Steering Wheel Controller | Nissan Titan & Titan XD | 849

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IMPORTANT

This installation guide covers both the AXSWC and AXSWC-2 interfaces. Most information applies to both models, but some sections include details specific to each. Confirm which interface you have—AXSWC or AXSWC-2—before starting installation.

Information that applies to both models refers to the device as the Steering Wheel Controller. When instructions differ, details for the AXSWC and AXSWC-2 are clearly labeled.

Vehicle Installation Instructions

The instructions below will guide you through the installation of the Steering Wheel Controller in your vehicle.

NOTE Though Metra has done extensive research, testing, and verification that the Steering Wheel Control (SWC) wires for the listed vehicles are accurate, it is the installer’s responsibility to verify that the Steering Wheel Control wires are installed correctly. If a discrepancy is found after following all instructions, please notify Technical Support.

Connections

Aftermarket Radio Harness

1. Connect Pin 6 (Black) of the Steering Wheel Controller harness to the Black ground wire of the aftermarket radio.

WARNING The factory wires in the following step must be grounded during installation.

2. Connect Pin 15 of the vehicle's radio harness to Pin 6 of the Steering Wheel Controller harness and the Black ground wire of the aftermarket radio.
3. Connect Pin 12 of the Steering Wheel Controller to the Red accessory wire of the aftermarket radio.

Vehicle Connection(s) to Factory Harness

1. Connect Pin 5 of the Steering Wheel Controller (Gray/Red wire) to Pin 6 of the vehicle's radio harness.
2. Connect Pin 11 of the Steering Wheel Controller (Gray/Blue wire) to the wire in Pin 16 of the vehicle's radio harness.

TIP The connection to this wire will commonly need to be made on the factory harness side of the connector.

WANT TO KEEP YOUR PHONE BUTTONS? In select Nissan vehicles, the On-Hook, Off-Hook, and Push-to-Talk buttons are routed through the factory Bluetooth, which is lost when the OE radio is removed. If you wish to utilize the Bluetooth buttons on the steering wheel with an aftermarket radio, you must bypass the factory Bluetooth module using the Nissan Bluetooth Bypass Instructions below.

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→→ Splicing the Steering Wheel Control Wire to the Connector

TIP At a minimum, the connection point must be protected with a non-conductive tape (such as electrical tape).

Follow the steps below to splice the SWC wire into the connector wire:

1. Locate the wires entering the connector at Pin 6, Pin 15, and Pin 16.

2. Carefully strip away a half-inch section of each wire covering using a wire stripping tool.

3. Twist the following AXSWC wires around the exposed wire section(s) created in Step 2:
1. Pin 6: the Gray/Red SWC wire
2. Pin 15: the Black Chassis Ground wire and the Black SWC wire
3. Pin 16: the Gray/Blue SWC wire

NOTE Ensure the SWC wire is secured to the connector wires.

4. Secure the splice between the connector wires and the SWC wires with non-conductive electrical tape.

WARNING Wire color depicted does not necessarily represent the actual wire color in the vehicle.

SWC 3.5 Jack Connections

For radios with a 3.5mm port located on the rear, plug the male 3.5mm jack directly into the back of the radio.

1. Connect the 3.5mm Jack to the SWC (Steering Wheel Control) input on the back of the radio. This can be achieved through one of the methods detailed in the following sections.

↳ Kenwood/JVC Radios with Single SWC wire

1. Connect the Blue/Yellow wire labeled  Steering Wheel Remote Input to the Brown wire of the female 3.5mm jack.
2. Plug in the male 3.5mm jack into the female 3.5mm jack.

NOTE Kenwood & JVC radios may list their SWC wire as a Marine Remote. Refer to your radio manual if you are unsure. Radios will typically auto-detect as a Kenwood, or need to be force-programmed to a Kenwood radio type (refer to Changing Radio Type below). Contact Technical Support for situations in which the above note isn’t the case.

↳ Kenwood & JVC Radio Troubleshooting

If your Kenwood or JVC radio has the connector displayed below (Figure A) and you experience issues programming the SWC, please review this troubleshooting guide before contacting Technical Support.

Universal 2-Wire Radios

1. Connect the steering wheel control wire, Key-A or SWC-1, to the Brown wire of the connector.
2. Connect the remaining steering wheel control wire, Key-B or SWC-2, to the Brown/White wire of the connector.
3. The SWC (Steering Wheel Controls) functions will need to be programmed within the radio. Refer to Radios with Built-In SWC Menus below.

Universal 3-Wire Radios

1. Connect the steering wheel control wire, Key-A or SWC-1, to the Brown wire of the connector.
2. Connect the remaining steering wheel control wire, Key-B or SWC-2, to the Brown/White wire of the connector.
3. If your aftermarket radio has a KEY/SWC Ground wire, leave it disconnected and test your SWC controls.
4. (Optional) If some SWC functions do not program or function correctly, connect the KEY/SWC Ground to the radio’s ground wire.
5. The SWC (Steering Wheel Controls) functions must be programmed within the radio. Refer to Radios with Built-In SWC Menus below.

