HOW TO REPLACE INSTALL GMC CADILLAC BOSE AMP IN A YUKON ESCALADE

[@bosshogg804]

This video worked for me. I found another amp for $75 from the junkyard. I didn’t need to re-program it. This saved me a lot of money because I thought I needed to replace the head unit and/or the speakers. Thanks so much!!!!

[@mrict2002]

In terms of quality and ease to follow, this is one of the best made tutorials on youtube. Excellent light, sound, video quality, no blur or camera shake. You are professional. Neat and thanks.

[@michaelkennedy3383]

Thanks so much for this extraordinary video. I was quoted $500 to replace the old amplifier with one I bought used on line. Lots to do, but I followed your steps to a T and couldn't be happier. All sounds work again in my 2006 Yukon Denali.

[@TheRykerDane]

awesome! I am so glad it helped somebody out. you are welcome!

[@TheRykerDane]

Well thank you so much! I appreciate the positive feedback. I am glad that I was able to help you and others out! It can be a tough job to do if you don't see "how to" do it first. Thanks for watching!

[@brandonlimson8622]

So that's y my battery dies all the time. 1 day if no driving and it's dead.

[@Choconuss]

can u please elaborate where the Audio Amp is on the 2006 Cadillac STS v8!! isnt it under the back seat? or?

[@JayLoveBeats]

Wow, this video will come in handy in helping me remove my center console to replace the subwoofer in my 03 Escalade. Thanks a lot !

[@possumdan1]

I cut some corners as well. Didn't pull the console out or take the side panels off. Took the screws out of the side panels and took the screws out of the part of the console that was screwed to the metal bracket above the amp. That lets the console move up/down a couple of inches. Unscrewed the metal cover over the amp which lets it move enough front to back to get to the two front screws holding the amp in. Remove screws, slide amp out....easy.

[@ryanmaya8685]

Thanks bro was searching everywhere so I can add an aftermarket subwoofer. Theres videos on how to do it, but what they lacked was showing how not break all your panels. So thanks brother.

[@blobster1111]

Did you use a aftermarket amp?

[@biglou8303]

My God Man, I was sweating just watching this, good job

[@ctl46]

What a wonderful video! Very informative and saves money. What more can somebody ask for! I'm subscribed!

[@RodneyD]

You're wrong when you said that you won't be able to use the factory Bose amp with a aftermarket radio. I just got a Kenwood DPX double din radio installed in my 2004 Yukon after my factory 6 disc radio quit working. The installer asked me if I wanted to use the built-in amp that came with Kenwood or continue to use the factory Bose amp. I chose to keep my Bose amp running exactly the same and it works perfectly. Even my Onstar, Sirius satellite, and steering wheel controls still work.

[@TheRykerDane]

Rodney Holt well thats cool. I didn't know there was a work a round to keep using your same bose amp. You might need a special adapter harness that they might make now. And there might be some computer resetting or something to do to. But for the average person who doesn't know any of that they might need a professional to help with that. good info, thanks

[@monicar.6420]

I also got kenwood stereo. But now there is no sound. Dudes who installed it.. Said ita either my amp or speakers... But they werw working fine with factory stereo

[@samsen201]

Did you use any Metra or other adapters to make this happen? Cuz I thought that is not possible either.

[@ElCuhVete512]

same as well😢

[@kwelch108]

Good video with everything in good light and easy to understand. But how is it killing battery every night?

[@TheRykerDane]

Because the amp had a short, and it was drawing 1 whole amp even when off. Accessories are only supposed to draw about 15 milli amps. Thanks for the comments!

[@jewllake]

Did this BOSE radio sound better than the one on your newer white one? I just did the LUX y91 BOSE upgrade on my 06 Yukon. I had to repin the harness and of course replace the amp. It sounds better, but not by much!

[@TheRykerDane]

Yes I think, but the new SLT doesn't have all bose speakers.

[@Cmimss]

great video I have a 07 Yukon Denali xl and I'm wondering if I should just replace my Bose amp since all my speakers took a crap on me accept my front to driver side speakers but it looks insanely too hard I don't know if I should just upgrade my speakers and amp and let the pros install it or do what you did

[@TheRykerDane]

did the speaker go out because the amp is out? Otherwise it is pretty easy fix, just need some time. Also, you may want to just upgrade everything to an aftermarket amp and speakers for more power. But you need a new receiver too for it to all work.

[@Cmimss]

Crapped out on me when I hooked up this 09 battery I'm sure that 09 battery was dead anyways

[@Cmimss]

As soon as it was hooked up all he'll went loose

[@txboy112233]

I HAVE A QUESTION!!!! I WANT TO PUT MY SUB AND AMP INSTALL .INTO MY 2002 YUKON DENALI.

[@jewllake]

edit I mean 9/32 wrench. once again thanks for taking the time to film this.

[@Catholic1391]

Am going to install aftermarket amplifier for subwoofer do you know which wire i tap into? 2013 Chevy Tahoe LTZ

[@natigirlification]

I have a question how can you tell if your amp went band and not just your speakers? I already checked all my fuses but my bose speakers would make this loud popping noise ? And thank you so much for this video you just saved me about 1,100 dollars !

