Changing stereo system > will steering wheel controls work?
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Changing stereo system > will steering wheel controls work? Well, I want to dump this whole bogus "Monsoon" system in my 98 TA. I can't deal with all these mis-matched components (Aftermarket speakers vs stock Monsoon amp or a head unit that won't work well with anything but Monsoon, etc)
Anyway, it is all going in the dumpster! [All] of it.
Qustion: As you may know, the TAs have steering wheel controls for the stereo (nice touch). With a complete new system, can these controls be made to work, or is it just too much trouble to mess with?
P.S. > I am NOT a automotive audio expert by any stretch of the imagination!
Thanks,
Ron
Anyway, it is all going in the dumpster! [All] of it.
Qustion: As you may know, the TAs have steering wheel controls for the stereo (nice touch). With a complete new system, can these controls be made to work, or is it just too much trouble to mess with?
P.S. > I am NOT a automotive audio expert by any stretch of the imagination!
Thanks,
Ron
Re: Changing stereo system > will steering wheel controls work? Yes, they can be made to work. The only catch is you have to get the part from somewhere (circuit city/Best buy) and it is like $80.
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From: Beamville, VA
Re: Changing stereo system > will steering wheel controls work? As long as your aftermarket HU has an infared remote control, you can purchase the PAC SWI-X which will allow you to retain the SWC and program them for any remote function of the HU. You can purchase one from just about anyone ie:Crutchfield.
Re: Changing stereo system > will steering wheel controls work? Yeah, the PAC is the way to go. I got mine through crutchfield, and I would recommend doing the same since you can call them anytime if you need help finding the correct wires to splice into. It is pretty simple to install and a breeze to program. I love the thing. 
