PAC RP4-VW11 Wiring Interface
Shawn from Richmond, CA on 4/23/2025
2003 Volkswagen Jetta
Fairly easy to install and I'm lov9ng the retention of my steering wheel controls. Programing them with the box took a few tries but once I figured it out everything works great!
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Fernando from Cincinnati, OH on 3/30/2025
2004 Volkswagen Touareg
Play and play all connections are seamlessly put together
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Leobardo from LA VERNIA, TX on 2/22/2025
Well this harness help me with my problem with my 2012 vw Jetta when the ignition is off the radio won't turn off is still on i have a Kenwood radio
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Great product that there was support for it
rob from MESA, AZ on 2/5/2025
This product might be a good product if they had the customer support the back it I've been waiting 2 weeks for them to contact me back with simple questions I had about this product and nobody from the company has gotten back to me I wouldn't buy anything Stinger pac or any products under that umbrella cause customer support is terrible
Pros: Don't know it stopped working
Cons: Can't get in contact with the company to figure out why it stopped working because they put you on hold for 30 minutes and then you're so tired of being on hold for 30 minutes you up for a call back and nobody ever calls you back pretty crappy company remember stinger pack and everything under that umbrella
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Richard from Arlington, WA on 9/24/2024
2014 Volkswagen GTI
Worked exactly as advertised and easy to hook up.
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Olen from Topeka, KS on 4/23/2024
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Didn't work
Richard from Olympia, WA on 3/15/2024
2008 Volkswagen R32
This item didn't work. I even pulled out the instructions and followed the programming guide to ensure it was configured for my new radio and vehicle. Reprogrammed the buttons on the steering wheel and they still don't work. oh well...
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Jason from Stacy, MN on 3/8/2024
2010 Volkswagen Touareg
Working great. Makes install so much easier.
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Billy from MURFREESBORO, TN on 2/27/2024
2013 Volkswagen Beetle
Worked flawlessly to set up steering wheel controls and reverse cam without having to run separate wires.
Pros: easy install
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Great Interface
Nicholas from Freehold, NJ on 2/2/2024
Interface works great with my steering wheel controls. Also used the ready harness service with this. Made instal faster and clean!
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Great unit, poor programming instructions
Calvin from Mccomb, OH on 1/12/2024
2003 Volkswagen Passat
Out of the box with the default settings it worked perfectly. I wanted to program it a different way to use both long and short press buttons but the instructions were very vague and I gave up. I'm sure if I had called Crutchfield's tech support they would have got me through it but I decided it wasn't really worth it.
Pros: Works great in default program
Cons: Could not figure out how to make additional programming with the instructions included.
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Christopher from San Diego, CA on 12/17/2023
2011 Volkswagen Golf
Perfect fit. Definitely needed for seamless installation.
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Joel from Orrville, OH on 12/13/2023
2004 Volkswagen Jetta
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Bradley from Winter Park, FL on 12/5/2023
2011 Volkswagen Jetta
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Best option for simply retaining steering wheel controls.
Sam from Kent, WA on 12/3/2023
2015 Volkswagen Jetta
Good works out the box. not too hard to connect. Allows for no cut install do all the the wire splicing etc out of car . Great for krrping DIY install as simple as possible while retaining stock Steering wheel controls. Also has wiring for navigation.
Pros: Comes with all the wiring required, Unlike others. That charge extra for each harness needed.
Cons: proprietary cable required for update
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PAC RP4-VW11 Wiring Interface
Matt from MEQUON, WI on 7/6/2023
2014 Volkswagen Beetle
This think rocks, it really made the install nice to keep the steering wheel controls intact. This was especially important due to the new head unit not having a physical volume knob anymore. Keeping the volume etc on the wheel was critical.
Pros: Does exactly what it says
Cons: None, just follow the instructions!
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get it
Robert from Saint Johns, FL on 3/22/2023
2014 Volkswagen Passat
Plug and play... the savings of time and making sure it all works makes gettngn this a no brainer
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Joseph from Dothan, AL on 1/5/2023
2004 Volkswagen Touareg
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Thad from Ballwin, MO on 10/20/2022
2014 Volkswagen CC
Amazingly easy installation. Worked right out of the box.
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Wiring harness for Boss radio and back up camera
Steve from FAIRFIELD, CT on 10/16/2022
2015 Volkswagen Jetta
I bought this and paid for Crutchfield to pre-assemble the antenna and new back up camera bundles with this and it is awesome! This was a seamless plug and play with the Boss BE7ACP radio. I only had to strip and install a ground wire in the trunk for the back up camera as well as the constant power at the radio for the camera. Everything was labeled and plugged together like it was OEM. No programming and everything worked from the start including steering wheel controls. Couldn't have asked for anything easier.
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2012 Passat
Jeff from Belton, MO on 10/16/2022
2012 Volkswagen Passat
Works exactly as advertised. Retained all steering wheel controls. The instructions were very helpful.
Pros: Works
Cons: None
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PAC RP4-VW11 Wiring Interface
Ziro from Sunapee, NH on 9/30/2022
2013 Volkswagen Jetta
Easy install with the Ready Harness. Steering wheel controls work good on my 2013 Jetta w Fender audio.
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Does its job well enough
Nathan from WICHITA, KS on 9/28/2022
2013 Volkswagen Passat
Works like you would expect in my 2013 VW Passat SEL but I would've like to retain some of the audio information in my gauge cluster display. Steering wheel controls all work as would be expected. My biggest concern is that when contacting the red and white(parking brake signal) form the wiring interface to the yellow and blue (parking brake safety) from my Alpine head unit, it wouldn't work. I called Crutchfield and a nice lady told me to connect the yellow and blue from the head unit directly to a brown and yellow wire going into the parking brake switch itself. Accessing this switch is easy enough with one torx screw and the whole side of the center console comes off.
