Entertainment Systems: Removal & Installation Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Radio Replacement

If the radio is replaced, perform a VIN Relearn, located in the Special Functions section on the scan tool. Cycle the ignition when complete.

Speaker Replacement Reference

Speaker Replacement Reference

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1. Remove the cluster bezel. Refer to «Bezel Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Cluster»(ref-238186-S39159874752006072400000) in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
2. Remove the 3 screws (1).
3. Pull out the radio assembly slightly in other to gain access to the connectors.
4. Disconnect the wire connectors.
5. Disconnect the coaxial cable from the radio.
6. Remove the radio assembly from the I/P.

Installation Procedure

1. Connect the coaxial cable to the radio.
2. Connect the wire connectors.
3. Push in the radio assembly in the opening in order to install the screws.
4. Install the 3 screws (1). Tighten: Tighten the screws to 1.6 N.m (14 lb in).
5. Install the cluster bezel. Refer to «Bezel Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Cluster»(ref-238186-S39159874752006072400000) in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
6. Calibrate the new radio assembly. Refer to «Service Programming System (SPS)»(ref-238189-S17700324852006072400000) in Programming.

Scheme 47

1. Remove the right side junction block from the instrument panel (I/P). Refer to «Instrument Panel Electrical Center or Junction Block Replacement - Right»(ref-238178-S03084725982006072400000) in Wiring Systems. Do not disconnect the electrical connectors.
2. Lower the I/P compartment door to the full open position.
3. From the junction block opening, remove the 2 retaining screws (1).
4. Pull the receiver and bracket assembly from the I/P compartment opening.
5. Disconnect the wire connector.
6. Disconnect the coaxial cable from the receiver.
7. Remove the receiver and bracket assembly from the I/P.

1. Connect the coaxial cable.
2. Connect the wire connector.
3. Install the receiver and bracket assembly to the I/P.
4. Install the 2 retaining screws (1). Tighten: Tighten the screws to 1.6 N.m (14 lb in).
5. Install the right side junction block to the I/P. Refer to «Instrument Panel Electrical Center or Junction Block Replacement - Right»(ref-238178-S03084725982006072400000) in Wiring Systems.
6. Close the I/P compartment door.
7. Perform the setup procedure for the digital radio receiver. Refer to «Digital Radio Receiver Setup»(ref-238185-S40870293342006072400000) .

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1. If equipped with a Bose™ amplifier, remove the radio amp fuse located under the hood electrical center. Refer to «Electrical Center Identification Views»(ref-238191-S08551619862006072400000) in Wiring Systems.
2. Remove the floor console bezel. Refer to «Bezel Replacement - Floor Console (Non-Luxury Upper)»(ref-238186-S16686501272006072400000) or «Bezel Replacement - Floor Console (Luxury Upper)»(ref-238186-S25531303372006072400000) or «Bezel Replacement - Floor Console (Non-Luxury Lower)»(ref-238186-S04986105992006072400000) in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
3. Remove the cupholder. Refer to «Cupholder Replacement (Luxury)»(ref-238186-S23238721642006072400000) or «Cupholder Replacement (Non-Luxury)»(ref-238186-S07304473312006072400000) or «Cupholder Replacement (Rear)»(ref-238186-S14111528502006072400000) or «Cupholder Replacement (Pro)»(ref-238186-S28677829312006072400000) in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
4. Remove the bolts (1) retaining the console to the instrument panel (I/P).
5. Remove the console storage bin. Refer to «Console Storage Bin Replacement (Expect Pro)»(ref-238186-S10507292742006072400000) or «Console Storage Bin Replacement (Pro)»(ref-238186-S17437748082006072400000) in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
6. Remove the center console end panel. Refer to «Center Console End Panel Replacement»(ref-238186-S09635527642006072400000) in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
7. Disconnect the audio amplifier electrical connectors.
8. Remove the 4 screws retaining the upper console bracket to the lower console bracket. The front 2 screws (1) are shown in the graphic.
9. Move both front seats to the fully forward.
10. Reposition the inboard seat track trim (1) in order to gain access to the rear console side panel screw (2).
11. Remove both rear console side panel screws.
12. Move both front seats to the fully rearward.
13. Remove both front console side panel screws (1).
14. Disconnect the floor console electrical connector.
15. Remove the console assembly from the vehicle.
16. Remove the audio amplifier screws (1).
17. Remove the audio amplifier from the vehicle.

