Installing a Steering Wheel Audio Control Adapter | Crutchfield Video

Installing a Steering Wheel Audio Control Adapter | Crutchfield Video

Steering Wheel Audio Adapter: http://www.crutchfield.com/i-rytvcz04/p_120ASWC/Axxess-ASWC.html A common problem you face when installing a new car stereo is …

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Mikestylz96 says:

You didnt explain which factory wire u tap into.

Mikestylz96 says:

Seems pretty simple. Thanks for this!

L. Diddy says:

I’m assuming you hook the battery back up before you turn on the ignition? 

Christien Enad says:

I own a BMW 325ci 2005 and Also own the Swi-rc adapter. When I looked on
their website, I saw no picture of the connector, what should I do?!

Juan 69 says:

On the steering wheel control adapter I have to wire it to another 12v wire
that turns on and off with the ignition key. I am going to wire it to the
receiver but my receiver has two 12v wires, one is a constant 12v and the
other is switched. Which do I use?

Paul O'Neal says:

I need to know the dip switch settings for my sony radio and my 1999 buick
regal. 

Carl Brooks says:

On what side did you connect the steering wheel adaptor, the vehicle wiring
harness or the integration wire harness?

Braian Maciel says:

I’m trying to install the aswc-1 in my car. I’m trying to hook it up to a
Pioner AVH-5600 but the thing is I don’t know where the red/gray wire is
supposed to go. I got the harness adapter but im really confused as to how
to connect everything together. The car is a Honda Accord 2008 Ex-L if that
helps any. Would really appreciate an answer. I found the video hoping to
see all connections one by one. Thanks!

Carolyn Boheler says:

You didn’t say WHERE to hook up the adapter to the radio. WHERE do I hook
that up?

Nigel Stars says:

I have a 2003 Lincoln Aviator, What adapter do I need, are any brands
better than another?? Which one has the least amount of wire cutting and
programming?

Paul O'Neal says:

I need to know the dip switch settings for my sony radio and my 1999 buick
regal. 

Samniss Arandeen says:

Got anything to reroute 2008 Mazda MX5 steering wheel controls to a
Raspberry Pi?

Carlos Valles says:

I need a module for my 2010 altima to wire it to my kenwood dnx691hd. So
wich one is the one i need??
Thank you

Josh Olivarez says:

i own a 2011 malibu, i have a bluetooth button on steering wheel will this
still make it work??

pituzofi says:

would it work in my bmw x3 2007? do i have to program it manually?

Bradley Lara says:

i saw he used Posi-Taps, so i can use the Posi tap for the ground wire,
power and other wire(s)

CursedheartMiki says:

kurac

Tom Balotte says:

Crutchfield doesn’t seem to have any wiring harness or steering wheel
control adapter for my 2014 Ford Focus ST, now what?? I was really looking
forward to installing a Parrot Asteroid Smart but not if I lose function in
my steering wheel radio buttons.

Mathew Cardoso says:

I have this adapter but I dont know what 2 wire I need to use for my
pontiac firebird its a 98 any help my radio don’t the 3.5 in the back so I
need to use the brown cables also but dont know for those either can anyone
explain to me ?

Erik Palma says:

I have a 2013 Dodge Challenger & I recently bought a Pioneer AVHX5600BHS
In-Dash DVD Player but I’m not sure which steering wheel control adapter I
need to buy for the specific stereo I bought. Can you help please?

juan manuel bustamante says:

grate vid! I have a question for you, im building a custom car, and got a
chevrolet cruze steering wheel and i want to make the controls on the S.W
to work on a sony or pionner stereo, is this possible? thanks 

Jose Jimenez says:

Does adapters is only for the volume control only or it would work for the
Bluetooth too?

TheBagBalm says:

I had professional company installed my new stereo today with a new
steering wheel control adapter. It worked when I first started the car but
after the second time I started the car. My steering wheel control failed.
The buttons stop functioning. Any reasons why?

David Goodwin says:

Great vid. Can you consider explaining how to do this same setup, but with
a head unit that does not have the 3.5mm? The Jensen VX6020 has 3 Leads.
SWC A, SWC B, SWC ground. I know you use the 3.5mm female adapter. There is
no instructions on how to wire the AWSC to the head unit.

Toby Howell says:

Hi I am doing my research before installing an aftermarket deck into my
Mazda 6 and have a few questions you may be able to answer.
First off…an aftermarket deck should only affect the “audio controls” on
the steering wheel correct? As in, the cruise control functions on the
steering wheel should be fine?
I am considering buying a Sony MEX BT3-100p single din deck that has
bluetooth functionality. My car also has hands free calling features on the
steering wheel. Will these calling features work with a bluetooth head
unit? Will the Axxess adapter also allow the answer call and hang up button
on the steering wheel work? Built in microphone? etc…
Another question I had regarded satellite radio. My stock head unit was
Sirius ready and all i had to do was call Sirius and register. I currently
have a 5 month subscription. The Sony head unit i am considering says
Sirius XM ready, will this be easy to register my current subscription with
the stereo deck? Or will my subscription be lost with the stock head unit
being replaced?
Sorry if I sound very clueless but these are features in my car that I did
not have before.
I was used to an old Subaru Impreza with just the basics. Basically I want
to upgrade my sound but do not want to sacrifice any of the cars
features…but also do not want to spend a fortune.
Thanks

mulvaneybrett says:

I have an extremely good question, I just bought this for a 2006 chevy
malibu and i want to know if i connect these wires to the stock radios
harness or the actual steering controls harness…. thats the only part im
stumped about.