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Jacobo from San Diego, CA on 9/13/2022
2010 Volkswagen CC
incredibly easy, anyone can do the job with the tools Crutchfield provides.
Pros: novice to expert, this is the way to go.
Cons: you have to purchase it...
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PAC RP4-VW11 Wiring Interface
Allan from Bonners Ferry, ID on 8/5/2022
2003 Volkswagen Jetta
This is the best interface I have come across for VW. Works perfectly with my 2003 Jetta and my 2005 Passat. Instructions were complete and precise. All of the wires are color coded to connect to the new stereo's wire harness. The interface just plugs into the car's wiring harness, no need to cut wires and resplice. I fried 2 others before I came across this one. It is one of the main reason's I purchased my stereo from Crutchfields, that and the promised support if required (which I never required). This interface can be re-programed to expand the functionality of the steering wheel controls if desired. I never bothered, I was just happy the SWC worked just like OEM.
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Joseph from Florence, AZ on 7/18/2022
2015 Volkswagen Passat
It was just the connection I needed for the job!
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Tony from Hanna, IN on 5/12/2022
2003 Volkswagen Jetta
Pretty good, works as it's designed, maybe offer a option without the steering wheel control adapter, so it's just the wire harness
Pros: Works very good
Cons: A little pricey
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Nicholas from Ceres, CA on 5/5/2022
2013 Volkswagen GTI
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Andrew from Spencerville, IN on 5/2/2022
2015 Volkswagen Passat
Works perfectly! Can use my factory steering wheel controls with the aftermarket stereo.
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Pamela from Charleston, SC on 4/22/2022
As a first time installer I am so glad I paid the extra money to have this interface already wired for me. Made it so much easier.
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Walker from Archer, FL on 4/5/2022
2014 Volkswagen Passat
Good product easy installation
Pros: Simple install
Cons: Doesn't use existing vehicle microphone
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Something wrong
Christopher from Sanders, KY on 4/4/2022
2014 Volkswagen Beetle
Not fully functional with a 2014 VW Beetle, windows stay down after turning off the vehicle, BLUETOOTH not working, Navigation not working, 3 fault lights are on vehicle.
Pros: Only things working properly are the FM radio and CD player.
Cons: 2 left over connections on the vehicle that should be connected.
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Works great
Melissa from Denham Springs, LA on 3/29/2022
2012 Volkswagen Jetta
Easy plug and play. Working great on my 2012 vw Jetta and pioneer avh-bt200. Headunit
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Come for the products, stay for the service
Taylor from Durham, NC on 2/25/2022
The absolute best customer service, ever! Clean install and works as expected.
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Daniel from Mcminnville, OR on 2/20/2022
2011 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen
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Zack from Boynton Beach, FL on 1/14/2022
2008 Volkswagen GTI
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Steering wheel cover
Crutchfield customer from Lynbrook, NY on 1/2/2022
2006 Volkswagen GTI
Works great with all functions on my steering wheel
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Crutchfield customer from Kansas City, MO on 12/27/2021
2008 Volkswagen Touareg 2
Works perfectly. If you need help, you can also refer to the manual that is sent to you via email.
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Crutchfield customer from Floresville, TX on 11/28/2021
2013 Volkswagen GTI
Perfect fit and function. Worked as described.
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PAC RP4-VW11 Wiring Interface
Crutchfield customer from Fontana, CA on 11/22/2021
2015 Volkswagen Jetta
works perfect, easy install with detailed instructions provided
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Crutchfield customer from Monroe, NC on 11/14/2021
2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
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Crutchfield customer from Mifflintown, PA on 11/3/2021
2012 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen
Easy wiring it up, instructions were super clear. Overall a great product !
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Crutchfield customer from Guerneville, CA on 10/27/2021
2011 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen
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Crutchfield customer from Las Vegas, NV on 10/18/2021
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Crutchfield has no equal!
Crutchfield customer from Green Lake, WI on 9/11/2021
2013 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen
Crutchfield solved my problems with my VW install. Don't fall victim when it comes to these complex vehicles! No more dead batteries or blown fuses. Steering wheel controls and antenna work perfectly. Looking forward to tackling some speakers and camera next! Of course the customer service was top notch as well, chatting with a specialist online to make sure I was getting what I needed. Thank you Crutchfield.
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PAC RP4-VW11
Crutchfield customer from Edmond, OK on 7/3/2021
Well worth the cost. Made installation a breeze.
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Crutchfield customer from Austin, TX on 5/19/2021
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Worth the addition
Crutchfield customer from Lincoln, NE on 5/6/2021
2012 Volkswagen Jetta
Wired right up, the available wiring diagrams Crutchfield makes easily accessible made confirming a couple connections so easy. Instructions are fairly detailed and seems to provide what you need. Was happy steering controls still work
Pros: easy to wire in and adjust.
Cons: Boss stereo was not mentioned in the instructions, even in the "other" but I tried that and it seemed to work. Just made me wonder if I was setting it correctly.
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Crutchfield customer from Saginaw, MI on 5/4/2021
2012 Volkswagen Passat
Took away most of the guess work installing an aftermarket radio in my 2012 passat. Installation is not very hard if you're somewhat handy with electrical stuff. Wouldn't rely much on the manufacturer's installation guide because it's very vague. Has been installed now for a couple of weeks and still works well. There is a slight lag in the steering wheel controls from time to time but not a huge issue.
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Crutchfield customer from Covington, KY on 4/26/2021
2006 Volkswagen Passat
fixed my customers problem and was a breeze to install
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Albion
Terry from Albion on 4/5/2021
2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse
I got this for my 06 Jetta with monsoon and not getting power to it at all I plug factory stereo back in and boom it powers on and works just fine
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Kirk from Saint Louis, MO on 3/31/2021
2014 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen
Works great. I also paid the extra cost to have Crutchfield prewire everything as much as they could, worth every penny and saved me a ton of hassle. Everything clipped right into the factory harness and my new receiver.
