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- Page 1 Courtesy of: DiscountCarStereo.com Serving the internet community since 1995 BT5x-GM3x QUICK START BLUETOOTH INSTALLATION GUIDE FOR 2003-12 GM WITH XM MODULE Created August 16, 2024 Revised: March 28, 2025...
- Page 2 If the XM module in your vehicle does not have an active subscription (expired); the BT5x-GM3x uses the XM port to wirelessly input the audio from any smart device. A Bluetooth connection means no wires, clutter or complicated setup.
- Page 3 Fig. 3 16-pin socket Connect 16-pin plug from harness (See Fig. 2) to 16-pin XM socket vacated in step 2. Tap/connect red wire to 12V Accessory supply in vehicle. Use voltmeter Warning: Accessory (ACC) supply available on BROWN wire (Most GM’s) or test light to determine circuit condition and ensure power is only under steering column, climate control harness or driver side fuse panel.
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Page 4: Bracket Mount
Fig. 6 Step drill bit Insert cable through hole created in step 1 Fig. 5 Locate USB type-C port Fig. 7) Connect cable from step 2 to charger USB type C- port Excursive caution when routing microphone so to not damage the cable and ensure no ventilation ducts are pointed towards microphone. - Page 5 Pairing Pairing varies among devices but basic steps are the same. This process is done upon initial install and will not have to be repeated Fig. 9 mounting bracket Turn ignition and radio “ON” 2. From your Bluetooth enabled device, turn the Bluetooth ON and search Insert USB cable through bracket hole (See Fig.
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Page 6: Feature Comparison Chart
Turn ignition and radio ON. 3. Press the radio “BAND” button until XM1/XM2 is displayed Feature BTA-GM3 BTA-GM3x BTH-GM3x BT5x-GM3X 4. Launch audio device streaming application. Requires CD changer or XM ✓ ✓ ✓ 5. Set smart device volume to zero Retains CD changer or XM ✓... - Page 7 Frequent ask questions & troubleshooting will the BT5x-GM3x work? If vehicle does not have an XM module, the BT5x-GM3x will NOT WORK. What is the difference between the BT5x-GM3x and BTH-GM3x? Where is the XM module located in my vehicle?
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