Crutchfield says:

If you purchased the equipment from Crutchfield, you can contact our
technical support department for assistance. Their toll free number is
printed on the back of your invoice. If you purchased elsewhere and the
retailer will not help, you may want to call Metra directly: 800-253-8324.
HTH!–Crutchfield

jlanthripp says:

I’ve been searching and cannot find one of these adapters to work with the
steering wheel controls in an International ProStar. I’m looking at buying
a ProStar, but will almost certainly want to replace the woefully
inadequate factory stereo. Does anyone know if the International uses
controls that are compatible with some other vehicle, that I can buy an
adapter for?

WMUBRONC0 says:

I installed this a couple days ago and it woked perfectly for a day then my
stereo randomly started going down. I thought maybe it was a setting on my
stereo so I unhooked the battery cable to reset the stereo, and it still
does it… Any suggestions.?? Please help.!!

Crutchfield says:

We can only confirm compatibility with U.S. vehicles. You may want to
contact the manufacturers directly to see if they offer compatible products
for your region. HTH!–Crutchfield

Alejandro Vargas says:

your instructions for lancer 09 dont works and you never show the cables
whe you are conecting those

Crutchfield says:

Commercial grade vehicle applications can be tricky. You may want to
contact the manufacturer (Metra) directly to see if they can confirm
compatibility with your International: 800-253-8324. HTH!–Crutchfield

Crutchfield says:

Many aftermarket stereos will offer a 3.5mm jack for an optional wired
remote. On these models, the steering wheel interface adapter will plug to
this port. Keep in mind; when this connection is provided for a wired
remote, it is not an auxiliary audio input although it does use the same
style connection. Feel free to call for additional assistance:
800.315.0030–Crutchfield

Crutchfield says:

Most Sony stereos will work with a steereing wheel control interface
adapter. Keep in mind; the steering wheel control adapters must also be
compatible with the vehicle you plan to use it in. So, we’ll likely have a
compatible adapter but we’ll need the model number of your Sony stereo and
the Year, Make, & Model of your vehicle to be sure. Feel free to call for
additional assistance: 800.315.0030–Crutchfield

Joshua Nelson says:

You look AND sound just like Paul Giamatti!

Crutchfield says:

To retain the factory steering wheel controls in your Altima, you’ll need
the Axxess ASWC-1 integration adapter (Item # 120ASWC1) and a compatible
stereo. You can use the “Filter By” column on the main Crutchfield website
to view the stereos that offer steering wheel integration capability. Feel
free to call for additional assistance: 800.315.0030–Crutchfield

Crutchfield says:

Yes, the Axxess ASWC featured in this video offers both automatic and
manual programming options. If you purchased from Crutchfield, you can
contact our tech support department for assistance. Their toll free number
is printed on the back of your invoice. If you purchased elsewhere and the
retailer will not help, you can contact Metra directly: 800-253-8324.
HTH!–Crutchfield

nivekoch says:

thank you for this video, it’s been helpful.. However i’m stuck on what to
do with the Brown wires on the female end of the 3.5 mm jack. I have a
pioneer that doesnt have the 3.5mm jack on the back like you.. where did
you wire the brown wire into?

Crutchfield says:

@jegaviriac We do offer technical support for our customers via the phone.
Their phone number should be on the back of the invoice that came with the
order. If you do not have that handy, you can call 800.315.0030 for
additional assistance–Crutchfield

neelppatel007 says:

very informative

Crutchfield says:

Assuming your Kenwood is also compatible with the adapter (not all
aftermarket stereos are), any controls you had over the original factory
stereo (volume, channel, source, etc.) would be restored. The trip computer
functions can be retained by grounding a wire from the factory harness. You
will find more info in the “Support” section of the main Crutchfield
website. You can also call for additional assistance:
800.315.0030–Crutchfield

Crutchfield says:

For the steering wheel control interface adapters, you will need to connect
to the factory wiring and the aftermarket stereo. The individual adapters
offer specific instrcutions regarding these connections but , if you
purchased from Crutchfield, our tech support department can assist you.
Their toll free number is printed on the back of your invoice.
HTH!–Crutchfield

Crutchfield says:

If you purchased the equipment from Crutchfield, you can call our tech
support department for assistance. Their toll free number is printed on the
back of your invoice. If you purchased elsewhere and the retailer will not
help, you may want to contact Metra directly: 800.253.8324.
HTH!–Crutchfield

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