Description
Note: minor year discrepancy — description/features say 2018-2019, while the specification vehicle list says 2018-2021 PX MkIII. I've used 2018-2021; flag if this needs correcting.
Kenwood DMX80AXS 9" Digital Multimedia Receiver with Aerpro AKFO4 Installation Kit – Suits Ford Ranger PX MkIII
Product Information
Upgrade your Ford Ranger's infotainment system with the Kenwood DMX80AXS 9" Universal Digital Multimedia Receiver, paired with the Aerpro AKFO4 installation kit for a seamless, factory-look fitment. The DMX80AXS delivers a large, high-resolution floating touchscreen display with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, giving you full access to navigation, music streaming, and hands-free calling directly from the dashboard.
The Aerpro AKFO4 kit is purpose-built for Ford Ranger MkIII (2018-2021) vehicles with the small 4.2" factory display, supplying the black fascia panel, steering wheel control interface harness, SWC patch lead, antenna adaptor, camera retention adaptor, and factory USB retention harness needed to install a 9" trapezoid-shaped head unit while retaining steering wheel control functionality (including the phone button), factory reverse camera (if equipped), AUX input, USB input, parking tones, and vehicle menu access.
Together, the Kenwood DMX80AXS and Aerpro AKFO4 kit deliver a factory-integrated infotainment upgrade that combines modern connectivity with a clean, professional installation.
Key Product Features
Kenwood DMX80AXS Head Unit:
- 9" floating capacitive touchscreen display
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Bluetooth hands-free calling and audio streaming
- USB-C and USB-A connectivity
- High-resolution display with customisable interface
- Multiple camera inputs (front/rear) for enhanced visibility
- Built-in equaliser and sound customisation
Aerpro AKFO4 Installation Kit Features:
- Black fascia panel engineered for a factory-look fit
- Steering wheel control interface harness for retained SWC functionality, including the phone button
- SWC patch lead included
- Antenna adaptor included
- Camera retention adaptor included for factory reverse camera (if equipped)
- Factory USB retention harness included
- Designed to suit universal 9" trapezoid-shaped head units
- Compatible with Aerpro APP8 secondary ISO harness (sold separately – head unit ISO harness not included)
- Supports steering wheel control via menu selection (Menu > Steering Wheel Control > With Adapter) — Pioneer CAN Bus features are not supported by this kit
- Retains AUX input, USB input, parking tones, and vehicle menu access
- Suits vehicles with the small 4.2" factory display
Vehicle Compatibility
This kit suits the following vehicles:
- Ford Ranger 2018-2021 PX MkIII — vehicles with small 4.2" display
Important Feature Retention Notes:
- Steering Wheel Controls (incl. phone button): Yes
- Factory Reverse Camera: Yes (if equipped)
- AUX Input: Yes
- USB Input: Yes
- Parking Tones: Yes
- Factory Amplifier: No
- Vehicle Menu: Yes
Feature retention is radio dependent. This kit is designed for universal trapezoid-shaped radios only and will not suit standard DIN or double DIN sized units.
Compatible Head Units:
- Kenwood DMX80AXS
- Alpine INE-AW409S
- Pioneer DMH-AP6650BT
- Aerpro AM9X
- Various Android head units
Why Upgrade
- Ideal for Ford Ranger MkIII owners wanting to modernise their factory infotainment system
- Perfect for drivers who rely on wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto for navigation and connectivity
- Suited to those who want to retain steering wheel control functionality, factory reverse camera, AUX/USB inputs, parking tones, and vehicle menu access after installing an aftermarket head unit
- Great for owners seeking a clean, factory-look fascia finish rather than an aftermarket appearance
- Ideal for those planning to pair the installation with an Aerpro APP8 harness for a complete, simplified fitment
