What is key1 and key2 wires for?
Key 1 and 2 are used for steering wheel control as well as some other applications like radios. You need to connect the key 1 or key 2 with the original steering wheel control wire. The button light control wire is referred to as “Illum” wire.
Can a radio be installed without a steering wheel?
Marcus, as long as you purchased the correct harness for your vehicle, you should get full functionality from your radio (without steering wheel controls). Retrace your installation steps and recheck all of your connections to make sure they are secure.
Do you need audio adapter for steering wheel?
One of the problems with replacing your factory radio with a new receiver, is that those handy audio controls built into the steering wheel won’t work anymore. The way to solve this dilemma is to install an adapter for the steering wheel audio controls, which we offer at a discount when you buy a compatible stereo.
How do you install a steering wheel control adapter?
I popped off the top panel, then removed a couple of screws and pulled off the main dash panel exposing the radio. Then four more screws out from the side of the radio and it’s free. Now I can get to all the wiring.
Where do the wires go on a steering wheel?
I looked at my harness, and it has 3 open slots in the plug to the SIR coil, so can it be as easy as picking up a pigtail and adding the wires to the other harness? Could any of you who have a harness handy check it out and let me know what wires go to the radio controls and where on the plug they go? Thanks! P.S.
Can a steering wheel be used with a new stereo?
It’s relatively easy to retain your truck’s steering wheel audio controls when you install a new stereo. When you enter your vehicle information, our database will choose the adapter you need to make your factory steering wheel controls work with your new receiver. These adapters also get discounted when you buy them with a new stereo.
Is there a way to retain steering wheel controls?
Another cool thing about this harness is that it can retain your steering wheel controls by simply flipping a switch to the corresponding number on the harness that matches the radios brand. Will I Still Have My Rear Seat Entertainment After the Install?
What are the ratings for steering wheel control?
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Where can I get a car stereo kit?
The Dash kit I provide is made by a company called Metra and it has the complete dash assembly and dis-assembly instructions in a step by step format to help you out! If you have any other questions check out our car stereo installation page!