Illuminated Door Sill Plates

[ikaika1984]

 

2015 Silverado LTZ.

So that's 229, for 2?

 

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[1stepcloser]

So that's 229, for 2?

 

 

 

Correct. The kit comes with two front sill plates and the wiring harness. Same as shown in earlier posts.

[ikaika1984]

Door Sill Plates

Enhance the appearance of your front and rear door sills with these stylish Door Sill Plates. Brushed stainless steel plates feature the GMC logo on the front set.

Item Part No. MSRP

Door Sill Plates - Illuminated Door Sill Plates, Black 22933517 $325.00

Door Sill Plates - Illuminated Door Sill Plates, Shale 23450584 $325.00

Door Sill Plates - Illuminated Door Sill Plates, Dune 22933518 $325.00

Door Sill Plates - Illuminated Door Sill Plates, Cocoa 22933519 $325.00

 

Sir

 

Is the "Cocoa" & "Dune" The colors of the "Sill plates" ???

[ikaika1984]

I've been wanting something like this for a while now. It would go so well with my floor lights. I'm actually looking at getting some of the non illuminated sills and cutting out the areas I was to light up and putting some frosted acrillyc or something. It'll take some work and time (maybe, or maybe it's a lot easier than I think it will be) so I'm waiting till I have time to be able to do it.

 

 

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EDIT: I would actually wire mine to work with my floor lights and change colors as well.

 

 

Mike

 

Do you have some pics of your floor lights? Also, what is the set up that you use i.e Do they stay on while driving, come on only when doors are opened, have a switch to turn them on if you want them on while driving? Thanks man.

[tbarn]

 

Sir

 

Is the "Cocoa" & "Dune" The colors of the "Sill plates" ???

Correct

[ikaika1984]

I talked with my GMC parts guy yesterday and they don't have any illuminated sills that say "Denali", they just say GMC. Don't think I can just have it say GMC, it would look much more authentic if I could find some "Denali" ones... Dang'it.

[ikaika1984]

Was looking around online and came across this product. Im sure some of you have probably seen this. Thought about this when i was reading the thread about cargo lights being powered while in reverse. Def a little pricey but an awesome addition

 

 

[1stepcloser]

So I finally got around to installing the new plates. Definitely a cool addition, although they are a bit pricey, I think they are worth the dough. If any one is interested, I took a few photos along the way.

 

This little tool helps to remove the panels and minimize damage.

The old sill pops off pretty easily, you could also remove it by hand, gently... use care as the backside edges can be sharp.

The upper part of the sill pops away from the A-pillar toward the rear of the cab.

It is easier to remove the panel under the steering column to gain access. It is held in place by two #30 Torx screws here

And here.

The panel then pops off toward the rear of the cab. Use gentle force... it will pop right off.

 

The BCM is visible right above the E-brake pedal. the connector of concern is the left connector, gray in color.

Unplug and remove the connector. The terminal lock bar will have to be released to remove the terminal. Just use a small dull screwdriver to gently lift the lock bar. It wont come off, but will lift up about 1/8 inch.

This is the wire of concern that will be used, it is gray in color. The terminal is held in place by a small locking tab, which must be released from the female side. (shown). once released the wire is pulled from the other side.

You're supposed to cut this terminal off and use the supplied butt connector to attach this to the sill plate harness.

I opted to install a male connector to the sill plate harness and connect the two that way.

Plug the sill plate harness wire, with the female connector, into the BCM connector, close the lock bar and reinstall the connector to the BCM. You can see in the photo, my connector for the sill plate harness. This would be the butt connector which comes attached.

Route the sill plate harness carefully under the steering column. I zip tied it to the support bar to keep it from tangling with control pedals, shift linkage, etc.

Across the center console, behind the audio/climate controls...

To the passenger side behind the glovebox.

 

Route carefully to the passenger A-pillar and zip tie in place, leaving enough slack to facilitate plugging and unplugging. I let it hang about to the floor.

Route the short side on the driver side, behind the E-brake pedal and zip tie to existing harness, leaving enough slack on this side as well. Plug the new harness into the sill plate and press the red lock tab forward.

The ground wire on the sill plate harness must be attached to any clean metal stud. I used the mounting stud for the steering column support.

 

Now reassemble all the removed parts.

If all went well, the sill should illuminate when any door is opened, in the same manner as the dome light.

I found the sill is a little bright for my taste... I plan to experiment to reduce the temperature of them.

From a distance though they really make a nice addition.

 

 

[jonny24]

Thanks for the write-up!

[BowHunter1]

Nice write up 1step!! I'd love to do this sometime down the road, too many other money sucking projects going on right now.

Nice write up 1step!! I'd love to do this sometime down the road, too many other money sucking projects going on right now.

[Darth_Vader]

Ugh, such a worthless way to spend $250, but I feel like I am going to have to do this...

[Josh_perry24]

I think they look great! Any idea if it's the same sill plate as the standard cabs?

[TXTruk15]

Just got these installed! Many thanks for forum member tbarn for sending me the official GM instructions and 1stepcloser for his very informative step by step with pix in this topic...

 

[Chadwilliam1]

Those are awesome I am jelly

 

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[NIXONRIDE]

Reviving an old thread as it is a great mod...I have had them on my truck for a few weeks now and haven't had time to wire them up...any one ever have a chance to load the factory directions