RAM
X009-RAM 9”
Installation Manual
Model: Full Size Truck
Model Year: 2013-UP
Trim Level: All models without
8.4-Inch Touchscreen Display
FULL SIZE TRUCK 1/13
Model Year
RAM
RAM
1500
DODGE
* 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.
RAM 1500 2013 - UP
RAM 2500 2013 - UP
RAM 3500 2013 - UP
Introduction
Design and specications 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 the store that you purchased it from.
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
Caution
Ignoring the content marked by this indication and using the product incorrectly is
expected to lead to death or serious injury.
Ignoring the content marked by this indication and using the product incorrectly is only
expected to lead to injury or property damage.
Types of Precautions
RAM
FULL SIZE TRUCK 2/13
Forbidden
Forbidden
Indicates actions that are forbidden
(must not be performed)
Mandatory
Indicates that disassembly is
forbidden.
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, re,
or electric shock.
Forbidden
Store screws and other small objects where small children cannot reach them. If one of these
small objects is swallowed, consult with a doctor immediately.
When replacing fuses, be sure to use fuses with the specied current rating. Failing to do so could
lead to an accident or re.
Forbidden
Mandatory
Only connect the product to a 12 VDC negative ground car. Failing to do so could lead to
an accident or re.
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 re 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 re.
Mandatory
Forbidden
Forbidden
FULL SIZE TRUCK 3/13
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 re.
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 re or an accident.
RAM
Forbidden
Forbidden
Forbidden
Do not sandwich cords between the seat railing or allow them to touch protrusions.
Resulting breaks or shorts could lead to electric shock or re.
Do not block vents or heat sinks. Doing so could lead to re 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 re or damage equipment.
The installation and wiring of this product requires specialized skills and experience.
Have the product installed and wired by the store that you purchased it from.
Forbidden
Forbidden
Accessory List
Head Unit Box Parts (X009)
Owner’s Manual Disc X009 Head Unit X009 Camera Harness
AUX/Pre Out Harness GPS Antenna USB Extension Cable
RAM
FULL SIZE TRUCK 4/13
8mm x 8 Screws Quick Reference Guides Registration Cards
QRG
Audio
iDatalink Maestro Box Parts (ALP-MRR V2.0/ALP-HRN-RAM V2.0)
Main Harness Antenna Adapter OEM USB Adapter
SAT Radio Antenna Adapter
Maestro Module USB Flashing Cable
QRG
Navigation
Alpine
Registration Card
iDatalink Maestro Module
Registration Card
NAVTEQ
USB/AUX PCB
FULL SIZE TRUCK 5/13
Installation Kit Parts (G-KTX-009-RAM)
X009-RAM Radio Dash Bezel Key Harness Headunit Mounting Plate
Screws x 8 Side Mounting Brackets
RAM
Component Locations
Maestro Module Location
RAM
FULL SIZE TRUCK 6/13
GPS Antenna
Head Unit
BT Microphone Location
GPS Antenna Location
Factory Radio Removal Process
RAM
FULL SIZE TRUCK 7/13
1 Remove the rubber screw cover from the top of the
radio panel and extract 2x #20 Torx screws.
2 Extract 1x 9/32” – 7mm screw from the right side
pocket. (Not required on base models)
3 Pull the entire radio panel out.
Rubber screw cover
1
2
115
V AC
150W
5 Extract 13x Phillips screws from the radio panel and
remove the radio bezel.
6 Remove 4x Phillips screws from the HVAC control
and mount the HVAC on to the new X009-RAM
Radio/Dash Bezel.
4 Extract 4x 9/32” – 7mm screws from the radio and
remove it.
4
X009-RAM Radio/
Dash Bezel
Factory HVAC Control
Unit (Not included)
Programing the iDatalink Maestro Module
RAM
FULL SIZE TRUCK 8/13
1 INSTALL THE WEBLINK PLUG-IN
Go to:
idatalinkmaestro.com/plugin and follow the installation steps.
Review the System Requirements before installing.
If the plugin is already installed, the caution, “The plugin is already
installed” appears. Please skip to step 2.
3 CONNECT YOUR MAESTRO MODULE
Use the included USB cable to connect your Maestro module to your
PC.
4 LOG INTO WEBLINK
Go to:
idatalinkmaestro.com/login.
Enter your username and password, then click OK.
2 REGISTER A WEBLINK ACCOUNT
Go to:
idatalinkmaestro.com/register and complete the registration process.
A conrmation email will be sent to you requiring validation.
For existing customers, click log in.
For existing customers, click log in.
5 PROGRAM YOUR MODULE
Follow the programming steps for your vehicle.
6 Once Programing is complete “FLASHING
COMPLETE” will be displayed.
Proceed to the next page to complete installation.
Installation Instructions
RAM
FULL SIZE TRUCK 9/13
1 Using a cutting tool cut the bottom section of the
metal bracket (as shown in the shaded area).
2 Mount the brackets to the sides of the head unit as
shown, using athead Phillips screws supplied.
X009 Headunit
4 Trim the shaded area using a cutting tool.
5 Trim the dashed area on the factory HVAC control
unit and mount it on to the X009-RAM Radio/Dash
bezel.
Headunit Side Mounting Brackets
3 Install the head unit mounting plate using the 4x
factory 9/32” – 7mm screws.
Dash board
Head Unit
Mounting Plate
6 Attach the X009-RAM Radio/Dash bezel to the dash
factory trim.
X009-RAM Radio/
Dash Bezel
Factory Dash Trim
7 Connect the Maestro module to the X009-RAM
main harness.
Installation Instructions
8 Connect the main harness and adapters to the
factory harness.
9 Place the GPS antenna in between the vent duct
and the top of the dash. Use the supplied metal
base for the best signal strength.
RAM
FULL SIZE TRUCK 10/13
Exploded-View Diagram
Factory Dash Trim
RAM
FULL SIZE TRUCK 11/13
Dash board
X009 Head Unit
(Not included)
X009-RAM
Radio/Dash
Bezel
Side MOunting
Bracket
Factory HVAC Control
Unit (Not included)
USB/AUX PCB Replacement Process
RAM
FULL SIZE TRUCK 12/13
1 Remove the cup holder cover by pulling straight up.
2 Detach the fabric by pulling the vinyl tubing and lift
the foam to access the bottom module tabs.
4 Extract the 2x Phillips screws, remove the plastic
base and illumination port cover.
5 Mount the new PCB board using the factory screws
and attach the illumination port cover.
3 Remove the USB/AUX module by pressing the 2
lock tabs on the top and 2 lock tabs on the bottom
of the module using a at heat screwdriver.
6 Connect and snap back in place.
KTX-RAM Wiring Diagram
(NOt included)
RAM
FULL SIZE TRUCK 13/13
To Vehicle Connectors
Connector
10-pin Black
iDatalink MAESTRO Module
Connector
18-pin Black
Main Harness
HDMI Input
USB Extension
Cable
X009 Head Unit
To X009-GM
Key Panel
X009 Camera Harness
3.5mm Aux 3 /iPod Video
GPS Antenna
To SXM
Factory Rearview Camera
3.5mm iDatalink Audio
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