KIT-903JC - Car Installation Kit ALPINE - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Steering Wheel Control Interface Installation Kit
Brand	Alpine
Model	KIT-903JC
Compatible Vehicles	Jeep Compass with VP2/VP2 NAV original radio (2017 and later)
Kit Contents	SWC interface, wiring harness, FM antenna adapter, DAB antenna adapter
Key Functions	Steering wheel button control (source, seek, volume, mute, call, voice); interface settings (date/time, language, lights, sensors, HVAC, etc.)
Installation Requirements	Must be installed by a qualified professional. ESD prevention: connect WHEEL REMOTE JACK before vehicle connectors.
Electrical Specifications	Red wire (underkey) max 500 mA; yellow wire (permanent) for accessories; black wire (GND)
Steering Wheel Button Functions	Source, Seek up/down, Accept call, Voice, Reject call, Volume up/down, Mute
Settings Available	Date & time, language, ambient light, courtesy lights, parking sensors, lane assist, blind spot, rain sensors, brake maintenance, HVAC (MAX AC, DUAL)
Special Features	Buzzer cable for sound; AUX input; camera input; antenna signal support; delayed reverse; guide lines
Safety Precautions	Professional installation only; ESD damage prevention; manufacturer not liable for incidental damages
Maintenance	No specific maintenance instructions; keep connectors clean and dry
Repairability	No user-serviceable parts; contact professional installer for issues

Frequently Asked Questions - KIT-903JC ALPINE

What vehicles is the KIT-903JC compatible with?

The KIT-903JC is compatible with Jeep Compass models from 2017 and later equipped with the original VP2 or VP2 NAV radio.

Do I need a professional installer for this kit?

Yes, the manual states that all installation work must be performed by a qualified professional installer only to avoid damage and ensure safety.

What is the SWC interface used for?

The SWC (Steering Wheel Control) interface allows you to retain the use of your steering wheel buttons (volume, seek, source, etc.) with an aftermarket Alpine radio.

How do I connect the cables?

Refer to the installation diagram in the manual. Typical connections include: 1) to radio connector, 2) to car antenna, 3) to camera input, 4) to aux input, and various power wires (red, yellow, black). Connect the WHEEL REMOTE JACK first to prevent ESD damage.

What steering wheel functions are supported?

Supported functions include: Source, Seek up/down, Accept call, Voice, Reject call, Volume up/down, and Mute. Some vehicles may have additional functions as shown in the manual.

How do I access the interface settings?

Access the interface setting menu through the radio display. Settings include Date & Time, Language, Lights, Parking Sensors, Lane Assist, HVAC, and more, if equipped by the car.

What is the purpose of the buzzer cable?

The buzzer cable is used to emit sounds for parking sensors or other alerts. The manual suggests placing the buzzer behind the air grille area for better sound diffusion.

Can I use this kit with aftermarket radios?

Yes, the kit is designed to interface with Alpine radios such as iLX-702D, X802D-U, INE-W710D, and iLX-F903D. Compatibility with other brands is not specified.

What does the AUT ANTENNA SIGNAL connection do?

The AUT ANTENNA SIGNAL (point no. 9) provides a signal to automatically extend or control the vehicle's antenna when the radio is turned on.

How do I prevent ESD damage during installation?

To prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage, connect the WHEEL REMOTE JACK before plugging in the connectors on the car side. This grounds the interface.

USER MANUAL KIT-903JC ALPINE

Steering wheel control interface installation kit for:

JEEP

Model: Compass with VP2/VP2 NAV original RADIO;

Year: 2017>

Kit content: SWC interface

wiring harness

FM antenna adapter

DAB antenna adapter

Customer code:

Electrical wiring harness with various colored wires and connectors, no visible text or symbols

INSTALLATION MANUAL

All installation work must be performed by a qualified professional installer only. The manufacturer / dealer is not liable for any kind of incidental or indirect damages. 10/2019 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Technical changes possible. No liability for misprints.

All installation work must be performed by a qualified professional installer only. The manufacturer / dealer is not liable for any kind of incidental or indirect damages. 10/2019 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Technical changes possible. No liability for misprints.

In order to prevent ESD damage, the WHEEL REMOTE JACK must be connected before plugging in the connectors on car side.

Connect cables to as follow:

1- to RADIO CONNECTOR

2- to CAR ANTENNA CONNECTOR

3- to CAR ANTENNA CONNECTOR (with iLX-702D, X802D-U, INE-W710D, iLX-F903D Radio)

4- to CAMERA IN

5- to AUX IN

6- Red wire UNDERKEY - available for external accessories MAX 500 mA

7- Yellow wire PERMANENT - available for external accessories

8- Black wire GND - available for external accessories

9- AUT ANTENNA SIGNAL

10- to CAMERA CONTROL

11- to CAR CONNECTOR

12- to RADIO ANTENNA CONNECTOR

13- to RADIO ANTENNA CONNECTOR (with iLX-702D, X802D-U, INE-W710D, iLX-F903D Radio)

14 - to the point n°9 (AUT ANTENNA SIGNAL)

NOTE: 15- Connect to point n°4 only if original RVC installed

NOTE: 16- Find near the steering wheel the area where air grille is placed (highlighted in the picture).

NOTE: 17- Connect to point n°5 (White and Red RCA connectors) for VP2 with AUX only.

We suggest to place the buzzer behind this area for a better sound diffusion.

BUZZER CABLE

Close-up of a blue cable with a sensor attached to a car's head panel, showing a red arrow and a red circle highlighting the dashboard (no text or symbols on the main subject)

copy for the vehicle owner

The steering wheel buttons perform the following functions (if supported by the radio):

1- Source
2- Seek up
3- Seek down
4- Accept incoming call
5- Voice
6- Reject incoming call
7- Volume up
8- Volume down
9- Mute

If your vehicle has the configuration shown in the picture, the buttons can carry out the functions listed below:

• 1 Left => decrease Volume
• 1 Rigth => increase Volume
• 1 Press => toggle ignition
• 2 Press => mute
• 3 Press => toggle ignition
• 4 Left => seek
• 4 Rigth => seek +
• 4 Press => toggle ignition

NOTE: Access the interface setting menu as shown in the pictures.

The available settings are (if the related optional is equipped by the car):

• Date & Time change
• Language change
• Follow me settings
• delayed reverse
  • delayed reverse temporization
  • camera guide lines visualization
  • measure unit change
  • temperature unit change
  • pressure unit change
• ambient light intensity change
• courtesy lights setting
  • cornering light setting
  • light management at shutdown
• automatic high beam
  • doors automatic closing setting
  • passive entry setting
  • door unlock selection
  • automatic parking brake management
  • anticollision warning setting
• parking sensor setting
  • radio mute on parksensor setting
• lane assist settings
• lane assist strength
• blind spot warning management
  • side sense management
• rain sensor settings
• brake maintenance

AUTO HVAC (Heat Ventilation Air conditioning and Cooling) ONLY

MAX AC: this function is not carried out by the vehicle buttons.

- The user must set the desired function MAX AC manually, by using the wheel

and the buttons on the vehicle;

DUAL : this function is not carried out by the vehicle buttons.

- The user must press the OFF button twice to use the sync command;

Alpine H/U displays AC profile. This information can not be changed.

- Middle is displayed. Choices are: Low, Middle, High.

NOTE

Jeep Compass parking sensors can be displayed in the dashboard display.

Parking Distance Control is active and emits sounds only if the vehicle is moving.

NOTE: In order to display on the monitor IMPORTANT information, please set the HDMI

to "accessory mode" even if the HDMI cable is not present.