Alpine HCE-RCAM-WRA Manuale utente
Jeep Wrangler
HCE-RCAM-WRA 1/16
Jeep Wrangler
HCE-RCAM-WRA
Stealth-Mount Spare Tire Camera
Installation Manual
Model: Wrangler
Model Year: 2007-2018
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
Warning Ignoring the content marked by this indication and using the product incorrectly is
expected to lead to death or serious injury.
Caution Ignoring the content marked by this indication and using the product incorrectly is only
expected to lead to injury or property damage.
Jeep
Model Year
Wrangler (JK) 2007-2018
Wrangler Unlimited (JK) 2007-2018
* 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.
Warning: Before you begin wiring, 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 HCE-RCAM-WRA. This installation manual is designed to take you through
the installation of HCE-RCAM-WRA. Please familiarize yourself with the owners manual and if you still have
additional questions please call 1-800-TECH-101.
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Types of Precautions
Forbidden
Indicates actions that are
forbidden (must not be performed)
Forbidden
Indicates that disassembly is
forbidden.
Mandatory
Indicates actions that are
mandatory (must be performed)
Marks content that should receive
your full attention.
Warning
Do not disassemble or modify the product.
Doing so could lead to an accident, fire, or
electric shock.
Store screws and other small objects
where small children cannot reach them.
If one of these small objects is swal-
lowed, consult with a doctor immediately.
When replacing fuses, be sure to
use fuses with the specified current
rating. Failing to do so could lead to
an accident or fire.
Only connect the product to a 12 VDC
negative ground car. Failing to do so could
lead to an accident or fire.
Before you begin wiring, remove the
ground wire from the negative terminal of
the battery. Failing to do so could lead to
electric shock or injury.
Do not cut the insulation on a cord and take
power from another device. Doing so could
lead to fire or electric shock.
Do not install the product in a location
where it will obstruct the driver’s forward
view; interfere with the operation of the
steering wheel, gearshift, or the like; or
pose a threat to passengers. Doing so could
lead to an accident or injury.
When making a hole in the vehicle body, be
careful to avoid damaging pipes, the fuel
tank, electrical wiring, and the like. This
kind of damage could lead to an accident
or fire.
When installing and grounding the product,
do not use any of the bolts or nuts of the
steering wheel, brakes, fuel tank, or the
like. Doing so could make the brakes stop
working or lead to fire.
Do not install the product near the
passenger-side airbag. Doing so could
interfere with the operation of the airbag
and lead to an accident or injury.
Bundle cords so that they don’t interfere
with driving. Wrapping cords around the
steering wheel, gearshift, brake pedal,
or the like, could lead to an accident or
damage equipment.
Caution
Connect the product properly according to
the instructions. Failing to do so could lead
to fire or an accident.
Do not sandwich cords between the seat
railing or allow them to touch protrusions.
Resulting breaks or shorts could lead to
electric shock or fire.
Do not block vents or heat sinks. Doing so
could lead to fire or damage equipment.
Use the accessories according to the
instructions, and attach them securely.
Failing to do so could lead to an accident
or damage equipment.
Do not install the product where it may be
exposed to water or in a place with high
levels of humidity or dust. Doing so could
lead to fire or damage equipment.
The installation and wiring of this product
requires specialized skills and experience.
Have the product installed by an Alpine
authorized dealer.
Forbidden
Forbidden
Mandatory
Mandatory
Forbidden
Forbidden
Forbidden
Forbidden
Forbidden
Forbidden
Forbidden
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Tools Possibly Required (This Will Vary Depending On The Vehicle)
Panel Removing Tool Sockets Phillips Screwdriver
Wire Cutters Extension Ratchet
Crimpers Pliers Torx Screwdriver
Accessory List
Installation Kit Parts
Camera Bracket With
HCE-C1100 Pre-assembled
Camera Extension Cable
(7M/23FT)
Spare Tire Bracket
+
Cable Ties x 5 Waterproofing Pad x 1 Power & Video Unit
Locking Washer x 3 Waterproofing Pad Adhesive x 1 Torx Screw & Lock Washer x 1
Heat Shink Tubing x 1 Quick Installation Guide Allen Wrench x 1
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Factory Unit Disassembly Process (2007-2010 Only)
DISCONNECT THE BATTERY BEFORE
CONTINUING. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL
DISABLE MANY FEATURES.
1Remove top by releasing 2 rear clips on the back of
the top panel and then pull panel forward.
