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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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 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 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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STEP 1: The Ford radio is snapped into the vehicles dash. With the proper tool, known as Ford radio removal keys, the Ford radio can be pulled forward out of the dash. A clothes hanger can be used instead of actual Ford radio removal keys. Cut the clothes hanger and bend 2 pieces in the shape as shown in the photos above. For more information on how to remove the radio, see the diagram below.
STEP 2: Pull the radio from the dash. Unplug the antenna cable from the rear of the radio. Unplug the 2 wire harness connectors from the rear of the radio.
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Dash Disassembly:
1. Disconnect the negative battery terminal to prevent an accidental short circuit.
2. Unclip the trim panel surrounding the climate controls and radio including the hazard switch panel. Unplug and remove the panel. (Figure A)
3. Unclip and remove pocket if so equipped. (Figure B)
4. Remove (4) T-20 Torx screws securing the radio. Unplug and remove radio.
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Installation Note: This vehicle is designed with 2 different radio styles. Each radio design requires a completely different method of installation for a new replacement radio. The most important thing to understand is the difference between the plastic dash panel that surrounds the 2 different radio styles. This plastic dash panel actually dictates how you install your new replacement radio. Read below to find out why.
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Subject: Radio With Six Disc CD Changer Does Not Recognize Loaded CD And Displays An “INITIALIZING” Message, CD Will Not Play, CD Cannot Be Ejected, Or Disc Icon Does Not Illuminate (Reprogram Radio)
Models:
2005-2006 Chevrolet Avalanche, Suburban, Tahoe
2005-2007 Chevrolet Colorado, Express, Silverado Classic, TrailBlazer
2005-2006 GMC Yukon, Yukon XL
2005-2007 GMC Canyon, Envoy, Savana, Sierra Classic
2005-2006 HUMMER H2 with Six Disc CD Changer Equipped Audio System (RPO UC6)
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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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