If you have a convertible, first you need to remove the waterfall. Do so by removing (4) torx T15 screws, 2 on top and 2 on the sides. Thanks for watching.
@@rondail5675 I didn't. It's a good idea to do just to be more comfortable. There really isn't a shock hazard while doing this, but nothing wrong with taking that extra step.
Nice work. Assuming something was amiss with the camera, as when you were removing console it appeared to morph into a Euro model w/right hand drive!!! lol, anyway, is it really necessary to move the Parking Brake handle?
Lol yea I took the video with my phone and forgot to flip the orientation so it is backwards. That's my bad. It helps get the ebrake out of the way, but it may not be necessary. I forget if there was enough room or not.
I finally ran out of excuses for NOT doing this repair on the HVAC in my 50th Anniversary C5. Using your video as a guide, I pulled the HVAC unit and soldered the 8 resistors. Results? Perfect! The display had been blank for several years. Now it's nice and bright! Thanks so much for making the video.
Update: Today I discovered the job I did was NOT quite perfect. I went to buy gas today and the fuel door would not release via the button. (To make matters worse, I didn't know where the manual release handle was located.) It turns out that pulling the console rearward caused the connector to pull out from the fuel door release button. That was easy to resolve. Then, for possible future reference, I found the manual release handle tucked up under the area near the fuel door. No panels or carpet need to be removed. The cable is clearly labelled "Fuel Door Release".
just broke my center console/radio bezel and need to replace it this video reminded me how to take it apart and was great to follow, thanks for the video even a few years later man!
Bummer to hear you have to replace it, but glad the video helped with the end result. Kinda wish I flipped the video during editing so it looks like I'm on the correct side of the car, but one of those editing mistakes I've tried to do better with over the years. Thanks for the comment 👍
No worries man I knew exactly what was going on by watching. I did take apart the entire interior of my corvette down to the body in white back in 2014 but its been that long since I have done that lol and was like how the heck does this come apart again haha figured youtube had it
Thank you so much for the great informative video, Im restoring my 20 year old C5 Commemorative Coupe. and also for the well lighted clear video , and your verbal explanation...you saved me alot of time and aggravation...YOU ROCK
Thanks for the awesome video. Very informative and clear. My display on the HVAC control module was dim and it just went completely out so I need to tackle that. After that I need to tackle the stripped headlight gear making the horrible noise (yet another common malady). Then my emblems on the front and back completely disintegrated / cracked / delaminated so both those need to be removed and replaced 🤬 It is a 2000 with about 26000 mi and always garaged so Im a bit baffled by the emblem and headlight issues as the car is rarely used.... anyway, thx for saving me lots of repair 💵💵💰💰 all my GM vehicles have fallen victim to the common issues 😞. Thank goodness for guys like you that put up these videos to teach us how to fix them!
Very informative console removal, thank you. My 05 has a shifter linkage situation, plastic Heim joint fell apart. $67,000 car 16 years ago, I would have thought they made it to last a lifetime. I'm disappointed in this design but have to deal with it.
I've noticed the same about the forum when trying to figure things out. Videos are definitely more helpful, so I'm glad it helped you out. Thanks for commenting and good luck with the ignition switch
Ce vidéo est faites pour une C5 de 2001 et plus. Mon module est différent pour une C5 1998, il y a les mêmes résistance mais placer d'une façon différente. J'ai effectuer les soudures sur toutes les résistances et ça fonctionne parfaitement. Merci pour le vidéo.
Awesome video Dave! I performed this task once with my Grandpa a few months ago on his torch red coupe (the car in my pic) we had to replace the center console lid, but for whatever reason, we took the whole console out. At least I got the experience from that and it's cool to see someone else perform the task and making a video on it. Keep the awesome uploads going and have an awesome day! Matt.
Thanks Matt. Not difficult and it's nice that it's screws and bolts instead of plastic clips. Plastic clips always scare me and fear breaking them. Thanks for the support as always.
@@YellowVette04 No problem bud. I agree, I broke a few plastic clips in my life, but at least GM was generous to make it easier on us! The LS1's are bullet proof too making the Corvette one of the best cars ever made!
For anyone not wanting to use a screwdriver on the cigarette lighter there is a blue clip that goes around it like a horse shoe in the black area it’s a push tab that in latches the part he uses a screwdriver for. Gl boys
I never used a screwdriver on the cigarette lighter. I used a T15 to remove the screw next to it and then mentioned there are tabs on the back in order to disconnect the cigarette lighter connector. I mention tabs on the back and yes they are blue and in the shape of a horseshoe. Thanks for commenting that clarification.
