PAC – GM1A-R (Serialized)
RadioPRO Advanced Radio Installation Adapter
For GM Class-2 Data Vehicles
Retains Factory Amplified Audio Systems + OEM Warning Chimes
DESCRIPTION
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Integration interface for installing an aftermarket radio in GM vehicles using Class-2 data communication.
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Retains factory amplified audio systems, Bose® systems (when present), and vehicle warning / safety chimes.
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Serialized hardware version ensures correct data communication and chime volume logic for supported model years.
FEATURES
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Retains:
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Factory amplifier turn-on and audio routing
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Factory warning tones / key-in / seatbelt / door alerts
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OnStar® audio routing (vehicle dependent)
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Steering wheel control retention (when paired with compatible SWC module)
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Provides clean audio signal path to aftermarket radio.
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Maintains ignition/accessory power logic from GM Class-2 data bus.
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Designed for plug-and-play installation in place of the OEM radio harness.
FUNCTIONAL APPLICATIONS
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Replace factory radio with:
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Single-DIN or Double-DIN aftermarket head units
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Touchscreen receivers (CarPlay/Android Auto capable)
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Marine / mechless digital media receivers
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Maintain full electrical and functional integration without cutting wires.
SPECIFICATIONS
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Vehicle Network Type: GM Class-2
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Retained Functions:
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Factory amplified system audio routing
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Chimes / safety alerts
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OnStar® audio (when equipped and supported)
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Outputs Provided:
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ACC 12V accessory turn-on output
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Amplifier turn-on
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Illumination (varies by vehicle)
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Ground
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Audio Compatibility:
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Bose® factory amplified systems
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Non-Bose amplified systems
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Base (non-amplified) systems
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INSTALLATION NOTES
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Installs behind the aftermarket radio, connecting between:
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Factory radio harness
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New head unit harness
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No factory wire cutting required.
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Steering wheel control retention requires separate PAC SWC interface when desired.
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Chime volume may be configurable via module setting (generation-dependent).
FITMENT
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For GM vehicles equipped with Class-2 data systems — commonly found in:
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Chevrolet: Silverado, Tahoe, Suburban, Impala, Trailblazer, Cavalier, Malibu
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GMC: Sierra, Yukon, Envoy
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Buick: LeSabre, Rendezvous
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Pontiac: Grand Prix, Sunfire, Bonneville
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Cadillac: Select older platforms with Class-2 (verify year)
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Fitment is confirmed by verifying the factory radio connector and data bus type.
INCLUDES
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GM1A-R (Serialized) Interface Module
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Vehicle radio connection harness
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Chime retention circuitry
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Installation / configuration instructions