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JTS1469 Enthusiast

JTS1469

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Plugs into VCIM.....

 

So I am assuming that it is pretty small.

 

 

 

It's about 1"x1" and has the ant. plug attached it's really small and takes up no space or additional work. Just clip it on and your done!

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Brewboy Enthusiast

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Plugs into VCIM.....

 

So I am assuming that it is pretty small.

 

 

 

It's about 1"x1" and has the ant. plug attached it's really small and takes up no space or additional work. Just clip it on and your done!

JTS

 

 

 

Anyone find a VCIM.....nothin on EBay right now

pss3757 Enthusiast

pss3757

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Read every post in this thread, and have a few questions....mainly about Bluestar / bluetooth.

 

Has anyone tried this with an iPhone....GM site says its compatible.????

 

In bluetooth mode....does the it utilize all FOUR speakers....or just the front two ??

 

With this setup....has anyone tried streaming audio from their phone (any phone)....streaming stereo A2DP audio??

 

It would help me, especially before i dive into this treasure hunt with the rest of you guys!!! Go LSU !!!

uranus Enthusiast

uranus

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Got my eBay VCIM ($100 and included the bluetooth antenna) today...oh my gosh...IT WORKS AND IT WORKS GREAT. Not to rub it in but if you can get your hands on a new or used one, do it. Plug and play and it uses the factory installed mic - 20 minutes to install and no dealer programming. Onstar works too - I'm not sure if its because I have a used one (4 miles on the wrecked Enclave) or if it will stop working in the future. I also have the two green lights on the rear view mirror.

 

Special thanks to 07crewsierra for breaking the news about being able to use a VCIM out of a 2009 in a 2008.

Brewboy Enthusiast

Brewboy

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I just picked up a vcim for my trailblazer,waiting on the antenna to see if it is plug and play.Im in Ontario Canada

 

Ya right....buy it in Canada at 4X the cost.

 

Example.....Steering wheel switch assembly USA retail = $26

 

Canadian retail = $74....I got it for employee pricing $45can

 

Im waiting for Ebay......

Hawk Enthusiast

Hawk

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Communication Interface Module Replacement (with RPO SLT)

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Callout

 

Component Name

 

 

  1.  

     

 

Preliminary Procedure

 

  1. <LI type=1>Remove the instrument panel accessory trim plate. Refer to

Instrument Panel Accessory Trim Plate Replacement. <LI type=1>Remove the HVAC control module. Refer to HVAC Control Module Replacement or HVAC Control Module Replacement.

Remove the radio. Refer to Radio Replacement.

 

1

 

Communication Interface Module

 

 

 

Tip

• Push outward on the 2 tabs to release the communication interface module from the bracket.

 

 

• Disconnect the electrical connectors.

 

 

• Reprogram the communication interface module after replacement. Refer to

Control Module References.

 

 

• When replacing the communication interface module be sure to transfer Bluetooth Antenna, if equipped.

 

 

 

I am having a hard time removing the old vcim. There are 2 silver brackets where the bottom of the vcim should slide out that it is catching on. There are also 2 bolts in those silver brackets, but I cannot even get it over the bracket to worry if the heads of the bolts will catch it as well. Am I missing something?

Hawk Enthusiast

Hawk

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Here is a pic with the red lines pointing at what I am referring to:

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You will have to view full size to see the red lines.

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Hawk Enthusiast

Hawk

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Got my eBay VCIM ($100 and included the bluetooth antenna) today...oh my gosh...IT WORKS AND IT WORKS GREAT. Not to rub it in but if you can get your hands on a new or used one, do it. Plug and play and it uses the factory installed mic - 20 minutes to install and no dealer programming. Onstar works too - I'm not sure if its because I have a used one (4 miles on the wrecked Enclave) or if it will stop working in the future. I also have the two green lights on the rear view mirror.

 

Special thanks to 07crewsierra for breaking the news about being able to use a VCIM out of a 2009 in a 2008.

