--- product_id: 8116289 title: "Metra Electronics Axxess Universal RF Steering Wheel Control Add-On Interface, Standard Packaging (RFASWC)" brand: "metra" price: "$U149" currency: UYU in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.uy/products/8116289-metra-electronics-axxess-universal-rf-steering-wheel-control-add-on store_origin: UY region: Uruguay --- # Universal RF wireless control Customizable button remapping Mount anywhere on steering wheel Metra Electronics Axxess Universal RF Steering Wheel Control Add-On Interface, Standard Packaging (RFASWC) **Brand:** metra **Price:** $U149 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸš— Take command of your driveβ€”wireless control at your fingertips! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Metra Electronics Axxess Universal RF Steering Wheel Control Add-On Interface, Standard Packaging (RFASWC) by metra - **How much does it cost?** $U149 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.uy](https://www.desertcart.uy/products/8116289-metra-electronics-axxess-universal-rf-steering-wheel-control-add-on) ## Best For - metra enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted metra brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Tailor Your Controls:** Easily remap buttons to match your driving style - β€’ **Effortless Compatibility:** Works with most aftermarket stereos featuring steering wheel control inputs - β€’ **Flexible Mounting Options:** Attach the interface anywhere on your steering wheel for ultimate convenience - β€’ **Preprogrammed for Instant Use:** Volume, Seek, and Source buttons ready out-of-the-box - β€’ **Seamless Wireless Integration:** Add steering wheel controls without rewiring your ride ## Overview The Metra Electronics Axxess RF Steering Wheel Control Add-On Interface (RFASWC) is a universal wireless module designed to retrofit steering wheel controls to vehicles lacking factory buttons. Preprogrammed with essential functions like volume and track seek, it offers customizable button mapping and mounts flexibly on any steering wheel. Compatible with most aftermarket stereos, it enhances driving safety and convenience by enabling hands-on audio control without complex installation. ## Description Universal RF Steering Wheel Control Add-On Interface.Designed to add steering wheel controls to vehicles.Preprogrammed with your most popular features (Volume Up/Down, Seek Up/Down and Source).Option of remapping the buttons for your convenience.Mountable anywhere on the steering wheel Review: Works great, very happy - I’ve been upgrading my 2000 Ford Explorer and added a BOSS touchscreen stereo. It already had the ability to connect to existing steering wheel controls but, obviously mine does not have any. I thought it was extremely easy to install but, I am experienced with these sorts of applications. My stereo already had a input for steering wheel controls so that made it easy too. It easily mounted to my steering wheel and buttons work right away. I have not tried to reprogram a couple of buttons yet so I will update when I figure that out. I will search YouTube because the written instructions are missing a little something! Review: Works Very Well - Try Using Zip Ties. - Let's get some obvious cons out of the way... The included installation instructions leave out some important details - like an image that depicts the location of the LED and Reset Button on the RFASWC Interface. From the front on the Interface, the holes for each look identical, and if the LED doesn't light up, it's difficult to tell one from the other. Please note that the Reset Button is the hole in the middle, under the "X" in "AXXESS". The LED is the hole on the right side, under the "S". On the left side is the USB Port cover. The instructions clearly point out that the red wire is to be connected to a 12 volt accessory wire, and that the black wire is to be connected to ground. However there is a third wire, not mentioned in the instructions, that is black with a light green stripe - please note that this the antenna, so just leave it as is. The rubber strap works to attach the RFASWC Transmitter to the steering wheel, but by no means does the strap keep the Transmitter securely in place. With the rubber strap, the Transmitter is going to wiggle and move whenever you press a button. Also, as pointed out by another reviewer, once you cut the strap, it'll be very difficult to reuse it when the time comes to change the battery, because it'll be too short to thread through the slot in the back of the Transmitter. The first RFASWC that I ordered came DOA - the Interface was inoperable. So as to not waste time, I ordered a second RFASWC before returning the first. Returning the first RFASWC was very easy and free, through desertcart. All I had to do was print out a Return Authorization Label, put the label and RFASWC in the box and tape it shut. In fact, UPS just picked it up from my home today, and provided me with a receipt and tracking number. All that said, now for the pros... Metra Electronics Customer Service was helpful. I called and spoke to a rep who kindly explained that the black/green wire is the antenna - he actually had the product in his hand. I sent an email regarding the DOA Interface and within one day had a 10 email exchange with a rep to troubleshoot. The RFASWC Harness was easy to install. It doesn't get any easier than red wire to 12v accessory and black wire to ground. My JVC radio had a 3.5 mm female connector for SWC, to which it was easy to connect the 3.5 mm male from the Harness. There is an excellent workaround for the rubber strap - use two 7" zip ties, preferably ones that are smooth on one side. You may want to practice first, so buy a bag of zip ties. First take out the screws on the back of the RFASWC Transmitter. Remove the circuit board, rubber