бұрын

Great video 👍 subscribed

@MotorCityMechanic 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Bryan!

@davedfletcher 4 жыл бұрын

Great video!!!

@MotorCityMechanic 4 жыл бұрын

Many thanks Dave. Make sure to subscribe.

@littlebusta 2 жыл бұрын

Great Video!!!!

@pinguspong158 5 жыл бұрын

good stuff

@MotorCityMechanic 5 жыл бұрын

Pingus Pong thanks for the comment and make sure to subscribe as well as click the bell icon

@AntonioClaudioMichael 5 жыл бұрын

That 8.4 inch is nice

@MotorCityMechanic 5 жыл бұрын

Its a very nice radio. I dont see a need to go bigger then that like in the high end Rams.....8.4 is enough for me. I have it in my durango as well.

@AntonioClaudioMichael 5 жыл бұрын

@@MotorCityMechanic love durangos

@MotorCityMechanic 5 жыл бұрын

@@AntonioClaudioMichael I never thought I would but I certainly do now.

@juansalgado9980 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome vid thanks

@MotorCityMechanic 5 жыл бұрын

Your welcome and thanks for watching Juan!

@robertwilliams2762 5 ай бұрын

Excellent

@The1stMoRice 4 жыл бұрын

Holy shit! Grovetown! Automatic sub

@MotorCityMechanic 4 жыл бұрын

Sounds like we are neighbors lol. thanks for subscribing!

@nosoupforyou425 5 жыл бұрын

Nice video.

@MotorCityMechanic 5 жыл бұрын

Much appreciated! Make sure to subscribe and Merry Christmas

@rcctishno2 5 жыл бұрын

Brilliant thanx.

@MotorCityMechanic 5 жыл бұрын

Your welcome. Make sure to subscribe and check out my other videos as well.

@ilhansharif-idiris1096 3 жыл бұрын

Oh woww thank you. I’m going to buy a cheaper jl(sport) and add leather seats, and big screen and a matching hardtop for the Sahara feel

@ambrose.little 3 жыл бұрын

BTW, thanks for the detail on the green connector going to the tan. I would have been a bit stumped by that if I hadn't seen your video. Heh.

@robertrose6068 2 жыл бұрын

Ambrose, what function was the green connector for? I just installed the 8.4 and the Jeep did not have a green connector. I am assuming it is for GPS since the nav screen does not move out of Florida and I am in PA.

@ambrose.little 2 жыл бұрын

@@robertrose6068 Sorry, I don't actually know, but your theory seems highly plausible.

@erinm412 2 ай бұрын

Omg thank you!!!!!

@antonioooooooooooish 3 жыл бұрын

awesome video....U did not mention one thing. the 8.4 has lte and you need to buy a LTE antenna if you want to use the car as internet hotspot.

@wiggie200486 5 жыл бұрын

Huge relief, yeah the dealership tells you it’s outright impossible... I can’t wait to do this to my JL. I just wonder if I were to get the climate panel with the volume knob if it would work properly.

@MotorCityMechanic 5 жыл бұрын

Good question. Not sure if just plug and play when it comes to the switch bank....its falls into that trial and error category.

@chrism6575 4 жыл бұрын

Yes It would work fine!

@robertrowan7405 4 жыл бұрын

After browsing the comments, I did not notice if this question was answered already, so I will ask it (again?): After upgrading, did you notice whether or not the Off-Road pages feature of the 8.4 was present? Also, great video, I liked and subscribed! Looking forward to browsing your channel.

@MotorCityMechanic 4 жыл бұрын

Good question.....I dont know for sure. Best people to ask are great folks over at infotainment.com.....they are the experts on this and will be able to get you that answer for sure. Thanks for asking and for having subscribe Robert! Its much appreciated

@billrimmer5596 5 жыл бұрын

That video was very helpful for people who want to upgrade their sound system and backup camera. Also the info on programming to the build of the car is helpful. Do most of the late models have fuel pump control modules that that have to be programmed? If so, do u have to have the Mopar subscription?

@MotorCityMechanic 5 жыл бұрын

Newer ones do have fuel pump modules instead of the relay in the fuse box. I haven't heard of it being programmable....then again I haven't had any real issues with one yet.

@ianbailey2127 5 жыл бұрын

I feel like I could have saved some money and bought my JL with the 5" and then upgrade to this. It's probably cheaper too!

@MotorCityMechanic 5 жыл бұрын

Its possible! Thanks for watching and for the comment.

@leehig8165 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome video very informative thank you. Question should I disconnect the negative terminal on the battery before installing my 8.4 radio from infotainment?. It was because of your video I got the radio. Thank again. Lee

@fwarleader 4 жыл бұрын

Great video really considering upgrading in my new Rubicon. just not sure how much a difference the 8.4 is to the 7, wish I would have looked on the lot when buying. Also I found out that they will buy your old unit when you replace so if that is a decent deal I think I will do it.

@StupidRalph 5 жыл бұрын

FCA loves those lever connects, several in my Town & Country upper console for my tvs. How is the PT coming along? Thanks for the content despite having to handle twins.

@MotorCityMechanic 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks man for asking about the twins....they are a handful at times but priceless. They pretty much dictate what free time we have which is almost none. The head on the PT is off and I am working on getting all the needed parts together so that I can continue filming the process. I appreciate you following the channel!

@SynysterGoose 4 жыл бұрын

You can get the control panel from them as well

@rayvonp 5 жыл бұрын

I bought my UAQ radio for my 14 Ram from them

@MotorCityMechanic 5 жыл бұрын

I have bought used in the past and ended up with the wrong version and then had to track down the right one. Its cool to see one place that specializes in the swaps so you dont have to make the same mistakes as me.