 

I have mine installed finally (i have the navi and bose system). When I say bluetooth, it says sorry, etc. Did your system have the navi/bose system?

Hawk Enthusiast

Hawk

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Got my eBay VCIM ($100 and included the bluetooth antenna) today...oh my gosh...IT WORKS AND IT WORKS GREAT. Not to rub it in but if you can get your hands on a new or used one, do it. Plug and play and it uses the factory installed mic - 20 minutes to install and no dealer programming. Onstar works too - I'm not sure if its because I have a used one (4 miles on the wrecked Enclave) or if it will stop working in the future. I also have the two green lights on the rear view mirror.

 

Special thanks to 07crewsierra for breaking the news about being able to use a VCIM out of a 2009 in a 2008.

 

I have mine installed finally (i have the navi and bose system). When I say bluetooth, it says sorry, etc. Did your system have the navi/bose system?

 

 

Thanks to 07crewsierra!!!!! I have it working now. Was not saying Onstar at first when using the steering wheel button. Then you have to say Bluetooth. I was going by the instructions on page 2 and did not see where you had to say Onstar. But anyway, its working!!!! Have green light on left and after a few seconds after starting the truck the one on the right goes red. Now to get it in my G8!!!

Brewboy Enthusiast

Brewboy

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Got my eBay VCIM ($100 and included the bluetooth antenna) today...oh my gosh...IT WORKS AND IT WORKS GREAT. Not to rub it in but if you can get your hands on a new or used one, do it. Plug and play and it uses the factory installed mic - 20 minutes to install and no dealer programming. Onstar works too - I'm not sure if its because I have a used one (4 miles on the wrecked Enclave) or if it will stop working in the future. I also have the two green lights on the rear view mirror.

 

Special thanks to 07crewsierra for breaking the news about being able to use a VCIM out of a 2009 in a 2008.

 

I have mine installed finally (i have the navi and bose system). When I say bluetooth, it says sorry, etc. Did your system have the navi/bose system?

 

 

Thanks to 07crewsierra!!!!! I have it working now. Was not saying Onstar at first when using the steering wheel button. Then you have to say Bluetooth. I was going by the instructions on page 2 and did not see where you had to say Onstar. But anyway, its working!!!! Have green light on left and after a few seconds after starting the truck the one on the right goes red. Now to get it in my G8!!!

 

 

The red light must be tied to OnStar not resetting......some on this site say it will reset in a few days.......you should call them if your still using OnStar. I thought when you get a VCIM from another vehicle where it was previously working then you DID NOT need to have it programmed like a new VCIM?

Hawk Enthusiast

Hawk

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Got my eBay VCIM ($100 and included the bluetooth antenna) today...oh my gosh...IT WORKS AND IT WORKS GREAT. Not to rub it in but if you can get your hands on a new or used one, do it. Plug and play and it uses the factory installed mic - 20 minutes to install and no dealer programming. Onstar works too - I'm not sure if its because I have a used one (4 miles on the wrecked Enclave) or if it will stop working in the future. I also have the two green lights on the rear view mirror.

 

Special thanks to 07crewsierra for breaking the news about being able to use a VCIM out of a 2009 in a 2008.

 

I have mine installed finally (i have the navi and bose system). When I say bluetooth, it says sorry, etc. Did your system have the navi/bose system?

 

 

Thanks to 07crewsierra!!!!! I have it working now. Was not saying Onstar at first when using the steering wheel button. Then you have to say Bluetooth. I was going by the instructions on page 2 and did not see where you had to say Onstar. But anyway, its working!!!! Have green light on left and after a few seconds after starting the truck the one on the right goes red. Now to get it in my G8!!!

 

 

The red light must be tied to OnStar not resetting......some on this site say it will reset in a few days.......you should call them if your still using OnStar. I thought when you get a VCIM from another vehicle where it was previously working then you DID NOT need to have it programmed like a new VCIM?

 

 

Not using Onstar anyway.

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