ONST-11B - Car kit CRUX - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Vehicle Integration Module (Kit voiture)
Brand	CRUX
Model	ONST-11B
Compatible Vehicles	Chevrolet Cobalt (2007-2010), HHR (2006-2011), Malibu (2008-2012); Pontiac G6 (2009)
Power Supply	12V DC (vehicle battery)
Steering Wheel Control (SWC) Retention	Pre-programmed for factory SWC, supports aftermarket radio SWC with dip switch settings
OnStar Retention	Retains factory OnStar functionality
Chime Retention	Retains factory chime functions with adjustable volume (potentiometer)
Audio System Support	Non-Bose (non-amplified) and Bose (amplified) systems with built-in audio level adapter
Outputs Provided	Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS), Parking Brake, Reverse
Wiring	EIA color-coded for easy installation
Included Parts	ONST-11B module, harness, SWC cables
Installation	Plug-and-play with factory harness; requires connection to aftermarket radio SWC input
Dip Switch Settings	Configurable for various radio brands: Alpine, Clarion, Kenwood, JVC, Pioneer, Sony, Boss, Dual, etc.
SWC Cable Options	Option A (Alpine/Clarion/JVC/Kenwood with Blue/Yellow wire) and Option B (most other brands with 3.5mm plug)
Pioneer SWC Compatibility	Supports old (5V) and new (3.3V) generation Pioneer radios via dip switch
Maintenance	Keep dry and clean; use a soft cloth for cleaning
Safety	Disconnect vehicle battery before installation; follow installation diagram
Reparability	Contact CRUX support for spare parts or repair assistance

Frequently Asked Questions - ONST-11B CRUX

Which vehicles are compatible with the CRUX ONST-11B?

The ONST-11B is compatible with select GM LAN 11-bit vehicles including Chevrolet Cobalt (2007-2010), HHR (2006-2011), Malibu (2008-2012), and Pontiac G6 (2009). Note: if the 2009 G6 has two knobs on the radio, use part ONST-11C instead.

Does the ONST-11B retain factory steering wheel controls?

Yes, the module is pre-programmed to retain factory steering wheel controls (SWC) and supports aftermarket radios with proper dip switch settings. The SWC cables are included.

How do I connect the ONST-11B to my aftermarket radio for SWC?

Use the included 4-pin SWC cable. For Alpine, Clarion, JVC, Kenwood (Option A), connect the Blue/Yellow wire to the radio's SWC input. For most other brands (Option B), plug the 3.5mm jack into the radio's SWC port. Cap unused wires.

Does the ONST-11B support Bose amplified systems?

Yes, the module has a built-in audio level adapter. For Bose systems, plug the male 8-pin connector into the gray female 8-pin connector on the module (labeled 'Bose'). For non-amplified systems, use the black female 8-pin connector (labeled 'Non Bose').

How can I adjust the chime volume?

The ONST-11B has a potentiometer for chime volume adjustment. Use a screwdriver to turn it clockwise to increase volume or counter-clockwise to decrease. The default setting is halfway.

Will OnStar still work after installing the ONST-11B?

Yes, the module is designed to retain factory OnStar functionality while using an aftermarket radio. No additional programming required.

What dip switch settings should I use for my Pioneer radio?

For new generation Pioneer (3.3V SWC), set the dip switch to the '3V3' position. For old generation Pioneer (5V SWC), set it to '5V'. The switch location may vary; check the interface label.

Does the ONST-11B provide outputs for parking brake, reverse, and speed?

Yes, it provides Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS), Parking Brake, and Reverse outputs for aftermarket radios that require these signals.

What is the installation process like?

Installation is plug-and-play. Connect the ONST-11B harness to the factory vehicle harness and the aftermarket radio. Configure dip switches per radio brand, select the correct audio system connection (Bose/non-Bose), and plug in the SWC cable. Disconnect the battery before starting.

Where can I find the user manual or support?

The user manual is available for free download on notice-facile.com in PDF format. For additional support, contact CRUX directly or visit their website. The manual includes installation diagrams and dip switch tables.

USER MANUAL ONST-11B CRUX

• 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:

ONST-11B MODULE

Close-up of black plastic electrical connectors with various colored wires (no visible text or symbols)

ONST-11B HARNESS

SWC CABLES

INSTALLATION DIAGRAM:

graph TD
    A["16 & 14-Pin Connector Harness"] --> B["TO FACTORY HARNESS"]
    B --> C["Reverse Gear"]
    B --> D["Parking Brake"]
    B --> E["Illumination (+)"]
    B --> F["Amplifier Turn-on"]
    B --> G["Vehicle Speed Output"]
    B --> H["+12V Constant"]
    B --> I["Ground"]
    B --> J["Right Front (+)"]
    B --> K["Left Front (+)"]
    B --> L["Left Front (-)"]
    B --> M["Right Rear (+)"]
    B --> N["Right Rear (-)"]
    B --> O["Left Rear (+)"]
    B --> P["Left Rear (-)"]
    B --> Q["Green/Black"]
    B --> R["Blue/White"]
    B --> S["Orange"]
    B --> T["Red/Black"]
    B --> U["Yellow"]
    B --> V["Gray"]
    B --> W["Gray/Black"]
    B --> X["White"]
    B --> Y["White/Black"]
    B --> Z["Violet"]
    B --> AA["Violet/Black"]
    B --> AB["Green"]
    B --> AC["Green/Black"]

    AD["24-Pin Connector"] --> AE["To aftermarket radio SWC wire or 3.5mm port"]
    AF["10-Pin Connector"] --> AG["Cap or insulate if not being used"]
    AH["SWC DIP"] --> AI["JVC/Kenwood (Blue / Yellow)"]
    AJ["SWC"] --> AK["4-Pin Connector"]
    AL["BOSE NON BOSE"] --> AM["Chime Volume Adjustment"]
    AN["8-Pin Connector"] --> AO["TROUBLEshooting"]

    AP["AFTERMARKET RADIO"] --> AQ["LED LIGHT"]
    AP --> AR["Solid blue"]
    AP --> AS["Flashing blue"]
    AP --> AT["Solid red"]
    AP --> AU["Red off"]

    AV["TRELLATION"] --> AW["LLED MODULE FEEDBACK"]

    AX["TROUBLESHOOTING"] --> AY["LLED MODULE FEEDBACK"]

    AZ["TROUBLESHOOTING"] --> BA["LLED MODULE FEEDBACK"]

    BB["TROUBLESHOOTING"] --> BC["LLED MODULE FEEDBACK"]

    BD["TROUBLESHOOTING"] --> BE["LLED MODULE FEEDBACK"]

    BF["TROUBLESHOOTING"] --> BG["LLED MODULE FEEDBACK"]

    BH["TROUBLESHOOTING"] --> BH

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.

4-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 SWC cable to the ONST-11B module and the 3.5mm plug to the aftermarket radio SWC port or use the Blue/Yellow wire for JVC 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 the factory amplifier. To use this feature, plug in the male 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.

Close-up of a computer monitor rear panel showing internal connectors and a U-shaped connector (no text or symbols visible)

NON BOSE (Non-Amplified) Connection
BOSE (Amplified) Connection

CHIME VOLUME ADJUSTMENT:

The ONST-11B has a potentiometer to adjust the chime volume. It is set at half way by default. To adjust the volume, simply use a suitable screw driver and turn the potentiometer 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

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

Compatible Radio

2009 Pontiac G6 2009 Chevrolet Malibu

DIP switch settings for Pioneer receivers:

Location of the switch may vary on the interface (Corner 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 "5V" position for support of OLD generation Pioneer steering wheel button control.