Pros: Simple and easy to install
Cons: A bit pricey
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Crutchfield customer from Eureka, CA on 3/14/2021
2014 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen
Worked great on my 2014 VW Jetta, was able to retain the volume controls on the steering wheel
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Crutchfield customer from Urbana, OH on 3/9/2021
Clean install and kept the car's functions. Highly recommend paying $25 to have Crutchfield splice your harnesses together.
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Bryan from ELIZABETHTOWN, KY on 1/23/2021
2014 Volkswagen Jetta
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Perfect device for maintaining your steering wheel controls.
Crutchfield customer from Godfrey, IL on 12/31/2020
2015 Volkswagen Beetle
Easy installation without the need to customize programming and maintain all steering wheel controls. You also have the ability to customize the programming if needed.
Pros: Quick installation No need for customized programming Easily interfaces with factory and after market sources
Cons: None
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Crutchfield customer from San Diego, CA on 10/26/2020
2014 Volkswagen Passat
Perfect fit. Spend the extra dough to get the pre-wiring done by Crutchfield. It is well worth it!
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PAC RP4-VW11 Wiring Interface
Crutchfield customer from Salt Lake City, UT on 9/29/2020
2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
Preserves all the steering wheel controls, just as advertised! I paid for the custom wiring harness service...well worth every penny!
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Crutchfield customer from Temple Hills, MD on 9/26/2020
2014 Volkswagen CC
The items purchased were fine however, I had to return them all because what I purchased did not accommodate my vehicle features.
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Super Easy Installation
Crutchfield customer from Billings, MT on 9/24/2020
2004 Volkswagen Passat
Made the self installation extremely easy. I highly recommend it.
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Don't try to install without this
Crutchfield customer from Palo Alto, CA on 9/22/2020
2011 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen
This made the installation easy, fast and flawless. I got this for a 2011 VW Jetta - it is basically the only way to get the CAN bus to tell the radio to turn on and off (also the backup camera, steering wheel controls to work). The directions were easy yo follow (I wired this myself - if you are not so handy they will wore it for you).
Pros: It make everything work
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Great for Touareg
Crutchfield customer from Palm Harbor, FL on 9/21/2020
2006 Volkswagen Touareg
Price point is really high, but the product works and made wiring my new radio into my Touareg a breeze.
Pros: Works, seamless integration into vehicle
Cons: Expensive
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Disappointed in the actual functions
Crutchfield customer from Charleston, SC on 7/14/2020
2006 Volkswagen Jetta
For the price, this could be better. I was under the impression all my steering wheel controls would work when in fact this harness only keeps the volume and voice command buttons operational. Also, for the price tag, I also thought the display in the instrument cluster would still work and it does not. I am not sure I would spend this much again just to have volume adjustment on my steering wheel.
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Dont know why they sold me this??
Crutchfield customer from Council Bluffs, IA on 6/16/2020
2015 Volkswagen Passat
Have no clue why Crutchfield sold this to me I dont have anywhere to plug this into. Was supposed to help me keep my steering wheel controls but like I said have no where to plug this into.
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Crutchfield customer from Blue Springs, MO on 5/7/2020
2005 Volkswagen Jetta
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Crutchfield customer from South Bend, IN on 5/6/2020
2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser
As described, allowing me to keep my factory controls was a huge plus. Crutchfield identified the parts need to make my install as easy as 1,2,3.
Pros: Crutchfield identification of everything you need to do the install makes buying a breeze.
Cons: None
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Retains factory steering wheel controls
Ryan from Port Orchard, WA on 5/5/2020
2008 Volkswagen R32
Paired with a Sony XAV-AX1000. Install is straight forward with provided documents. Steering wheel controls work but one issue with arrows (up/down) change the radio station and the information display for the car (i.e. to view Live MPG, Average MPG, Distance remaining, etc..) -- a minor inconvenience. The buttons can be custom programmed but have not tried that yet. If you don't like dealing with pairing wires I would suggest having the harnesses pre-paired -- this took me around 30-40 minutes.
Pros: Steering wheel controls for volume work which is what I was after.
Cons: With basic setup the arrow buttons on my steering wheel change the radio station AND the driver information center display. This only happen with Radio stations and not while playing from my iPhone which is strange.
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Great product
Crutchfield customer from Minneapolis, MN on 4/16/2020
2008 Volkswagen Touareg 2
Equipment worked perfectly on my 08 Touareg. Install was relatively simple for me.
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Worth the price
Joaquin from MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA on 4/5/2020
2012 Volkswagen Passat
This made installing the head unit into my 2012 Passat incredibly easy. I strongly recommend paying for the ready harness service from Crutchfield. Once I received it all I had to do was plug it into my car's harness and then plug this into the back of the head unit. It took seconds. Do not forget to unplug the Bluetooth adapter from your stock system.
Pros: Retains functionality for steering wheel controls.
Cons: Lost metadata information on MFD screen.
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It works
Crutchfield customer from Price, UT on 2/18/2020
2011 Volkswagen Jetta
It works kinda a pain in the a** to get it there
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PAC RP4-VW11 Wiring Interface
Crutchfield customer from Dayton, OH on 1/21/2020
The harness matched my radio perfect! 10 minute job
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Crutchfield customer from Bossier City, LA on 1/16/2020
2011 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen
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Good product for up to 2014 VW
Crutchfield customer from Oklahoma City, OK on 1/15/2020
2015 Volkswagen Passat
I'm sure it works well. I wired it in and it looked like the connections were proper. But this is adapter is only for UP TO 2014. It did not work on my 2015 Passat. Crutchfield did a good job of sending me out a different manufactures product to resolve the issue.
