Axxess AX-FD1-SWC User Manual

CAUTION! All accessories, switches, climate
controls panels, and especially air bag indicator
lights must be connected before cycling the
ignition. Also, do not remove the factory radio
with the key in the on position, or while the
vehicle is running.
AX-FD1-SWC
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
AxxessInterfaces.com © COPYRIGHT 2017 METRA ELECTRONICS CORPORATION REV. 7/19/17 INSTAX-FD1-SWC
INTERFACE FEATURES
INTERFACE COMPONENTS
TOOLS REQUIRED
• Wire cutter • Crimp tool • Solder gun • Tape
• Connectors (example: butt-connectors, bell
caps, etc.) • Small flat-blade screwdriver
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Connections to be made ................................... 2-4
- For models without a Sony/THX amplifier........2
- For models with a Sony/THX amplifier .............3
- 3.5mm jack steering wheel control retention ..4
Installing the AX-FD1-SWC.....................................4
Initializing the AX-FD1-SWC ..................................4
Adjusting the AX-FD1-SWC ....................................5
Extra features .........................................................5
Steering wheel control settings ....................... 5-8
- L.E.D. feedback ....................................................5
- Changing radio type ...........................................6
- Remapping the steering wheel control buttons ...6
- Dual assignment instructions (long button press) ...7-8
- Resetting the AX-FD1-SWC .................................8
Ford Data Interface with SWC 2007-up*
APPLICATIONS
• Provides accessory power (12-volt 10-amp)
• Retains R.A.P. (retained accessory power)
• Provides NAV outputs (parking brake,
reverse, speed sense)
• Retains audio controls on the steering wheel
• Retains RSE (rear seat entertainment)
• Retains SAT (satellite radio)
• Retains SYNC
• Retains the factory AUX-IN jack
• Can be used in both non-amplified and
amplified models (including Sony/THX)
• Retains balance and fade (excluding Sony/THX)
• Micro “B” USB updatable
FORD
Econoline (w/ CD) 2009-up
Edge 2007-2010
Escape 2008-2012
Expedition 2007-2014
Explorer (w/ NAV) 2009-2010
FORD (CONT)
Explorer Sport Trac
(w/ NAV) 2009-2010
F-150 * 2009-2012
F-150 STX/FX2 base/XLT base
2013
F-150 STX/XLT base 2014
FORD (CONT)
F-250/350/450/550 2011-2012
F-250/350/450/550 XLT, XL
(w/ CD) 2013-2016
F-650/750 (w/ CD) 2016-up
Focus 2008-2011
Fusion 2010-2012
FORD (CONT)
Mustang 2009-2014
Taurus 2010-2012
LINCOLN
MKX 2007-2010
MKZ 2007-2009
Navigator 2007-2014
MAZDA
Tribute 2008-2011
MERCURY
Mariner 2008-2011
Milan 2010-2011
• AX-FD1-SWC interface
• AX-FD1-SWC harness
• 16-pin harness with stripped leads
• Female 3.5mm connector with stripped leads
*Visit AxxessInterfaces.com for up-to-date vehicle specific applications.
* XL models must be equipped with a CD player

Axxess AX-FD1-SWC Specifications

General

Brand	Axxess
Model	AX-FD1-SWC
Category	Recording Equipment
Language	English

Summary

Connections to be Made

For models without a Sony/THX amplifier

Wiring instructions for Ford models without a Sony/THX amplifier.

For models with a Sony/THX amplifier

Wiring instructions for Ford models with a Sony/THX amplifier.

3.5mm jack steering wheel control retention

Connects steering wheel audio controls using the 3.5mm jack.

Installing the AX-FD1-SWC

With the key in the off position

Connects the AX-FD1-SWC harness to the vehicle wiring.

Initializing the AX-FD1-SWC

Adjusting the AX-FD1-SWC (SONY/THX ONLY)

Audio level adjustment

Adjusts the audio output level using the on-board potentiometer.

Extra Features

RSE, SAT and SYNC

Retains rear seat entertainment, satellite radio, and SYNC features.

Steering Wheel Control Settings

L.E.D. feedback

Interprets LED flashes to identify connected radio and status.

L.E.D. feedback legend

Legend correlating LED flashes to specific radio manufacturers.

Changing radio type

Manually program the AX-FD1-SWC for the connected radio type.

Radio legend

List of radio types and their corresponding programming numbers.

Remapping the steering wheel control buttons

Customize button assignments for steering wheel controls.

Button assignment legend

List of available functions for button remapping.

Dual assignment instructions (long button press)

Assigns secondary functions to buttons using long presses.

Dual assignment legend

Legend for assigning dual functions to steering wheel buttons.

Resetting the AX-FD1-SWC

Resets the interface to factory default settings.