2005 - 2010 Hummer H3 Radio Install

Parts used listed in the description below!
Watch a full tutorial as a 2007 Hummer H3 will have a new double din bluetooth radio installed. This radio provides additional features including Apple Carplay / Android Auto, bluetooth, USB, backup camera compatibility, and an enhanced sound quality. Note: this vehicle was equppiped with the factory amplified sound system, but wasn't equipped with steering wheel volume controls.
This video applies to Hummer H3 models for years 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, and 2010. This video demonstrates factory radio removal, wiring, radio installation, and testing.
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• 2005 - 2010 Hummer H3 ...
Click here to see the wiring harness unboxing video used in this install:
• Crux GM Wiring Harness...
Click here to see the headlight and fog light upgrade on this H3:
• Hummer H3 Headlight / ...
Click here to see more information about the radio we used:
• Sony Apple CarPlay Rad...
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Parts used in this install (Amazon Associate Paid Links):
*Sony XAV-AX100: amzn.to/3e1qGgJ
*Metra 95-3304 Dash Kit: amzn.to/3i2Neil
*Crux SOCGM-17C Wiring Harness Adapter: amzn.to/3reYmgk
--If you have steering wheel volume controls as well, use the Crux SOOGM-15 Harness Adapter instead: amzn.to/3EfogWt
*Metra 40-GM10 Antenna Adapter: amzn.to/3vZwXjQ
*USB Flush mount Adapter: amzn.to/3gGHkms
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[@ProvoBeastAudio]

Parts used will be linked in the description of the video!

[@nathanfoster224]

Followed these steps in an 07 and everything worked out great, the Sony unit from this video was not available so I used XAVAX550 from Sony. Great video!

[@brendanpotter5438]

How did you mount the radio mine keeps falling out of the dash kit

[@stevelambert8078]

Provo Beast helped me solve an issue with my install. They knew exactly what the solution was and provided the exact remedy. I obviously did not connect the Blue White wire. Thank you for helping this novice.

[@The_Kayak_Guy.]

I’ve had my radio bezel off so many times with the power on, with no issues.

[@ermin3963]

Great video! Did you have to install GPS antenna or you used the one already built into H3?

[@barryc.768]

Nice work!

[@user-oi5bg4vi6z]

Thanks for the great video. You just saved me 450.00 dollars

[@USMC-Sniper-0137]

I have a 2007 without the bells and whistles like steering wheel controls or Bose system or a factory amp. Why do I find a PAC RP5-GM11 interface instead of one like you use? Not sure if mine is giving me issues yet as I just pulled the stereo to inspect for problems but can I just use the interface you used? I think I would like to just do another harness so I know it was done right and I did it. BTW, my radio is a PIONEER AVIC-8201NEX. Thanks.

[@jeffkraus1457]

Just purchased your recommended parts from AMAZON. I have a question? When mounting the head unit on to the mount, you did not show how the head unit physically connects to the face plate. Are there screws. To me it looks like if installed as shown, if I were to utilize the touch screen, the unit would be pushed in and detach from the mount. Am I missing something? Thanks.

[@TheBuffdaddy111]

I installed a Kenwood DMX905S in my son's H3. Used the Crux harness you used, connecting wire to wire on the Kenwood. Is there any reason my backup cam wouldn't trigger if i'm connecting the Reverse Gear Output to the Reverse Trigger on the kenwood harness? Also...have you ever heard of the unit not going off when you turn the car off (doors opened/closed, etc). All access power stays on until i power the radio off...then everything turns off (no keys in the ignition). Thanks and the video was extremely helpful.

[@anonymous-ew6gh]

Did you ever find a solution to it not turning off with the vehicle?

[@jwatt9570]

I have a 2008 H3. My stock radio/navigation screen is dark. I cant find out how to make it lighter. Are there bulbs in the navigation unit that may be blown out. ??Thanks.

[@josephowen8246]

Doing this on my h3 alpha, i plugged it all up, i get the chime from my box, but the radio wont turn on, all connections are secure. does the car not allow the radio to power on if the rest of the dash isnt assembled (all the connections for hvac, 4wd etc?) am i missing something? im no rookie, and yellow, red, black arent hard to mess up. i should at least get power im thinking...DOA head unit maybe?

[@Wickham-oi2dq]

what if you have the h2 with the bose how do i power the amp with the wires

[@jeffkraus1457]

When installing an aftermarket radio in my HUMMER H3, is the theft protection activated and asking for a code or not. Just plug and play? Thanks

[@baybaeboy6]

I installed this and I can’t tune how much bass I want can you help me out what do I do wrong everything else works just fine except for the tune of the bass the subwoofer works but I can’t tune it???

[@josuecordero4300]

So I bought a hummer h3 with an aftermarket radio/stereo already installed on to it. However the rear speakers don't work correctly, I looked at the wiring behind the stereo and realized that sometimes if a wiggle the interface into a certain position the rear speakers kind of start working. I don't know too much about whats going on, but would it be best to just reinstall a new stereo, or just switch the interface or re wire with a new interface ? Also could it be possible the wiring is bad in which case there's no sound in the rear speaker ?

