Adding Factory Radio Controls - Steering Wheel

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I'm pretty sure this has been covered already (tried the search but came up with nothing) but I have a few questions..

I know how the install is suppose to go as I was able to pull up the below thread from LOST http://www.lostjeeps.com/forum/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?p=350133#350133

There are no pictures!!! Does anyone know what the clock-spring connector is suppose to look like? It says I don't need to modify the clock-spring. Is this correct? Has anyone done this on a 07 Limited?

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I was able to complete this on my 07 using the below parts and instructions

56042312AB - Right Switch
56042313AB - Left Switch
52029381AA - Wiring Harness for Cruise and Audio Controls
and if you choose to buy a new cover instead of just cutting out the switch holes you will need a new back cover - Dealer will look part up

1) Disconnect the battery, (10mm socket/wrench), wait a few min after disconnecting to make sure airbag doesn't have power to deploy.

2) Step on brake pedal a few times to fully release any stored power, again to prevent airbag deployment.

3) Center the steering wheel with the wheels pointing straight ahead.

4) Using the 8mm socket remove the 2 bolts on the underside of the steering wheel holding on the airbag. Place bolts aside as they will be reused later.

5) Pull the airbag up gently. It should pull away easily. 3 plugs connect it to the steering wheel. Carefully disconnect the 3 plugs and place face up in a safe place.

6) Using phillips screwdriver remove the 2 screws on the lower trim on the steering column and place the 2 screws aside to use later. Remove the upper and lower covers and put aside as well.

7) Using the 13mm socket unbolt the bolt at the center of the steering wheel. Note it is bolted on tight so some muscle will be needed to remove it. You can put the bolt in with your spare parts if you got a new one, as it will not be reused. If you scrimped on $0.80 then reuse it.

8) Using the Chrysler steering wheel puller pull the steering wheel off the Jeep. Trust me you don't have the muscle to pull it off without one. Note there is a dot on the top of the steering that aligns up with a small arrow on the steering wheel to help you align up the wheel on reinstall.

9) At a workbench or station use the Phillips screwdriver to remove the 2 screws holding the cruise switches to the steering wheel. Place the screws aside to reuse later. Unplug the switches and put aside as well. The back of the wheel should now pull away from the main portion of the wheel. The back part is what we will be working with for now.

10) You will see the 2 templates for the radio switches on the back portion of the steering wheel. You will need to Dremel this part out. Take your time and go slowly as you want a smooth a surface as possible.

11) Take the new wiring harness with the 2 additional pig-tails and using the old wiring harness position as a template swap harnesses. It is very easy to do.

12) Install the new radio switches check that the fit properly trim back part of wheel if necessary. Plug in wiring harness to switches. Don't worry you cant mix plugs up as they will only fit the proper switch.

13) Reattach back and main steering wheel parts. Reinstall Cruise switches and reinstall cruise screws that hold everything in place.

14) Line up steering wheel on to steering shaft. Push down on wheel to start the press fit.

15) Use the new steering wheel bolt and re-torque wheel.

16) Reinstall upper and lower steering column covers

17) Carefully reconnect the 3 plugs for the airbag. Reinstall the 2 8mm bolts holding the airbag in place.

18) Reconnect battery cables and tighten down using 10mm socket/wrench.

19) Get in on pass side of Jeep and turn the key to on position. (Do this in case airbag goes off you don't get hit.

20) Check connections and make sure everything is on tight.

21) Sit back and enjoy your new Steering wheel radio switches!!!
 

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Quick question. Our '06 has cruise control, but no radio controls. Do you think I will need a new wiring harness, or will the plug be there?
 

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Quick question. Our '06 has cruise control, but no radio controls. Do you think I will need a new wiring harness, or will the plug be there?

My 07 was the same. You will need the new harness to install the controls.
 

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