@aus21ant 4 жыл бұрын

do you give vin info to infotainment to get stern working for jeep, or take it to dealer so they input jeep info?

@kiltedpriest3715 10 ай бұрын

David can you change keyless start to keyed start on 2018 Jeep Wrangler? Loved this vid and will be attempting it on mine. Thanks

@carlbarges6776 3 жыл бұрын

great information. Thank you for posting. Can you tell me how Satellite radio would work with this? Thank you

@lootsef2549 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, great, informative video. One question, I have the Gladiator Sport that doesn’t have the front camera. Will this radio support the front camera if I add it? It currently has no front camera. Keep up the good work. THANKS!

@slowandlow 5 жыл бұрын

good vid...quick question, dont think I heard you mentioned this in the vid...I've seen other videos on this upgrade and they said you would need to go to the dealer after the install to re-program the brains of the Jeep to know you have a new radio (8.4 from a 5)...does this not need to happen?

@tylerwoerner9192 3 жыл бұрын

I bought mine and someone already did this upgrade. I would love the upgraded dash controls with volume. Can you do a video on that?

@MrMctheking 2 жыл бұрын

I would like to see this!

@DJWarda 2 жыл бұрын

Great video man, can I add a front camera with that system?

@JJ-ld3pe 5 жыл бұрын

You fucking rock, dude!

@MotorCityMechanic 5 жыл бұрын

Many thanks man!

@twincamJim 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video Dave … well done. My 2019 Jeep JL 8.4 screen lost the display on the right 1/3 of the screen. The touch screen still works on the blank portion of the screen. The dealer says a radio software update maybe required ($200) or a complete radio with nav replacement ($3,000) Any ideas what the problem might be? Can it be repaired. Thanks Jim

@MilkBone3327 3 жыл бұрын

Super informative! Thanks. Question, will upgrading to the 8.4 give me access to the off-road pages? Thanks

@MotorCityMechanic 3 жыл бұрын

Good question.....I don’t know for sure. I recommend contacting infotainment.com to find out for sure. If any one knows....it would be them

@lenardstephen 5 жыл бұрын

Good video ? I seen another video where they said that the inside was waterproof ,is that just the wires so nothing gets damaged or is The radio, instrument cluster, heating controls, encased in some kind of rubber seal. Much love from Philly!

@thearrow5793 5 жыл бұрын

👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

@adiedri38 4 жыл бұрын

Great video, if my 2019 JL doesn't have the GPS antenna installed for the GPS. Is this an easy install? Do you have a video for that and the XM antenna install? Again great video

@MotorCityMechanic 4 жыл бұрын

I dont have any videos on that. I would check with infotainment.com to see what they offer and where they recommend mounting it in case its different then the oem original location. Thanks for the kind words about the video and for watching. Make sure to subscribe.

@scalebuildersguild 5 жыл бұрын

Great video sir. I currently have the 7" system and I do like it a lot. I feel like I should have gotten the 8.4" so I could take advantage of the offroad pages. Looks like a pretty easy install.

@MotorCityMechanic 5 жыл бұрын

I have been hearing alot about these off road pages and need to check into it sometime when I get some free time. Yeah its not a hard install for sure. Thanks for watching and for commenting.

@scalebuildersguild 5 жыл бұрын

Absolutely! All it takes is money and time, both of which I have none of! Ha! Offroad pages are already available on Rubicon trims in the center display, but Jeep offered an upgrade for the 8.4" unit that allows those pages to be shown full-screen.

@MotorCityMechanic 5 жыл бұрын

I will have to check into that.

@jesuspino8035 5 жыл бұрын

Great video! I have a Jeep Wrangler JL Sport 4 door with the 5" screen, not the sport S which comes with the option of getting a 7'' screen from the factory. I wanted to upgrade to the 7'' screen. The dealership told me that they are not sure if this is compatible, so they didn't do the upgrade. Is this possible? Thanks for the great work in the channel.

@joeyc2103 3 жыл бұрын

Does upgrading to the 8.4 inch screen with pre programed Vin give you the ability to use the U connect app. I am missing that option for my jeep because I do not have the 8.4 inch screen.

@calebconklin3306 5 жыл бұрын

Since infotainment came out with the replacement volume and climate controls can you do another video on putting that in?

@MotorCityMechanic 4 жыл бұрын

I would like to if they let me. I might have to check into it. Thanks for asking and make sure to subscribe.

@donhgr 5 жыл бұрын

My daughter has a 2017 wrangler sport very basic roll up windows and manual locks, would like to add if possible power locks. Is it possible to add factory and are the wires already somewhere in the Jeep to hook up to doors and console switches (I know there are no switches now ) thanks

@jimispeed96 3 жыл бұрын

Question: My 2018 JL does not have navigation in the stock radio, does the new 8" HMI you installed come with it or if you didn't have it to begin with you still won't have it?

@nikreese5440 3 жыл бұрын

Does the infotainment radio have a built in sxm receiver? That’s the thing I’m missing the most with this 5.4 unit. Thanks!!

@brandonzimmerman1667 4 жыл бұрын

Will this work if I get the alpine sound system upgrade through Quadratec?

@stevenwoj 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! I just got a 2018 JL with a stock AM/FM radio so I will be upgrading. Do you get any credit for sending me to Infotainment? I want to make sure you get some sort of acknowledgement (or pay) for recommending them. Also, when going from a radio with just AM/FM, to a radio with Satellite radio, will I need to get a different antenna?