Scheme 53

1. Install the audio amplifier to the floor console lower bracket.
2. Install the amplifier screws. Tighten: Tighten the screws to 3.4 N.m (30 lb in).
3. Install the floor console.
4. Connect the floor console electrical connector.
5. Install the screws (1) that retaining the upper console bracket to the lower console bracket. Tighten: Tighten the retaining screws to 2 N.m (18 lb in).
6. Install the bolts (1) retaining the console to the I/P. Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 4 N.m (35 lb in).
7. Install both front console side panel screws (1). Tighten: Tighten the screws to 2 N.m (18 lb in).
8. Move both front seats to the fully forward.
9. Install both rear console side panel screws (2). Tighten: Tighten the retaining screws to 2 N.m (18 lb in).
10. Reposition the inboard seat track trim (1).
11. Connect the audio amplifier electrical connectors.
12. Connect the floor console electrical connector.
13. Install the center console end panel. Refer to «Center Console End Panel Replacement»(ref-238186-S09635527642006072400000) in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
14. Install the console storage bin. Refer to «Console Storage Bin Replacement (Expect Pro)»(ref-238186-S10507292742006072400000) or «Console Storage Bin Replacement (Pro)»(ref-238186-S17437748082006072400000) in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
15. Install the cupholder to the console. Refer to «Cupholder Replacement (Luxury)»(ref-238186-S23238721642006072400000) or «Cupholder Replacement (Non-Luxury)»(ref-238186-S07304473312006072400000) or «Cupholder Replacement (Rear)»(ref-238186-S14111528502006072400000) or «Cupholder Replacement (Pro)»(ref-238186-S28677829312006072400000) in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
16. Install the upper console bezel. Refer to «Bezel Replacement - Floor Console (Non-Luxury Upper)»(ref-238186-S16686501272006072400000) or «Bezel Replacement - Floor Console (Luxury Upper)»(ref-238186-S25531303372006072400000) or «Bezel Replacement - Floor Console (Non-Luxury Lower)»(ref-238186-S04986105992006072400000) in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
17. Install the radio amp fuse. Refer to «Electrical Center Identification Views»(ref-238191-S08551619862006072400000) in Wiring Systems.
18. If the amplifier has been replaced, perform the audio amplifier set up procedure for the BOSE™ amplifier with UQ7 and Y91. Refer to «Audio Amplifier Setup»(ref-238185-S08260877492006072400000) .

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1. Insert a flat bladed tool between the audio control and the console end panel in order to pry gently the audio control from the panel.
2. Disconnect the electrical connectors from the rear seat audio control.

1. Connect the wire connector.
2. Install the rear seat audio control to the console end panel till it clicks in place.
3. Inspect the operation of the rear audio controls.

1. Install the CD player to the console till the tabs locks in place.
2. Place the bezel to the console.
3. Connect the electrical connectors.
4. Install the bezel to the console by pushing on the corners till the retainers clicks in place.
5. Install the I/P cluster bezel. Refer to «Bezel Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Cluster»(ref-238186-S39159874752006072400000) in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.

Scheme 56

1. Remove the floor console bezel. Refer to «Bezel Replacement - Floor Console (Non-Luxury Upper)»(ref-238186-S16686501272006072400000) or «Bezel Replacement - Floor Console (Luxury Upper)»(ref-238186-S25531303372006072400000) or «Bezel Replacement - Floor Console (Non-Luxury Lower)»(ref-238186-S04986105992006072400000) in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
2. Remove the floor console cupholder. Refer to «Cupholder Replacement (Luxury)»(ref-238186-S23238721642006072400000) or «Cupholder Replacement (Non-Luxury)»(ref-238186-S07304473312006072400000) or «Cupholder Replacement (Rear)»(ref-238186-S14111528502006072400000) or «Cupholder Replacement (Pro)»(ref-238186-S28677829312006072400000) in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
3. Remove the floor console storage bin. Refer to «Console Storage Bin Replacement (Expect Pro)»(ref-238186-S10507292742006072400000) or «Console Storage Bin Replacement (Pro)»(ref-238186-S17437748082006072400000) in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
4. Remove the floor console end panel. Refer to «Center Console End Panel Replacement»(ref-238186-S09635527642006072400000) in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
5. Move the drivers seat fully forward.
6. Reposition the inboard seat track trim (1) in order to gain access to the rear console side panel screw (2).
7. Remove the rear console side panel screw.
8. Move the drivers seat to the fully rearward.
9. Remove the front console side panel screw (1).
10. Carefully pull outward on the trim panel to release the trim panel clips.
11. Release the microphone electrical connector clip from the console.
12. Disconnect the radio volume compensator microphone (2) electrical connector.
13. Remove the screws (1) that retaining the radio volume compensator microphone (2) to the floor console trim panel.
14. Remove the radio volume compensator microphone (2) from the floor console side trim panel.

