Remove Factory Radio
STEP 1: Locate and remove two (2) phillips screws that secure the top of the plastic panel that covers the radio and air conditioner controls. They should be located next to the air conditioner vent levers directly above the (2) air conditioner vents. Pull the plastic panel gently from the top to remove it from the dash.
STEP 2: The radio will be held in with two (2) 7mm bolt screws; one on each side of the radio. Remove both.
STEP 3: To remove the radio, pull firmly. Unplug all connectors (1 blue, 1 white, 1 black) from the rear of the radio. Unplug the antenna cable from the rear of the radio. The radio is now free to be removed from the dash panel.
STEP 4: Since the opening is so big in the dash, The Install Doctor recommends using the plastic mounting bracket attached to the bottom of the radio just removed.
This bracket can then be attached to the bottom of the plastic radio installation kit and assure that this kit is properly aligned and secured to the dash.
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The OS-2CTS is a plug and play interface that allow the installation of an aftermarket radio into Cadillac CTS and SRX vehicles. It will maintain operation of the On Starо and factory amplified audio system. On Starо audio will play through the front speakers when active. It also retains all warning chimes and Vehicle Rear Parking Assist chimes.
• Class II circuitry will not disable vehicle data bus even if interface loses power.
• On Starо active LED and Ignition on LED.
• Provides +12v switched accessory output. No more searching for switched +12v in fuse box or kick panel.
• Mute output to either mute the aftermarket radio or to turn if off when On Starо is active.
• On Starо Volume control via factory steering wheel audio controls or click wheel .
• New radio will operate with the vehicle RAP (Retained Accessory Power) system, which is 10 minutes or until a door is opened.
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The GM20SR is a plug and play interface that allows replacement of a General Motors Class II factory stereo in Cadillac CTS and SRX vehicles. It will maintain operation of the OnStarо and factory amplified systems. The GM20SR has on board switching to allow audio from the OnStarо system to play through the two front factory speakers when OnStarо is active. It also retains warning chimes for Onstarо operation. For additional vehicle integration, use Scosche’s line of SWC-1 steering wheel controls (SWC) interfaces to retain SWC’s with the aftermarket radio. Also retains Vehicle Parking Assist chimes.
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STEP 1. Begin by removing the small black trim ring that surrounds the radio. Insert the hook tool behind the upper right corner of the trim ring and pull toward you to loosen the ring. Once the ring is loose, work the remaining three (3) corners of the trim ring loose. Set the trim ring aside. Turn the ignition to the “ON” position and shift the transmission into low gear. Just above the ashtray door, grasp the top section of the bezel that surrounds the transmission shifter and pull toward you to release two (2) clips. Insert the hook tool behind the right rear corner of the bezel just behind the shifter. Pull upward to release one (1) clip. Perform the same action in the left rear corner releasing one (1) more clip. Grasp the rear of the bezel and continue working loose two (2) clips on the left and right sides of the shifter. Work the bezel up and over the shifter knob and disconnect all wiring. Set the bezel aside.
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RGB Module Connections & Controls
The NV_RGB_X Video Interface is capable of both single video and dual video modes of operation. For dual video mode, the optional remote control pad is recommended for switching between the video inputs on the module.
Installation With Plug And Play Factory Harness
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The GMRC-03 is designed to be used in Cadillac’s that do not have Onstar or amplified systems. It will retain the warning chimes that are lost when the factory radio is removed. The GMRC-03 will also provide a 12 volt switched accessory wire for proper radio operation. *Note: The GMRC-03 can be used in Cadillac’s that come with a factory amplifier; however the factory amplifier must be bypassed and the speaker wires on the GMRC-03 must not be used. Running new wires to the speakers is recommended. If the Cadillac also has Onstar, that feature will be lost.
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This blower motor has undergone some changes in design so the installation procedures have also changed. The original motor was a two piece motor and the wheel was secured with a set screw. GM changed the design to a one piece unit with a fiberglass heat shield and the wheel is pressed on. On some of the models you may need to remove the front cradle bolts so the engine can be rocked forward. This will help keep the valve cover from interfering with the blower motor replacement. On all models; disconnect the negative battery cable.
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Exhaust System Removal:
For ease of installation and safety concerns, the use of a lift is recommended and be sure to wear safety glasses.
Prior to installation, be sure vehicle is parked on a level surface and the exhaust system is cool.
1) After your vehicle is properly secured and there is enough clearance to work from under the vehicle, the first step is to remove the oxygen sensor located between the catalytic converter and the center muffler – (See Fig. A). Use a 7/8-inch open-end wrench to remove the threaded sensor.
2) The next step is to determine where to cut the connecting pipe between the catalytic converter and center muffler. Using a tape measure, measure from the front edge of the catalytic converter flange (See Fig. C) back 20 INCHES for the STS or 18-1/2 INCHES for the DTS and mark the connecting pipe.
NOTE: Recheck your measurement
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If your original radio had a braided strap bolted to the rear of the radio.
TIP: Crimp a ring terminal to the new radios ground wire and insert a bolt through both connectors to connect the ring terminal of the braided ground wire to the ring terminal attached to the new radios ground wire.
If your original radio had a plastic connector containing a single wire plugged into the rear of the radio.
TIP: Crimp a male tab spade to the new radios ground wire. Slide it into the female tab spade connector that had originally snapped into the rear of the factory radio.
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This bulletin is being revised to add the 2005 model year and update the part number information for Permatex Quick Grid. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 03-08-44-005B (Section 08 — Body and Accessories).
Condition
Some customers may comment that the radio has poor reception or radio static/increased interference when the rear window defogger is turned on. Also, some rear window defogger grids may be inoperative.
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