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Crutchfield customer from Minneapolis, MN on 10/2/2019
2007 Volkswagen Passat
has everything I need for installation. Takes all of the guess work out of installing a radio, I even had the worlds most ornery mechanic install it and he actively said he loved it, he never likes aftermarket stuff.
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Crutchfield customer from Fort Myers, FL on 8/26/2019
2014 Volkswagen Beetle
Worked for the most part. Interface not a perfect match to VW, could not read the parking brake signal to unlock radio setup. Had to contact Mfr for workaround.
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Plug and Play
Crutchfield customer from Minneapolis, MN on 8/15/2019
2006 Volkswagen Passat
I haven't installed a stereo in over 25 years - I don't think they made stuff like this back then. Not having to deal with a soldering iron or shrink-wrap made this a 20 minute install start to finish with no rework.
Pros: Dead simple to install
Cons: none
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2011 Jetta Sportswagen
Crutchfield customer from Severna Park, MD on 7/24/2019
2011 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen
This made something that might have been very complicated easy to install, thanks for the new radio!
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Crutchfield customer from Adelanto, CA on 7/20/2019
2014 Volkswagen Passat
Installed on 2014 VW Passat. Simple plug/play. Set the dial to the # code to the one that applies to the installed head unit, install all plugs, and listen to your music! The PAC I received already had the updated firmware. Everything OEM works, including volume control on the left side of steering wheel and the digital information on the gauge cluster.
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Worked
Graeme from Murfreesboro, TN on 4/19/2019
2012 Volkswagen Beetle
Tied in steering wheel control for 2012 beetle. Went smoothly connecting to harness.
Pros: Easy unit to install on alpine head unit Retains steering wheel control functionality
Cons: Had to program the steering wheel buttons to match controls. The programming instructions were not as easy to follow. But was able to figure it out.
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Crutchfield customer from Alpharetta, GA on 12/30/2018
2011 Volkswagen Jetta
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Does It's Job
Ed from Westchester, NY on 10/15/2018
2006 Volkswagen GTI
It's a steering wheel control (SWC) that works fine for my 2006 VW GTI MKV. The one I received was one firmware update behind the latest version. Unfortunately, firmware updates require the purchase of an additional $40-$50 dongle and connection to a Windows PC to apply the update.
Pros: Integrates steering wheel controls on my 2006 VW GTI MKV. Default SWC values for radio brand selected work well. Can utilize short and long presses for each button to control two functions. Periodic firmware updates available.
Cons: Firmware updates require purchase of another $40-$50 dongle and connection to a Windoze PC.
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Jacob from Newton, KS on 6/30/2018
2006 Volkswagen Passat
I was able to retain my steering wheel controls without too many problems
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Miguel from Louisiana, MO on 4/30/2018
2014 Volkswagen Jetta
Funciona de maravilla no perdí las funciones del votante y fue muy fácil.
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Crutchfield customer from Plymouth Mtng, PA on 12/17/2017
2007 Volkswagen Passat
Adapter works OK and basic connections for power and ground all work as they should. My only disappointment is that in my application (a Red screen 2007 Passat), only the steering wheel controls for volume work properly. Although the track up/down arrows do control the head unit, they also control the screen in the cluster at the same time (scrolling through your mpgs etc when you don't want to, or changing the track when you want to check your mpgs). You can un-program it, but that means you still spent more money just to be able to control volume only. Although the description of the product does tell you this, it is somewhat hidden in the details page among a lot of other information. It would have been nice to have it tell me this limitation on the screen where it asks if you want the basic or the upgraded interface. The information is in the details screen, and I entered my car info, so the ordering system should be able to combine the two and give buyers these details more obviously before they purchase and are surprised and disappointed after the fact.
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Kyle from Michigan on 6/7/2017
2010 Volkswagen GTI
Works well. Does what it is supposed to do.
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Worked Great
AJ from Pasadena, MD on 3/12/2017
2004 Volkswagen Touareg
Used on a Volkswagen Touareg 2004. Worked great and kept steering wheel volume controls. Very important to read the instructions.
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Crutchfield customer from Palo Alto, CA on 2/2/2017
2012 Volkswagen Passat
installed as a package w/alpine receiver and works perfectly
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BryanG from Texas on 1/18/2016
2011 Volkswagen Jetta
I've only had this hooked up a few days but so far it's working well enough. There wasn't a ton of information in the manual, but I was able to follow a few different online videos on installation to get it done in a reasonable amount of time. My SWC maybe don't operate correctly 100% of the time but it's still effective (I may hit volume up 5x and it goes up 3 type thing). Another review on a 2011 Jetta explained that the phone button in the steering wheel won't work but he also talks about how the PAC can be reprogrammed to work with your buttons. I have no idea how that works. Maybe ask that guy.
Pros: Steering Wheel Controls mostly work. Installation is reasonable.
Cons: I believe it's made for multiple vehicle manufacturers so it's not 100% perfect on the VW Jetta.
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Middle of the road
ArwinR from Indiana on 1/18/2016
2008 Volkswagen R32
So far this unit did what I needed. The steering wheel volume and phone buttons work fine. Although I was able to complete the installation on the first try with no errors, the instructions left much to be desired. The "schematic" in the instructions was useless. The instruction sheet says the Retained Accessory Power would work, but it doesn't. I contacted the company and they said this was a cut and paste error in the instructions. My car doesn't have an accessory position for the ignition. If I ever need to do a firmware update on the head unit, I'll have to do it with the car running. According to Kenwood a firmware update can take 30 minutes. In that time the headlights might drain the battery since they would be on with the ignition switch in the on position. From time to time the volume at the head unit is louder than where I left it when I start the car. Maybe it is a problem with the head unit, but I doubt it. If these limitations aren't a concern to you then this accessory would be worth buying. For me I think MAYBE it wasn't worth it.
Pros: The volume and phone buttons work.
