CAC F9MT27K1 9" Fascia Triton 16-18 MQ Auto A/C SWC Camera

Complete retention for early MQ models with automatic climate control.

Product Overview

The Car Audio Connect F9MT27K1 fascia kit is engineered specifically for 2016-2018 Mitsubishi Triton MQ models equipped with automatic air conditioning controls across Dash 1 and Dash 2 configurations. This comprehensive installation solution delivers seamless integration between your factory dash and modern 9-inch trapezoid headunits while preserving all essential features including steering wheel controls, reverse camera functionality, and USB connectivity that automatic climate control equipped early MQ Tritons were fitted with as standard in higher specification models.

Designed for plug-and-play installation with triple feature retention, this kit accommodates both Dash 1 and Dash 2 configurations found in 2016-2018 MQ models with automatic climate control. The included comprehensive retention package maintains thumb-operated steering wheel controls during highway cruising, factory reverse camera functionality for parking and towing safety, and USB connectivity without additional aftermarket cables. The automatic climate control specific engineering accounts for the digital climate panel layout found in premium trim levels, ensuring proper fitment around the sophisticated control interface. All integration harnesses connect directly to your early MQ Triton's factory wiring without cutting or splicing circuits, maintaining electrical integrity and factory functionality. Compatible with premium brands including Alpine, Pioneer, Kenwood, and Nakamichi, this fascia brings Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and modern navigation to your premium-spec early MQ Triton while maintaining the complete factory feature set.

Key Specifications

• Vehicle compatibility: Mitsubishi Triton 2016-2018 MQ (automatic air conditioning only, Dash 1 and Dash 2 configurations)
• Fascia size: 9-inch trapezoid aperture (universal 9" headunit compatible)
• Chassis code: MQ Triton series (2016-2018 early production, current generation)
• Included components: Fascia panel, steering wheel control harness, factory camera retention adapter, USB retention adapter
• Dash configurations: Dash 1 and Dash 2 (both compatible with this kit)
• Climate control: Automatic A/C only (not compatible with manual air conditioning)
• Installation method: Plug-and-play with factory wiring integration, comprehensive triple feature retention
• Headunit compatibility: Alpine AW409S, AX809, Kenwood DMX80AXS, Pioneer DMH-AP6650BT, Nakamichi Android systems, aftermarket Android headunits

Features & Benefits

Automatic Climate Control Specific Engineering – Purpose-designed for the digital automatic climate control panel layout found in higher-specification 2016-2018 MQ Tritons. This sophisticated control interface requires specific fascia accommodation that differs from manual A/C models, ensuring proper fitment around the electronic climate display and control buttons.

Multi-Dash Configuration Coverage – Fits both Dash 1 and Dash 2 configurations found in 2016-2018 automatic A/C models, simplifying ordering for early MQ premium trim levels. Both dash types share the automatic climate control interface, providing the common fitment foundation this kit is engineered around.

Preserves Factory Steering Wheel Controls – The integrated SWC harness maintains full functionality of your MQ Triton's steering wheel buttons, keeping volume, track skip, voice command, and phone controls exactly where your hands expect them during highway cruising, worksite communication, or hands-free operation while towing or managing job site coordination.

Retains Your Factory Reverse Camera – The included camera retention adapter ensures your existing reverse camera continues to function seamlessly with compatible aftermarket headunits. Premium-spec MQ Tritons with automatic climate control were typically equipped with reverse cameras as standard, making camera retention essential for maintaining safety during tight parking, trailer hookup, and worksite navigation.

Factory USB Port Integration – The supplied USB retention adapter preserves your existing USB charging and data connection located in the lower dash console. This maintains factory mounting locations and eliminates the need for loose aftermarket cables cluttering the interior of these premium-specification work utes.

OEM-Quality Construction – Precision-molded fascia panel matches your early MQ Triton's interior trim profile around automatic climate controls, delivering a factory-integrated appearance that complements the improved cabin quality of higher-specification current-generation models. Durable ABS construction withstands daily work use, temperature extremes, and the vibration common to light commercial vehicles.

