I've searched the threads and don't find any reference to connecting the dash volume/seek/search contols on my 93 SHO to an after market stereo. I want to replace the factory Radio Cassette with a fairly reasonable Radio Cd player, but would really like to have the dash control work with the new unit. Any help is appreciated.
Can I use Dash control with aftermarket stereo
- Thread starter reedssho
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SHOspazz92
Banned
Nope.
-Sam
-Sam
kevinspann
Don't take my advice.
You can, but you need an adapter. You would have to get one that works with the brand of radio you have (Pioneer, Kenwood, etc.) and I recall the radio also needs a wired remote input, but most do.
Just google search PAC steering wheel control adapters.
Just google search PAC steering wheel control adapters.
SHOspazz92
Banned
I was under the impression that was some only some very early headunits that had the capability to work with Ford Dash controls.
Either way, listen to Spann.
-Sam
Either way, listen to Spann.
-Sam
jelloslug
Digital
Any Ford Premium sound or higher radio that will fit the stock hole will work with the controls. You can also get a PAC like Kevin said for the specific model of aftermarket radio that you are going to install.
hawkeye18
Sorta cares
Without an adapter of some sort, there is no way to make it work. There are adapters, though, that will make them work. Basically, they work like a Learning remote control. They output signals that various brand HUs will understand (Pioneer, Alpine, Sony, etc.), and you teach the unit what the inputs are.
The factory aux controls work by placing various resistance values on a single wire. You basically set the adapter to learn an action (say, VOL up) by putting the adapter in VOL UP learn mode, then hitting that button on the factory controls. The adapter will detect that resistance level and remember it.
The adapter's about $50 IIRC (it's been a few years since I looked at them), and each brand HU has a different part number adapter, so make sure you get the right one.
Anything's possible with electronics!
