Thanks for this video, I found it really helpful for removing trim pieces and wiring. Saw some comments about a different amp. I just bought my system a week ago and will confirm the amp has changed. There are no gain switches and no place to plug in the control knob. Install was incredibly straight forward using this video and the instructions from the QR code. Easiest install I’ve ever done. Kudos to GM for the pre supplied fire wall access! After testing it out, adding this sub to the Bose system really makes a huge difference, and sounds great, perfect for my needs. The sub is integrated well and you can control the base level via the equalizer audio settings.
So for those wondering what the sound is like without moving all of the amp switches to the "up" position with the bass knob, let me say this. Without moving the switch, you have to turn the head unit EQ up quite a bit to get a decent amount of bass from the sub. Problem is the console (stock) sub will start to sound a bit harsh. At certain volume levels the sound is good and balanced but nothing special. At high volume, not enough punch. Keep in mind I had to turn the bass knob up about 90% for decent results. I then tried the sound the adjustments (switches up) and what a difference! Bass knob about 45-50% and I can turn down the head unit's EQ (bass) down about 45-50%. Much improved. Be cautious however because according to Kicker, any changes to the amp will void the warranty. Overall I would rate the sound a 5 out of 10 w/out the adjustment and a 7.5-8.0 out of 10 with the change. BonecrusherSS, thanks for the video!!
Thanks for the honest feedback - that helps out everyone that finds this video. I have my sub turned to about 75% - it is a bit loud for some songs and I probably should turn it down - but haven't bothered too.
Do you by chance have a part number for that amp? I just recently installed this kit on my 2020 and the amp they sent doesn’t have the option for a bass knob and I’m trying to hunt one of these down. Also with you having the base knob does that mean the sub bass output is controlled separately from your door speakers and the head unit?
You can't expect alot from a 200 w system. The cost to me isn't worth the one I've heard. I feel people are better off getting a t harness and running whatever sub and box they like.
@sergio223-b3s I actually ended installing it myself since the dealer wanted the truck for a week which made zero sense to me. It wasn't bad, probably about 2 hours in total with most of that fighting to get the giant battery out so I could access the firewall grommet. No idea on the compatibility, mine is a 22.5 Trail Boss "Refresh" diesel with bose and I'm pretty happy with it.
Just got off the phone with Kicker. The guy at tech support said that the chip shortage during covid impacted the amp that was included in this package. He said that for a while during covid, the amp was changed to the one that does not allow for the bass controller. But... he also said that they were able to switch back in late 2023. On the side of the box there should be a sticker from Kicker that shows the month and year of manufacture. On mine, the GM serial tag is on the box right next to Kicker's. So, anything from late 2021-late 2023 will NOT have the ability to add the bass control, and anything from pre 2021, and 2024 forward will allow for this addition. For what it's worth - he also said the amp they temporarily used during covid has a bit more output. He said he's heard them side-by-side, and actually preferred the sound better from the covid amp. Mine is May 2023, so I'm stuck without the controller. I'm probably the only person here that wanted it so I could turn it down, as I have an infant and a toddler that I was hoping to be able to turn it down for, rather than wanting it so I could max it out...
@@bonecrrusherSS Yes and I checked last night and for sure no place to plug in the kicker knob volume control and no gain switches on the amp. I’ll just take the knob back to Best Buy and get refund. Hope it sounds as good as the one I had in my Trailboss in 2020.
FYI, I just bought one online directly from gm and had it shipped to a local dealer, picked it up today. The amp does have the remote bass control port as well as the "adjustable" gain switches. Paperwork included stated Rev E and was dated this past July of 2023; so, these other amps are still out there. I wasnt sure if i would get this style or the nonadjustable as others have received.
great video! I've been wanting to do this upgrade but every sound shop is quoting like $2500 to do it, I work on computers for a living so I'm sure I can install this lol
Thanks for the video. I had this kit, except it has an additional amp, installed today along with the knob which as you said is definitely essential. I’m looking forward to seeing if you modify the underseat storage to work with it.
I'm having this same unit installed today at the dealership. They called me earlier to let me know the 3.5mm jack for the external bass adjustment that I took with me and asked them to plug it iin does not exist in the amp nor are there any dip switches for gain. I called Kicker support and they confirmed the new sub units no longer have them and all adjustments come from the head unit. I also learning there's "programming" required from the dealer at the time of install. This is on a new 2023 GMC Sierra 1500
Curiuos, does the programming allow for indepedent adjustment of the subwoofer? If you don't mind me asking, how much did the dealer charge for the sub install? I would like to do this in the coming months but gotta get some other goodies first.
Glad I could help - when I first looked at it - I missed them as well. Took that 2 screws out and boom - that rubber piece came off and I was able to adjust them.
Thanks for the detailed video, did you ever mount the bass know up front? If so where did you mount it? I have one on the way and curious where everybody mounted theirs.