Technical Specs

• Fascia panel material: ABS plastic with UV-resistant finish
• Headunit aperture: 9-inch trapezoid (universal 9" mounting pattern)
• Wiring harnesses included: ISO connector format with MQ-specific pinout
• SWC protocol: Resistive ladder network (compatible with PAC, Aerpro, and most aftermarket interfaces)
• Camera input: Composite video retention (NTSC/PAL compatible)
• USB retention: Factory USB data and charging retention via adapter
• Harness functions: Power (constant/switched), speaker outputs (4-channel), antenna connection, SWC integration, camera retention, USB retention
• Dash configurations: Dash 1, Dash 2 (both compatible with automatic A/C)
• Climate control: Automatic A/C only (not compatible with manual climate control)
• Model years: 2016-2018 only (early MQ production)
• Feature retention: Steering wheel controls, factory reverse camera, factory USB port
• Installation time: Approximately 60-75 minutes for experienced installers
• Colour: Black (matches factory MQ premium trim)
• Weight: Approximately 0.9 kg (fascia with comprehensive triple retention harness package)

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between automatic and manual A/C?

Automatic climate control features digital temperature displays and automatic fan speed adjustment, typically found in higher-specification models. Manual A/C uses rotary dial controls. This kit is exclusively for automatic climate control models, as the dash panel layout differs significantly from manual A/C.

Will this fit 2019-2023 MQ models?

No, this kit is specifically designed for 2016-2018 early MQ models with automatic climate control. Later 2019-2023 models have different electrical architectures and dash configurations requiring alternative fascia kits, even with automatic climate control.

How do I know if I have Dash 1 or Dash 2?

Both Dash 1 and Dash 2 configurations are compatible with this kit as long as you have automatic climate control. The shared automatic A/C interface provides the common fitment foundation. Always verify your dash layout matches the compatibility photo for your model year.

Will my factory reverse camera display properly?

Your aftermarket headunit must support reverse camera input for display functionality. Most modern 9-inch headunits offer camera support with automatic switching when reverse gear is engaged. Premium-spec MQ Tritons with automatic A/C typically came factory-equipped with reverse cameras.

Can I use this if I have manual air conditioning?

No, this kit is exclusively for automatic climate control models. Manual A/C models require different fascia kits (such as F9MT26K2 for 2016-2023 or F9MT26K1 for specific dash configurations) due to the different climate control panel layout.

Compatible With / Goes Well With

Confirmed Compatible Headunits:

• Alpine AW409S, AX809 (iLX series 9-inch systems with SWC, camera, and USB support)
• Kenwood DMX80AXS (9-inch flagship multimedia with SWC learning, camera input, and USB)
• Pioneer DMH-AP6650BT (9-inch wireless CarPlay/Android Auto with SWC, camera, and USB)
• Nakamichi Android systems (9-inch trapezoid models with comprehensive input support)
• Quality aftermarket 9-inch Android headunits with trapezoid mounting, SWC support, camera input, and USB capability

Vehicle Compatibility:

• Mitsubishi Triton 2016-2018 (MQ series, early production)
• Dash 1 configuration with automatic A/C
• Dash 2 configuration with automatic A/C
• Automatic climate control only (typically higher-specification models)

Installation Accessories:

• Trim removal tools (recommended for panel removal)
• Antenna adapter (may be required depending on headunit and factory antenna type)
• Additional SWC programming interface (if required by specific headunit brands)

Related Products:

• CAC F9MT26K1: For 2016-2018 MQ Dash 4 with manual A/C (no camera retention)
• CAC F9MT26K2: For 2016-2023 MQ with manual A/C (cross-generation coverage)

Important Compatibility Note: This kit is designed exclusively for 2016-2018 MQ models with automatic climate control. It covers Dash 1 and Dash 2 configurations. Manual air conditioning models, later 2019-2023 models, or other dash configurations require different fascia kits. Always verify your Triton MQ's exact model year, dash configuration, and climate control type against the compatibility photo before purchase.

Weight

0.9 kg (fascia with comprehensive triple retention harness package)