9-inch QLED · 8-Core CPU · Touch Screen Stereo · Wireless CarPlay & Android Auto · Keep OEM Controls

Fits: Dodge Journey 2011–2020

After years of living with the Journey's dated factory radio, I finally pulled the trigger on a Topdisplay 9-inch head unit. No shop, no jargon — just me, a trim tool and an afternoon. Here is exactly how it went down.

Before You Start — Quick Answers

Will it damage my car? No. It is plug-and-play with the factory harness — no cutting, no splicing. Every trim piece clips back on exactly the way it came off.

Do I need professional tools? No. A basic trim pry tool and a screwdriver were all I used. Nothing specialized.

Is it hard to install? Not really. If you can remove a few trim clips and plug in a harness, you can do this. Maybe a 3 out of 10.

Will it keep my OEM features? Yes. Factory AC, steering-wheel controls and vehicle settings all still work through the new screen.

The Install — Step by Step

Step 1 — Remove the Factory Panel

Pry the trim loose and unclip the factory panel to expose the radio.

Step 2 — Remove the Factory Radio

Undo the mounting screws and pull the original radio out of the dash.

Step 3 — Rewire the Harness

Unplug the factory connectors and plug in the Topdisplay harness and decoder box. Everything is plug-and-play.

Step 4 — Mount the New 9-inch Display

Seat the 9-inch QLED screen into the dash and press it flush.

Step 5 — Reinstall the Trim & AC Panel

Clip the vent trim and the factory AC panel back around the new screen.

Step 6 — Power On & Test

Turn the key and test wireless CarPlay, navigation and the on-screen controls.

Final Install Summary

Total time: about 15–20 minutes of hands-on work, exactly as shown in the video.

Difficulty: easy DIY — no wiring or fabrication, just clips and plugs.

Who it's for: any Dodge Journey owner (2011–2020) who wants modern CarPlay & Android Auto without giving up factory controls.

Real-world feel: the 9-inch QLED screen is brighter and faster, wireless CarPlay & Android Auto connect instantly, and the whole dash finally looks and feels current — while every OEM control still works.