Cons: Poor installation instructions No Retained Accessory Power despite claim in the instruction sheet Possible bogus volume setting when the car is started
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Easy to Install
Alex91906 from California on 12/7/2015
Very easy to install it only took me about one hour to do the installation, they are a lot of wires but you don't need to all of them just follow the instruction and with a little common since and get it done like a pro.
Pros: Easy for a DIY.
Cons: NONE
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Does the job
Dave A from Connecticut on 9/14/2015
2012 Volkswagen Jetta
Works just like it should, just make sure you read all the directions :-)
Pros: Easy install
Cons: Blue control box is kind of hidden in the packaging. It is smaller than you think and I originally thought it was missing.
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great product
J from North Carolina on 4/20/2015
2010 Volkswagen Jetta
Great unit and makes install straight forward and easy! Just match the wiring to instructions and good to go.
Pros: Easy to install and good product
Cons: If you have to re-program it may be a little time consuming but for Clarion is was great.
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Not sure
KC from E, connecticut on 3/10/2015
2011 Volkswagen Jetta
Not sure on this, at first every working great, but now the buttons on steering wheel not responding
Pros: Easy to setup
Cons: but lack of instructions - had to research where the Blue/green wire goes, steering wheel buttons not responding at times
1 of 1 found this helpful
works great
Crutchfield customer from savoy, il on 3/9/2015
2006 Volkswagen Jetta
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PAC RP4-VW11 Wiring Interface
Rob T from Peru,New York on 2/20/2015
2002 Volkswagen Passat
This is a great way to still have steering wheel controls with an updated stereo.
Pros: Was very easy to hook up and works great.
Cons: Had to call tech on a couple of wires but they were a great help and had it in within an hour.
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Confusing Instructions
More Details Needed from South Carolina on 2/16/2015
2007 Volkswagen GTI
Requiring this option to retain controls from a factory perspective should include details as to what each connection is for. The instructions sent are basic gives you high level descirptions but detail oriented people such as myself would have a much easier time following the instructions if more details were included.
Pros: Retains factory functions
Cons: No detailed instructions, what is sent may make sense to someone who installs these daily but for the one time installer, mass confusion for connecting to a different harness and in vehicle.
1 of 1 found this helpful
2010 VW Sportwagen
Davek from Ohio on 2/11/2015
2010 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen
Adapter kit
Pros: Plenty of wire to allow splicing
Cons: Instructions not completely clear.
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PAC RP4-VW11
Barry B. from Santa Monica Ca on 1/20/2015
2007 Volkswagen GTI
This was very difficult to set up you have to veiw a light that is very hard to see then you have to press a series of buttons in a certain order then when you ge everything done and you have to make a revision and you disconnect your battery then you have to go thru the programming again
Pros: none
Cons: as mentioned in the review
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Terrible quality control
Liam from California on 12/9/2014
2004 Volkswagen Jetta
I would give .0000001 Stars. two of these were shipped to me and both were bad before I ever got them. There seems to be a lack of quality control. It has taken more than a month and the stereo I bought is still not in and working due to the failure of this simple part. After being assured repeatedly that I needed this item, the tech after several phone calls tells me there is a much less expensive and better suited modle for my car. I never needed steering controls because my car does not have them. What a waste of time.!
Pros: DOn't know any , never got a working model.
Cons: No Quality control . The tech admitted they do not test them before sending them out. They really may not be necessary for your car, it seems like a scam to get more of your money. I doubt they will ever print this review.
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Great Fit...However, an easy fix for VW should be included
Ches from Phoenix, AZ on 11/25/2014
2004 Volkswagen Jetta
Excellent product. Wire to wire hookup is a breeze. However, you have to attach the power antenna wire even if you do not have a power antenna in your VW. This will serve as your AM antenna. I did not know that so I had it all done and I switched it over to AM to listen to a game. Just static. I called customer service. To Crutchfield's credit, they answered the phone immediately and answered it clearly and I was able to correct the mistake. But what gets me is that the customer service rep says he gets this call all of the time. Well, if numberous customers make this mistake (and it is an easy one to make, I don't have a power antenna so I do not connect those wires), include something in the directions. You know the make, model, and year of the vehicle. When the order is placed and the directions are printed, at a page for the VW power antenna being the AM radio booster. One sentence...happier customers.
Pros: color coding makes it easy
Cons: Power antenna means AM radio booster in VW.
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Perfect Fit...but
colnago888 from White Rock, BC on 11/11/2014
This was a recommended harness which is supposed to work perfectly with your existing VW MKV electronics including the steering wheel controls (SWC). Minimalist in design and fairly easy to use. The module which has switches depending on the make/model of the stereo works with just about every model out there. First impression with my first install is good as I have not re-programmed any of my SWC. There are instructions with the RP4, but it is for experienced installers and not the average DIY person. Again, Crutchfield Tech Support is there to help out if you need them. Not sure how this compares with the others (ENFIG, etc).
Pros: Simple and minimalist in design. Instruction manual is nice and concise, not too overwhelming. Make sure you use the Crutchfield Tech Support before putting the unit back in, or you may need to remove the stereo and face plate if you need to reprogram (like I did).
Cons: Instruction manual not for the faint of heart. Splicing instructions are fine, but re-programming is a nightmare, at least for me. Call Crutchfield Tech support and enjoy the rest of your day.
1 of 1 found this helpful
Highly recommended
GP from Plainview, New York on 11/10/2014
2004 Volkswagen R32
Wow!!!! This was the best interface I could ever had bought. Before looking in to this I was told that if I wanted a new head unit I would have to swap out my stock amp and speakers. Well this gem will allow you to keep everything and if you have radio controls then you can keep those too!
Pros: Awesome! It just works and was easy to install.
Cons: Took me some time to. Figure out how to. Connect the power to the antenna as the same wire its also used as the amp remote. After doing some research and reviewing my installation I had to splice and connect the wires three way. I expected better instructions.
