Crux Interfacing Solutions
Crux Interfacing Solutions SOCGM-18 radio replacement interface car electronics accessory
Radio replacement interface for select 2006-2017 GM LAN 29-bit vehicles, retaining safety chimes and providing accessory power outputs
- TypeHeadunit Replacement Converter
- FeaturesRetains Safety and Warning Chime Functions
- Weight0.4500
- ColorBlack
- Retains factory safety and warning chimes after radio replacement
- Adjustable chime volume lets you set alert levels
- Provides 12-volt accessory output with retained accessory power
- Compatible with select 2006-2017 GM LAN 29-bit vehicles
- Supports Bose, non-Bose and Y-91 audio systems
Product Purpose
The Crux SOCGM-18 is a radio replacement interface for select General Motors vehicles built between 2006 and 2017. It allows owners to install an aftermarket head unit while keeping the factory safety and warning chimes active. The module is designed for vehicles using the LAN 29-bit data protocol.
Deciding Specification
The interface works only with compatible Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, Hummer, Pontiac, Saturn and Suzuki models that use the LAN 29-bit system. It supports Bose, non-Bose and Y-91 audio configurations. Vehicles outside the listed model years or those using a different data bus will not function with this part.
Installation Notes
The unit provides a 12-volt accessory output, retained accessory power, illumination output and a telephone mute trigger. Chime volume is adjustable on the module. Installers must verify the specific vehicle application against the compatibility list before wiring, as incorrect vehicle selection is the most common cause of failure.
Highlights
- Retains factory safety and warning chimes after radio replacement
- Adjustable chime volume lets you set alert levels
- Provides 12-volt accessory output with retained accessory power
- Compatible with select 2006-2017 GM LAN 29-bit vehicles
- Supports Bose, non-Bose and Y-91 audio systems
Specifications
| Brand | CRUX |
|---|---|
| Model | SOCGM-18 |
| Type | Headunit Replacement Converter |
| Features | Retains Safety and Warning Chime Functions |
| Weight | 0.4500 |
| Color | Black |
Questions about this item
What does the 29-bit LAN label mean when the interface is installed in a real vehicle?
It identifies the GM data-bus protocol used from 2006 through 2017 so the module can translate chime and accessory signals for an aftermarket radio.
Which vehicle bus standard does the SOCGM-18 connect to and what functions does that connection support?
The unit plugs into the GM LAN 29-bit network and carries retained accessory power, illumination, telephone mute trigger and adjustable chime volume.
What physical space and mounting provisions does the SOCGM-18 require behind the dash?
The black converter weighs .4500 and is designed to tuck into the factory radio cavity of the listed Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC and other models.
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