@@YellowVette04 Had my vette about 15 years....BCM took a powder but other than that it's bee good...the only think I don't like is the radio. CD player is useless and this is the solution for sure. Got it yesterday...ow just gotta make a little time to get it installed. I live in WYoming...not a lot of choices with radio out here. WELL worth the trouble to get bluetooth...don't care about phone but music is essential
All my gauges have quit working and need some guidance on the repair if at all possible, also my A/C puts out cold air on the driver’s side and hot air on the passenger side, can you help. 2000 C5.
The AC issue is the blend door. If you do a Google search for c5 blend door, you'll see a bunch of threads on the forums. It involves removing the dash pad to get to it, but isn't hard, just time consuming. I'm not sure about the cluster not working, except check the fuse panel in the Passenger floor footwell to make sure the fuse isn't blown.
I have a vid on fixing that yourself. Takes a few mins and only $15 if you don't have a soldering iron. If you have or know someone who has a soldering iron, then it's free. Not hard to try on your own, just don't be heavy handed when soldering. Thanks for watching.
Are you able to access the hyper flash bypass by just removing the console? I have to replace my yaw rate sensor and need to remove the dash for that. I thought possibly I might be able to reach the plug for the hyper flash through the console instead of taking the piece off under the steering wheel. I also watched your video for that as well. Thanks for the video's they are a lot of help.
I like that....it was good....Thank you....do you have a video how to change the transmission leather boot..?? Also because I have a 99 convertible ...How to remove the waterfall unit..???
I did not replace the shift boot or ebrake boot. There's 4 T15 screws that hold the waterfall in, 2 on top and 1 near the bottom on each side. After removing those, I think you just slide it up and off. I only removed it once, so I'm going by shotty memory lol.
Thanks for the great video I have a convertible and the notes below let me also know what to do. Now if you could just find the new sifter cable. on GM back order for four years?? go figure
Thanks for watching and glad the vid and instructions helped. If you can't find it new, there are used corvette websites that probably have it. Only problem is it's used so who knows how long it'll last. I think Corvette Mods has them, but they suck to deal with sometimes. Good luck
The ash tray and ash tray lidpulls out easily. The larger lid that covers the 12V and ash tray area is attached to the console. I haven't had to replace this large lid so I'm not sure. Looks like you would need to remove the console. Good luck
Nice Vid !!...thought you might have been having some ignition switch issues (common on C5's). I've waiting for a magnetic monopod for my iPhone and will do some diagnostic videos the next couple weeks before it gets to cold...also had to buy a video editor !!
Thanks Rob. No switch issues with mine but my father inlaw is having issues with his. I still use my phone for all editing and use PowerDirector. Free but it's limited so I upgraded for $5. I have a Galaxy so it's easy to swap SD cards between my phone and go pro.
Dave, I change my ignition switch 2 weeks ago LOL !!!...was a no crank -no start and some U codes and some other powertrain codes...I bought Pinnacle 22 video editorso I'm playing around with that right now...bought a cheap camcorder but my iPhone is better...if you Father In Law needs help let me know what issues he's having !!
Not always but sometimes he'll try and start it and gets nothing. Security light pops up and he gets some codes, not sure what those are so I'll tell him to write them down. He clears the codes and it usually starts after but not always. I'll have a talk with him and find out exactly what's going on.
If his is a C5 when he turns the key on "ON" the security light should go out....if not he might have an issue with the key...have him clean the key pellet with some alcohol first...it has a little resistor in the key that the BCM has to read correctly or the car won't start !!...and get the codes before he turns the engine off and see if they are "current" or "history" !! !!ua-cam.com/video/SviRjIsy9G4/v-deo.html
I am a novice at working on my 2001 c5 convertible Corvette, but after watching your video, am thinking of trying to remove the climate control module myself. Will then send in for repair to a service listed on Ebay. You mention that you also have to remove the waterfall in a convertible model and was wondering if you have any video of that process? Thanks much, Steve
I don't have a video for removing the waterfall, but there's (4) T15 screws that hold it in. If you lower the top but keep the lid open, you'll see them. Once those are removed, the waterfall slides up and out. I have a video on repairing the HVAC of you want to give your soldering skills a test. Not hard, just don't be heavy handed with it.
If you have a convertible, first you need to remove the waterfall. Do so by removing (4) torx T15 screws, 2 on top and 2 on the sides. Thanks for watching.
Did you disconnect the battery first? Should I?
@@rondail5675 I didn't. It's a good idea to do just to be more comfortable. There really isn't a shock hazard while doing this, but nothing wrong with taking that extra step.
