Oh and one more thing... the Sony directions show the typical steering column mounting as a possibility, but I had trouble finding a good orientation for the remote and LED adjustment that worked reliably. Obviosuly, this would vary depending on the car, etc.... .

The Sony directions made no recommendations how to tweak this and actualy make it work (as usual)... they just describe how to physically install the remote and how to adjust the LED....

The orientations that worked for me on the steering column usually had the remote IR LED pointed at something at least somewhat reflective (windows, plastic trim, etc). But as I said, I wasn't too happy with the consistancy of the operation. Of course, your results may vary :).

Another note... holding the stalk in my hand and pointing it at the receiver worked fine with direct line of sight, so I am pretty sure my remote is not defective or anything.