Can you replace the stereo in a GMC Envoy?

Can you replace the stereo in a GMC Envoy?

Replacing the factory stereo system is a great way to make your Envoy (or Ascender) feel new again. A wide variety of receivers will fit in the dash (with a bit of modification, which we’ll discuss below), and you also have a lot of great speaker options. Need even more sound?

Can you get OnStar on a new GMC Envoy?

You’ll lose the factory nav and (if present) factory satellite radio when you install a new receiver, but you can retain OnStar with the right adapter. Speaking of adapters, your truck’s warning chimes are built into the factory radio.

What kind of truck is a GMC Envoy?

Of course, if the regular Envoy isn’t quite enough truck for you, you can always look for an extended-wheelbase Envoy EXT. And if you’re looking for a truck that combines practicality and performance, start searching for the rare, Corvette-engined Envoy SS.

How big are the speakers on the envoy?

The Envoy’s standard front speakers are 4-ohm 6-3/4″ units, while the Bose® equipped models contain 8″ 2-ohm speakers. Both varieties can be replaced with a wide variety of aftermarket speakers, though you will need mounting brackets to install smaller speakers in bigger cavities. They’re included with your speaker purchase.

What kind of radio does a GMC Envoy use?

Factory systems ranged from a standard AM/FM/CD (or CD/cassette) receiver to an optional Bose® system to, in later years, a factory navigation system. You’ll lose the factory nav and (if present) factory satellite radio when you install a new receiver, but you can retain OnStar with the right adapter.

You’ll lose the factory nav and (if present) factory satellite radio when you install a new receiver, but you can retain OnStar with the right adapter. Speaking of adapters, your truck’s warning chimes are built into the factory radio.

The Envoy’s standard front speakers are 4-ohm 6-3/4″ units, while the Bose® equipped models contain 8″ 2-ohm speakers. Both varieties can be replaced with a wide variety of aftermarket speakers, though you will need mounting brackets to install smaller speakers in bigger cavities. They’re included with your speaker purchase.

What to do if your GM Radio is locked?

Then, press the power button on the radio’s volume dial to turn on the radio. The digital display will read “LOC” if the radio is locked. If you don’t see the letters “LOC” but your radio isn’t working, the issue may lie elsewhere. Take your car to a qualified GM mechanic or car radio technician to have them diagnose the source of the problem.

Where is the factory radio on a GMC Envoy?

Getting the factory radio out of there starts at the center console, which needs to be pulled back just a tad. Open the console storage compartment lid and remove two Phillips screws from the top front edge. Remove the rubber coin cup in the rear of the compartment, then remove the two Phillips screws below.

What kind of stereo do I need for my Chevy envoy?

In brief: This Crutchfield Research Garage article gives you an overview of your Envoy’s stock stereo system and your aftermarket upgrade options. Use our vehicle selector to find the gear that will fit your GMC SUV.

What can you do with a GMC Envoy?

Use our vehicle selector to find the gear that will fit your GMC SUV. While this Envoy is not skilled in the art of shuttle diplomacy, it is quite good at shuttling your family from home to school to soccer practice and back.