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Nice work. Assuming something was amiss with the camera, as when you were removing console it appeared to morph into a Euro model w/right hand drive!!! lol, anyway, is it really necessary to move the Parking Brake handle?
Lol yea I took the video with my phone and forgot to flip the orientation so it is backwards. That's my bad. It helps get the ebrake out of the way, but it may not be necessary. I forget if there was enough room or not.
Thanks for being thorough and detail oriented.. you have the best c5 center console removal video on UA-cam.. 🙌🏽
Glad the video helped. I try to point out all the issues you might encounter so you're not scratching your head lol. Thanks for the comment 👍
I finally ran out of excuses for NOT doing this repair on the HVAC in my 50th Anniversary C5. Using your video as a guide, I pulled the HVAC unit and soldered the 8 resistors. Results? Perfect!
The display had been blank for several years. Now it's nice and bright! Thanks so much for making the video.
Glad the videos helped. Seems like a difficult task to accomplish but it's fairly easy. Now you can enjoy 👍
Update: Today I discovered the job I did was NOT quite perfect. I went to buy gas today and the fuel door would not release via the button. (To make matters worse, I didn't know where the manual release handle was located.) It turns out that pulling the console rearward caused the connector to pull out from the fuel door release button. That was easy to resolve. Then, for possible future reference, I found the manual release handle tucked up under the area near the fuel door. No panels or carpet need to be removed. The cable is clearly labelled "Fuel Door Release".
Wow this was an excellent, in-depth and easy to follow tutorial. Thanks man!!!
Glad the vid helped. Thanks for watching and the comment 👍
just broke my center console/radio bezel and need to replace it this video reminded me how to take it apart and was great to follow, thanks for the video even a few years later man!
Bummer to hear you have to replace it, but glad the video helped with the end result. Kinda wish I flipped the video during editing so it looks like I'm on the correct side of the car, but one of those editing mistakes I've tried to do better with over the years. Thanks for the comment 👍
No worries man I knew exactly what was going on by watching. I did take apart the entire interior of my corvette down to the body in white back in 2014 but its been that long since I have done that lol and was like how the heck does this come apart again haha figured youtube had it
Thank you so much for the great informative video, Im restoring my 20 year old C5 Commemorative Coupe. and also for the well lighted clear video , and your verbal explanation...you saved me alot of time and aggravation...YOU ROCK
Glad the vid helped. Good luck with your project. I appreciate the comment 🤘
I can’t tell you how helpful this video is, thank you for posting!
Glad the vid helped. Once you've done it once, you'll be able to do it in less than 5 mins.
Great video, Thanks! I was having trouble, but had forgotten the screw behind the ash tray!
Glad the vid helped. Good luck with whatever project you're working on
Thanks, man! Doing a swap for a touchscreen head unit and your instructions came in very handy.
Glad the vid helped. Good luck and you'll love the new head unit. That's something I'm leaning towards now. That's for the comment
seriously surprised you only have 8k subs. your real good on detailing the removal of stuff on the c5.
Doing this today to install aftermarket head unit and console - winter project #1!
Niiice... she back up and running?? We gotta meet up in the spring when the weather gets nice
Not yet. You have caused me to take a detour...gonna do my climate control LCD screen while I have it apart.
Thanks for the awesome video. Very informative and clear. My display on the HVAC control module was dim and it just went completely out so I need to tackle that. After that I need to tackle the stripped headlight gear making the horrible noise (yet another common malady). Then my emblems on the front and back completely disintegrated / cracked / delaminated so both those need to be removed and replaced 🤬
It is a 2000 with about 26000 mi and always garaged so Im a bit baffled by the emblem and headlight issues
as the car is rarely used.... anyway, thx for saving me lots of repair 💵💵💰💰
all my GM vehicles have fallen victim to the common issues 😞. Thank goodness for guys like you that put up these videos to teach us how to fix them!
Glad the vid helped man. That's weird that the badges did that. Good luck with the fixes and get back to enjoying the car.
Thanks for the info! Pulling mine out this winter to be repaired. All the best! 👍🙋♂️
Very informative console removal, thank you. My 05 has a shifter linkage situation, plastic Heim joint fell apart. $67,000 car 16 years ago, I would have thought they made it to last a lifetime. I'm disappointed in this design but have to deal with it.
I changed all my torx bit screws to phillip.
Great Video ! I need to do my HVAC controller too.
Thanks for watching. The HVAC controller isn't difficult at all. Just don't be heavy handed and you'll be OK. Good luck 👍
Liked. Removing my ign switch , this is a Godsend compared to the C5 forum instructions !