1. Install the radio volume compensator microphone (2) to the floor console side trim panel.
2. Install the radio volume compensator microphone screws (1). Tighten: Tighten the screws to 2 N.m (18 lb in).
3. Align the side trim panel to the floor console and connect the radio volume compensator microphone (2) electrical connector.
4. Install the electrical connector hold down clip to the floor console.
5. Align the trim panel to the floor console, push the panel towards the floor console to engage the panel clips.
6. Install the front console side panel screw (1). Tighten: Tighten the screws to 2 N.m (18 lb in).
7. Move the front seat fully forward.
8. Install the rear console side panel screw (2). Tighten: Tighten the retaining screw to 2 N.m (18 lb in).
9. Reposition the inboard seat track trim (1).
10. Install the floor console storage bin. Refer to «Console Storage Bin Replacement (Expect Pro)»(ref-238186-S10507292742006072400000) or «Console Storage Bin Replacement (Pro)»(ref-238186-S17437748082006072400000) in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
11. Install the floor console end panel. Refer to «Center Console End Panel Replacement»(ref-238186-S09635527642006072400000) in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
12. Install the floor console cupholder. Refer to «Cupholder Replacement (Luxury)»(ref-238186-S23238721642006072400000) or «Cupholder Replacement (Non-Luxury)»(ref-238186-S07304473312006072400000) or «Cupholder Replacement (Rear)»(ref-238186-S14111528502006072400000) or «Cupholder Replacement (Pro)»(ref-238186-S28677829312006072400000) in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
13. Install the floor console bezel. Refer to «Bezel Replacement - Floor Console (Non-Luxury Upper)»(ref-238186-S16686501272006072400000) or «Bezel Replacement - Floor Console (Luxury Upper)»(ref-238186-S25531303372006072400000) or «Bezel Replacement - Floor Console (Non-Luxury Lower)»(ref-238186-S04986105992006072400000) in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.

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1. Remove the I/P trim panel. Refer to «Trim Panel Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Upper»(ref-238186-S31882198492006072400000) in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
2. Remove the antenna mast.
3. Remove the outboard section of the cowl vent grille panel.
4. Remove the auxiliary battery, if equipped. Refer to «Battery Replacement - Auxiliary»(ref-238198-S03221849962006072400000) in Engine Electrical.
5. Remove the 3 bolts.
6. Remove the cable grommet from the body.
7. Disconnect the antenna cable from the extension cable.
8. Tie a long wire to the antenna cable.
9. From outside of the vehicle, pull the antenna base and cable assembly until the wire can be easily accessible. Ensure part of the wire is still in the vehicle
10. Remove the wire from the antenna cable.

1. From outside the vehicle, tie the wire to the new antenna cable and base assembly.
2. From inside the vehicle, pull on the long wire until the cable can be connected and grommet seated.
3. Install the cable grommet to the body.
4. Remove the wire and connect the antenna cable to the cable extension.
5. Install the 3 bolts. Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 5 N.m (44 lb in).
6. Install the auxiliary battery, if equipped. Refer to «Battery Replacement - Auxiliary»(ref-238198-S03221849962006072400000) in Engine Electrical.
7. Install the antenna mast. Tighten: Tighten the mast to 6 N.m (53 lb in).
8. Install the outboard section of the cowl vent grille panel.
9. Install the I/P trim panel. Refer to «Trim Panel Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Upper»(ref-238186-S31882198492006072400000) in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.

Scheme 58

1. Lower the front part of the headliner. Refer to «Headliner Replacement»(ref-238187-S00624669592006072400000) in Interior Trim.
2. Disconnect the cables (4) from the antenna base (1).
3. Remove the bolt (3) and expansion sleeve (2).
4. Remove the antenna base (1) from the roof.

1. Place the antenna base to the roof opening.
2. Install the expansion sleeve (2) and the bolt (3). Tighten: Tighten the nut to 6 N.m (53 lb in).
3. Connect the antenna cables (4).
4. Install the headliner. Refer to «Headliner Replacement»(ref-238187-S00624669592006072400000) in Interior Trim.

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1. Remove the instrument panel trim panel. Refer to «Trim Panel Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Upper»(ref-238186-S31882198492006072400000) in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
2. Disconnect the extension cable from the radio.
3. Disconnect the extension cable from the HVAC duct.
4. Disconnect the extension cable from the antenna.

