I got the OEM XM radio from http://gmdieseltech.com. I read the directions in the comfort of my living room. No Problem! I have all the listed required tools, I went out to my truck with box in hand and went at it.


Getting to the back of my CD/Cassette/AM/FM radio was no problem. Removing the back wiring plugs was a bit more of a challenge w/o breaking anything. Swapped plugs around and fed the line down behind the glove box. Took me a while to figure out were the mounting bracket goes. The diagram is inverted. Opened up the headliner, needed a hex wrench to remove the sun visior, taped down the drilling template and popped a couple holes in the roof. That worked out perfect.


The line from antenna to xm box comes in 2 pieces. I did not figure out feeding th line behind the glovebox up to the side colum as discribed in the directions. I improvised.


Turned on the truck and no radio. re-read the instructions and found I made an error on the corrective wiring from the am/fm radio. I did not wire in the hot wire and ground wire I disconnected for the XM box. Undid the plugs (aggravating) rewired and put back the am/fm radio. turned on the power and no radio. Took test light and I did have power. Checked under the hood and I had popped the fuse. I inserted a new fuse and it popped. I then revered the ground and power lines, I had them revered. That was an error on the part of the directions.


Turned on the radio and I had the preview channel! I then put the truck back together and put away my tools... 3 hours total. Went into call XM and activate Monday (Labor Day) at 4pm Mtn time. Payed a 2 year subscription and 1 1/2 hours later it was operating.


http://xmradio.com has the channel listings services, products, etc.


I really like operating this from my steering wheel. I can change to my regular radio,cassette,CD, have presets, the sound is great! The other big plus is that there is not anything else added to my dash. I would rate this as a 2 out of 5 on how difficult this add on was. http://www.dieselplace.com/forum/smileys/HiHi.gif


I would be more than happy to help anyone with any questions on this project.

Tazman, glad you got it working ok, I was unaware of the incorrect instructions but I will have to note it.

How do you go about preventing rust where you pop thru the roof? How much was the kit?

Sounds great. I like XM, but I wish there were more channels worth listening to. Some of it is crap. Now if these stereo places would develop a box that will fit behind the seat of a crew cab!http://www.dieselplace.com/forum/smileys/Cry.gif

You can get it here for only $278. Cheapest place I have found.


http://www.gmaccessories.net/todeychevrolet/


Also on the product page they have install instructions in pdf format with pictures and everything. I paid $333 for mine before I found this place.

Markzrt1-


The directions say to apply anticorrosion compound (GM part # 12346225). I dabbed on some rustolium. Prices for the kit are all over the board. As posted in this string, $278 to $400+. It seemed the after market kits do not included everything or work thru the factory equipment.


I like how this box fits behind the glove box. Leaves more room for all my 'junk' I have to carry along. http://www.dieselplace.com/forum/smileys/HiHi.gif

Anyone know if the GM XM kit will work with the 6-CD Head Unit? The comment at the Todey Chevrolet (http://www.gmaccessories.net/todeychevrolet/productDetail.aspx?ProductID=170641) link states "Will not work with vehicles equipped with code UM7 radio" Anyone know what the UM7 radio is?

From Helms:


RPO Description


UM7 Radio AM/FM Stereo, Seek/Scan, Clock, ETR


Sounds like a base model to me.


Dennis

Thanks Dennis!

Yeah that is the base model. I just got and installed my XM system today and I have the Bose model with the 6 disk changer. I just used some Maxima chain wax for my anti corrosion compound. It is basicly just cosmoleen. I used to work at a Nissan dealership and the factory stuff we used seemed to be about the same stuff. I don't know what happened with Tazman's instructions. I followed the ones that came with mine and I had no problems ie. blown fuses or no power. Also make sure you call the dealer activation number that comes with instruction and tell them you want GM 3 month trial. That way you get 3 months for free. I am always looking to save a buck so this is very important to me. $30 is $30. They will offer you a regular activation but you have to tell them about the GM 3 month trial. You need a 5/8" drill for the antenna hole which is a pretty big drill. I have a big drill set and didn't even think about it but when I went to get it I found out my set only went up to 1/2". It was even the biggest size that Home Depot had. A step bit aka Uni bit is another alternative.

I must be dislecsic... http://www.dieselplace.com/forum/smileys/Dead.gif

WHERE DID YOU GUYS GET THE "SPECIAL TOOL" REQUIRED TO RELEASE THE WIRES IN THE PLUGS THAT IS CALLED FOR IN THE TODEY CHEV INSTRUCTIONS FROM AN EARLIER POST??