[@DirtyNinez]

That sounds more like a loose connection or something with the wires, I would try to wiggle the wires and see if you can find the area they are damaged at

[@frankcraig1533]

So I can’t find a digital touch screen receiver that’s 6.4. Would a 6.8 work with the metra 93-3304? And does the metra 93-3304 the only size to fit for a hummer h3 08’?

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

Screen size is irrelevant as the parts used are designed for the chassis size, which should be a double din. Parts used work for all models of the H3.

[@rizkybiss]

cool! i have the stock monsoon system with amp and woofer in rear on my h3. do i need anything special to keep them running? or will any radio with wire harness keep it going?

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

We did too, just use the parts linked in the description and wire as we did, you should be fine.

[@mumhustler]

@@ProvoBeastAudio Is there any wiring kit (that retains steering wheel functionality) that is plug and play or do they all require matching up wires and soldering? Also are the wires color coded when matching up - or how do you know which to solder together?

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

@@mumhustler You will be required to match color for color. On most major brand radios, it will be color for color. If you don't know how to solder, you can use crimp caps or butt connectors.

[@saidelkhansa3831]

Did it work??

[@saidelkhansa3831]

@riskybiss

[@michealangelo3326]

Hi, would like to try and install a radio to my hummer. (First time) would a Sony XAV-AX150 be the same concept ?

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

Identical, yes.

[@eromanca1]

Hey, does it work ? I would like to buy the same Sony radio but I am not sure if it fits good

[@waynerowland4533]

Did you not use the secondary connector?

[@deplorable_pureblood_patri7704]

I need this answer too. Hooked everything up but have no audio output. No connections for secondary harness…

[@bryantampus748]

I need this one the set? How

[@bradcuewalker]

Any idea why my aftermarket radio is so loud? Hissing when it’s all the way down and volume is low to loud! It’s like I have an external amp turned all the up. Any idea? 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@sebjaw]

I have the same... Any hepl ?

[@bradcuewalker]

@@sebjaw none

[@Ricovette]

Totally enjoyed this upload! Thumbs up and a sub from me... Stay safe... Rico (Black '06 H3)

[@jayfrasier8815]

Where did you tie in the park brake wire at?

[@fayereyes1300]

I 2nd that question!

[@jimiandersonblackknight7554]

What about the second wiring harness plug from the H3? Same stereo same harness but no plug for the second factory stereo wires? Is the second harness not necessary??

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

Not for the aftermarket radio, no. Parts used and linked in the description will work for all trims

[@jimiandersonblackknight7554]

Thanks I got a bad radio I’m thinking my phone syncs up. Perfect, it searches for channels on the radio. Perfect everything works. I can make phone calls I can receive texts. I can use the maps but there is absolutely zero volume no matter what I try. Lol. Wiring is all correct I’ve checked it five times now and I don’t think one crossed speaker wire would do that even though I’ve checked to make sure none of them are crossed.

[@cpargy4065]

@@jimiandersonblackknight7554did you ever solve this, have this issue right now

[@deplorable_pureblood_patri7704]

I’m experiencing the same exact thing. Everything works except audio. Phone is paired. Backup camera works. No audio!

[@cpargy4065]

@@deplorable_pureblood_patri7704 I assume you figured it out but incase you didn't or for others with this issue I'll say what solved it for me. One of the two wires he left out (don't remember if it was the blue or red) is the power for the stock amp. If you connect that to the red 12v power then you will have audio.

[@fantasx5480]

Why did you leave the blue and red wire out ?

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

We do that for the next installer - Red wire is an extra accessory if needed, and blue wire is an amplifier turn on trigger if the customer adds an aftermarket amp down the road. This prevents the need to tear apart the harness later on.

[@TheThoover]

does the unit have Bluetooth or aux jack ?

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

Bluetooth! This unit is discontinued, but this unit here has both Bluetooth, Carplay, Android Auto, and AUX / AV: amzn.to/3ALE9EH

[@TheThoover]

@@ProvoBeastAudio thanks

[@JS-lv5pn]

So pretty much just connecting color to color?

[@devonours863]

He said ac is on full blast but you can see it’s not 9:25

[@robertshurtz9425]

you need to remake your video, you used a discontinued radio, I don't know what I need to buy to hook up a different one..

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

Parts we used work for any brand name double din radio on the market. No need to remake any video...

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

If you need help deciding on a radio, send us a message on our facebook or instagram page and we can provide some great options.

[@tomfrantz]

too many ads. OUT

[@daneh9910]

Get to the point

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

All of it is useful information as this is a DIY for anybody installing a radio, novice to experienced.

[@fayereyes1300]

What did you do with the parking break wire?

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

Being a sony, it can simply be grounded.

[@fayereyes1300]

Mine is a pioneer

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

You can use a parking brake bypass if you need to hook it up. Some Pioneers you can ground if you don't need video while in motion. @@fayereyes1300