{"product_id":"connects2-ctsmc011-2-steering-wheel-control-interface-2006-2018-mercedes-benz-volkswagen-commercial-vehicles","title":"Connects2 CTSMC011.2 Steering Wheel Control Interface | 2006-2018 Mercedes-Benz \u0026 Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles","description":"\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnable a comprehensive and professional audio upgrade for your Mercedes-Benz or Volkswagen commercial van while retaining critical factory functions. This advanced plug-and-play interface is specifically engineered for \"Open Dash\" 2006-2018 Mercedes Sprinter, 2006-2014 Mercedes Vito\/Viano, and 2006-2014 Volkswagen Crafter models. It provides seamless integration for an aftermarket head unit, preserving essential steering wheel controls and delivering vital vehicle data signals for full system functionality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeyond simple steering wheel control retention, this interface provides necessary connections for modern multimedia units, including a dedicated CAN bus connector, speed pulse output, reverse gear trigger, and parking brake signal. This ensures your new head unit's features—such as navigation speed sensing, automatic rear-view camera activation, and safety interlocks—work perfectly in your commercial vehicle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCore Features \u0026amp; Integration Benefits:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComplete Steering Wheel Control Retention:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Maintains full functionality of factory steering wheel audio and phone control buttons for safe, hands-free operation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnhanced Vehicle Data Integration:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Includes a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2-pin CAN bus connector\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for advanced system communication, along with dedicated outputs for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003espeed pulse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ereverse trigger\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eparking brake\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e signals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrue Plug-and-Play Installation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Connects directly to the vehicle's 16-way ISO radio harness. No cutting or splicing of factory wires is required, ensuring a clean and reliable installation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpen Dash Vehicle Specific:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Designed for vans with a standard single or double DIN radio opening, facilitating a straightforward head unit replacement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRequired Accessory:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMust be used with the CTMULTILEAD.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e universal radio patch lead to connect to and program your specific aftermarket head unit's steering wheel control input.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVehicle Application (Open Dash Models):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMercedes-Benz Sprinter:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2006 – 2018\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMercedes-Benz Vito \/ Viano:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2006 – 2014\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVolkswagen Crafter:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2006 – 2014\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Tinkr Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53459886899484,"sku":"CTSMC017.2","price":139.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0899\/2161\/8204\/files\/223.webp?v=1765014854","url":"https:\/\/tinkr.co.nz\/products\/connects2-ctsmc011-2-steering-wheel-control-interface-2006-2018-mercedes-benz-volkswagen-commercial-vehicles","provider":"Tinkr Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}