THANKS :confused:

RONDE

Well this set up work for a stereo which does not have sterring wheel controls and the fancy stuff....I have just the normal radio/cd unit. I currently have the XM Commander mounted in the overhead compartment but would love to get it directly through the stereo....any help would be appreciated.

Sounds great. I like XM, but I wish there were more channels worth listening to. Some of it is crap. Now if these stereo places would develop a box that will fit behind the seat of a crew cab!http://www.dieselplace.com/forum/smileys/Cry.gif
I've seen some that go behind the seat.....

Will this unit work with a '02? I have both CD (in head) and Tape Player. Got one for last Christmas (haven't bought one yet), but don't like one hanging off the dash.

No it won't Horse Trainer

Thanks - knew it was too good to be true.

How do you "direct enter" Xm channels or set presets, it would be a pain to scroll up and down through 100 channels?

Wow how prices have risen in a couple of months it is now up to $397.54

Is there something like this for us 01-02 guys. I have the stock head unit w/ cd player. I dont want to buy a new radio or a plug & play unit with wires running everywhere.:confused: Thanks

From what I have found, this is only for '03s and up.:(



Is there something like this for us 01-02 guys. I have the stock head unit w/ cd player. I dont want to buy a new radio or a plug & play unit with wires running everywhere.:confused: Thanks

I've seen some that go behind the seat.....
check out www.proboxrocks.com or www.subthump.com

I just used a small pick to push tab down on the pins and they pulled right out. You set the XM presets the same way you set them for the regular radio.

gmpartsdirect still sells it for $333. I don't know what happened with Todey. If you got some time on your hands you can go to gmaccessories.net and look through the hundreds of dealers for the best price. I looked through about 10 before i found that great price at Todey but unfortunetly they jacked up their price.

Does this xm kit give station, artist, channel info?

BOUGHT THE GM KIT FROM LOCAL DEALER FOR $365., AND SINCE I DON'T HAVE A WARM GARAGE HAD THEM INSTALL FOR $95.

CALLED XM GOT 3 FREE MONTHS, NO SETUP FEE AND LOVE IT!!
(TOOK 2 YEAR PACKAGE ABOUT$8.XX A MONTH)

TRAVEL ALOT AND WAS GETTING TIRED OF HUNTING THROUGH STATIONS FOR SOMETHING TO LISTEN TO. $8. A MONTH ISN'T THAT BAD---PRICE OF A BIG MAC, FRYS, AND A COKE!!!

RECENT TRIPS TRYING OUT DIFFERENT CHANNELS NARROWED MY CHOICES DOWN TO ABOUT 12 (XM1 & XM2 PRESETS) INCLUDING CNN, THE WEATHER CHANNEL, CHICAGO TRAFFIC AND WEATHER, A COUPLE OF TALK CHANNELS,OLDIES (LIKE ME!)!!! JUST ROLL ALONG LISTENING TO MY TUNES!!

I COULDN'T LET MY WIFE BORROW MY TRUCK BEFORE, NOW I DIFFINETELY CAN'T LET HER IN IT!!! BIGGEST MISTAKE I EVER MADE WAS LETTING HER USE MY SUBURBAN---SHE NEVER SET FOOT (BUTT??) IN HER CARAVAN AGAIN!!! I'VE GOT HER CONVINCED THAT OUR DIESEL TRUCKS RIDE LIKE A ROCK!! ):h PLEASE DON'T TELL HER THE TRUTH!!!! I'M NOT S--TTING NOW!!!!:D
SEE YA!
RONDE

anyone have pictures of the wires, little cornfuesed on the a12 and b something ???? found some pictures


http://www.gmaccessories.net/todeychevrolet/content/gmacc_fad_splash/pdfs/XM-Install.pdf

Talked to one of my stealers yesterday. I was quoted $375 installed. Have an appointment on Wed to get hooked up. guess it helps when they know I'm looking to get two more vehicles in the next two months.

now I know if I can do it anyone can!!! this was so easy I could of done it with one eye opened. In between running a round and doing odds and ends, it took me about 1 good hour. the tool to take the wires out says to use a special tool, well I did have that so I used a sewing needle worked out and got the job done. because i'm in california I have to wait to setup with XM. I already have XM in my car tried online and this is the only thing that has been hard, LOL.......