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Perfect for VWs
DC from Cleveland, OH on 11/6/2014
2006 Volkswagen GTI
Pretty easy, just match up colors of wires. Comes with a guide to verify. Works really well.
Pros: Works, easy to use.
Cons: None
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Easy for beginner
Computerdoc08 from Florida on 10/15/2014
2010 Volkswagen Jetta
I am new to car audio wiring and was able to successfully connect the PAC RP4-VW11 to my Alpine radio harness. There are wires marked for Navigation in a taped bundle that had to be used to make my radio work with my 2010 VW Jetta. If you are not sure which wires, I suggest contacting Crutchfield support like I did and they walked me right through my wiring questions. I contacted support late into the evening - 11PM and got all the help I needed. I recommend this product and Crutchfield.
Pros: Easy to work with Intuitive connections
Cons: Instructions that came with the PAC are not very detailed, but worked fine
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Works great for VW w/ Monsoon, but NOT plug n play!
darren from redwood city, ca on 10/12/2014
2003 Volkswagen Passat
I either spent too much time or not enough reading the VW forums on replacing my Monsoon head unit. I got this with my new Sony head unit thinking it would all plugin together and allow me to use the existing factory harness. Which is does - kind of - but you still have to strip, solder, and heat shrink tube wires to install a new head unit. 4 stars for allowing me to retain accessory power and not have to rip out old factory amp, etc. Minus 1 star for wishing there had been better product description. I would buy it again.
Pros: Allows you to replace VW factory head unit without too much hassle
Cons: You still have to solder (or crimp) wires and tape/heat shrink them to install it.
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data link
steering wheel controller from colorado springs on 9/28/2014
did not work
Pros:
Cons: did not work - Crutchfield sent the one they should have shipped in the first place
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Perfectly fit jetta's hardness
Rambo from Lone tree, CO on 9/9/2014
2009 Volkswagen Jetta
Easy to install. Recommended by Crutchfield.
Pros: Reasonable price and easy to install.
Cons: None
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PAC RP4-VW11 Wiring Interface
Crutchfield customer from Albany, NY on 8/29/2014
2003 Volkswagen Jetta
The wiring interface is critical to installing an aftermarket radio in a VW. The interface eventually worked like a charm, but I had significant difficulties getting the wires to properly set within the harness itself. The unit would sometimes turn on, and sometimes would not power on. After many aggravating attempts to fix the problem (along with many calls to Crutchfield- who were great), I gave up and took it to a local shop. They had to re-seat some of the wires within the harness, and then the unit worked great again. So the sum of it is- the interface works great if it works. If it doesnt, it leads to endless aggravation and a waste of time (and money, if you give up like I did).
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PAC RP4 VW11
Eddy from San Diego from San Diego, CA on 8/23/2014
2008 Volkswagen GLI
Color code matches car wiring so it's easy to use, instructions are intended for people with basic knowledge on car Stereo installation but you can always consult with Crutchfield's Help Dep.
Pros: Good quality
Cons: None
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Very good interface
Hal J from Tuscaloosa, AL on 8/21/2014
2006 Volkswagen Jetta
Paired this with a Kenwood receiver in my daughter's Jetta. Install was easy and it works great. It has the ability to program some features in order to assign 2 functions to each button of the steering wheel controls (short touch and touch and hotd). Also, on her particular vehicle with a multi function display (MFD) there is a slight issue in that cycling between the pages of the MFD also skips tracks (iPhone, Pandora) or preset stations (FM, AM, SAT). This can be avoided by removing the program function for the steering buttons to change the track, or preset.
Pros: Easy install, good value.
Cons: None so far
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Works as advertised
MReid from Rapid City, SD on 8/11/2014
seems to work as advertised
Pros: does the job
Cons: none
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Excellent Adapter
alphaseinor from Denton, TX on 7/17/2014
2002 Volkswagen Jetta
I purchased this because I needed to keep the existing Monsoon amplifier, and wanted to keep the controls on the steering wheel. Everything worked, except in a 2001 Jetta I needed to provide switched power to the radio. It's unfortunate they figured out all of the CAN bus stuff for the steering wheel, but not the VW specific key power issue. Not difficult to rectify, so still gets 4 stars, I just ran a fused connection to the radio bypassing the harness connector.
Pros: Relatively simple installation Steering wheel controls were maintained Factory Amplifer turns off when instructed
Cons: No switched power built into the adapter.
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excellent product
hjarvis from Buffalo, NY on 7/7/2014
2010 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen
This was a well-made, well-designed product. Because the wires were the correct color codes, it was easy to match to our 2010 TDI and it made our installation quite straight forward.
Pros: wires color-coded to match harness
Cons: none
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Great Harness
Sean from Albuquerque, NM on 7/4/2014
2007 Volkswagen Passat
This is definitely a great harness. Very easy to install and great instructions. Took a little time to program because of the different options but once you find the way you want it you're set. I would definitely tell my friends to use this one.
Pros: Easy to connect. Good amount of options.
Cons:
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Easy as can be
Shan from Midlothian, VA on 6/29/2014
2002 Volkswagen Passat
All you had to do to connect your stereo was to match colors and plug it in. My stereo works great and I can still use the steering wheel controls.
Pros: Easy of use
Cons: Color blind people would have problems
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worked great!
anon from Vancouver, BC on 6/20/2014
2005 Volkswagen Jetta
2005 VW Jetta: I didn't realize it when I bought it but this adapter isn't just for the steering wheel controls. It also provides the wiring to connect your head unit's speaker and power wires to the factory harness. In other words, I didn't have to do any soldering or crimping in the car. I just soldered the new head unit's wires to the PAC adapter's wires in the comfort of my work bench. Installing the head unit in the car was literally plug n play. The VW Jetta doesn't have an accessory or switched power wire so it was great that PAC's adapter provided one. It's only rated for 1 amp but it was enough for my Pioneer deck. The only downside is that the PAC adapter does take up some room, so you will have to be careful to move things around so there is room behind the deck when you slide it back into the dash. Oh, and the steering wheel controls work perfectly with my Pioneer, too. I thought $79 was pretty expensive but it did save me time, make the install very easy, and allowed me to continue to use my steering wheel's stereo controls. So, in retrospect, I'd definitely buy it again.