1. Connect the extension cable to the radio.
2. Connect the extension cable to the HVAC duct.
3. Connect the extension cable to the antenna.
4. Install the instrument panel trim panel. Refer to «Trim Panel Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Upper»(ref-238186-S31882198492006072400000) in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console

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1. Remove the left windshield pillar garnish molding. Refer to «Garnish Molding Replacement - Windshield Pillar»(ref-238187-S01633474582006072400000) in Interior Trim.
2. Disconnect the XM radio antenna cable (1).
3. Lower the front of the headliner. Refer to «Headliner Replacement»(ref-238187-S00624669592006072400000) in Interior Trim.
4. Disconnect the XM antenna cable from the antenna connection above the headliner.
5. Remove the upper I/P trim panel. Refer to «Trim Panel Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Upper»(ref-238186-S31882198492006072400000) in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
6. Remove the cable clips from the windshield pillar and remove the antenna cable from the vehicle.

1. Install the XM antenna cable and clips to the windshield pillar.
2. Connect the cable to the antenna connection above the headliner.
3. Install the headliner. Refer to «Headliner Replacement»(ref-238187-S00624669592006072400000) in Interior Trim.
4. Connect the XM radio antenna cable (1) at the IP.
5. Install the upper I/P trim panel. Refer to «Trim Panel Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Upper»(ref-238186-S31882198492006072400000) in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
6. Install the windshield pillar garnish molding. Refer to «Garnish Molding Replacement - Windshield Pillar»(ref-238187-S01633474582006072400000) in Interior Trim.

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1. Remove the upper trim panel from the instrument panel (I/P). Refer to «Trim Panel Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Upper»(ref-238186-S31882198492006072400000) in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
2. Disconnect the digital radio antenna cable (1).
3. Fully open the I/P storage compartment in order to access the digital receiver (3).
4. Disconnect the antenna cable (2) from the digital receiver (3).
5. Cut the ends off the original cable and leave the remainder of cable in the wiring harness assembly.

1. Install, route and retain the new cable (5) to the I/P.
2. Engage the antenna cable clips (4, 6) to the I/P.
3. Connect the antenna cable (2) to the digital receiver (3).
4. Connect the digital radio antenna extension cable to the digital radio antenna cable (1).
5. Install the I/P upper trim panel. Refer to «Trim Panel Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Upper»(ref-238186-S31882198492006072400000) in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
6. Close the I/P storage compartment.

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1. Remove the 2 front seats. Refer to «Seat Replacement - Front Bucket»(ref-238199-S31382799122006072400000) in Seats.
2. Move the center console rearward slightly in order to disconnect the wire connector.
3. Move the console rearward to gain access to the subwoofer speaker.
4. Remove the 4 retaining bolts from the speaker.
5. Disconnect the wire connector.
6. Remove the speaker from the subwoofer assembly.

1. Install the speaker into the subwoofer assembly.
2. Connect the wire connector.
3. Install the 4 retaining screws. Ensure the screw follows the same thread in the screw boss so that a new thread is not formed. Tighten: Tighten the screws to 6 N.m (53 lb in).
4. Move the console forward in order to connect the wire connector.
5. Install the console to the I/P. Refer to «Console Replacement (w/Console Mounting Bracket)»(ref-238186-S13709555522006072400000) or «Console Replacement (w/o Console Mounting Bracket)»(ref-238186-S17950090572006072400000) in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
6. Install the 2 front seats. Refer to «Seat Replacement - Front Bucket»(ref-238199-S31382799122006072400000) in Seats.

Scheme 66

1. Remove the windshield garnish molding (2). Refer to «Garnish Molding Replacement - Windshield Pillar»(ref-238187-S01633474582006072400000) .
2. Disconnect the electrical connector (3) to the speaker.
3. Remove the speaker (1) by press until it is out of the molding.

1. Press in the speaker (1) until it is fully seated.
2. Connect the electrical connector (3).
3. Install the windshield garnish molding (2). Refer to «Garnish Molding Replacement - Windshield Pillar»(ref-238187-S01633474582006072400000) .

Scheme 67

1. Remove the trim panel. Refer to «Trim Panel Replacement - Side Front Door»(ref-238183-S33508017412006072400000) in Doors.
2. Remove the speaker by pushing down on the top retainer.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector.

1. Connect the electrical connector.
2. Install the speaker. Snap the speaker into place and ensure that the speaker is fully seated.
3. Install the trim panel. Refer to «Trim Panel Replacement - Side Front Door»(ref-238183-S33508017412006072400000) in Doors.
4. Inspect the component's operation.

