Description
Pioneer DMH-AP6650BT 9″ Wireless AV Receiver + Subaru Forester/Impreza/XV (2012–2015, Factory 6.1″ Touch Screen) Aerpro AKSU2 Installation Kit
Product Information
Upgrade your Subaru Forester, Impreza or XV (2012–2015) equipped with the factory 6.1″ touch screen with the modern Pioneer DMH-AP6650BT 9″ Wireless AV Receiver, paired with the Aerpro AKSU2 vehicle-specific installation kit designed for seamless OEM-style dashboard integration. This complete infotainment upgrade modernises the factory system with advanced smartphone connectivity, improved multimedia functionality, and a clean factory-style finish tailored specifically for Subaru models with the factory touchscreen setup.
The Pioneer DMH-AP6650BT features a premium 9-inch capacitive touchscreen display with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support, providing seamless access to navigation, music streaming, hands-free calling, messaging, and voice assistant control. When installed with the Aerpro AKSU2 kit, the system integrates neatly into the dashboard while retaining key factory features including steering wheel controls and factory reverse camera compatibility.
This package is ideal for Subaru owners looking to upgrade from the factory 6.1″ infotainment system to a modern, feature-rich touchscreen experience.
Key Product Features
Pioneer DMH-AP6650BT Head Unit Features
- 9″ WSVGA capacitive touchscreen display (1024 x 600 resolution)
- Wireless and wired Apple CarPlay
- Wireless and wired Android Auto
- Dedicated Direct Access key for instant smartphone integration
- Bluetooth hands-free calling and wireless audio streaming
- Dual phone pairing capability
- WebLink® Cast smartphone mirroring
- USB media playback with video support
- Advanced Pioneer audio tuning including EQ, crossover, and time alignment
- High-performance digital sound processing for enhanced audio clarity
- Stable Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity for reliable operation
Aerpro AKSU2 Subaru Installation Kit Features
- Designed specifically for Subaru Forester (2013–2014), Impreza (2012–2014) and XV (2012–2015)
- Suitable for vehicles with factory 6.1″ touch screen systems
- Supports 9” trapezoid-style aftermarket head units
- Black fascia kit for OEM-style dashboard integration
- Steering wheel control interface harness included
- SWC patch lead included for compatible head unit integration
- Antenna adaptor included
- Camera retention adaptor included (if equipped)
- Factory USB retention harness included
- Retains steering wheel controls including phone button functionality (if equipped)
- Retains factory reverse camera (if equipped)
- Retains USB input functionality
- Does not retain AUX input
- Does not support factory amplifier systems
- Designed for simplified installation using Aerpro APP8 harness adapters
- Professional OEM-style fitment for a clean dashboard finish
Vehicle Compatibility
Subaru Fitment
- Subaru Forester (2013–2014)
- Subaru Impreza (2012–2014)
- Subaru XV (2012–2015)
Suitable for vehicles with:
- Factory 6.1″ touchscreen system
- Factory steering wheel controls (including phone button where equipped)
- Factory reverse camera (if equipped)
- Factory USB input (model dependent)
Important Feature Notes
- Retains steering wheel controls including phone button functionality (model dependent)
- Retains factory reverse camera (if equipped)
- Retains factory USB input
- Does not retain AUX input
- Does not support factory amplifier systems
- Compatible only with universal trapezoid-style head units
- Does not suit standard DIN or double DIN head units
- Pioneer CAN Bus functionality is not supported
- Steering wheel controls must be configured via:
- “Steering Wheel Control” → “With Adapter”
- Feature retention may vary depending on vehicle specification and head unit setup
Compatible Head Units (Kit Support)
- Pioneer DMH-AP6650BT
- Alpine INE-AW409S
- Kenwood DMX80AXS
- Aerpro AM9X
- Various Android-based 9” trapezoid head units
Why Upgrade Your Subaru With This System
This Pioneer and Aerpro integration package is designed to modernise Subaru interiors equipped with the factory 6.1″ touchscreen system by replacing outdated infotainment with a modern, connected solution. It improves usability, navigation access, and smartphone integration while maintaining OEM-style fitment.
Ideal for Subaru owners wanting to:
- Add wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Upgrade from factory 6.1″ touchscreen systems
- Improve navigation and media streaming access
- Modernise the dashboard with a premium touchscreen system
- Retain key factory vehicle functionality where supported
This package delivers a practical and professional infotainment upgrade solution designed for seamless integration into factory touchscreen-equipped Subaru models.