Aerpro ASSU16C SWC Interface for Subaru Factory Amplified Models

Quick answer

The Aerpro ASSU16C is a CANBUS steering wheel control interface for Subaru models with a factory JBL or Harman Kardon amplifier.

A vehicle specific plug joins the factory loom without cutting, and the kit carries the antenna, camera, amplifier and AUX retention leads in one bag.

Problems it solves

• A new head unit that leaves the wheel buttons dead. The ASSU16C reads them over CANBUS.
• Premium Subaru sound that drops out after the swap. JBL and Harman Kardon amp retention is built in.
• Missing trigger wires for navigation and camera inputs. Reverse, park brake, speed pulse, illumination and amp remote outputs are provided.

Specifications

• Interface type: CANBUS
• Patch lead: type H
• Outputs: reverse trigger (purple), park brake (green), speed pulse (pink), illumination, amp remote
• Keeps: steering wheel controls, JBL or Harman Kardon amplifier, reverse camera, AUX input, antenna
• Does not keep: vehicle menus, factory USB, telephone mute

Fitment and compatibility

Made for Subaru vehicles that left the factory with a JBL or Harman Kardon amplifier. Interfaces differ between Subaru models, so run your car through the Aerpro vehicle selector before ordering, and choose a head unit that accepts SWC input.

What is in the box

The ASSU16C interface with its Subaru plug harness, plus an antenna adaptor, reverse camera adaptor, amplifier retention adaptor and AUX retention leads. Aerpro sells the APP8 secondary ISO harness on its own.

Install notes

Adding an APP8 harness between head unit and interface saves joining wires by hand. The factory reverse camera shows only on a head unit with an RCA camera input.

Warranty

This comes with the manufacturer's warranty through the Australian distributor. See the manufacturer's terms for details, plus our guarantees under the Australian Consumer Law.

FAQ about the ASSU16C

Which Subaru models does the ASSU16C suit?

It suits Subaru models with the factory JBL or Harman Kardon amp. The Aerpro vehicle selector confirms your exact model. Interfaces differ between Subaru models, so run your car through the Aerpro vehicle selector before ordering, and choose a head unit that accepts SWC input.

Does the ASSU16C keep my factory USB port?

No. Aerpro lists USB as not retained, while AUX, antenna, camera and amplifier are kept.

How do I install the ASSU16C with a new head unit?

An SWC compatible head unit, ideally with an RCA camera input, and the optional APP8 harness. Adding an APP8 harness between head unit and interface saves joining wires by hand.

Also worth a look: Subaru Steering Wheel Controls and Steering Wheel Control Harnesses.