The reason companies use downloadable instructions rather than printed is to simplify the revision process. For instance, if you have 2,000 of these boxed up and in the warehouse and you need to make a revision to the printed instructions, you have to open up 2,000 boxes and switch the instructions to the newest revision. If they are online, then everyone is instantaneously using the latest revision.
I just want to put out there that you do not need the extra amplifier if you do not have Bose speakers. I went with the cheaper kicker set up, the one that does not come with the extra amplifier. The base is superb, in my opinion do not spend the extra money to run an extra amplifier and yes, the base is controllable from the head unit. You do not need a bass knob, a lot ofpeople don’t know that
Thanks for sharing! The knob was an option - then not an option - and now I hear it is an option again depending on what amp you get with your subwoofer. They've changed that small box 2 or 3 times now.
I would like to know what all the switches do aswell. Is it possible to change the settings to accept a low level line input instead of high speaker line input? I want to add a epic center to controll the bass more for song that lack that punch.
Thanks for the feedback. I’m picking it up today and will hopefully install tonight. Where did you end up mounting the gain knob? Can you also confirm that the 6 dip switches should all be up/on? I watched a different video where the guy mentioned the last one should be down/off. No issues with all 6 up/on?
@@dandaman0856 where did you end up getting it from. I can’t find it anywhere. Even called kicker and they said you have to get it through gm. Called a bun of dealerships and they can’t order it. Thanks for your help
@@ralphcatalano8288 yeah most are back ordered and GM doesn’t even offer it anymore. I ordered one off eBay. Bout 900 with taxes and shipping. I knew I should have got it back when it was still offered. 😢
@@ralphcatalano8288 I was having the same problem. Placed an order through GM, they took my money and rewards points, and the. Canceled my order because it was on back order. Pain in the ass to get those reward points refunded. I called a few dealerships in my area and found one that had 1 in stock. I got very lucky.
Just installed this. Id say the knob is mandatory. The stock setting on the dip switches gives you slight bump, even at 2 up it's overpowering the doors and I haven't tried 3. Waiting on the bass knob. Pretty easy install. However I did notice the amp for the kicker is always on. This the same for you?
Thanks for this video - couple quick questions. (1) I asked a question below about "new versions" that don't have bass-nob. Please help. (2) does this have automatic power shut off so it's not bleeding power when the vehicle is off?
I don't see any other comments from you. I think they got rid of the port for the knob a year or so ago. I am not aware if they have brought it back. No battery issues - it shuts off with the radio - I have had it for 2+ years now without any starting issues.
@bonecrrusherSS other comment is lower on someone else's. That's ok. My speaker is scheduled to arrive today. You said the Nob is the cortical part to the installation... so what did Chev and Kicker do different to allow the sub to sound good without the nob? Are there still the dip switches on the amp? If so... what should they be set at without the nob?
@@bonecrrusherSSwhat do you keep the mid range and treble at on the truck stereo? Fade/balance too? I have a ZR2 as well and I’m trying. To find the sweet spot.
I can confirm that the part you will get today from GM does not have dip switches or a place to connect a bass knob. I will be installing mine this weekend (dealer needed my truck for 3 days to install it for some reason) so hoping it makes a big difference as-is.
I have a question, I did everything in the instructions when activating star stop when I stop at some light, it is normal for it to turn off when starting the car.
I don't understand why GM bolts the jack down. Are you supposed to carry a 10mm socket and ratchet with you? Seems like it should be tool free to remove it.
Do you know where I can get the wiring harness for this? I bought it used and part of the power cable to the battery is cut off. I will like to view all of the wiring so that I can know what I have and don't exactly
No I don't have a PN for the power harness. They probably cut it at the firewall. If you DM @bonecrrusherss on Instagram a pic of what you got - might be able to help out.
They won’t care if I go with that set up ? But if I want to do something different bigger amp and bigger sub will they make an issue about it ? Thanks for the reply
QUESTION: So the hand controller that you bought from Amazon, can you install the controller easily after everything else is installed? You said you were going to tell us, but I didn't notice the answer.
I am having the dealer put one in Monday, but I will have to plug in the controller. Anyone decide where/how/best place to route and install the controller?
@@rodepost Actually I figured out that unless the dip switches are gonna be changed or 'turned on' the controller isn't needed. I have the controller and with it all turned up, it is what the setting is by default without the controller. So the controller, if you don't adjust the dip switches which voids the warranty, only has the ability to lower the power. It is my experience, that you don't want to lower the power anymore than from default. So I have mine plugged in and on full right next to the unit as it doesn't need adjusted.
Great video. I just got my 2023 Denali Ultimate and I really want to add this. Parts department says it’s not available for the Denali Ultimate and found out today that my VIN does not have the RPO code IBP with allows this to be compatible. I’m crossing my fingers it is something that will end up being available, but the information is hard to squeeze out of anyone at GMC. I’m bummed, to say the least.
