2003-06 Chevrolet Suburban/GMC Yukon XL Audio Installation Guide
About the Vehicle
- Make: Chevrolet / GMC
- Model: Suburban / Yukon XL
- Year: 2003-06
- Options: ONSTAR, 6 DISK IN DASH RADIO, BOSE SYSTEM, SUBWOOFER
Image: A photograph of a 2003-06 Chevrolet Suburban/GMC Yukon XL vehicle.
In Dash Application
- Dash Type: Double DIN
- Aftermarket Type: Single/Double DIN
- Kits: GM1583B/GM1590AB
- Harness: GM09SR
- Antenna Adapter: MDA-1
- Interface Adapter(s): (ONSTAR RETENTION) W/ BOSE SYSTEM - DCGM02S2B11B, W/O BOSE SYSTEM - DCGMOS210B
- Amplifier Locations: Under Center console
Wire Color Codes
- +12V Constant: ORANGE
- +12V Acc. Switched: DATA Driven
- -12V Chassis Ground: BLACK / WHITE
- +12V Illumination: DATA Driven
- +12V Dimmer: DATA Driven
- Amp Remote: PINK
- LF+ (Left Front Positive): TAN
- LF- (Left Front Negative): GRAY
- RF+ (Right Front Positive): LT GREEN
- RF- (Right Front Negative): DRK GREEN
- LR+ (Left Rear Positive): DRK BROWN
- LR- (Left Rear Negative): YELLOW
- RR+ (Right Rear Positive): DRK BLUE
- RR- (Right Rear Negative): LT BLUE
Speaker Notes
Front Speakers
- Speaker Sizes:
- Front Pillar: 1.5" Tweeter
- Lower Door: 6 3/4"
- Speaker Adapter: SAGMT95
- Factory Assembly: Tabs/Screws
NOTES: An optional 8" Subwoofer can be mounted in the center console with Premium BOSE systems.
Rear Speakers
- Speaker Sizes:
- Lower Door: 6 3/4"
- Speaker Adapter: SAGMT95
- Factory Assembly: Tabs/Screws
NOTES: An optional 8" Subwoofer can be mounted in the left rear quarter panel with Standard BOSE systems.
Installation Instructions
Radio Removal
- Turn ignition on and shift vehicle into first gear.
- The trim bezel unsnaps by pulling firmly.
- Using a 7mm socket, remove 3 bolts securing the radio. Disconnect and remove the radio.
Image: A view of the vehicle's dashboard area, showing the radio and surrounding trim.
Front Speaker Removal
- Use a panel removal tool to remove the plastic triangle trim piece.
- Use a panel removal tool to remove the plastic trim bezel around the door opener handle.
- Use a panel removal tool to remove the window control panel. Disconnect and remove all connectors.
- Extract one 9/32" screw from behind the panel.
- Extract one 9/32" screw from behind the door handle.
- Use a panel removal tool to remove the door lock and unlock indicator assembly.
- Pull upwards on the door panel to detach it. Disconnect and remove all electrical connectors.
- Push down on the top finger tab of the speaker and remove it.
Image: A hand using a tool to remove a front speaker from a car door panel.
Rear Speaker Removal
- Extract one 9/32" screw from the bottom corner of the door panel.
- Extract one 9/32" screw from the upper door handle area.
- Using a small flat screwdriver, remove the plastic bezel from the door opener handle.
- Pull upwards on the door panel to detach it. Disconnect and remove.
- Extract four T-15 torx screws from the speaker assembly. Disconnect and remove the speaker.
Image: A view of a rear car door panel with a speaker being removed.
Pillar Panel Removal
Front Pillar: Unsnap and remove the A-Pillar panel.
Rear Pillar: Remove the top center panel using a panel removal tool. Remove the plastic side panel using a panel removal tool. Cut any wire ties, then extract, disconnect, and remove the speaker.
Images: Visual guides showing the process of removing front (A-pillar) and rear pillar panels.
