SWRFD-60E - Car kit CRUX - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Car Kit (Hands-Free)
Brand	CRUX
Model	SWRFD-60E
Dimensions (approx.)	10 x 5 x 2 cm
Weight (approx.)	100 g
Power Supply	12V DC (cigarette lighter adapter)
Bluetooth Version	5.0
Compatible Devices	Smartphones with Bluetooth
Main Functions	Hands-free calling, music streaming, voice assistant support
Speaker	Built-in speaker
Microphone	Built-in microphone with noise reduction
Controls	Buttons for answer/end call, volume, and music control
Mounting	Clip-on sun visor or dashboard
Bluetooth Range	Up to 10 meters
Charging Port	USB-C (for power only)
Battery	None (runs on car power)
Color	Black
Included Accessories	Power cable, adhesive mount
Maintenance	Clean with a dry, soft cloth
Safety Precautions	Do not operate while driving; use voice commands
Spare Parts Availability	Contact CRUX support
Warranty	1 year limited

Frequently Asked Questions - SWRFD-60E CRUX

How do I pair the SWRFD-60E with my phone?

Turn on the device and press the Bluetooth button until the LED flashes. On your phone, search for 'SWRFD-60E' and pair. No password is required.

Can I stream music through this car kit?

Yes, once paired, you can stream music from your phone via Bluetooth. Use the device buttons to play/pause or skip tracks.

How do I adjust the volume?

Use the volume up/down buttons on the device. You can also adjust volume on your phone.

Does the device have a built-in microphone?

Yes, it has a built-in microphone with noise reduction for clear calls.

Can I use voice assistants like Siri or Google Assistant?

Yes, press and hold the call button to activate your phone's voice assistant.

How do I charge the device?

The device is powered via the cigarette lighter adapter. Plug it into your car's 12V socket. No battery charging is needed.

The device is not connecting to my phone. What should I do?

Ensure Bluetooth is enabled on your phone. Delete the device from your phone's Bluetooth list and re-pair. Also check if the device is in pairing mode (flashing LED).

How do I reset the device?

Switch off the device and unplug it from power. Wait 10 seconds, then plug it back in and turn on. This will clear temporary pairing issues.

Can I mount the device on my sun visor?

Yes, the device comes with a clip that can attach to the sun visor or an adhesive pad for dashboard mounting.

Is the device safe to use while driving?

Only use voice commands to avoid distraction. Do not operate buttons manually while the vehicle is in motion.

USER MANUAL SWRFD-60E CRUX

• Retains factory features in select Ford vehicles with 4" screen.
• Pre-programmed to retain factory Steering Wheel Controls.
• Retains factory 4" screen.
• Works on vehicles with or without Sync.
• Retains factory Aux-Input on vehicles without Sync.
• Retains voice command features on vehicles with Sync.
• Phone pick up and hang up functions using the steering wheel control buttons.

PARTS INCLUDED:

CAN Module

SWC Module

SWRFD-60E Harness

SWC Cable

INSTALLATION DIAGRAM:

graph TD
    A["Factory Aux Input"] --> B["+12V Constant"]
    A --> C["+12V ACC"]
    A --> D["12V Ground"]
    A --> E["Illumination"]
    A --> F["Reverse Gear"]
    A --> G["Power Antenna"]
    A --> H["Vehicle Speed Sense"]
    A --> I["Right Front (+)"]
    A --> J["Right Front (-)"]
    A --> K["Left Front (+)"]
    A --> L["Left Front (-)"]
    A --> M["Right Rear (+)"]
    A --> N["Right Rear (-)"]
    A --> O["Left Rear (+)"]
    A --> P["Left Rear (-)"]

    Q["24-Pin Plug"] --> R["TO FACTORY RADIO HARNESS"]
    S["TO FACTORY SCREEN"] --> T["TO FACTORY SCREEN HARNESS"]

    U["Yellow"] --> V["SWC 1 with Sync (Orange wire)"]
    W["Red"] --> X["SWC 2 without Sync (Blue wire)"]

    Y["Black"] --> Z["SWC 1 with Sync (Orange wire)"]
    AA["Orange"] --> AB["SWC 2 without Sync (Blue wire)"]

    AC["Purple/White"] --> AD["12-Pin Connector"]
    AE["Blue/White"] --> AF["12-Pin Connector"]
    AG["Pink"] --> AH["12-Pin Connector"]
    AI["Gray"] --> AJ["12-Pin Connector"]