@justinpower6449 no I do not but the ultimate has 12 speakers.....my 22 at4 refresh only has 7. I am assuming with the 5 extra speakers the Ultimate has there must be a decent Subwoofer already. Ultimate is going to be superior I would think no matter what.
Thanks for the excellent video. it helped me greatly with installing mine. Does the light on your amp stay on all the time? I have a 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4. It's the refreshed model with the 13.4 inch center touchscreen and I have the Bose audio system. Installed the sub and it's working fine however the green indicator light on the amp never turns off. I have the main power connected to the battery as instructed and the only other connections are the ground in the right kick panel and the green/brown harness connected to the yell/yellow-black wires also in the right kick panel. Is this light supposed to stay on all the time even when the truck is completely off? It stays illuminated even after I open a door and disable the retained accessory power. I assume the light means the amp is on and even though it's idle with no sound, won't this drain the battery? Did you ever confirm what that extra grey/green convector was for? Is it for the amp for the non Bose models?
I'll be honest - I'm not even sure mine has an LED on it. LED use very little power and shouldn't kill your battery. Mines been in almost a year and no issues. That unused harness - I never plugged it in.
If it helps anyone I reached out to Stillwater Designs/Kicker. Regarding the light on the amp, they said 'You are seeing the green light on the amplifier when you open the door because the amp uses DC offset to turn on and off so anytime the amp sees signal it will turn on, when you open the door the audio control module will turn on for door chimes etc. which will in return turn on the amp.' They also said the green/brown 2 pin connector is not used for this kit, the harness is used in multiple units and that is where a secondary amplifier would plug in but in this case it will not be used. Regarding the 46CXARC remote bass control....the amp in the newer 19417164 kits does not have a 3.5mm plug so you can't use the remote bass control.
@@bouncer58 I learned that the kits that have the control port plug on the amp, have the female harness socket on the amp and the amps that have the pigtail plug coming out of them, do not have the bass control port plug. I just bought a used one for my truck and am going to install it soon. Kicker told me that their new batches of kits will start including those ports plugs again.
Hoy instale uno en mi 2023 silverado rst y es lo mas facil de aser teniendo pasiencia...menos de una hora ..y sin tener que pagar 100 o 200....solones cuestion de seguir las instrucciones.....este video me sirvio mucho
I actually just installed mine like 1 hour ago and those little red connector's wrap around the wire and I pinched them together with pliers it's actually pretty simple. That was actually the part I was fearing. Hope this helps.
@@mariodiaz2024 Worked perfectly. Once you get going it's actually pretty easy. It took me about 2.5 hours, but I'm pretty meticulous when it comes to my stuff.
I can't for the life of me figure out why they'd have us use the passenger side rear speaker line rather than the center console sub line for sub amp input. Any ideas? You're only getting right channel info to the sub
does your truck have the BOSE sub in the center console? My 2018 Does and sounds pretty Good; maybe even better than my 2006 GMC yukon with BOSE and the Y91 LUX upgrade with navigation radio.
As I mentioned - there is an additional amp/wire that you need to plug into. I think this system will work with the non bose as long as you buy that additional amp.
@@bonecrrusherSS I saw this was the case pre-refresh, but I can't seem to locate the GM part with a second amp for refreshed Silverado non-Bose systems. I've wondered if it is no longer required for non-Bose.
I have non bose refresh and it does not have the second amp. Just the subwoofer and small amp attached. It did come with dipswitches and bass knob connect input. Dealer tapped into front left speaker.
@@Jetzetta depends what your looking for. If you just want a little more bass and don't want to take up a bunch of room it's OK. But depending on the song. Some have alot of bass and others leaves you wanting more. I got gm to give to me for free. If I payed for it I would be disappointed. And would get a better system.
I put all the switches up on the amp and I added the bass knob u recommended. Turned on the system and the bass works but it seems like it’s barely working. Even when I crank up the radio and the bass switch. I’m assuming somethings not right. Any suggestions???
So worked on it w my cousin tonight. Very weird. The connection where the wiring harness from the Amp connects to the Sub wasn’t working correctly. If the quick connect was connected properly the sub didn’t work at all. But if we pulled it apart slightly the sub would work. So we cut the quick connects off and hard wired everything. And again the sub didn’t work. So there were 4 wires. 2 white and 2 grey. We disconnected both grey wires leaving just the two white wires connected and the sub works great. No issues. I have a call into kicker to figure out what’s going on. Weird.
I just installed my subwoofer and set all of the switches to the “UP” position. However, I’m noticing that the Amp stays ON after the vehicle is OFF. Just wondering if your amp is doing the same thing? And, is one of the switches maybe a “Auto OFF” signal?
