Gm Universal Home Remote On Nbs

[08 Sierra Z71]

Installing the GM Universal Home remote is pretty simple. Installation time took about twenty minutes. If anyone else has been considering installing the remote, the following information and pictures may be helpful.

 

1. This information pertains to 07 and 08 NBS half ton Silverado's and Sierras only. It may also apply to 2500 and 3500 NBS trucks.

 

2. Before ordering the GM Universal Home Remote transmitter, go to www.learcar2u.com or call 1-866-572-2728 and check if this unit is compatible with your current garage door opener or other devices.

 

3. The GM part number for my 08 Sierra is 25848609. Final cost was $169.63. If your truck has a sunroof and /or a sliding glass rear window, your part number will be different. Please consult with a parts person before ordering for the correct part number /console for your truck.

 

4. The new overhead console comes in only one color, regardless of what interior color your NBS truck has, (Cashmere, Titanium or Ebony). All headliners in both the Silverado's and Sierras are the same color. GM calls it gray, but it looks more beige to me. The color of the overhead console matches the headliner.

 

5. The new overhead console with the UHR comes as a complete unit. It includes the console, three button transmitter, light bulb, lens and microphone for the OnStar system. It does not include the passenger air bag indicator light. You will have to swap this out from your old unit.

 

6. The Universal Home Remote is plug_and_play. You do not have to flash or program the BMC, but you will have to program the transmitter for each garage door opener. Information on programming can be found in your owner's manual or by calling 1-866-572-2728.

 

7. The Universal Home Remote can be programmed for up to three devices. It can be programmed for both fixed and rolling codes. Most garage door openers made before 1996 use a fixed code, those made after 1996 use a rolling code. Currently, mine is programmed for one fixed code garage door opener and one rolling code garage door opener.

 

8. Another consideration before installing the GM UHR is that it is continuously energized, even when the truck is turned off and the key is removed from the ignition. Personally, I wish that the remote would not operate when the truck is turned off and the key is removed. Reason being is that I park my truck in the driveway. If someone were to break into my truck and knew how to operate the transmitter, they would have access into my garage/house.

 

9. The UHR has six LED's. One on each button and one in front of each button. These LED's are very dim, even at night. You will not be able to see them lit during daylight hours. You need to see them blinking when you are programming the transmitter, especially on a fixed code garage door opener. When programming, wait until dark or park inside a closed garage with your engine turned off.

 

Removing and installing the overhead console is pretty simple. The console is secured to the roof by four metal clips that are inserted into metal slots on the cab roof. Each clip is located near the corner of the console. I have removed the console twice. The first time was prior to ordering the console to see how it was secured to the roof. The first removal went fairly smoothly without breaking anything. The second time I removed the console, (after my part came in) I broke a plastic tab that holds the metal clip. (See pic) I am not sure why it broke the second time because I removed it excactly like I did the first time. No big deal because this is on the old console.

 

Theoretically, you should be able to remove the console by pulling straight down on it, one side at a time. I pulled on the console to the point that I thought it would break something, so I used an alternative method of removing the console. First, I removed the light bulb lens by prying it out with my fingernails. A small screwdriver or knife can be used, but it may scratch your console. Next, remove the two torx screws located under the lens. The torx screws secure the backend of the console to a plastic bracket. The plastic bracket is secured to roof by the metal clips. With the torx screws removed, the back end of the console is now loose. You can now pull the backend down enough to see the location of the front two metal clips. Pull straight down near the front to release the front two clips. The overhead console is now free. Disconnect the power plug. Unplug and swap out the Passenger Air Bag indicator. If you removed the torx screws earlier, the black plastic bracket will still be attached to the roof. Remove the plastic bracket from the new console and use your old one. To install, plug main electrical connector back in and snap console into place. Follow instructions in owner's manual on how to program the transmitter. If you have problems programming the transmitter, call the aforementioned phone number. They will assist you.

 

Programming on a rolling code garage door opener is easy. Just press the "learn" button on the garage door opener then press any button on the UHR within 30 seconds. Programming the second garage door opener that uses a fixed code with dip switches was a lot more time consuming and frustrating. It took me over an hour to get it to work.

 

Again, to anyone considering installing the Universal Home Remote, I hope that you find this information helpful. It took me a lot longer to write this stuff down than it did to install the remote.

 

Good luck,

 

Jim

 

Sugar Land, TX.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[Neutron]

I can't view the pics....

[slomo007]

Thanks for the great write up. Something to add to my to do list. Just wish the part was a little cheaper, seems very pricey.

[MelLandry]

THAT'S where the Onstar mic is! I don't have a garage door and don't need the buttons, but the location of that mic helps me out some. I was trying to decide on a location for my Motorola mic for my Bluetooth kit. I'm going to give it a try on the other side of the overhead console (will have to cut some slits). The Motorola mic is directional, so it may not work... but we'll see. (sorry for hijacking your thread on only the second reply of what I'm sure is going to be a historic post).

[ak63]

Jim, great write-up. Does the UHR require power to retain its settings. In other words if the battery was disconnected would the programmed settings be lost? If not maybe it could be wired into a different circuit. I suspect this might be a common problem with all car mounted openers that I never though about before.

[slimjim2525]

Great write-up, definately something I'm going to do.

[HawkeyeOC]

Very nice and complete writeup

 

I have the universal home remote and love it. The only downside to it is that range seems to be reduced over a stand alone remote, but its well worth it to get rid of the clutter.

[jhbrennan]

THAT'S where the Onstar mic is! I don't have a garage door and don't need the buttons, but the location of that mic helps me out some. I was trying to decide on a location for my Motorola mic for my Bluetooth kit. I'm going to give it a try on the other side of the overhead console (will have to cut some slits). The Motorola mic is directional, so it may not work... but we'll see. (sorry for hijacking your thread on only the second reply of what I'm sure is going to be a historic post).

 

The OEM UHR retains its programming after battery has been disconnected.

[tileking13]

Great write-up!!! I have been thinking about doing this for some time. Now ill for sure do it!!! Thanks

[pennzoil29]

I just love it when you guy's blueprint everything. Nice job.

[saxdogg]

a quick relay install would control its power with the key on/off

[08 Sierra Z71]

Jim, great write-up. Does the UHR require power to retain its settings. In other words if the battery was disconnected would the programmed settings be lost? If not maybe it could be wired into a different circuit. I suspect this might be a common problem with all car mounted openers that I never though about before.

 

Allan,

 

I was wondering the same thing too. Scroll back and see jeffbco's reply. Looks like he has the answer to our question.

 

Jim

 

Sugar Land, TX.

[2KCAV]

good write up

[dsmazz]

Jim - Where did you buy the overhead from? I called the dealer this morning and they want $229.11 plus tax. TIA - Mazz

[lerbud]

Jim - Where did you buy the overhead from? I called the dealer this morning and they want $229.11 plus tax. TIA - Mazz

GM Parts direct has it for $135.81 plus shipping............ GM PART # 25848609

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GM LIST: $229.11

OUR PRICE: $135.81

 

 

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