CRUX 249ONST11B OnStar Radio Replacement Interface Instruction Manual

June 13, 2024
CRUX

CRUX 249ONST11B OnStar Radio Replacement Interface

Product Information

The ONST-11B is an interfacing solution for radio replacement with SWC (Steering Wheel Control) retention. It is designed to be compatible with various aftermarket radios and vehicles. The module includes a harness and SWC cables for easy installation. It also features DIP switch settings for different radio brands.

Product Features

  • Interfacing solution for radio replacement
  • SWC retention for steering wheel control
  • Includes ONST-11B module, harness, and SWC cables
  • DIP switch settings for different radio brands
  • Built-in audio level adaptor
  • Chime volume adjustment
  • Compatible with Chevrolet, Pontiac, and Saturn vehicles

Parts Included

  • ONST-11B module
  • ONST-11B harness
  • SWC cables

Installation Diagram
[Diagram not provided]

DIP Switch Settings
[DIP switch settings for different radio brands]

Chime Volume Adjustment
The ONST-11B module has a built-in chime volume adjustment. The volume is set at halfway by default. To adjust the volume, turn the adjustment knob clockwise to increase the volume and counter-clockwise to decrease the volume.

Vehicle Applications

  • Chevrolet: 2007-2010 Cobalt, 2006-2011 HHR, 2008-2012 Malibu
  • Pontiac : 2007-2010 G5, 2009-2010 G6*, 2006-2010 Solstice
  • Saturn : 2007-2010 Aura, 2007 Ion, 2007 Sky

Note: If the 2009 G6 has two knobs on the radio, please use part# ONST- 11C instead.

Product Usage Instructions

  1. Plug in the 3.5MM SWC cable to the 4-pin port on the module.
  2. Refer to the DIP switch settings section to set the appropriate switches for your aftermarket radio brand.
  3. If needed, program the SWC buttons on your aftermarket radio according to its manual.
  4. Cap or insulate the 3.5mm plug or Blue/Yellow wire if not being used.
  5. Select the audio system by plugging in the male 8-pin connector from the ONST-11B harness to the appropriate black or gray female 8-pin connector on the ONST-11B module (Bose or Non Bose).
  6. For Pioneer receivers, locate the DIP switch on the interface (comer or middle) and set it according to the provided DIP switch settings for Pioneer receivers.

PRODUCT FEATURES

  • Retains factory features in select GM LAN 11 Bit vehicles while functioning with an aftermarket radio.
  • Pre-programmed to retain factory Steering Wheel Controls.
  • Supports Non-Bose and Bose amplified systems.
  • Provides Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS), Parking Brake and Reverse Outputs.
  • Retains factory OnStar®
  • Retains chime functions.
  • EIA color coded wiring for easy installation.

PARTS INCLUDED

CRUX 249ONST11B OnStar-Radio Replacement Interface
\(1\) INSTALLATION DIAGRAM

CRUX 249ONST11B OnStar-Radio Replacement Interface
\(2\)

TROUBLESHOOTING

MM SWC CABLE
Plug in the 3.5MM SWC cable to the 4-pin port on the module. See “DIP SWITCH SETTINGS” section.

DIP SWITCH SETTINGS

AFTERMARKET RADIO DIP SWITCH SETTINGS

RADIO BRAND:DIP#:1:2:3:4

Atoto, Dual, Fahrenheit, Jensen, Pioneer, Power Acoustik, Soundstream

Alpine Clarion Kenwood JVC

Boss, Old Sony

New Sony

| OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF| OFF OFF OFF OFF ON ON ON ON OFF| ON ON ON OFF ON ON OFF OFF ON| ON ON ON OFF OFF ON ON OFF OFF
---|---|---|---|---

SWC MODULE DIP SWITCH

NOTE
For Atoto, Blaupunkt, Dual, Farenheit, Power Acoustik, Soundstream, and most off-brand radios, check the aftermarket radio’s manual to see if the SWC buttons need to be programmed.

PIN SWC CABLE
Use the proper 3.5MM to 4-Pin SWC cable for the aftermarket radio you are using.

OPTION A is used for ALPINE, CLARION, JVC, and KENWOOD units (Blue/Yellow wire is attached) OPTION B is used for BLAUPUNKT, BOSS, DUAL, FARENHEIT, JENSEN, POWER ACOUSTIK, PIONEER, SONY. SOUNDSTREAM and Most Off_Brand Radios.

NOTE: Cap or insulate the 3.5mm plug or Blue/Yellow wire if not being used. Plug the SW cable to the ONST-11B module and the 3.5mm plug to the aftermarket radio SWC port or use the Blue/Vellow wire for IVC and Kenwood radios

SELECTING THE AUDIO SYSTEM

If the vehicle is equipped with an amplified audio system, the ONST-11B has a built-in audio level adaptor that outputs the proper audio level from the aftermarket radio to
8-pin connector on the ONST-11B harness to the GRAY female 8-pin connector on the ONST-11B module. The module is also labeled “Bose” and “Non Bose” to avoid confusion. (see picture below)

If the vehicle is NOT equipped with a factory amplified system, plug in the male 8-pin connector to the BLACK female 8-pin on the ONST-11B module.

CHIME VOLUME ADJUSTMENT

ONST-11B
volume. It is set at half way by default. To adjust the volume, clockwise to increase the volume and counter-clockwise to decrease the volume.

VEHICLE APPLICATIONS

CHEVROLET

  • 2007-2010 :Cobalt
  • 2006-2011 :HHR
  • 2008-2012 :Malibu

PONTIAC

  • 2007-2010 :G5
  • 2009-2010 : G6*
  • 2006-2010 : Solstice

SATURN

  • 2007-2010 :Aura Ion
  • 2007 : Sky

NOTE: If the 2009 G6 has two knobs on the radio, please use part# ONST- 11C instead.

Compatible Radio

DIP switch settings for Pioneer receivers

Location of the switch may vary on the Interface (Comer or Middle).
Please note that Interfaces with DIP at the end of the LOT# are installed with the switch.

  • Set DIP switch to “3V3” position for support of NEW generation Pioneer steering wheel button control.
  • Set DIP switch to “SV” position for support of OLD generation Pioneer steering wheel button control.

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