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I was thinking about getting the OEM Kicker sub and amp installed in my truck. However, when I look on GM Accessories using my VIN, the one with the amp does not show up. If I just do a generic search for my year and trim, both with and without the amp show. Would there be a reason I could not have both in my truck? I do not have a Bose system. Thanks for the advice.

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The “amp” is not an amp. It is a sound processor. It is required for the non-bose system. The bose system already has the processor and does not require an additional. Hope this helps. 

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It doesnt list as an option under my VIN is what I do not understand. I would assume the truck did not come with one from the factory. It only lists the sub itself.

 

Also, it list it as a 200W amp and 200W powered sub. Its not a requirement as my 2016 only had the powered sub. The rest of the speakers do not sound as good as they should without it but the sub sounded great.

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I can find the part outside of GMCaccessories.com. When I put my VIN in on the website, that one doesnt come up as compatible for some reason.

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My AT4 didn’t come with either, and I am considering an upgrade. Been awhile since I did speakers & amps. The factory unit seems expensive. What is everyone’s take on the bang for the buck factor?

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I can tell you the factory sub I put in my 16 Silverado was amazing. I didnt put the DSP/amp in it though and wished I had. That is why I was going to do both with this one. 

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Double check you have the correct radio in the non-Bose setup. 

 

Also, here is a video that my be helpful if you decide this kit will work.

 

Kicker part #19417166

 

 

 

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The window sticker only says Premium 8". It's a non-Bose system. I would say I could call the parts department to ask but we all know they would say they dont have a clue as to why It says the sub is compatible but not the other amp with the sub.

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RPO = Regular Production Option
 

GM uses RPO codes to identify the various options used in each vehicle build including the stereo used, paint color, seats, etc.  Some RPO codes even find their way into model identification such as AT4, Z71, Z28, Z06, ZR1, etc. 

 

You can find some of the codes on the VIN stickers in the door jamb or under the hood. Also you can ask your dealer for a list of RPO codes for your specific vehicle by VIN. 
 

Once you have this info you can determine if you have the IOS radio. This is the RPO of the mid grade radio without navigation and what the previous Kicker part number says is required to be compatible. So if your RPO list shows and IOS radio, then the part is compatible. 
 

By the way I found this thread for a 2019 particularly interesting. Apparently IOS owners can buy an SD card and have the computer reprogrammed to get factory navigation which is identified by RPO code IOT.

 

I am curious if by chance you have navigation and/or do the upgrade so you effectively end up with an IOT, is the kit (with DSP/amp) still compatible?  It says for IOS radios so does the programming to enable nav somehow make it incompatible as it’s really an IOS with card + programming?Or does the true IOT yet have other things undiscovered that make it truly incompatible?

 

Maybe the better question, do you have nav and effectively the IOT unit?  If so, maybe this is your “why”. Whatever the answer, I would frame your question to the dealer differently so you get better results.

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Just looked at my RPO codes. It says IOS. I do not believe Nav is there. However...There is an app called GMC Maps+. It will do nav but I believe its just a downloaded app and without cell service it probably would not function. Looking up the 2021 specs, it looks like navigation only comes with the Bose system. At least each trim I looked at listed on Gm Authority only lists it that way. So I guess it SHOULD work with my truck. So now I know I am just going to aim for that so I have a complete system and not just add the sub.

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