One of the switches is an auto on but that is one that is switched up from the factory. The two switches that are down are gains. Those are the ones that you switch up when using the bass knob. As for the auto on, mine does not turn off right away after I turn off the truck but eventually it turns off. Hope this helps
Depends when your amp/sub was made. During Covid - they removed the auxiliary input on the amp. You'd have to see if the plug is on your amp. If it isn't then no manual adjustment for your setup.
Do you have the part number for the kit that you used? I know they stopped selling them for awhile - I am wondering if they redesigned the system to eliminate the manual bass controls. How is the sound?
@@bonecrrusherSS I got it from the Dealership, it was the correct part # (I had to verify when I couldn't find the switches/plug) it was correct, I was pissed because I had already pulled the wire from inside center console under the carpet to back seat 🤬. The part number labeling had Feb 23 so it was new stock, I'm assuming it is a change. I think it sounds a lot better, some songs/ music needs tweaking, would have been nice to have the manual control but it's still way better than not having it.
@@jeff-9322 That's crazy they eliminated the manual control. Makes you wonder if people blew up the Kicker subs using the manual control. I have mine turned to about 75% - and should turn it down a bit - as it sounds like I won't be able to replace it.
I just received a new kit, part #19417164 and same thing. There is no 3.5mm jack on the amp for the remote bass control. I believe they redesigned the amp. My amp has a 12" harness coming out of the amp with a white rectangular connector. The amp in bonecrusherSS video had a connector built into the side of the amp.
Someone said that comes from the right door speaker, but I cannot confirm that. Nothing gets cut or remeved, you are simply taking a line signal and adding a sub and amp.
Thanks for this video, I found it really helpful for removing trim pieces and wiring.
Saw some comments about a different amp. I just bought my system a week ago and will confirm the amp has changed. There are no gain switches and no place to plug in the control knob.
Install was incredibly straight forward using this video and the instructions from the QR code. Easiest install I’ve ever done. Kudos to GM for the pre supplied fire wall access!
After testing it out, adding this sub to the Bose system really makes a huge difference, and sounds great, perfect for my needs. The sub is integrated well and you can control the base level via the equalizer audio settings.
Glad it was helpful. it sucks they changed the amp design - but if its adjustable in the audio settings then that should work well.
I just got the Kit on Saturday, My Amp still had an input for the Bass control input. Just had to remove a tiny rubber Gromet
So for those wondering what the sound is like without moving all of the amp switches to the "up" position with the bass knob, let me say this. Without moving the switch, you have to turn the head unit EQ up quite a bit to get a decent amount of bass from the sub. Problem is the console (stock) sub will start to sound a bit harsh. At certain volume levels the sound is good and balanced but nothing special. At high volume, not enough punch. Keep in mind I had to turn the bass knob up about 90% for decent results. I then tried the sound the adjustments (switches up) and what a difference! Bass knob about 45-50% and I can turn down the head unit's EQ (bass) down about 45-50%. Much improved. Be cautious however because according to Kicker, any changes to the amp will void the warranty. Overall I would rate the sound a 5 out of 10 w/out the adjustment and a 7.5-8.0 out of 10 with the change. BonecrusherSS, thanks for the video!!
Thanks for the honest feedback - that helps out everyone that finds this video.
I have my sub turned to about 75% - it is a bit loud for some songs and I probably should turn it down - but haven't bothered too.
Do you by chance have a part number for that amp? I just recently installed this kit on my 2020 and the amp they sent doesn’t have the option for a bass knob and I’m trying to hunt one of these down. Also with you having the base knob does that mean the sub bass output is controlled separately from your door speakers and the head unit?
You can't expect alot from a 200 w system. The cost to me isn't worth the one I've heard. I feel people are better off getting a t harness and running whatever sub and box they like.
@Silverado08JP with a different Amp and sub would the harness work? Connections at the Amp are plug and play.
My dealer wants 149 to install this, I was going to do it myself but that seems like money well spent. Thanks for talking me out of it 😂.
Your welcome 🤣
Did u get it installed ? I have a 2020 sierra 1500 and was told it wasn’t compatible with my truck
@sergio223-b3s I actually ended installing it myself since the dealer wanted the truck for a week which made zero sense to me. It wasn't bad, probably about 2 hours in total with most of that fighting to get the giant battery out so I could access the firewall grommet. No idea on the compatibility, mine is a 22.5 Trail Boss "Refresh" diesel with bose and I'm pretty happy with it.
Just got off the phone with Kicker. The guy at tech support said that the chip shortage during covid impacted the amp that was included in this package. He said that for a while during covid, the amp was changed to the one that does not allow for the bass controller. But... he also said that they were able to switch back in late 2023. On the side of the box there should be a sticker from Kicker that shows the month and year of manufacture. On mine, the GM serial tag is on the box right next to Kicker's. So, anything from late 2021-late 2023 will NOT have the ability to add the bass control, and anything from pre 2021, and 2024 forward will allow for this addition.
