Center console swap?

16GMCSS · April 28, 2016

Just ordered the parts for mine this morning from gmpartsheadquarters.com.

harveyfamily · April 28, 2016

If I'm reading this thread correctly there are two additional bolts that the center console is mounted with but not the jumpseat. Do I really need those and if so can I get them at a hardware store or do I have to order them through GM?

ravageur1972 · April 28, 2016

We talk about the 2 bolt that secure the front console to dash......2x m6x1 with washersome

They bolt in the bracket you install instead the ashtray......you can install them or not but not having they will loose the front of console and making noise....so for about 10 cents it is a great addition you may take consideration

harveyfamily · April 28, 2016

I thought that's what I read. Can I get those at Home Depot or Lowes?

vettecowboy78 · April 28, 2016

I got them at my local ace hardware store

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ravageur1972 · April 28, 2016

make sure you get flat washer with bolts.......hold better on long term..... you will love the center console really great addition

harveyfamily · April 28, 2016

The wiring will be fun. It is possible to take the wiring out of the big connector on the console and use the connector/harness for the jump seat to place those wires in to avoid cutting anything? Basically replace the connector.

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harveyfamily · April 29, 2016

Got the 4 bolts out in preparation for tomorrow when I'll do the swap. What a pain.

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harveyfamily · April 29, 2016

In the process of removing the jump seat and I'm having a heck of a time getting the wiring harness disconnected from the area under that carpet square! Same with the USB right next to it. On mine there's a red retaining clip on the harness connector that I've already undone but the harness won't come out. The USB looks like it has a red clip as well that you push sideways but again it won't come out.

DCazares · April 29, 2016

Did you remove the passenger seat?

harveyfamily · April 29, 2016

I was hoping to avoid that but if I need to I guess I will.

What size torx bit do I need to remove the back seat bolts?

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1911-A1 · April 29, 2016

T-50 torx socket to remove the seat.You'll be glad you pulled the seat.makes life much easier.The large connector has basically a lever that hinges back and pops the connector open,once the seat is out of the way it will be obvious.Dont worry about the seat belt there is plenty of slack to take the seat out with it connected.Don't stress over the swap just take your time,A bonus to removing the seat is it makes it real easy to vacum the carpet when you're done!If you get stuck take a break grab a cold beverage and read through the thread again.I believe everyone has had success.It realy is an easy process. Have fun

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harveyfamily · April 30, 2016

Got the console in! I ended up using a T-47 bit to get the bolts out for the seat.

I ended up splicing the jump seat and console harnesses together like a Y and connected everything. The usb connection in the jump seat is connected to the front 3 USB. All 3 charge and all 3 play music. Both cig ports on the front work. I didn't test the 110v plug since it was plug and play. Both cig ports work in the console. The USB in the console isn't yet but that's because I don't have the USB cable connected to the HMI yet. I ran out of time today plus the weather was crappy. I can access the USB cable from the console easily though once I take off the side panel. I'm confident it will work unless it's a programming thing. The wiring is spliced with the front USB port wiring and I know that works.

I couldn't bolt the from two floor bolts as the holes didn't line up. Getting the passenger seat back in was a PAIN!!everything is back together and the console looks nice!! The LED is wired up to one of the cig ports but I didn't realize that I picked one that requires the truck to be on. Oh well. .

Thanks everyone for your help!!

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JorgeGomez4462 · April 30, 2016

Hey, I was wondering if there is a post with the Jet Black Interior Center Console. Since I've been looking for them everywhere and can't find the part numbers for them! Also, what do I have to do in order to install my center console? Maybe a Step post? If you guys could help me out, I would really appreciate it! Thanks!

Edited April 30, 2016 by JorgeGomez4462