Thread: Add Ipod to factory head unit??

Originally Posted by blueGT00

i heard it sucks programming the new HU with the steering wheel controls

The issue is that some harness are activated through IR. If you acquire a head unit that allows a direct plug-in for the programmed device vs. line of sight IR then it works much better. Otherwise, you need to make certain that the transmitter and receiver are within a certain proximity and lined up correctly.

I know my Alpine 9887 allowed direct plug in for PAC swi-x or something rather. I believe my current pioneer does as well