AXTC-FOC | Installation Instructions
Learn how to install the Ford SWC (Steering Wheel Control) and Data Interface 2014-2019
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→ Interface Features
◈ Provides accessory power (12-volt 10-amp)
◈ Provides wires for multimedia radios (park brake, reverse, speed sense)
◈ Retains audio controls on the steering wheel
◈ Designed to be compatible with all major radio brands
◈ Auto detects vehicle type, radio connection, and preset controls
◈ Ability to dual assign steering wheel control buttons
◈ Retains memory settings even after battery disconnection or interface removal (non volatile memory)
◈ Provides illumination output
◈ Retains the Headphone AUX-IN jack
◈ USB Micro-B updatable
◈ Retains factory backup camera
→ Interface Components
- AXTC-FOC interface
- LD-SWCX-FOC harness
- 3.5mm adapter
- LD-FD54SWC amplifier step-down
→ Required Tools & Accessories
- Crimping tool and connectors, OR
- Solder gun, solder, and heat shrink
- Tape
- Wire cutter
- Zip-ties
Disconnect the negative battery terminal with the key out of the ignition before installing this product. Ensure all installation connections, especially the airbag indicator lights, are plugged in before reconnecting the battery or cycling the ignition to test this product.
Refer to the instructions included with the aftermarket accessory before installing this device.
Applications
Ford | |
Escape | 2015-2018 (with 8 inch screen) |
Fiesta | 2014-2019 (with 8 inch screen) |
Focus | 2015-2018 (with 8 inch screen) |
Transit full size van | 2014-2019 (with 8 inch screen) |
Connections
LD-SWCX-FOC
Programming
- Open the driver’s door and keep it open during the programming process.
- Cycle the ignition on and wait (5) seconds, or until the factory display screen reads LINE IN.
- Connect the LD-SWCX-FOC harness to the AXTC-FOC interface and then to the wiring harness in the vehicle.
- For (auto*) vehicles: Do not touch the steering wheel controls; the interface will auto-program.
Only applicable if vehicle came with steering wheel controls.
- The LED light will flash Green/Red while the interface programs the radio to the steering wheel controls. Once programmed, the LED light will turn off and produce a pattern identifying the installed radio type.
Only applicable if vehicle came with steering wheel controls
- The LED light will turn off, then quickly flash Green/Red while the interface programs itself to the vehicle. Once programmed, the LED light will turn off again and turn solid Green.
- Cycle the ignition off, then on.
- Test all functions of the installation for proper operation.
Troubleshooting
- If the interface fails to function, press and release the reset button
- Repeat the programming process from Step 4 to try again.
Final LED Feedback
- At the end of programming the LED light will turn Solid Green which indicates programming was successful.
- If the LED light does not turn Solid Green, reference the list below to understand which programming section the problem may stem from.
LED Light | Radio Programming Section | Vehicle Programming Section |
Solid Green | Pass | Pass |
Slow Red Flash | Fail | Pass |
Slow Green Flash | Pass | Fail |
Solid Red | Fail | Fail |
If the LED light shows Solid Green for Pass (indicating everything is programmed correctly), yet the steering wheel controls don’t work, check to ensure that the headphone jack is plugged in and also plugged into the correct jack on the radio.
Once corrected, press the reset button, then program again.
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.
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Contact
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- AXTC-FOC | Installation Instructions
- → Interface Features
- → Interface Components
- → Required Tools & Accessories
- Applications
- Connections
- LD-SWCX-FOC
- Programming
- Troubleshooting
- Final LED Feedback
- Technical Support
- Contact
- Hours (EST)