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RAYS B4U

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RAYS B4U

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My SS didn't come with XM Sat Radio. Could I go down to the local auto recyclers yard and pick up the receiver unit and associated parts that goes under the dash and have it work in mine?

 

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Ray

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Haven't done that kind of swap, but I'd say it will work but the radio will have to be programmed. Don't forget you need the XM antenna too.

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Thanks for the replys. I think I'll start looing around.

MS3DALE Senior Enthusiast

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I know you want to get one as cheap as you can but if the junkyard can't help you out you can get the GM setup at your dealer.

Its part number 12498768 and lists for $397.14.

I know its a little pricey but we've put a few in here at the dealership and their easy to install,its all GM,plus you get activation and the first three months free.

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RAYS B4U

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I know you want to get one as cheap as you can but if the junkyard can't help you out you can get the GM setup at your dealer.

Its part number 12498768 and lists for $397.14.

I know its a little pricey but we've put a few in here at the dealership and their easy to install,its all GM,plus you get activation and the first three months free.

 

 

 

Thanks for the reply. :cheers: I've looked at the factory kit and if all else fails then I'll probably buy it. I saw a totaled Silverado at my dealerships body shop the other day and it had the XM antenna on it and it got me to wondering if it was a doable swap.

BBSilverado Enthusiast

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sorry for the bad news, but a used GM XM receiver box will not work in any other vehicle and they can NOT be unlocked to work in any vehicle other the the original host vehicle. The radio does not require any programming for the addition of a GM XM kit. I have added the GM XM kit and it works great, that is after I tried a used one and found out the hard way that they can't be vehicle swapped. Also the factory radio can not be the base AM/FM only radio (it must have the "BAND" button to accept the XM option.

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