For what it's worth - he also said the amp they temporarily used during covid has a bit more output. He said he's heard them side-by-side, and actually preferred the sound better from the covid amp.
Mine is May 2023, so I'm stuck without the controller. I'm probably the only person here that wanted it so I could turn it down, as I have an infant and a toddler that I was hoping to be able to turn it down for, rather than wanting it so I could max it out...
I think the amp without the controller is tied to the bass levels in the head unit.
I got my stereo new in box in 2023 - so it was probably from 2022.
My amp is from November of 22 and I have the adjustments and the bass knob port
Thanks for taking the time to make this video. I appreciate this. It will help me tremendously when I install this on my truck tomorrow.
Glad to help. Did you recently get your kit?
@@bonecrrusherSS Yes and I checked last night and for sure no place to plug in the kicker knob volume control and no gain switches on the amp. I’ll just take the knob back to Best Buy and get refund. Hope it sounds as good as the one I had in my Trailboss in 2020.
FYI, I just bought one online directly from gm and had it shipped to a local dealer, picked it up today. The amp does have the remote bass control port as well as the "adjustable" gain switches. Paperwork included stated Rev E and was dated this past July of 2023; so, these other amps are still out there. I wasnt sure if i would get this style or the nonadjustable as others have received.
Thanks for the FYI.
great video! I've been wanting to do this upgrade but every sound shop is quoting like $2500 to do it, I work on computers for a living so I'm sure I can install this lol
Install isn't that bad tbh.
Thanks for the video. I had this kit, except it has an additional amp, installed today along with the knob which as you said is definitely essential. I’m looking forward to seeing if you modify the underseat storage to work with it.
For the storage box - I just cut it with a knife/sharp pair of scissors.
Do you have any videos or pictures of what it looks like?@@bonecrrusherSS
I'm having this same unit installed today at the dealership. They called me earlier to let me know the 3.5mm jack for the external bass adjustment that I took with me and asked them to plug it iin does not exist in the amp nor are there any dip switches for gain. I called Kicker support and they confirmed the new sub units no longer have them and all adjustments come from the head unit. I also learning there's "programming" required from the dealer at the time of install. This is on a new 2023 GMC Sierra 1500
Had not heard a programming is needed. That sucks the adjustment is gone!
Can you confirm if you had programming done and what it changed?
Curiuos, does the programming allow for indepedent adjustment of the subwoofer? If you don't mind me asking, how much did the dealer charge for the sub install? I would like to do this in the coming months but gotta get some other goodies first.
Thanks for the info on putting all switches. Had no idea about that.
Glad I could help - when I first looked at it - I missed them as well.
Took that 2 screws out and boom - that rubber piece came off and I was able to adjust them.
Wow, great video... amazing detail
Glad it helped.
Thanks for the detailed video, did you ever mount the bass know up front? If so where did you mount it? I have one on the way and curious where everybody mounted theirs.
Honestly - I just left it in the storage cubby under the seat. I haven't adjusted it since I installed it.
The reason companies use downloadable instructions rather than printed is to simplify the revision process. For instance, if you have 2,000 of these boxed up and in the warehouse and you need to make a revision to the printed instructions, you have to open up 2,000 boxes and switch the instructions to the newest revision. If they are online, then everyone is instantaneously using the latest revision.
And how many people are going to take to time to find a link that may or may not work. For an expensive print it out in black and white....
I just want to put out there that you do not need the extra amplifier if you do not have Bose speakers. I went with the cheaper kicker set up, the one that does not come with the extra amplifier. The base is superb, in my opinion do not spend the extra money to run an extra amplifier and yes, the base is controllable from the head unit. You do not need a bass knob, a lot ofpeople don’t know that
Thanks for sharing!
The knob was an option - then not an option - and now I hear it is an option again depending on what amp you get with your subwoofer. They've changed that small box 2 or 3 times now.
Excellent video. Very detailed. Thank you.
No problem! Good luck with your install.
Hi are all switches including switch 6 up? Do you know what each switch does? Thank you.
Nope - just switched them all up.
I would like to know what all the switches do aswell. Is it possible to change the settings to accept a low level line input instead of high speaker line input? I want to add a epic center to controll the bass more for song that lack that punch.
Where did you end up mounting the bass control knob ?
I just left it in the back seat - I haven't adjusted it since I installed it.
Great install video. I have the exact same truck and will be ordering the sub soon. Very detailed video. You still loving the sub?
By adding the adjustment knob, and the amp switches moved up - this sub performs awesome!
Thanks for the feedback. I’m picking it up today and will hopefully install tonight. Where did you end up mounting the gain knob? Can you also confirm that the 6 dip switches should all be up/on? I watched a different video where the guy mentioned the last one should be down/off. No issues with all 6 up/on?
