The Mitsubishi Pajero (also known as Montero or Shogun in some markets) is a brilliant 4WD that's been a favourite in Australia for decades. When customers upgrade their Pajero NS, NT, NW, or NX models (2006-2020) with a Brummstadt Android head unit, there are four specific things they need to know about. Let's break them down in plain English.
The Rockford Fosgate Sound System Situation
Some Pajeros came from the factory with a premium Rockford Fosgate sound system - it's the one with the fancy amplifier that makes everything sound crisp and loud. If a Pajero has this system, the owner needs a special CANBUS harness to keep that amplifier working properly. Think of it like this: the CANBUS harness is like a translator between the new head unit and the existing amplifier. Without it, the amplifier won't know what to do and the sound quality drops significantly. Customers can check if they have Rockford by looking for the Rockford Fosgate badges on their speakers or checking their original radio. When ordering, they simply tick the "Rockford Fosgate System" option and Brummstadt includes the right harness. Easy as.
The Speedometer Wire Fix (Super Important!)
Here's something unique to Pajeros: after installing any aftermarket head unit, the speedometer might stop working. Don't panic - it's a known quirk and there's a simple fix. In the wiring harness, there's a white wire with a blue stripe (the speed sensor wire). This wire accidentally grounds the speedometer signal in Pajeros. The solution? Simply disconnect this one wire. Brummstadt's support team has photos showing exactly which wire it is. Takes literally two minutes to fix - just unplug it, tape it up safely, and the speedometer works perfectly again. This happens with ALL aftermarket units in Pajeros, not just Brummstadt's, so it's good to know about it upfront.
Keeping the Factory Reversing Camera
Pajeros with factory reversing cameras have a bit of a voltage mismatch. The factory camera runs on 6 volts (like a big torch), while modern head units expect 12 volts (like most car accessories). Customers have two choices here. Option one: keep the factory camera by adding an APVMT03 adapter - this clever little device converts the signal properly. It connects to specific pins (5 and 6) in the D221 connector behind the dash. Option two: replace the factory camera with a new 12V one from Brummstadt. Both options work perfectly - it just depends on whether the customer wants to keep everything original or upgrade to a newer camera with better night vision.
Those Extra Plugs That Don't Connect Anywhere
After installation, customers might notice some connectors from their old system that don't plug into anything on the new head unit. This is completely normal and nothing's missing or broken. The Pajero's factory system had separate modules for things like GPS antenna, radio antenna amplifier, and various control units. The Brummstadt head unit has all these features built right in - it's got its own GPS antenna, 4G antenna, WiFi, Bluetooth, and FM/AM receiver all integrated into one unit. Those leftover connectors can just be tucked away safely behind the dash. Think of it like upgrading from an old desktop computer with separate speakers, webcam, and microphone to a modern laptop that has everything built in - you don't need all those extra cables anymore.
Pro Tip from Brummstadt: Every Pajero installation is slightly different depending on the year and trim level. The Brummstadt team has helped hundreds of Pajero owners across Australia successfully install their units through online support. They know every variation, every quirk, and every solution. Customers get lifetime technical support via email and online chat, so if anything seems unclear during installation, help is always available. Most Pajero owners report the whole installation takes about 90 minutes once they know these four key points.
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