buttons and rubber strap. Here's where you may waste a few zip ties practicing... Don't put the two halves of the Transmitter together all the way. With the smooth side of the zip tie facing out, thread the tail end of the zip tie through the front half of the Transmitter, around the steering wheel, into the slot in the back half of the Transmitter, and back through the head of the zip tie, pulling the tail through the opening in the back half of the Transmitter, but don't tighten the zip tie all the way. Remember, this part is just practice to see how to thread the zip tie through the Transmitter. Now attach the two halves of the Transmitter and then tighten the zip tie. If you like the results, cut off the zip tie and prepare to do the procedure again with two zip ties. This time, place the rubber buttons into the halves of the Transmitter and hold them in place from the outside with some tape. I wrapped some self-fusing silicone sealing tape around my steering wheel, where I planned to attach the Transmitter, just to protect the leather and provide some extra grip. Thread two zip ties, tail first, through the front of the Transmitter, around the steering wheel, through the slot in the back of the Transmitter, though the heads of the zip ties and out the back of the Transmitter. Put the circuit board back inside the Transmitter and the secure the two halves together with the two outside screws. Position the Transmitter exactly where you want it on the steering wheel and then tighten the zip ties. Cut off the excess length from the zip ties and screw in the strap cover. I did this, and let me tell you, not only does it look better than the rubber strap, the Transmitter does not move at all... it is very tight. And when the time comes to change the battery, all I'll need are two more zip ties. If you are handy, I highly recommend using zip ties to secure the Transmitter to the steering wheel. The RFASWC Interface paired with JVC radio within seconds. It was very easy to orient the buttons on the RFASWC Transmitter an to marry it to the RFASWC Interface. The steering wheel control works flawlessly for volume, seeking and mute. I have not tried to reprogram any of the buttons. I have a Ford F350, lifted about a foot with leaf springs, riding on 385/65R22.5 super singles, which makes for a very bumpy ride on rough roads. The radio is an aftermarket JVC KW-NT500HDT, which has a touch screen. It was difficult to hold the steering wheel with one hand, and reach over to the radio to press the touch screen with my other hand, and touch the button I wanted. Often with one bump, I'd press the wrong button. This Steering Wheel control makes it much easier for me to control the radio while driving. I'd give this RFASWC 5 stars if there was a better way to attach the Transmitter to the steering wheel, right out of the box. Overall it's still a good product. ## Features - Universal Add-On Interface Universal RF Steering Wheel Control Add-On Interface - Designed to add steering wheel controls to vehicles - Preprogrammed with your most popular features (Volume Up/Down, Seek Up/Down and Source) - Option of remapping the buttons for your convenience - Mountable anywhere on the steering wheel ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0052HXPAI | | Customer Reviews | 3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars (64) | | Date First Available | May 24, 2011 | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | Yes | | Item Weight | 5 ounces | | Item model number | RFASWC | | Product Dimensions | 27 x 19 x 8 inches | | Warranty | 1 year limited manufacturer | | Weight | 0.4 Pounds | ## Product Details - **Color:** Black - **Material:** Plastic - **Brand:** Metra - **Fit Type:** Universal Fit - **Vehicle Service Type:** Passenger Car, Golf Cart, ATV, UTV, Truck, Go Kart, Tractor, Boat - **UPC:** 086429234547 - **Global Trade Identification Number:** 00086429234547 ## Images ![Metra Electronics Axxess Universal RF Steering Wheel Control Add-On Interface, Standard Packaging (RFASWC) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41McunMLNCL.jpg) ![Metra Electronics Axxess Universal RF Steering Wheel Control Add-On Interface, Standard Packaging (RFASWC) - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41sBEmlQQbL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works great, very happy *by M***T on October 16, 2019* I’ve been upgrading my 2000 Ford Explorer and added a BOSS touchscreen stereo. It already had the ability to connect to existing steering wheel controls but, obviously mine does not have any. I thought it was extremely easy to install but, I am experienced with these sorts of applications. My stereo already had a input for steering wheel controls so that made it easy too. It easily mounted to my steering wheel and buttons work right away. I have not tried to reprogram a couple of buttons yet so I will update when I figure that out. I will search YouTube because the written instructions are missing a little something! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works Very Well - Try Using Zip Ties. *by A***M on July 1, 2014* Let's get some obvious cons out of the way... The included installation instructions leave out some important details - like an image that depicts the location of the LED and Reset Button on the RFASWC Interface. From the front on the Interface, the holes for each look identical, and if the LED doesn't light up, it's difficult to tell one from the other. Please note that the Reset Button is the hole in the middle, under the "X" in "AXXESS". The LED is the hole on the right side, under the "S". On the left side is the USB Port cover. The instructions clearly point out that the red wire is to be connected to a 12 volt accessory wire, and that the black wire is to be connected to ground. However there is a third wire, not mentioned in the instructions, that is black with a light green stripe - please note that this the antenna, so just leave it as is. The rubber strap works to attach the RFASWC Transmitter to the steering wheel, but by no means does the strap keep the Transmitter securely in place. With the rubber strap, the Transmitter is going to wiggle and move whenever you press a button. Also, as pointed out by another reviewer, once you cut the strap, it'll be very difficult to reuse it when the time comes to change the battery, because it'll be too short to thread through the slot in the back of the Transmitter. The first RFASWC that I ordered came DOA - the Interface was inoperable. So as to not waste time, I ordered a second RFASWC before returning the first. Returning the first RFASWC was very easy and free, through Amazon. All I had to do was print out a Return Authorization Label, put the label and RFASWC in the box and tape it shut. In fact, UPS just picked it up from my home today, and provided me with a receipt and tracking number. All that said, now for the pros... Metra Electronics Customer Service was helpful. I called and spoke to a rep who kindly explained that the black/green wire is the antenna - he actually had the product in his hand. I sent an email regarding the DOA Interface and within one day had a 10 email exchange with a rep to troubleshoot. The RFASWC Harness was easy to install. It doesn't get any easier than red wire to 12v accessory and black wire to ground. My JVC radio had a 3.5 mm female connector for SWC, to which it was easy to connect the 3.5 mm male from the Harness. There is an excellent workaround for the rubber strap - use two 7" zip ties, preferably ones that are smooth on one side. You may want to practice first, so buy a bag of zip ties. First take out the screws on the back of the RFASWC Transmitter. Remove the circuit board, rubber buttons and rubber strap. Here's where you may waste a few zip ties practicing... Don't put the two halves of the Transmitter together all the way. With the smooth side of the zip tie facing out, thread the tail end of the zip tie through the front half of the Transmitter, around the steering wheel, into the slot in the back half of the Transmitter, and back through the head of the zip tie, pulling the tail through the opening in the back half of the Transmitter, but don't tighten the zip tie all the way. Remember, this part is just practice to see how to thread the zip tie through the Transmitter. Now attach the two halves of the Transmitter and then tighten the zip tie. If you like the results, cut off the zip tie and prepare to do the procedure again with two zip ties. This time, place the rubber buttons into the halves of the Transmitter and hold them in place from the outside with some tape. I wrapped some self-fusing silicone sealing tape around my steering wheel, where I planned to attach the Transmitter, just to protect the leather and provide some extra grip. Thread two zip ties, tail first, through the front of the Transmitter, around the steering wheel, through the slot in the back of the Transmitter, though the heads of the zip ties and out the back of the Transmitter. Put the circuit board back inside the Transmitter and the secure the two halves together with the two outside screws. Position the Transmitter exactly where you want it on the steering wheel and then tighten the zip ties. Cut off the excess length from the zip ties and screw in the strap cover. I did this, and let me tell you, not only does it look better than the rubber strap, the Transmitter does not move at all... it is very tight. And when the time comes to change the battery, all I'll need are two more zip ties. If you are handy, I highly recommend using zip ties to secure the Transmitter to the steering wheel. The RFASWC Interface paired with JVC radio within seconds. It was very easy to orient the buttons on the RFASWC Transmitter an to marry it to the RFASWC Interface. The steering wheel control works flawlessly for volume, seeking and mute. I have not tried to reprogram any of the buttons. I have a Ford F350, lifted about a foot with leaf springs, riding on 385/65R22.5 super singles, which makes for a very bumpy ride on rough roads. The radio is an aftermarket JVC KW-NT500HDT, which has a touch screen. It was difficult to hold the steering wheel with one hand, and reach over to the radio to press the touch screen with my other hand, and touch the button I wanted. Often with one bump, I'd press the wrong button. This Steering Wheel control makes it much easier for me to control the radio while driving. I'd give this RFASWC 5 stars if there was a better way to attach the Transmitter to the steering wheel, right out of the box. Overall it's still a good product. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great product but directions and tech service fall short *by T***F on August 24, 2013* Works great, although reprogramming buttons was a bit of work. The directions don't tell you, but you have to hit reset button to make it work and if you need to change it, you have to do that again, but then it works fine. Directions are lacking in clarity, but that is normal when they are written by the engineers who think we should know everything. Called for technical service and the rep kept telling me all the things I did wrong even though I hadn't done anything wrong, however, that was no surprise because previous reviews had said that tech service wasn't very customer oriented. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.uy/products/8116289-metra-electronics-axxess-universal-rf-steering-wheel-control-add-on](https://www.desertcart.uy/products/8116289-metra-electronics-axxess-universal-rf-steering-wheel-control-add-on) --- *Product available on Desertcart Uruguay* *Store origin: UY* *Last updated: 2026-05-09*