@@dandaman0856 where did you end up getting it from. I can’t find it anywhere. Even called kicker and they said you have to get it through gm. Called a bun of dealerships and they can’t order it. Thanks for your help
@@ralphcatalano8288 yeah most are back ordered and GM doesn’t even offer it anymore. I ordered one off eBay. Bout 900 with taxes and shipping. I knew I should have got it back when it was still offered. 😢
@@ralphcatalano8288 I was having the same problem. Placed an order through GM, they took my money and rewards points, and the. Canceled my order because it was on back order. Pain in the ass to get those reward points refunded. I called a few dealerships in my area and found one that had 1 in stock. I got very lucky.
Just installed this. Id say the knob is mandatory. The stock setting on the dip switches gives you slight bump, even at 2 up it's overpowering the doors and I haven't tried 3. Waiting on the bass knob. Pretty easy install. However I did notice the amp for the kicker is always on. This the same for you?
I'll be honest - I've never looked.
Installed it over a year ago - no issues.
Thanks for this video - couple quick questions. (1) I asked a question below about "new versions" that don't have bass-nob. Please help. (2) does this have automatic power shut off so it's not bleeding power when the vehicle is off?
I don't see any other comments from you. I think they got rid of the port for the knob a year or so ago. I am not aware if they have brought it back.
No battery issues - it shuts off with the radio - I have had it for 2+ years now without any starting issues.
@bonecrrusherSS other comment is lower on someone else's. That's ok. My speaker is scheduled to arrive today. You said the Nob is the cortical part to the installation... so what did Chev and Kicker do different to allow the sub to sound good without the nob? Are there still the dip switches on the amp? If so... what should they be set at without the nob?
What are your equalizer and fade/balance settings at on the truck stereo? I just got one installed and curious what people’s settings are. ❤
I have the Subwoofer at like 75% - I need to turn it down to like 50.
@@bonecrrusherSSwhat do you keep the mid range and treble at on the truck stereo? Fade/balance too? I have a ZR2 as well and I’m trying. To find the sweet spot.
I can confirm that the part you will get today from GM does not have dip switches or a place to connect a bass knob. I will be installing mine this weekend (dealer needed my truck for 3 days to install it for some reason) so hoping it makes a big difference as-is.
Late last year/early this year the GM # was discontinued. Looks like they redesigned it and updated it with out the switches or the input.
How did you end up liking the new unit without the dip switches or bass knob? Getting one installed tomorrow.
@@tjburnett7539 honestly pretty impressed overall. I have bose and it sounds really good, especially at higher volumes.
I ordered one a week ago, still has input for bass knob and switches, from chevyparts
@@gordonxie6370where'd you get it from?
Do those splice connectors for the Bose wire come with kit? Did you have to install anything extra?
Splice connectors came with the Subwoofer kit. Only thing I ordered extra was the Bass control knob.
I have a question, I did everything in the instructions when activating star stop when I stop at some light, it is normal for it to turn off when starting the car.
If you are turning the truck off. Then turning it on - yes the radio powers off and on during that process.
I don't understand why GM bolts the jack down. Are you supposed to carry a 10mm socket and ratchet with you? Seems like it should be tool free to remove it.
Yeah that's pretty dumb - but it is bolted down so it doesn't go flying in an accident of a sudden hard stop.
You turn the red knob an release the jack. It uses the jack to expand itself into place. No tools.
Any problems with the ANC, I did on mine 2022 gmc Sierra elevation refresh.
Not that I know of - I'll be honest I'm not sure if the Silverado has that as a feature.
Man what are you doing with the door panel rattle? Mine rattles stock I'm ready to get rid of it never mind adding more bass
Haven't noticed an issue. Front or rears?
Do you know where I can get the wiring harness for this? I bought it used and part of the power cable to the battery is cut off. I will like to view all of the wiring so that I can know what I have and don't exactly
No I don't have a PN for the power harness. They probably cut it at the firewall. If you DM @bonecrrusherss on Instagram a pic of what you got - might be able to help out.
Is the warranty still good after you install an amp with sub…. I have a 2022 Silverado but afraid to get it installed and my warranty get void??
It's a GM kit - they aren't going to care.
They won’t care if I go with that set up ? But if I want to do something different bigger amp and bigger sub will they make an issue about it ? Thanks for the reply
QUESTION: So the hand controller that you bought from Amazon, can you install the controller easily after everything else is installed? You said you were going to tell us, but I didn't notice the answer.
Plug is on the bottom side if the amp - it's accessible - just hard to see.
I am having the dealer put one in Monday, but I will have to plug in the controller. Anyone decide where/how/best place to route and install the controller?
@@rodepost Actually I figured out that unless the dip switches are gonna be changed or 'turned on' the controller isn't needed. I have the controller and with it all turned up, it is what the setting is by default without the controller. So the controller, if you don't adjust the dip switches which voids the warranty, only has the ability to lower the power. It is my experience, that you don't want to lower the power anymore than from default. So I have mine plugged in and on full right next to the unit as it doesn't need adjusted.
