Adding an aftermarket radio to 07-14 FAQ

[Gannon]

So just a little confusion reading through the thread. On an 09 Tahoe, installing a kenwood hu, do I need the parking brake bypass to watch while in gear, or can I tie it in with ground like back in the day? I couldn’t tell if if was by stereo, or vehicle. Thanks


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[Jason in DLH]

So just a little confusion reading through the thread. On an 09 Tahoe, installing a kenwood hu, do I need the parking brake bypass to watch while in gear, or can I tie it in with ground like back in the day? I couldn’t tell if if was by stereo, or vehicle. Thanks


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I simply connected the parking brake wire to a screw on the body of the Kenwood. Worked like a charm.

 

[cmyhre85355]

Has anyone popped a u0184 code after installing an aftermarket head unit? I have a PAC harness (unsure the model I’ll have to wait until it warms up to look)


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[Gideon K]

I have a bose Nav system in 2013 Yukon Denali XL. I'm planning to replace with Pioneer 8400NEX using Maestro RR. Does any one know if I need to HRN-RR-GM2 work or HRN-RR-GM5. Also for rear seat entertainment, I'm planning to add HRN-AV-GM5. Do I need anything else? Thanks in advance

 

[Rocket Man]

Has anyone popped a u0184 code after installing an aftermarket head unit? I have a PAC harness (unsure the model I’ll have to wait until it warms up to look)


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Yep. The factory system can’t communicate with an aftermarket HU. Ignore the code but keep that in mind if you’re flashing any of the factory modules like driver door switch, hvac, bcm, ecm (as in installing a tune) with either a Tech2 or tuner like EFI live or HP Tuners etc because the programming can hang and brick a module unless you pull the fuse to it. Don’t ask me how I know.

 

[jasqid]

I have a bose Nav system in 2013 Yukon Denali XL. I'm planning to replace with Pioneer 8400NEX using Maestro RR. Does any one know if I need to HRN-RR-GM2 work or HRN-RR-GM5. Also for rear seat entertainment, I'm planning to add HRN-AV-GM5. Do I need anything else? Thanks in advance

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According to Crutchfield site, that radio does not fit your veh. However, I just installed The Pioneer DMH-W4660NEX into my 2012 Tahoe and the GM2 harness was perfect. Your connections look exactly like what I just dealt with.

I would also recommend spending the extra 20 bucks and get USB aux port replacements and you can pop those 2 cig lighters out and make them USB ports.

 

[Rocket Man]

According to Crutchfield site, that radio does not fit your veh. However, I just installed The Pioneer DMH-W4660NEX into my 2012 Tahoe and the GM2 harness was perfect. Your connections look exactly like what I just dealt with.

I would also recommend spending the extra 20 bucks and get USB aux port replacements and you can pop those 2 cig lighters out and make them USB ports.

The only reason Crutchfield says a lot of the HU’s don’t fit our trucks is because of the plastic cage that’s behind the stereo. You just need to cut some of it out with a Dremel or just grab it with some pliers and break it out if you have to. It’s not needed. There might also be a metal brace back there that needs to be removed. Otherwise you’re limited to the short chassis HU’s which eliminates most of them.

 

[Gideon K]

According to Crutchfield site, that radio does not fit your veh. However, I just installed The Pioneer DMH-W4660NEX into my 2012 Tahoe and the GM2 harness was perfect. Your connections look exactly like what I just dealt with.

I would also recommend spending the extra 20 bucks and get USB aux port replacements and you can pop those 2 cig lighters out and make them USB ports.

Thanks for the info! I'll order GM2. Hope the player fits. I'll also add that USB port thingy. Just saw a video. Seems pretty nice to have!

 

[Jason in DLH]

According to Crutchfield site, that radio does not fit your veh. However, I just installed The Pioneer DMH-W4660NEX into my 2012 Tahoe and the GM2 harness was perfect. Your connections look exactly like what I just dealt with.

I would also recommend spending the extra 20 bucks and get USB aux port replacements and you can pop those 2 cig lighters out and make them USB ports.

I wouldn’t go by what Crutchfield says fits or doesn’t fit anymore. They’re now telling me that the Kenwood I have doesn’t fit. It definitely fits and I didn’t have to trim a thing. I don’t know what’s going on with Crutchfield and their fitment guide lately.

 

[slowride77]

Im hoping someone here can help me out. I had installed a Kenwood DNX893S expensive stereo on a 2013 yukon denali. The features are great and better than the stock. I also have the maestro so i retained mostly everything (lost ability to have 2 channels on the wireless headphones). The problem i am having is with the wireless headphones. I have noticed that it works off and on. When its not working i have to turn the car off and than back on a few times to get it to work. I had it at the GMZ dealership a few times. The first time they said it was the IR transmitter-i replaced it and i did he same thing. The second time, they told me it was the control module, they replaced it and it still did the same thing. I also took it to the car stereo place that did the install and they checked the kenwood out and said the problem is somewhere in the wiring because everything was working up to the factory harness. Im looking for help as i just want my kinds to be able to listen to their movie and my wife and i dont have to hear it. any ideas what the problem is?

This is the issue I am having also. I installed a pioneer 4500NEX with the GM pac module system. I used the RES retaining harness and I thought everything was good. Everything works exactly as it should with the exception of the wireless headphones. They cut in and out as we drive. The IR emitters are turning on and off. I can see them turn on and off randomly as we drive and so the sound drops. Anyone have any clues as to why the IR would randomly cut in and out? This is on a 2009 LTZ with the res /NAV package.


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