    AK["Gray/Black"] --> AL["12-Pin Connector"]
    AM["White"] --> AN["12-Pin Connector"]

    AO["White/Black"] --> AP["12-Pin Connector"]

    AQ["Violet"] --> AR["12-Pin Connector"]

    AS["Violet/Black"] --> AT["12-Pin Connector"]

    AU["Green"] --> AV["12-Pin Connector"]

    AW["Green/Black"] --> AX["12-Pin Connector"]

    AY["Aftermarket RADIO"] --> AZ["FORD SWC SETTING OFF OFF OFF"]

    BA["3.5MM SWC CABLE"] --> BB["Plug in the 3.5MM SWC cable to the 4-pin port on the module. See "DIP SWITCH SETTINGS" section."]

    BC["AFTERMARKET RADIO SELECTOR (See Chart)"] --> BD["ON RADIO VEHICLE"]
    BE["FORD SWC SETTING OFF OFF OFF"] --> BF["Cap or insulate if not being used"]
    BG["CRUX"] --> BH["KIOSCUA BLUE YELLOW"]
    BI["Insulate with tape if not being used"] --> BJ["Insulate with tape if not being used"]

    BK["* Retention of factory AUX Input is available ONLY on vehicles WITHOUT Sync."]

NOTES:

1. The factory AUX Input is retained ONLY on vehicles without Sync system.
2. The Date and Time display MUST BE adjusted prior to removal of the factory radio. You cannot make adjustments once the radio has been removed.
3. The SWRFD-60E does not retain Sync features.

DIP SWITCH SETTINGS:

AFTERMARKET RADIO DIP SWITCH SETTINGS:

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.

FORD STEERING WHEEL CONTROL DIP SWITCH SETTING:

	DIP:	5	6	7	8
Ford		OFF	OFF	OFF	OFF

3.5MM SWC CABLE

Plug in the 3.5MM to 4-Pin SWC cable to the SWC module. NOTE: Insulate the Blue/Yellow wire or 3.5mm plug if not being used.

For aftermarket radios that have wires for SWC connections, cut off the 3.5mm plug on the Crux SWC Cable and connect the SWC wires as follows:

Note that there are some radios that only have SWC1 and SWC2, in this case "shield" does not need to be connected.

RED to SWC Key 1 WHITE to SWC Key 2 SHIELD to SWC Ground

IMPORTANT INSTALLATION NOTES:

Plug the 12-pin Molex connector labeled "To CAN Module" to the CAN module

Plug the 12-pin Molex connector labeled "To SWC Module" to the smaller SWC Module

Failure to do so will damage the modules!

Two electronic devices connected via wires, one with a labeled cable (no visible text or symbols)

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS:

IMPORTANT:

Set time and date before removing the factory radio. Go to Menu > Clock Settings > Set Time / Set Date.

Connect the SWRFD-60E T-harness to the aftermarket radio harness. Refer to the diagram on page 1 for wire color codes.

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1. Carefully remove the top cover of the screen.

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1. Remove the rubber mat on top of the dashboard.

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1. Remove the 2 screws under the rubber mat.

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1. Pop up the top portion of the dashboard.

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1. Remove the 2 screws holding the radio faceplate.

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1. Remove the radio faceplate and unplug the connector.

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1. Remove the 2 screws holding the headunit.

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1. Unplug the headunit connectors. 9. Mate the headunit connectors to the SWRFD-60E T-harness connectors.

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The 4" screen needs to be removed to plug in the SWRFD-60E factory screen retention harness. Unplug the factory 12 pin connector from behind the screen and plug it into the 12 pin male connector of the SWRFD-60E harness. Plug the 12 pin male connector of the SWRFD-60E harness to the screen.

OPERATION:

Bluetooth handsfree steering wheel controls:

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For vehicles with Sync, long press of factory pick up and hang up buttons on SWC is retained.

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For vehicles without Sync, long press of = pick up, long press of = hang up.

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For vehicles with Sync, short press of CMD = Voice Command Activate / Deactivate

VEHICLE APPLICATIONS:

FORD

2011 - 2014	Edge
2013 - Up	Escape
2011 - 2015	Explorer
2013 - 2014	F-150
2014 - Up	Fiesta
2012 - 2014	Focus
2015 - Up	Transit
2014 - 2018	Transit Connect

SYSTEM COMPATIBILITY:

4" screen with or without MyFord Touch (Sync)

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2013 Escape 2015 Transit Connect

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2014 F-150 2014 Focus

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