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1. Remove the trim panel. Refer to «Trim Panel Replacement - Rear Quarter (Regular Cab)»(ref-238187-S15004368522006072400000) or «Trim Panel Replacement - Rear Quarter (Extended Cab)»(ref-238187-S14064149472006072400000) or «Trim Panel Replacement - Rear Quarter (Crew Cab)»(ref-238187-S12796361582006072400000) in Interior Trim.
2. Remove the speaker by pushing down on the top retainer.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector and remove the speaker.

1. Connect the electrical connector.
2. Install the speaker by snapping the top retainer into place.
3. Install the trim panel. Refer to «Trim Panel Replacement - Rear Quarter (Regular Cab)»(ref-238187-S15004368522006072400000) or «Trim Panel Replacement - Rear Quarter (Extended Cab)»(ref-238187-S14064149472006072400000) or «Trim Panel Replacement - Rear Quarter (Crew Cab)»(ref-238187-S12796361582006072400000) in Interior Trim. Verify the component's operation.

Scheme 70

1. Remove the door trim panel. Refer to «Trim Panel Replacement - Side Rear Door (Crew Cab)»(ref-238183-S38201451792006072400000) in Doors.
2. Remove the screws (1) retaining the speaker to the mounting bracket.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the speaker.
4. Remove the speaker from the mounting bracket.
5. Remove the bolts (2) retaining the speaker mounting bracket to the door, if required.
6. Remove the speaker mounting bracket.

1. Install the speaker mounting bracket.
2. Install the bolts (2) retaining the speaker mounting bracket to the door, if removed. Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 6 N.m (53 lb in).
3. Install the speaker to the mounting bracket.
4. Connect the electrical connector to the speaker.
5. Install the screws (1) that retain the speaker to the mounting bracket. Tighten: Tighten the screws to 2 N.m (53 lb in).
6. Install the door trim panel. Refer to «Trim Panel Replacement - Side Rear Door (Crew Cab)»(ref-238183-S38201451792006072400000) in Doors.
7. Verify the component operation.

Scheme 71

1. Remove the door trim panel. Refer to «Trim Panel Replacement - Side Access Door»(ref-238183-S27725459582006072400000) in Doors.
2. Remove the speaker by pushing down on the retainer.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector.

1. Install the electrical connector.
2. Install the speaker by snapping the speaker into place.
3. Install the door trim panel. Refer to «Trim Panel Replacement - Side Access Door»(ref-238183-S27725459582006072400000) in Doors.
4. Verify the component's operation.

Removal Procedure

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1. Move the screen to the open position.
2. Remove the rear screw cover using a flat bladed tool.
3. Remove the four retaining bolts (2).
4. Insert the J 38778 between the headliner and the DVD player assembly.
5. With 1 hand holding the DVD player assembly, pry the retainer from the bracket.
6. Allow the DVD player assembly to come to rest on the hook (1).
7. Disconnect the wire connector (1).
8. Slightly lift up the DVD player assembly so that the hook can be removed from its resting position.
9. Remove the DVD player from the vehicle.

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1. Install the DVD player hook (1) into the hook opening.
2. Connect the wire connector (1) to the DVD player assembly. IMPORTANT: Ensure the harness is routed to the right side of the large plastic pin as shown (2).
3. Install the harness retainer to the panel.
4. Swing the rear part of the assembly to the headliner so that the retainer is seated.
5. Install the two rear retaining bolts. Tighten: Tighten the 2 rear retaining bolts to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
6. Move the screen to the open position.
7. Install the 2 front retaining bolts (2). Tighten: Tighten the 2 front retaining bolts to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
8. Install the rear screw cover.

Battery Replacement

To change the batteries, do the following

1. Remove the battery compartment door located on the bottom of the remote control.
2. Remove the batteries from the compartment.
3. Replace the 2 AA-size batteries in the proper orientation.

If the remote control is to be stored for a long period of time, remove the batteries and keep them in a cool, dry place. Do not store the remote control in heat or direct sunlight. This could damage the remote control and would not be covered by your vehicle warranty. Keep the remote control stored in a cool, dry place.

To change the batteries, do the following

1. Loosen the screw on the battery compartment door located on the LEFT headphone ear piece.
2. Remove the batteries from the compartment.
3. Replace the 2 AAA-size batteries in the proper orientation.

If the headphones are to be stored for a long period of time, remove the batteries and keep them in a cool, dry place. Do not store the headphones in heat or direct sunlight. This could damage the headphones and would not be covered by your vehicle warranty. Keep the headphones stored in a cool, dry place.