I've noticed the same about the forum when trying to figure things out. Videos are definitely more helpful, so I'm glad it helped you out. Thanks for commenting and good luck with the ignition switch
Great video, very helpful, yes the waterfall has to come out on a vert.
Thanks for letting me know. Thanks for watching and the comment 👍
Ce vidéo est faites pour une C5 de 2001 et plus. Mon module est différent pour une C5 1998, il y a les mêmes résistance mais placer d'une façon différente. J'ai effectuer les soudures sur toutes les résistances et ça fonctionne parfaitement. Merci pour le vidéo.
Very good video, right to the point with the right info.
Appreciate the comment and glad the vid helped.
Got mine apart today. Thanks for the video.
Thanks for watching and glad it helped 👍
Awesome video Dave! I performed this task once with my Grandpa a few months ago on his torch red coupe (the car in my pic) we had to replace the center console lid, but for whatever reason, we took the whole console out. At least I got the experience from that and it's cool to see someone else perform the task and making a video on it. Keep the awesome uploads going and have an awesome day!
Matt.
Thanks Matt. Not difficult and it's nice that it's screws and bolts instead of plastic clips. Plastic clips always scare me and fear breaking them. Thanks for the support as always.
@@YellowVette04 No problem bud. I agree, I broke a few plastic clips in my life, but at least GM was generous to make it easier on us! The LS1's are bullet proof too making the Corvette one of the best cars ever made!
Great video brother all these corvettes have so many dam clips but it comes out with ease I’ve done it ten or so times
Prying plastic clips always scares me and it never sounds good lol. Thanks as always
Great demonstration. Thank you!
Glad the vid helped 🤘. Thanks for watching and commenting
Great video man!! I removed mine a few times when I had my C5. Not difficult at all!! Thanks for the info as always bro!!
Thanks as always. Definitely an easy 5 min job.
For anyone not wanting to use a screwdriver on the cigarette lighter there is a blue clip that goes around it like a horse shoe in the black area it’s a push tab that in latches the part he uses a screwdriver for. Gl boys
I never used a screwdriver on the cigarette lighter. I used a T15 to remove the screw next to it and then mentioned there are tabs on the back in order to disconnect the cigarette lighter connector. I mention tabs on the back and yes they are blue and in the shape of a horseshoe. Thanks for commenting that clarification.
REALLY well done....99FRC....BT adapter goin in bro!
Appreciate the support and glad the vids helped. You'll love it 👍
@@YellowVette04 Had my vette about 15 years....BCM took a powder but other than that it's bee good...the only think I don't like is the radio. CD player is useless and this is the solution for sure. Got it yesterday...ow just gotta make a little time to get it installed. I live in WYoming...not a lot of choices with radio out here. WELL worth the trouble to get bluetooth...don't care about phone but music is essential
Music is the main reason I got it as well. Phone is a plus, but end up not using that much. If you have any problems during install, just let me know.
A1. Topnotch. Keep the informative videos coming. 👍🏾👍🏾
Appreciate it, don't forget to subscribe if you haven't already👍
All my gauges have quit working and need some guidance on the repair if at all possible, also my A/C puts out cold air on the driver’s side and hot air on the passenger side, can you help. 2000 C5.
The AC issue is the blend door. If you do a Google search for c5 blend door, you'll see a bunch of threads on the forums. It involves removing the dash pad to get to it, but isn't hard, just time consuming. I'm not sure about the cluster not working, except check the fuse panel in the Passenger floor footwell to make sure the fuse isn't blown.
Awesome video, I need to remove my hvac unit because back lighting is barely visible. Gonna send it out to be repaired
I have a vid on fixing that yourself. Takes a few mins and only $15 if you don't have a soldering iron. If you have or know someone who has a soldering iron, then it's free. Not hard to try on your own, just don't be heavy handed when soldering. Thanks for watching.
Great tutorial
Appreciate the comment. Glad the vid helped 🤘
Are you able to access the hyper flash bypass by just removing the console? I have to replace my yaw rate sensor and need to remove the dash for that. I thought possibly I might be able to reach the plug for the hyper flash through the console instead of taking the piece off under the steering wheel. I also watched your video for that as well. Thanks for the video's they are a lot of help.
I like that....it was good....Thank you....do you have a video how to change the transmission leather boot..?? Also because I have a 99 convertible ...How to remove the waterfall unit..???
I did not replace the shift boot or ebrake boot. There's 4 T15 screws that hold the waterfall in, 2 on top and 1 near the bottom on each side. After removing those, I think you just slide it up and off. I only removed it once, so I'm going by shotty memory lol.