Pros: Makes installation very, very easy. Steering wheel controls are usable!
Cons: A bit bulky, requiring careful arrangement of where the PAC adapter fits behind the dash.
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Works Great
AngeloF from Fernandina Beach, FL on 5/3/2014
2013 Volkswagen Jetta
This went in a 2013 VW Jetta TDI and worked fine with an Alpine and then a Kenwood. I'm sure theres a way for the back and forward buttons on the steering wheel to scroll through presets but thats not the way it comes setup.
Pros: Retains steering wheels controls
Cons: Takes up a lot of space in the dash
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Works reasonably well in 2011Jetta
Paul from New Hampshire on 4/17/2014
2011 Volkswagen Jetta
This product allowed me to retain my 2011 VW Jetta SWC with my new Kenwood head unit. The instructions were adequate for me to get things going the first time, but I have quite a bit of experience with electronics and this type of installs, so your mileage may vary. The unit came with everything I needed to connect the Kenwood harness to the VW connector in the dash. The default program supported basic volume, next/previous track and radio station switching, but not the phone control. When changing my VW Multifunction Display mode from MPG to Time or speed display the head unit changes folder when in the USB mode which is not desirable in the least. The PAC device is made for many car models so I can expect there to be some imperfections out-of-the-box. Luckily PAC foresaw this problem and allows you to reprogram each button to a specific function. If you want to retain all SWC functionality, and want to avoid weird things happening when you press buttons, you may want to reprogram the unit, so plan on it before you close everything up like I did. Overall, I'm happy with the PAC unit and would recommend it to VW Jetta owners.
Pros: Flexible programming interface that allows custom configurations to suit specific needs. Comes with everything needed for installation. Works well.
Cons: Instruction manual may not provide enough information for inexperienced installers.
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Aftermarket Radio Adapter
Jody from Bantam, ct on 3/5/2014
Easy to install. Works as described.
Pros: Easy to install.
Cons: None
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Great Product
Thomas from Neotsu, OR on 2/17/2014
Product was easy to install and performs as designed.
Pros: Easy install
Cons: Should come as part of the radio purchase
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Great product!!
DillonC from Reidsville, NC on 2/1/2014
2004 Volkswagen Jetta
Just an awesome, easy to use product, that is pretty straight forward plug and play. Easy connectivity and easy to read instructions. Don't skip out on ordering this to save money, you'll save the headache here.
Pros: Easy connectivity
Cons:
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PAC RP4-VW11 Factory Integration Adapter
Vinny from NY on 1/24/2014
2003 Volkswagen Passat
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Dont skip this product
T from Syracuse, NY on 12/30/2013
2003 Volkswagen Jetta
Easy plug and play. I don't have a Steering wheel control so I cant say anything about that. I have a 2003 VW Jetta with the Monsoon system. I have always read about people car battery draining after a new head unit install. That's because the monsoon factory amp doesn't have a remote turn on wire. I uses a low voltage signal from speaker wire. But for the amp to turn off it needs to ground out. That's where this device comes in. no dead battery.
Pros: works like a charm. killer discount when you buy a head unit from Crutchfield
Cons: have to butt connect wires or solder. finding a place to tuck it away behind dash.
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PAC RP4-VW11
gersumabat from San Diego, CA on 12/3/2013
Worked great. Instructions were sparse, but a little time to get it right was worth the investment.
Pros: Steering wheel controls worked great, easy to program. Love the speed output and reverse output. Made wiring those into the radio MUCH easier.
Cons: Lost audio menu on Steering Wheel control. Wish this kept the audio menu in the multifunction display so it wouldn't trigger station changes when I really just want to see my average MPG. FW update?
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Kenwood DPX500BT & VW Adapter
LAM from Reno, NV on 11/23/2013
2004 Volkswagen R32
Perfect adapter for VW but confusion on need for SWC adapter in VW without SWC functions
Pros: Outstanding build qualty and adapter
Cons: Very poor instructions for wiring and Steering Wheel Control (SWC) on vehicle with no SWC; need instructions to be consolidated rather than multiple conflicting instructions
0 of 0 found this helpful
Great adapter
Crutchfield customer from State College, PA on 9/29/2013
2006 Volkswagen Jetta
Instructions were VERY easy to install. If you can read English, you can install this no problem! Works like a charm!
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not so good
Crutchfield customer from attleboro,ma. on 9/10/2013
2004 Volkswagen Jetta
could be more easier if wiring instruction more detail, not too bad but somewhat confused on the wiring harness [navigation bundle]
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Factory Intergration made simple
Ditty21 from North Babylon, NY on 9/10/2013
This is why I love buying from Crutchfield...they have everything I need to make my install quick and painless and saves me the time from shopping around for custom installation parts.
Pros: Worked without any further modifications
Cons: A little on the bulky side, made fitting all the wires, adapter, and control box back into the dash with the DD receiver a chore. Would benefit from a plug N Play type of between harness and radio deck
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pac rp4-vw11
jeff h from augusta g on 9/8/2013
2007 Volkswagen GTI
Perfect fit. No need to cut the factory wiring harness. The only thing that took so long to install was conecting it to the radio harness using solder and shrink wrap for a professional install look. Great product.
Pros: Everything about it.
Cons: Nothing about it.
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Works as promised, but be careful!
Enoryt D from Allentown, PA on 8/24/2013
2003 Volkswagen Passat
2003 VW Passat Wagon GLX 4MotionDevice works as promised. Steering controls volume and radio, cd, bluetooth/pandora and iPod flawlessly.