Great video. I just got my 2023 Denali Ultimate and I really want to add this. Parts department says it’s not available for the Denali Ultimate and found out today that my VIN does not have the RPO code IBP with allows this to be compatible. I’m crossing my fingers it is something that will end up being available, but the information is hard to squeeze out of anyone at GMC. I’m bummed, to say the least.
Does your truck have Bose?
If it's the same radio setup that I have - it should work.
@@bonecrrusherSS it does have a Bose system in it. I cannot figure out exactly why this wouldn’t work and cannot seem to get much info from GM on it.
Probably because the ultimate already has a sub
@@rodepost do you know where it is located?
@justinpower6449 no I do not but the ultimate has 12 speakers.....my 22 at4 refresh only has 7. I am assuming with the 5 extra speakers the Ultimate has there must be a decent Subwoofer already. Ultimate is going to be superior I would think no matter what.
Thanks for the excellent video. it helped me greatly with installing mine. Does the light on your amp stay on all the time? I have a 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4. It's the refreshed model with the 13.4 inch center touchscreen and I have the Bose audio system. Installed the sub and it's working fine however the green indicator light on the amp never turns off. I have the main power connected to the battery as instructed and the only other connections are the ground in the right kick panel and the green/brown harness connected to the yell/yellow-black wires also in the right kick panel. Is this light supposed to stay on all the time even when the truck is completely off? It stays illuminated even after I open a door and disable the retained accessory power. I assume the light means the amp is on and even though it's idle with no sound, won't this drain the battery?
Did you ever confirm what that extra grey/green convector was for? Is it for the amp for the non Bose models?
I'll be honest - I'm not even sure mine has an LED on it. LED use very little power and shouldn't kill your battery. Mines been in almost a year and no issues.
That unused harness - I never plugged it in.
Thanks
If it helps anyone I reached out to Stillwater Designs/Kicker. Regarding the light on the amp, they said 'You are seeing the green light on the amplifier when you open the door because the amp uses DC offset to turn on and off so anytime the amp sees signal it will turn on, when you open the door the audio control module will turn on for door chimes etc. which will in return turn on the amp.' They also said the green/brown 2 pin connector is not used for this kit, the harness is used in multiple units and that is where a secondary amplifier would plug in but in this case it will not be used. Regarding the 46CXARC remote bass control....the amp in the newer 19417164 kits does not have a 3.5mm plug so you can't use the remote bass control.
@@bouncer58 I learned that the kits that have the control port plug on the amp, have the female harness socket on the amp and the amps that have the pigtail plug coming out of them, do not have the bass control port plug. I just bought a used one for my truck and am going to install it soon. Kicker told me that their new batches of kits will start including those ports plugs again.
Hoy instale uno en mi 2023 silverado rst y es lo mas facil de aser teniendo pasiencia...menos de una hora ..y sin tener que pagar 100 o 200....solones cuestion de seguir las instrucciones.....este video me sirvio mucho
Thanks - maybe?
Si trae todavia el Aux para instalar el control manual para el bass?
Did you actually have to do any splicing or did the connector included handle it for you?
I actually just installed mine like 1 hour ago and those little red connector's wrap around the wire and I pinched them together with pliers it's actually pretty simple. That was actually the part I was fearing. Hope this helps.
@@steelcurtain.9791 oh wow. And it worked no problem?
@@mariodiaz2024 Worked perfectly. Once you get going it's actually pretty easy. It took me about 2.5 hours, but I'm pretty meticulous when it comes to my stuff.
@@steelcurtain.9791 nice. Thanks. I’m going to finish up tomorrow morning on my 23 Sierra
As mentioned the wire splices click shut - then you plug the terminal into it. Use a pair of needle nose pliers if you need more grip.
I can't for the life of me figure out why they'd have us use the passenger side rear speaker line rather than the center console sub line for sub amp input. Any ideas? You're only getting right channel info to the sub
Only thing that I can think of is that they might figure most people have the bass adjusted/ cranked up to the back of the truck.
does your truck have the BOSE sub in the center console? My 2018 Does and sounds pretty Good; maybe even better than my 2006 GMC yukon with BOSE and the Y91 LUX upgrade with navigation radio.
Doubt it - I have that same radio and amp in my Duramax. This blows the GMT800 away
Cool video I have a2022 refresh custom non Bose do you think it will work on my truck
As I mentioned - there is an additional amp/wire that you need to plug into. I think this system will work with the non bose as long as you buy that additional amp.
@@bonecrrusherSS I saw this was the case pre-refresh, but I can't seem to locate the GM part with a second amp for refreshed Silverado non-Bose systems. I've wondered if it is no longer required for non-Bose.
I have non bose refresh and it does not have the second amp. Just the subwoofer and small amp attached. It did come with dipswitches and bass knob connect input. Dealer tapped into front left speaker.
