About the Crux CS-CR41 Wiring Interface
Install a new radio and keep your factory features
You'll only be able to retain your steering wheel audio controls with a compatible car stereo made by Alpine, Boss, Blaupunkt, Clarion, Dual, Jensen, JVC, Kenwood, Pioneer, Sony or Soundstream. No other brands are currently compatible.
Install a new radio and keep your factory features
The Crux CS-CR41 interface allows you to install an aftermarket radio in select 2005-17 Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Mitsubishi, and Volkswagen vehicles, with or without a factory amplifier. If you're installing a compatible Alpine, Boss, Blaupunkt, Clarion, Dual, Jensen, JVC, Kenwood, Pioneer, Sony or Soundstream car stereo, you'll retain the use of your steering wheel audio controls (does not retain Uconnect, including phone and voice recognition steering wheel controls). The interface also offers the reverse and Vehicle Speed Sensor (V.S.S.) outputs that you'll need if you're installing a navigation receiver.
The package includes the control module, two vehicle wiring harnesses to adapt the interface module to different models, and two steering wheel control harnesses for radios with differing connections.
Please enter your vehicle information or call an Advisor at 1-888-955-6000 to find out if the CS-CR41 is compatible with your vehicle. Warranty: 1 year.
Product highlights:
- works in Chrysler-made vehicles with or without a factory amplifier
- retains use of your steering wheel audio controls with select car stereos
- provides Reverse Trigger and VSS (Vehicle Speed Sense) connections for installation of a navigation radio
- does not retain Uconnect, including steering wheel phone and voice recognition controls; does not retain fader control with an amplified system
- warranty: 1 year
- Our 60-day money-back guarantee
- MFR # CS-CR41
What's in the box:
Crux CS-CR41 Wiring Interface owner's manual
- Radio replacement interface module
- 1st Generation wiring harness
- 2nd Generation wiring harness
- 2 SWC harnesses
- Audio filter
- Installation Instructions
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Vehicle Compatibility: The CRUX CS-CR41 radio replacement interface allows you to replace the factory radio (4.3" or 8.4" color screen) in select 2005-2017 Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Mitsubishi, and Volkswagen vehicles with an aftermarket stereo, while retaining important features such as the factory amplifier and steering wheel controls.
Make | Model | Year |
Chrysler | 200 | 2011-2014 |
300 | 2005-2010 | |
Aspen | 2007-2009 | |
PT Cruiser | 2006-2010 | |
Sebring | 2007-2010 | |
Town & Country | 2008-2016 | |
Dodge | Avenger | 2007-2014 |
Caliber | 2007-2012 | |
Challenger | 2008-2014 | |
Charger | 2006-2010, 2013 | |
Dakota | 2006-2011 | |
Durango | 2004-2013 | |
Grand Caravan | 2009-2016 | |
Journey | 2009-2010, 2013 | |
Magnum | 2005-2008 | |
Nitro | 2007-2011 | |
RAM | 2006-2012 | |
Jeep | Commander | 2006-2010 |
Compass | 2007-2016 | |
Grand Cherokee | 2005-2013 | |
Liberty | 2008-2012 | |
Patriot | 2007-2017 | |
Wrangler | 2007-2017 | |
Mitsubishi | Raider | 2006-2009 |
Volkswagen | Routan | 2009-2013 |
Notes:
- The CS-CR41 includes two wiring harnesses for older and newer model vehicles. Only one of the wiring harnesses will be used for your particular vehicle.
- The CRUX CS-CR41 does not retain Uconnect.
Amplified or Non-Amplified Systems: The CRUX CS-CR41 can be used in Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Mitsubishi, and Volkswagen vehicles with or without a factory amplified system. It does not support front and rear fading in vehicles with a factory amplified system.
Steering Wheel Control Retention: The CRUX CS-CR41 also features a steering wheel control output for Pioneer, Sony, Alpine, Clarion, Kenwood, JVC , Jensen, Dual/Axxera, Boss and other aftermarket head units. The steering wheel control output consists of a right-angle 3.5mm connector and a light blue/yellow wire (use the connection that your aftermarket head unit is fitted with). The Crux interface module will work with any of the listed aftermarket head units, by setting its three dip-switches (see owner's manual for appropriate setting).
Note: There are two steering wheel control harnesses; you will only use one based on the brand of your aftermarket stereo. Both feature a 4-pin connector which plugs into the interface module. One of the SWC harnesses is equipped with a 3.5mm connector and one blue/yellow wire (for Alpine/Clarion/JVC/Kenwood/Jensen/Dual/Boss), while the other is only equipped with a 3.5mm connector (for Pioneer/Sony).
Navigation Outputs: The CRUX CS-CR41 provides a Reverse Trigger wire and VSS (Vehicle Speed Sense) wire for simplifying the installation of an aftermarket navigation receiver.
Note: The CRUX CS-CR41 does not offer a Parking brake output wire.
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