DIY : PAC Steering Wheel Interface

[SiConvert887]

So I tried to install this unit (the new blue one) on my Avic Z1 today. I have a 5170 Ohm resistor in between the black and white wires. I am able to get the unit to program and receive input from my steering wheel but the HU does not respond to any input from the SWI. The SWI lights up when I hit the steering wheel and everything.

Does the jack that comes out of the other end plug into anything? Is it used at all? I don't have it hooked into anything as there isn't a plug in the back of the Z1 for me to plug it into and none of the DIY's mention it at all.

Any help would be appreciated!

[bahrain4you]

Originally Posted by SiConvert887

So I tried to install this unit (the new blue one) on my Avic Z1 today. I have a 5170 Ohm resistor in between the black and white wires. I am able to get the unit to program and receive input from my steering wheel but the HU does not respond to any input from the SWI. The SWI lights up when I hit the steering wheel and everything.

Does the jack that comes out of the other end plug into anything? Is it used at all? I don't have it hooked into anything as there isn't a plug in the back of the Z1 for me to plug it into and none of the DIY's mention it at all.

Any help would be appreciated!

Hello, yeah u must plug the jack into your headunit check the rear of the headunit you will find it.

[ebdiam]

Has anyone with PAC installed with a Pioneer Avic had any issues with the PAC itself changing the Sources on the receiver? Mine will automatically just change sources from CD, to FM, to AM all by itself when I am driving.

[Point4Dave]

I've had this installed for about a year now and just recently the Volume Up does not work. every other function does though, any idea's ?

[SiConvert887]

Originally Posted by bahrain4you

Hello, yeah u must plug the jack into your headunit check the rear of the headunit you will find it.

Yeah I found it, forgot to edit my post. The wired remote control jack is there

[MikeW]

Originally Posted by ebdiam

Has anyone with PAC installed with a Pioneer Avic had any issues with the PAC itself changing the Sources on the receiver? Mine will automatically just change sources from CD, to FM, to AM all by itself when I am driving.

I just installed one last weekend with an AVIC X710BT and I'm having issues with the band switching by itself. For example, I'll be on XM1 and then after a few minutes it'll switch to XM2 on it own. I've soldered all connections and I'm using a 5.1k resistor. I've checked the ground connection and it seems solid. I'm really not looking forward to ripping the dash apart again to try to debug this.

[MikeW]

Originally Posted by MikeW

I just installed one last weekend with an AVIC X710BT and I'm having issues with the band switching by itself. For example, I'll be on XM1 and then after a few minutes it'll switch to XM2 on it own. I've soldered all connections and I'm using a 5.1k resistor. I've checked the ground connection and it seems solid. I'm really not looking forward to ripping the dash apart again to try to debug this.

Also, I forgot to mention, I have the mode button programmed to switch bands. What function does your mode button control?

[itsmillz]

Originally Posted by Point4Dave

I've had this installed for about a year now and just recently the Volume Up does not work. every other function does though, any idea's ?

ok i posted this earlier ill post it again the reason it doesnt work as it should is the ecu fights it because basically its a piggy back system u ask how do i kno? well i recently acquired flash pro and once i flashed it i never notice one of the buttons not working basically as i flashed the ecu with the pac connected and i now have no problems i repeat have no problems....

[jerseymike68]

useful sources here

[Lanesky_Si]

will this work with a kenwood kdc-891 deck? is there anything that will?

[pkennedy]

Just wanted to say THANKS!!!

Just installed into my 2006 Civic SI with Kenwood DNX7140 and it works great. I couldn't have done it without this great guide. Thanks again!!!!

[1stCivic09]

Is this device even worth dealing with? I wanted to change my HU and maintain the use of my steering wheel controls but considering all the problems people are having it sounds less and less worthwhile. Opinions anyone?

[muibubbles]

nice write up

[platinumcivic08]

is this only for aftermarket HU or OEM as well. i just purchased a OEM navi and i dont wanna lose the steering wheel controls, do i need a PAC or is there an OEM part?

[1stCivic09]

I got this sucker hooked up. Didn't use the resistor but I don't use the mode button anyway.

[bokyo102]

Got my Pac Swi Jack for my JVC, install was a breeze because of this DIY, all button works, installed the Ipod adapter too. Thanks

[malditoron]

Got the PAC SWI-PS installed but the MODE button doesn't work, what gives? Any ideas?

[malditoron]

Thats w/ a 5100 ohm resistor.

[honda_racer07]

Originally Posted by kicker_jace

Here's my "Do-It-Yourself" install of PAC Steering Wheel Interface for an aftermarket headunit.

Materials & Tools
- PAC SWI-PS (for Pioneer and Sony headunits with Wired Remote Input)
- Electrical tape
- Wire Stripper/Crimper
- 5100 ohm or 5.1 K ohm resistor *green-brown-red-gold order color*
(included in the package)
- Extra Ground wire
- T-Taps or Wire Splicer

Just follow the Diagrams and Picture in connecting the wires.

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If you have questions about the install just PM me.

Thanks to Jza & Quality_Sound for the info.

What's with all the scotch locks the worst connector you could use. Sorry not picking on just you I see them everywhere on 8th. Doesn't anybody know how to solder?
Oh nice DIY by the way.

[malditoron]

Originally Posted by malditoron

Got the PAC SWI-PS installed but the MODE button doesn't work, what gives? Any ideas?

Got the MODE button working. Put a new 5100 ohm + 820 ohm resistor since the mode button ohm resistance is actually rated at 6000 ohm and it started working. Delay time isn't any more noticeable than factory.