Thanks for the great video I have a convertible and the notes below let me also know what to do. Now if you could just find the new sifter cable. on GM back order for four years?? go figure
Thanks for watching and glad the vid and instructions helped. If you can't find it new, there are used corvette websites that probably have it. Only problem is it's used so who knows how long it'll last. I think Corvette Mods has them, but they suck to deal with sometimes. Good luck
I need help. How can I remove a passanger airbag on my c5 I really don’t have idea how to do it
I've never done it, but I would think you'd have to remove the entire dash pad to get to it. Search on corvetteforum.com and see if anything comes up
Can you replace the ash tray lid without removing the console?
Great question and idk for sure. I don't have the car at my place at the moment so I can't check.
Great video...very informative! Thanks
Glad the video helped. Good luck
Very helpful video. Nice job.
Glad it helped and thanks for the comment
Great job on the video man I appreciate it big help
Glad the vid helped. Good luck
Wow that was a lot easier than I thought it would be thanks.
Not too hard at all. One of the easier dashes to pull apart. Always have the fear of breaking something, but go slow and you'll be ok.
Thanks for the video, very helpful.
Glad it helped. Thanks for watching 👍
awesome. Worked out perfectly.
Glad it helped. Thanks for watching and commenting 👍
To replace the ash tray lid. Do you have to remove console?
The ash tray and ash tray lidpulls out easily. The larger lid that covers the 12V and ash tray area is attached to the console. I haven't had to replace this large lid so I'm not sure. Looks like you would need to remove the console. Good luck
Nice Vid !!...thought you might have been having some ignition switch issues (common on C5's). I've waiting for a magnetic monopod for my iPhone and will do some diagnostic videos the next couple weeks before it gets to cold...also had to buy a video editor !!
Thanks Rob. No switch issues with mine but my father inlaw is having issues with his. I still use my phone for all editing and use PowerDirector. Free but it's limited so I upgraded for $5. I have a Galaxy so it's easy to swap SD cards between my phone and go pro.
Dave, I change my ignition switch 2 weeks ago LOL !!!...was a no crank -no start and some U codes and some other powertrain codes...I bought Pinnacle 22 video editorso I'm playing around with that right now...bought a cheap camcorder but my iPhone is better...if you Father In Law needs help let me know what issues he's having !!
Not always but sometimes he'll try and start it and gets nothing. Security light pops up and he gets some codes, not sure what those are so I'll tell him to write them down. He clears the codes and it usually starts after but not always. I'll have a talk with him and find out exactly what's going on.
If his is a C5 when he turns the key on "ON" the security light should go out....if not he might have an issue with the key...have him clean the key pellet with some alcohol first...it has a little resistor in the key that the BCM has to read correctly or the car won't start !!...and get the codes before he turns the engine off and see if they are "current" or "history" !! !!ua-cam.com/video/SviRjIsy9G4/v-deo.html
Thanks, I'll have to sit with him and see if we can replicate it.
Great Video
Thanks for the support 👍
Super helpful!
Glad the vid helped 👍. Not bad and you'll be able to do it in less than 5 mins after you've done it a few times.
I am a novice at working on my 2001 c5 convertible Corvette, but after watching your video, am thinking of trying to remove the climate control module myself. Will then send in for repair to a service listed on Ebay. You mention that you also have to remove the waterfall in a convertible model and was wondering if you have any video of that process? Thanks much, Steve
I don't have a video for removing the waterfall, but there's (4) T15 screws that hold it in. If you lower the top but keep the lid open, you'll see them. Once those are removed, the waterfall slides up and out. I have a video on repairing the HVAC of you want to give your soldering skills a test. Not hard, just don't be heavy handed with it.
Disconnect the battery or?
Depends what you're doing. You don't need to disconnect it for everything, but you can of you want.
YellowVette04 im changing my ignition switch, but i just realized that i cant take the center console without moving the shifter to neutral 🤦🏽♂️lol
I meant ash tray lid?
My lights are out on my aircondition control how do I fix it text me a video to show to fix it ok
There's a link on the video description to the video for fixing the dim display.
Have you had to do the EBCM repair yet?
No I haven't yet.
Thank you bro！！ Very good video service manual♫
Thanks, I appreciate it. You do some nice work on your C6 👍
Very kool -? R - U - in the UK** ur-steering on right side :-) thanks for ur help.....phill AAA++
No lol. I forgot to flip the video in editing. Thanks for watching and glad it helped 👍
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Glad the vid helped 🤘
Awsome man !:) thanks :)
No problem, glad I could help. Thanks for watching.
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Those clips are so dumb they are a pain at times, they are also used in the C6. They are so weird and they could’ve used different clips
You are so right about that. What's wrong with using the same clip from the active handling button? Bc it was too easy lol.