The i-dapter CAN-bus steering wheel control adapter is designed for vehicles with compatible factory radio systems. It allows the original OEM radio or navigation system to be replaced with an aftermarket head unit while retaining several important vehicle display and control functions.

Vehicle-specific settings are accessible and displayed through the aftermarket head unit, helping keep the vehicle’s original menu functions available after the stereo upgrade. Steering wheel control buttons are also supported, including vehicles with steering wheel controls and voice dial buttons where compatible.

What does this i-dapter interface do?

This i-dapter will retain several vehicle display functions when the OEM radio or navigation system is replaced with an aftermarket head unit. Vehicle-specific settings are accessible and displayed on the aftermarket stereo, helping retain important factory menu functions after installation.

Steering wheel control buttons are also supported, including compatible vehicles with steering wheel controls and voice dial buttons.

Which functions does this adapter retain?

• Retains steering wheel control functionality
• Allows replacement of the factory radio or navigation system
• Maintains access to vehicle settings through on-screen menus
• Supports OEM rear view camera input where compatible
• Provides outputs for ignition feed 12V, illumination, reverse, speed pulse and park brake
• Supports English, German, Spanish, Italian and French
• Software updateable via USB A extension interface

Which OEM head units are supported?

This interface is suitable for selected vehicles with the following OEM head units, depending on vehicle application, wiring and software:

• Continental 250VP1 OEM head unit
• Continental 250VP2 OEM head unit
• UConnect OEM head unit
• Continental Mopar OEM unit
• Daiichi OEM head unit

What connectors does this interface use?

• Vehicle connector: 52 Pin Fiat
• OEM steering wheel control output: 3.5mm jack / loose wire
• OEM rear view camera output: yellow RCA male
• Software update interface: USB A extension
• System type: CAN Bus

What signal outputs are provided?

• Red: ignition feed 12V / clamp 15
• Orange: illumination 12V / clamp 58
• Purple/white: 12V reverse gear signal
• Pink: speed pulse signal
• Green: GND park brake signal
• Output load capacity is 250 mA maximum.

For current requirements over 250 mA, use relay isolation. One relay requires a coil resistance of 75 Ohm minimum. Two relays require a coil resistance of 150 Ohm minimum.

Does this adapter support the OEM rear view camera?

This adapter supports the OEM rear view camera input where compatible. The rear view camera input must be activated and configured in the aftermarket head unit.

• Purple/white: 12V reverse gear signal
• Ochre RCA male: rear view camera input to aftermarket head unit

The i-dapter settings and visualisation are shown through the aftermarket head unit’s rear view camera input.

If the camera image, i-dapter settings or visualisation are not available, connect an additional GND signal to the RCA outer conductor of the camera and head unit connection.

OEM rear view camera wiring information

For vehicles with an OEM rear view camera connector:

• Red: Pin 31 Video +
• White: Pin 32 Video -
• Black: Pin 33 Shield

How do you access the i-dapter settings?

To access the i-dapter settings, press and hold the track up or track down steering wheel control button.

DIP switch settings must be made without the power connection. Reconnect the interface once the settings have been made.

Please refer to the manual for DIP switch settings for the OEM device and the retrofit head unit manufacturer.

Are all vehicle functions retained?

Not all vehicle functions are supported on every vehicle. Function retention depends on vehicle equipment, factory software, aftermarket head unit software and the range of functions supported by the retrofit stereo.

• Not all vehicle settings are supported
• Not all vehicle functions are supported
• Not all vehicle information is visualised
• High beam assistance is not supported
• Driver assistance system is not supported
• Start/stop function is not adjustable

Trailer Assist, E-Call and other driver assistance or comfort systems may not be supported.

What should be checked before installation?

• Check the vehicle menu for available settings before installation
• Check the function of vehicle settings and vehicle systems before final installation
• Compare the listed OEM head units with the vehicle’s factory radio
• Compare the pictured harness connectors with the connectors in the vehicle
• Make sure the connectors match visually and technically
• Check the installation recommendations for each component

Reimported vehicles or vehicles with different software may be incompatible with some functions.

What's Included

• 43-100 Steering Control Adaptor
• Stereo Patch Lead

Patch lead INCLUDED  for the steering controls depending on the make of radio being fitted.

You have a choice from the following patch leads

• Alpine
• Clarion
• JVC
• Kenwood
• Pioneer
• Sony
• China Units

TECHNICAL NOTE:

• CAR AUDIO FITTING ACCESSORIES ARE SOLD WITH LIMITED INSTRUCTIONS.
• SOME KNOWLEDGE OF CAR AUDIO INSTALLATION IS HELPUL IN CASE A MODIFICATION IN SOME RARE CASES MAY BE NECESSARY OR NEEDED.

IMPORTANT NOTE

• China Branded Headunit, please make sure your unit has 3 wires for connecting the patch lead to the car stereo that you are installing.
   
• Please make sure that is the correct Steering Control Adaptor for your vehicles by firstly checking to see if your make, model and year of car is listed in the advert. Secondly by checking to see if the connection in the picture is the same as you have in your vehicle. If the connection in the car is different from what you see in the picture then this adaptor is NOT suitable.

We try to provide upto date information. If you are unsure about the model number please feel free to contact our customer service and we will be happy to help you selecting correct stalk adaptor for your car.