3Release 2 clips on the top of the bottom panel. This
will expose two 7mm screws. Remove using a 7mm
socket with ratchet & extension.
5Extract (4) 7 mm screws and remove the factory
radio.
2Release 2 clips on the top of the bottom panel. This
will expose two 7mm screws. Remove those.
4Use panel removal tool to remove dash panel by
releasing 6 clips (3 per side)
Warning: Before you begin wiring, 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.
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Factory Unit Disassembly Process (2011-2018 Only)
DISCONNECT THE BATTERY BEFORE
CONTINUING. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL
DISABLE MANY FEATURES.
1Remove the rubber cover from the top center
storage area and extract (1) 7mm screw.
3Remove the window switch pod using a panel
removing tool and extract (1) 7mm screw.
5Extract (4) 7 mm screws and remove the factory
radio.
2Remove the knee cover panel and extract (2) 7mm
screws located to the right and left sides of the
steering wheel column.
Right side of
steering wheel
column.
Left side of
steering wheel
column.
4Remove the dash panel.
6Extract (2) 7 mm screws from the factory radio
bracket and remove it.
2
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Glove Box Removal
1Open the glove box.
2Push inwards both left and right sides to release the
glove box out.
Removing B-Pillar Panel
1Remove B-Pillar panel by disengaging 4 clips on
both front and rear passenger sides.
2Using panel removing tool, unclip the B-Pillar. Be
careful not to damage the panel.
3Lift the carpet up on both front and rear passenger
sides to expose the OEM cables.
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Removing Rear Right Side Panel
1Using T25 Torx, remove the screws on the rear right
side panel.
2Using panel removing tools, pry off seatbelt
cover[#1] and remove the roll cage cover[#2].
2
1
3Using 10mm socket to remove the panel.
4Unclip the cigarette lighter socket from the harness.
5Remove the Rear Right Side Panel.
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Spare Tire and Wheel Removal
1Using 19mm socket, extract the lug nuts.
3Using panel removing tools, unclip and remove wire
cover on the rear gate.
4Using panel removing tools, unclip and remove vent
cover on the rear gate.
Camera & Light Extension Cable Installation
1Route the wires:
A. Start from the head unit harness
B. Behind the glove box
C. Down the passenger kick panel
D. Door sill
E. Along the rear right side panel
F. Along the rear door handle cable
A
B
C D
E
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Camera & Light Extension Cable Installation
G. Secure to the factory cables.
H. Remove OEM grommet. Route the wire out
of an OEM grommet hole. Insert the camera
harness cable and the OEM third brake light cable
through the rubber grommet provided. Cut rubber
grommet by a razor blade if needed. Press the
grommet firmly into the hole.
I. Route along and through the centric hub.
Route the cable so it does not interfere with any
moving parts or safety equipment.
Use silicone to fill up all gaps around the grommet
and cables to prevent water going into the rear
gate.
Failure to do so may cause moisture to go inside.
Bracket Installation
1) Attach camera bracket to spare tire bracket using
the supplied allen wrench, torx screw, and lock
washer.
2) Adjust the bracket for the camera height.
3) Place bracket with camera over the studs and slide
to the back. There’s usually 2 on the top and 1 on
the bottom.
4) Slide retaining clips over the studs to hold the
bracket in place.
5) Check the spacing of the bracket by placing the
spare tire back over the studs.
6) If spacing is correct use 19mm socket to re-install
spare tire.
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Wiring Diagram: OEM Head Unit With SGS-CH01 (Sold Seperately)
To Factory Main
Harness Connector
To Factory Harness
To SGS-CH01
Main Connector
IN OUT
SGS-CH01
(Sold Seperately)
Factory Head Unit
To Factory
Camera Connector
To Rear
Camera Input
CAM TRIG
To optional switch
(sold separately)
This will activate the camera
while the vehicle is not in reverse
with a +12V input.The illustration is
a standard rocker style switch
that should be able to be purchased
at most electronic supply stores.
Guidelines are not displayed when
manually triggered.
+12V
HCE-RCAM-WRA
Camera Extension Cable
Ground And
Accessory Can
Be Used To Power
Aftermarket Camera.
Refer to the SGS-CH01
manual for wire colors
and pins of rear camera
harness. Please note to
leave enough space in
case the connector
would need to be
soldered back on.
Power & Video
Unit
Accessory (Red)
Ground (Black) To Chassis Ground
To Red Pin 4
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