T able of Contents C H A P T E R Installation Preparation (All Vehicles) Load/Unload Magazine C H A P T E R Dip-Switch Overview (REQUIRED) Acura Audi Ford (Ford, Lincoln, Mercury) GM (Buick, Cadillac, Chevy, GMC, Oldsmobile, Pontiac, Saturn) Chrysler (Jeep, Dodge, Plymouth, Eagle) 12 Honda Toyota...
First Step (For All Vehicles) The first and most important step in using the IPOD2CAR ADAPTER is setting the dip-switches on the black box; this makes the IPOD compatible with the vehicle it is being installed in. The IPOD2CAR ADAPTER will not work if this step is not followed correctly.
This IPOD2CAR ADAPTER, and to the specific cable needed for your car. Browse to the specific section for your vehicle to learn how to set up the IPOD2car and install in your vehicle. Below is an overview of all black box settings.
§ Acura NSX, SLX, and MDX (1996 and Up) – Not Compatible. § Acura’s with navigation are not compatible. Switch to the IPOD2CAR ADAPTER by pressing the CD button on the radio. O P E R A T I O N This step may take up to three minutes.
§ Audi A8 (2003-2004) – Not Compatible. § Audi A6 (2004) – Not Compatible. Once you connect the IPOD2CAR ADAPTER, turn on your radio. A CD icon will appear on the display of your radio showing that the IPOD2CAR ADAPTER is ready to use.
O T H E R S See the next page for a full list of vehicles as well as plug location in each. Switch to the IPOD2CAR ADAPTER by pressing the “CD” button on the radio. O P E R A T I O N To change tracks simply press “Seek <”...
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V E H I C L E Model Year(s) Ford 16-Pin connector behind Radio. Crown Victoria 1995-1997 Premium Audio System RCU (Rear Control Unit) in the trunk. Crown Victoria 1995-1997 JBL / Luxury System Crown Victoria 1998-2003 20-Pin connector behind Radio. Escape 2001-2004 20-Pin connector behind Radio.
V E H I C L E GM (Buick, Cadillac, Chevy, GMC, Pontiac, Saturn) *1995-1999 Radios with built in CD player (Except Corvette) are NOT compatible with the IPOD2CAR ADAPTER. *2000-2004 Radios with built in CD player ARE compatible. Separate OEM CD (1995-2000) must be disconnected to use the IPOD2CAR ADAPTER.
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V E H I C L E Model Year(s) Notes for Buick: Buick Requires GM factory CD data cable part # 12344003 if not pre-wired in trunk. GM-B Cable in trunk. Protocol: E&C Century 1997-2003 GM-B Cable in trunk. Protocol: Class 2 Le Sabre 2000- 2002 Le Sabre...
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Switch to the IPOD2CAR ADAPTER by pressing the “Aux” or “Source” button. To change tracks simply press “Seek <” or “Seek >” Switch to the IPOD2CAR ADAPTER by pressing the “Band” button, until you see XM1. The screen will change to D1 T1 ( Disc 1, Track 1) To change tracks press “Seek <”...
V E H I C L E Chrysler (Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Plymouth, Eagle) Make sure the IPOD2CAR ADAPTER is compatible with your vehicle, Check for “Disc ^” printed on preset button “1”. If you see it, it means that your radio can control the IPOD2CAR ADAPTER.
1992- 1997 – Chrysler New Din cable 1998-2004 – Honda Cable Connects behind the radio Switch to the IPOD2CAR ADAPTER by pressing the “CD” button. O P E R A T I O N To change tracks simply press “Seek <” or “Seek >”...
Cars that need cable part #08695-00370, can only be purchased from Toyota dealerships. Call your nearest Toyota dealership, and ask for the parts dept. Switch to the IPOD2CAR ADAPTER by pressing the “CD” button. O P E R A T I O N...
If you use the VW-FRONT cable make sure you connect the black and white cable to ground If IPOD2CAR is not being recognized, sound is noisy and/or Keys on radio not properly working please Disconnect Ipod2car adapter from trunk, and plug to...
T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G Symptom No Power No Power Alternator noise is heard (Changes with gas) Radio can’t recognize IPOD2CAR ADAPTER Radio can’t recognize IPOD2CAR ADAPTER IPOD2CAR ADAPTER suddenly is not recognized any more Radio can’t recognize IPOD2CAR...
Notices, Warnings, and Warranty Info One Year Limited Warranty The quality controls used in the manufacture of this product ensure your satisfaction. This warranty applies only to the original purchaser of this product from an authorized dealer. This warranty covers any supplied or manufactured parts of this product that, upon inspection by SSI authorized personnel, is found to have failed in normal use due to defects in material or workmanship.
1. Use of headphones while operating an automobile or moving vehicle is not recommended and is unlawful in some countries and areas. 2. Be careful and attentive on the road. Stop operation of the IPOD2CAR ADAPTER if you find it disruptive or distracting while driving. The driver of a motor vehicle should not operate the IPOD2CAR ADAPTER while driving.
FORD Appendix IPOD2CAR ADAPTER Connection 2004 - Town Car, Grand Marquis, Marauder, LS and Ford Crown Vic. 1. Preparing the Ford-12pin Cable Take the Ford 12pin cable and cut off the black 12-pin harness. You will use only the cable and big White 22 pin connector (connects to the black box).
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GM – Corvette Appendix IPOD2CAR ADAPTER Connection to Chevrolet Corvette Most Corvettes are pre-wired to the trunk. In case you can’t find the connector in the trunk, please do the following: 1. Preparing the GM-A Cable Take the GM-A cable and cut off the Black and Red harness, you will then have two cables in your hands.
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GM – Cadillac; Oldsmobile; Buick that use E&C protocol (1995 – 1999 ) - Cable in trunk can’t be found Most 1995 – 1999 Cadillac’s, Oldsmobile’s & Buick’s are pre-wired to the trunk. In case you can’t find the connector in the trunk, please do the following: 1.