1999 GMC Sierra Radio Replacement Radio Replacement

This guide will show the steps of replacing a...

iFixit Library 1999-2007 GMC Sierra Easy 30 minutes - 1 hour Guide 93379

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Before you begin

This guide will show the steps of replacing a radio in a 1999 GMC Sierra SLE. The radio that is being replaced is a stock radio, and the new radio is a XO Vision XD107BT. Since you'll be handling electrical cords during this installation, we recommend unplugging the car battery before proceeding with the replacement.

Step 1

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Use the gear shift to shift the truck from 'Park' to '1st Gear' so that the dash face is easily accessible.
Pop the dash face off, and place it to the side until the radio has been replaced

Step 2

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Remove the radio from its place.
Remove the bundled cable connector from the back of the radio unit.
Remove the antenna plug from the back of the radio unit.

Step 3

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Attach the radio plug to the back of the new radio.
Also, attach the antenna chord to the back of the new radio.

Step 4

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Align the slots along the sides of the new radio with the ones in the dash.
Push new radio in until you hear a 'pop' sound, telling you the new radio is in place.
Press the power button on new radio to insure that it works properly.

Step 5

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Replace dash face! Then you are finished!