@MrPapijesse Were you satisfied with this kit on the non-Bose system? I'm about to do the same install.
@@Jetzetta depends what your looking for. If you just want a little more bass and don't want to take up a bunch of room it's OK. But depending on the song. Some have alot of bass and others leaves you wanting more. I got gm to give to me for free. If I payed for it I would be disappointed. And would get a better system.
How’d you get it for $650? I can only find it on the Chevy app for $850
Found it on Marketplace - new in box.
How long did it take you to install this? I have the amp now but I'm trying to decide whether to do it myself or have an installer put it in.
4 or 5 hrs? Wasn't a terrible install.
@@bonecrrusherSS thanks!
I put all the switches up on the amp and I added the bass knob u recommended. Turned on the system and the bass works but it seems like it’s barely working. Even when I crank up the radio and the bass switch. I’m assuming somethings not right. Any suggestions???
Did you get a good connection at the harness up front in the passenger side footwell?
I mean everything else is plug and play.
So worked on it w my cousin tonight. Very weird. The connection where the wiring harness from the Amp connects to the Sub wasn’t working correctly. If the quick connect was connected properly the sub didn’t work at all. But if we pulled it apart slightly the sub would work. So we cut the quick connects off and hard wired everything. And again the sub didn’t work. So there were 4 wires. 2 white and 2 grey. We disconnected both grey wires leaving just the two white wires connected and the sub works great. No issues. I have a call into kicker to figure out what’s going on. Weird.
I just installed my subwoofer and set all of the switches to the “UP” position. However, I’m noticing that the Amp stays ON after the vehicle is OFF. Just wondering if your amp is doing the same thing? And, is one of the switches maybe a “Auto OFF” signal?
One of the switches is an auto on but that is one that is switched up from the factory. The two switches that are down are gains. Those are the ones that you switch up when using the bass knob. As for the auto on, mine does not turn off right away after I turn off the truck but eventually it turns off. Hope this helps
@@ralphcatalano8288 yes it does. I just didn’t know if the amp stayed on all the time due to not having a Remote Wire to switch it off.
Do u have the part number for the non bose kicker
No - shouldn't be hard to Google.
@bonecrrusherSS so the second amp for the non bose I'm assuming will help the rest of the speakers
It's a shame I can't save this video to a playlist
Book mark it bot.
Could you have controlled the subwoofer with the base setting on the headunit? Thanks for the video.
No - it doesn't get the adjustment correct - you really need the Kicker controller, and the switches turned all up on the amp.
I saw the seat bolt torque to be 33 ft.lbs.
I can't remember what I put it to - some ugga duggas.
Does this kit only add bass to your system or does it also help your speakers with loudness and quality? I have the Bose system in my truck.
Pretty much only adds base.
I can control the bass from the factory EQ settings. I have the bass all the way up… Do I still need the bass controller?
Depends when your amp/sub was made. During Covid - they removed the auxiliary input on the amp. You'd have to see if the plug is on your amp.
If it isn't then no manual adjustment for your setup.
Just installed one today, the amp no longer has the switches or the remote jack. I even took the amp apart to look inside, nothing!
Do you have the part number for the kit that you used?
I know they stopped selling them for awhile - I am wondering if they redesigned the system to eliminate the manual bass controls.
How is the sound?
@@bonecrrusherSS I got it from the Dealership, it was the correct part # (I had to verify when I couldn't find the switches/plug) it was correct, I was pissed because I had already pulled the wire from inside center console under the carpet to back seat 🤬. The part number labeling had Feb 23 so it was new stock, I'm assuming it is a change. I think it sounds a lot better, some songs/ music needs tweaking, would have been nice to have the manual control but it's still way better than not having it.
@@jeff-9322 That's crazy they eliminated the manual control. Makes you wonder if people blew up the Kicker subs using the manual control.
I have mine turned to about 75% - and should turn it down a bit - as it sounds like I won't be able to replace it.
I just received a new kit, part #19417164 and same thing. There is no 3.5mm jack on the amp for the remote bass control. I believe they redesigned the amp. My amp has a 12" harness coming out of the amp with a white rectangular connector. The amp in bonecrusherSS video had a connector built into the side of the amp.
@@bouncer58 Well sounds like the redesign is confirmed 😔
Just throw a down firing kicker 12” under the rear driver seat and you’ll be much happier
Haven't had any issues with the Kicker GM kit.
@@bonecrrusherSS I’m sure it works great but for what they charge you can do better. Only ran me $800 to do the kicker 12” and gets way better bass
powered how?
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Thanks!
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Cool.
so does the signal for bass get 'cut' from the factory bose sub thats in there and 100% goes to this new one?
I think that wires you tap are the base signal from the head unit.
Someone said that comes from the right door speaker, but I cannot confirm that. Nothing gets cut or remeved, you are simply taking a line signal and adding a sub and amp.