Pros: Does everything it is supposed to do. Installation requires attention to detail. Take care of the easy ones (speakers, power, antenna, etc.), and the hard ones (remote, illumination, and the blue wires) become easy too!
Cons: To paraphrase Sherlock Holmes, "eliminate the impossible and the results, no matter how improbable, must be the truth". There are connections that are easy (simple color matches). Tackle those first. The remaining connections may be on the Navigation trunk or those pesky blue cords (remote, antenna, etc.). Also, if you use butt connectors and heat guns, you run the risk of melting the unit. I did, but it still works. Lastly, as others pointed out, there is a lot of bulk behind the HU!
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PAC Integration Adapter
M R from Meriden, KS on 8/6/2013
2010 Volkswagen Jetta
Tee adapter interfaces the steering wheel controls with the aftermarket stereo. Allows for factory settings or to reprogran switches for other functions. The adapter was simple to install, however, could use a better wiring diagram to ease in the installation.
Pros: Simplicity, size, function
Cons: better wiring schematic.
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necessary evil
Dave from E WVa on 7/26/2013
2004 Volkswagen Jetta
It's a shame that some factory stereos require a 3rd-party addon like this in order to use an aftermarket stereo. Once you start accepting that, this device works as advertised. As a bonus, it lets you keep your steering wheel audio controls (if your car has them). And it DOES work in a VW Jetta, at least the Mk4 series with the Monsoon system.
Pros: Does exactly what it says on the box. Has all the documentation for getting it to work with all major aftermarket brands.
Cons: Bulky; had to cut some supports out of the dashboard in order to make room for everything. Not crazy about the price either, but at least Crutchfield gives you a big discount if you buy this with the radio.
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Very necessary
Jim from San Diego, CA on 7/25/2013
2006 Volkswagen Touareg
Preserves steering wheel functions (2006 Touareg)
Pros: Works to preserve steering wheel controls
Cons: Instructions were misleading, some of the wires for "navigation" actually were needed for the deck
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Pac rp4-vw11
James from Charlottesville , Va on 7/24/2013
2006 Volkswagen Jetta
Other than wires not matching up completely it works well once you figure it out.
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Install was a breeze.
DanP from Burgettstown, PA on 7/15/2013
2004 Volkswagen Passat
Factory adapter made installation very easy...
Pros: Perfect match to vehicles factory wiring harness.
Cons: None
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PAC RP4-VW11 review
Baldy from Rosharon, TX on 7/11/2013
2009 Volkswagen Jetta
I installed this into a 2009 VW Jetta TDI with a Bluetooth after market head unit. The steering wheel controls that interface to the PAC unit worked perfectly the first time. I would highly recommend this interface unit to anyone replacing their OEM unit and want to keep the steering wheel radio and phone controls working with their new radio head unit.
Pros: Easy plug and play installation, compact unit fits behind the new head unit in the dash with now problems.
Cons: None, even the price isn't bad
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Easy install
Crutchfield customer from Fairfax VA on 7/10/2013
2009 Volkswagen Jetta
Installed this in my 09 Jetta with the new head unit. Made all factory interfaces with the OEM unit work flawlessly. I took the time before installing to solder all wire connections to the OEM wire connection adapter and head unit wire harness so install was literally plug and play.
Pros: Makes all OEM functions work with new head unit. Easy install
Cons: Directions can be confusing as it is an all in one unit and has settings for multiple different manufacturers. A bit pricey (if you wait to buy it separately)
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Quick and Easy...
- Steve from New Brunswick, NJ on 7/5/2013
2005 Volkswagen Passat
Quick and easy install, just match the wire colors to the stereo. Documentation is weak, but sufficient.
Pros: Worked on first try
Cons: Documentation was sparse
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PAC RP4-VW11 Factory Integration Adapter
Jeff N from Cincinnati Ohio on 6/9/2013
2006 Volkswagen Jetta
Not sure it is worth the money. Doesn't work well with a VW Jetta
Pros: None
Cons: The radio I bought has a remote so why would you need this.
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Good
Butterfly from Dover Afb, DE on 5/22/2013
2009 Volkswagen GTI
I am glad to have this product. I love upswing my steering wheel controls. Glad that they have a product like this. Glad to have tech support they help us figure stuff out that was not in the instructions.
Pros: Lets me use my steering wheel controls.
Cons: Whirring can be confusing and instructions do not answer all questions. The controls go weird sometimes.
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PAC RP4-VW11 Wiring Interface
Justin c from dewitt, NY on 5/12/2013
2004 Volkswagen Passat
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Made my install incredibly easy
Blade from Gilbert, AZ on 5/5/2013
2013 Volkswagen Jetta
I've never installed a car stereo before. In addition to this harness having the steering wheel controls, it also had the wires to send the power on signal to the amp/sub even though I have can bus. It prevented me from having to built some wacky fuse tap (insert mass confusion here) Everything worked the first time and my install is amazing. programming for SWC is possible.
Pros: all-in-one for my MK6 VW Jetta clear instructions includes SWC programmable
Cons: on bundle of wires marked as "nav system" when two of the wires were necessary for systems OUTSIDE of the nav system, confused me for a long while. sort of expensive for a harness SWC programming instructions aren't too clear on the steps.
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Mostly workd
Mike from Kyle, TX on 4/25/2013
2009 Volkswagen Jetta
Gave it only three stars because some of the functions won't work correctly. Spent a long time with Crutchfield support. The steering wheel buttons work and nice having use of the "phone" button on the wheel. It is not putting out the P-brake signal, reciever shows it the brake being "on" all the time. It makes 1/3 of the Alpines features useless untill the car is driven a ways. Need to run the reciever's P-brake wire directly to the PB switch itself. Wished it had a foot brake wire coming out of the box too, but would it work correctly?
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