Manually Programming the AXSWC

In order to effectively program the AXSWC, the aftermarket radio needs to be (or remain) completely wired. The AXSWC harness should be wired and the (Steering Wheel Control) SWC 3.5mm Jack or SWC wiring should be connected.

WARNING The Manual Programming process only applies to resistive-based steering wheel control vehicles (non-data communication vehicles that do not use the Pink and/or Blue/Pink wires for steering wheel control). If unsure, double check the Connections section above and very that your application does not utilize Pink and/or Blue/Pink wires for installation.

If the automatic programming sequence fails even after following the Troubleshooting steps above, the AXSWC interface may be manually programmed to the vehicle under certain conditions.

Read the steps below in advance to have a clear understanding of what is expected. Manual programming is a timed process. The procedure is broken into two sections for ease and clarity, but the entire process must be completed.

Vehicle Programming

Use the steps below to manually program the interface to the vehicle.

WARNING If more than ten (10) seconds elapses between steps the procedure will abort and you must begin again from Step 1.

1. Cycle the ignition On.

2. Press and hold the Reset button † in the interface for approximately fifteen (15) seconds, or until the LED in the interface slowly flashes Red/Green.

3. Release the Reset button.
4. Press and hold the Volume Up button on the steering wheel until the light turns solid Green, then release. The LED will go out, indicating Volume Up has now been programmed.

NOTE If the light doesn’t turn solid Green after seven (7) seconds, there may be a problem with the vehicle’s Volume Up button.

5. Press and hold the Volume Down button on the steering wheel until the LED turns solid Green, then release. The LED will go out indicating Volume Down has been programmed.

6. Continue from Seek Up/Next using the Manual Programming Legend below to reference the order in which the steering wheel control buttons must be programmed.

NOTE If a function in the legend is not present on the steering wheel, press the Volume Up button on the steering wheel until the light turns solid Green, then release. This will force the interface to skip that function.

7. After the final steering wheel control button has been programmed, press and hold the Volume Up button on the steering wheel until the light flashes slowly Red/Green, then release.

Radio programming

Use the steps below to manually program the interface to the radio.

8. Press and hold the Volume Down button on the steering wheel until the light rapidly flashes Red/Green, then release.

9. After approximately four (4) seconds the LED will go out for several seconds. The light will then flash Red up to twenty-four (24) times depending on which radio is installed.

10. (Optional) If the Red flashes do match the radio installed: press and hold the Volume Up button on the steering wheel until the LED turns solid Red, then release. Repeat this step for the desired radio number selected. *Reference the Radio Legend below.
11. Press and hold the Volume Down button on the steering wheel until the LED turns solid Red.

The manual programming process is complete. Test the steering wheel controls for proper functionality.

→ Manual Programming Legend

→ Radio Legend

Keynotes

Some vehicles may not retain certain steering wheel control commands. Non-audio commands may or may not be recognized, such as Bluetooth or Menu commands. Known vehicles are GM vehicles with OnStar, and Ford vehicles with SYNC.

Aftermarket radios without Bluetooth capability will not recognize PTT (push to talk) or On/Off Hook commands. However, these buttons may be able to be manually programmed for other commands. Contact the radio Manufacturer for specific commands the radio will recognize.

Additional Instructions, Feedback, & Troubleshooting

IMPORTANT Select your Product Version (AXSWC or AXSWC-2) below for additional instructions, feedback information, and troubleshooting specific to your SWC interface version.

NOTE If you’ve exhausted every troubleshooting step offered, contact Technical Support.

Technical Support

TIP If you encounter any difficulties during installation please carefully review the instructions and ensure that the installation was performed exactly as instructed.

Our dedicated team is here to provide you with expert assistance and guidance. Whether you're troubleshooting an installation, seeking product information, or looking for technical advice, we're committed to ensuring your experience with Metra Electronics products is seamless and satisfying.

WARNING Before contacting Metra Technical Support, ensure the vehicle is in a ready state to perform troubleshooting steps.

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On this page

• Steering Wheel Controller | Nissan Titan & Titan XD | 849
• Vehicle Installation Instructions
• Connections
• Aftermarket Radio Harness
• Vehicle Connection(s) to Factory Harness
• Nissan Bluetooth Bypass Instructions
• →→ Splicing the Steering Wheel Control Wire to the Connector
• SWC 3.5 Jack Connections
• ↳ Kenwood/JVC Radios with Single SWC wire
• ↳ Kenwood & JVC Radio Troubleshooting
• Universal 2-Wire Radios
• Universal 3-Wire Radios
• Manually Programming the AXSWC
• Vehicle Programming
• Radio programming
• → Manual Programming Legend
• → Radio Legend
• Keynotes
• Resetting the Steering Wheel Controller
• Additional Instructions, Feedback, & Troubleshooting
• Technical Support
• Contact
• Hours (EST)