2016 Yukon SLE > Adding factory wireless charging?

[Kittmaster]

I see a few threads of adding aftermarket versions of it. I was wondering if anyone has tried to order the OEM factory parts to install this single option into the vehicle.

I really want to use this feature and it comes down to if anyone has tried to install it in an SLE with the IO5 radio to see the wireless charging icon and if the harness under the center console is open to put the feature into the system.

Anyone ever give it a try or know if the harness is there to support it?

Thanks,
Chris

 

[jonsharp2000]

What type of phone are you using? there are lots of issues with the stock location of the charging coil, it won't line up properly on the new larger phones (Samsung Galaxy S7 for example). One option is to retrofit a Qi charger into the existing space (buy a stand alone usb powered charger, break out the charging plate and place it in the location where the factory one would go, this would allow you to place it further forward in the cradle (the current set up it's too far back and doesn't match up.) You can pop the bottom of your center console off pretty easily, and then get into where the charging bay would be by a handful of screws. Search this forum for wireless changing, someone did this I seem to remember.

 

[Kittmaster]

I have a galaxy S6, I kind of liked the idea of seeing the charge icon on the radio which is why I'm going to try an retro fit the OEM if at all possible. My guy at the dealer is pretty good about helping me out, the only concern was if the OEM harness break outs to support the OEM parts if I can purchase them. I was just wondering if anyone actually has completed the process or attempted it. I am waiting on the OEM service manuals from helminc to back trace the circuits and routing paths. Those aren't due until April 11. I've looked at a few wireless threads, not sure which one your mentioning. I'll try to keep looking. TY.

 

[ronkh]

Interested as well.
I tired my phone (galaxy s7) in a Yukon and no problems at all.
Hopefully it's an easy swap out.

 

[72-droptop]

I also wanted to add the OEM charger to my Tahoe. I purchased the a factory center console with the Qi charger. I disassembled the console and was ready to install the new one but the factory harness did NOT have the connection for the Qi charger. Someone posted they did have the connection available but mine did not. I found the correct wiring harness used for about $30. I haven't done the change over yet (to cold in my area to start pulling apart the plastic trim pieces).

 

[Kittmaster]

How much did you have to take apart to find the area where the connector "should" be? Any pics of the disassembly by chance?

 

[72-droptop]

I removed the back of the center console, the lid and the bottom of the inside compartment. You have to start at the back of the console; once this is off you can get a good view inside of the connections at the rear of the console; the rear environmental controls, 110v power, etc. . sorry...no pics.

 

[pfennig_san]

I have wireless charging on the center console but I use iphone. I've heard the next version of iphone may have it. Hopefully it will work with Android wireless chargers but kind of doubt apple will cooperate like that. On the other hand, apple car play doesn't work unless the phone is plugged into USB (and charging).

 

[salman]

I also wanted to add the OEM charger to my Tahoe. I purchased the a factory center console with the Qi charger. I disassembled the console and was ready to install the new one but the factory harness did NOT have the connection for the Qi charger. Someone posted they did have the connection available but mine did not. I found the correct wiring harness used for about $30. I haven't done the change over yet (to cold in my area to start pulling apart the plastic trim pieces).

I have done the same but i just ordered the charging module and the harness wire. After installing the module in the center console lid and connecting it to the exciting wire in the back of center console i find out that no power comes to that wire. Maybe because the fuse dont exist since the car doesn't come with wireless charging option.
Tried to locate the fuse in fusebox but no luck.

 

[Cattivo]

Can't you just install(hard wire) something similar to This instead

 

[Kittmaster]

I think you could, but the point is to make it OEM, so when your phone is charging, it shows up on the dash radio to show status.......which is what the factory installed option would do in operation......that is ultimately why I asked.

 

[Kittmaster]

Thanks for the the amazing images! Now I know where to look! I'm ordering the service manual from helminc on 4/11 when they are due, so I'll be able to do more research and see what's really what......especially the power missing to the connector. Thanks to all for contributing!

Chris

 

[Rmayrap]

dont bother. its slow as shit to charge and most phones now are too big to fit inside the tray anyway.

 

[Kittmaster]

I have done the same but i just ordered the charging module and the harness wire. After installing the module in the center console lid and connecting it to the exciting wire in the back of center console i find out that no power comes to that wire. Maybe because the fuse dont exist since the car doesn't come with wireless charging option.
Tried to locate the fuse in fusebox but no luck.

So resurrecting this because I have some feedback as I just today got to opening up the back and removing the trim panel to see what's what.

I got my service manuals about a week ago and having an SLE truck without it factory set up for wireless charging, I do not have this connector back there being pointed to. I only have 3 wire harness breakouts, one for the 120V inverter, one for the 12V cig lighter/ass and one for the rear climate, nothing else or even a hint of being able to add it.

I suppose I could buy a replacement harness, but that is a lot of work to take out the seat, dismantle the console and rework it.

So I guess for now, wireless for me anyway, is off the table.

Hope this helps someone.

 

[RST Dana]

I have wireless charging on the center console but I use iphone. I've heard the next version of iphone may have it. Hopefully it will work with Android wireless chargers but kind of doubt apple will cooperate like that. On the other hand, apple car play doesn't work unless the phone is plugged into USB (and charging).

I have 2016 Tahoe and iPhone 7plus with a q charger case from Groupon $13.00. New mat from a non charging Tahoe. Works great. I have to lay the right side in to the nat and slide it to the back.

 

[RST Dana]

dont bother. its slow as shit to charge and most phones now are too big to fit inside the tray anyway.

My 7 plus charges ok in my Tahoe

 

[Kittmaster]

The 7's typically work, I guess lots of people are having issues with the 8s and 8+s....the 2018 version moved to a 3 coil design to solve the issue.

 

[clogan2]

Inductive charging on my 2016 Tahoe LTZ takes approx three times longer to charge my phone (Droid Turbo 2) than does a cable plugged into USB port.

Not only that, but if Im using Google maps while on inductive charger, there is a net loss of power as I drive. That is to say, Google Maps consumes power faster than the charger can replace it.

The inductive charger is kinda neat, but it fails in real-world applications.

 

[Kittmaster]

How do you project Google maps while inductive charging?? Or are you just using it on the phone screen while it wirelessly charges to see the net result you mention?

 

[cmatt]

The 7's typically work, I guess lots of people are having issues with the 8s and 8+s....the 2018 version moved to a 3 coil design to solve the issue.

Yes, the 2018 version is better. It can be swapped in and made to work in earlier models with an adapter pigtail from pgamboa (he frequents another forum). The 2018 connector to the charging module is different.

Although, you’d still have to address getting power/ground back there if the console harness doesn’t have provisions for it.


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