[@TheRykerDane]

You could hook your speakers manually or take them out to test. you are welcome!

[@caspiansea6745]

Hi again, One more question. How am I supposed to reset the computer when I replace the factory 6CD changer with an aftermarket cd player? I just want to add that the 650mA draw was with the ignition off and the key out. Thanks, Sean

[@richardstone4073]

I have an 2006 Denali with same problem. No sound in the speakers. I plugged head phones into the rear seat jacks and have sound from the radio. This tells me the radio is good. How did you initially figure it was the amp.. Great job on the video. Thanks

[@TheRykerDane]

+Richard Stone I had no sound at all. The radio worked with lights and changing stations. Did a test and saw power was going through. I also read some other forums about the amp, so decided to change it and that was the case. Plus the amp is right under my moonroof and I left it open during a rain.

[@jasonzuni75]

If the amp don't work do the speakers still put out sound I'm having the same problem with my vehicle

[@TheRykerDane]

Depends on the radio that is installed, The radio might not have enough power to give to all the speakers, thats why an amp is needed.

[@jewllake]

Great write up and show. I just cut corners. I removed my passenger side console, used a little ratchet 5/8 box wrench to remove the front bolt. then I bent the bracket on the back of the console and just slid the amp out. Both ways are time consuming though. Gm made this way harder then need be.

[@tonyh1174]

How did you know it was a bad amp? Great vid!!

[@donnagilberti4325]

Nice. How would you add an adapter to 04 escalade to Let stem to Pandora?

[@TheRykerDane]

I am not sure, I think you have to plug into the back of the radio, then run the wire down along the side and into your console to plug into your smartphone.

[@donnagilberti4325]

Could you use the red and white ports or headphones on did player?

[@donnagilberti4325]

Or how can you get to back of radio?

[@TheRykerDane]

You have to remove the dash trim and then pull the radio straight out. You might need a special radio pulling tool. Not sure but you could call Crutchfield for specifics. #crutchfield

[@randybeach1149]

My bose system never worked in my 2004 GMC seirra I purchased it 3 years ago. I went to salvage yard and got a bose amp. Today. Installed it but still no sound coming out my speakers. Radio lights up and seems. To wrk but no sound. Digital volume wrks but no sound through speakers. Someone please help. Oh I purchased new fuse for radio and for amplifier. Please help. Does it need resetting some type of way?

[@juanperez-uc4ti]

On your center console does yours have a factory subwoofer in the very front which goes under the dash when in place?

[@TheRykerDane]

No it does not, I think the Bose system is just that good that it sounds like there is a sub in it. Do you have a sub in yours? What size is it?

[@juanperez-uc4ti]

TheRykerDane I think mine does I have a 03 escalade bcuz when I first bought it the sound quality was very good in it to the point where you would think that I have a subwoofer box in the trunk now it doesn't sound that good anymore I think the subwoofer might be blown I was told that from 03 to 06 has a factory bose subwoofer hidden in the center console ive already bought a new one for like 40 bucks its like a 6 inch woofer I think only the models with the premium bose system came with a factory subwoofer

[@TheRykerDane]

Oh i see, yep that might be a little different because its a caddy. Thats cool that you have a sub coming stock though. Sorry it blew but also make sure that you connections are good too.

[@JayLoveBeats]

@@juanperez-uc4ti Hey Juan I have the same year Escalade with the same subwoofer issue. I'm curious did you have to take the whole console out to swap out the subwoofer ?

[@DaddytechEnt]

*what were the symptoms that led you to coming to the conclusion that your amp needed replacing? i think this may be exactly what is currently wrong with my 06 Escalade too my sound just quit playing but everything else on my stereo appears to be working as usual and this isn't the first time my sound has stopped working but it's not coming back on this time like it did before*

[@TheRykerDane]

I heard a pop one day when I turned on the radio, then nothing. There was power to the radio. But also noticed my moonroof was open just a little bit. Happened to have rain that day. So I think water dripped down a shorted out the amp.

[@uscgbm85]

HI again, I was told by Crutchfield who I bought my deck from that the factory amp would work because of the special wireing harness they sent me. I watched your video and replaced the amp, and still no sound!! Ive already checked the fuses.....

[@TheRykerDane]

Jordan Roark Well thats interesting because before doing this process i almost replaced the factory radio, and crutchfield told me that the new radio would not work with the system. You replaced the amp with the same bose amp or an aftermarket amp?

[@TheMouse2387]

The speakers all worked good before I swapped the amp and I bought the amp from a dealership so and the numbers matched so like you said it must be in the computer thanks

[@diesel2421]

I see there is a blue clip in the amp as well as a gray clip. Would you happen to know which clip is the output to the actual speakers?

[@TheRykerDane]

I cannot remember for sure, but do they say left and right? otherwise I think it might be blue

[@josephbenton6701]

Thanks I have been wondering how my battery kept going bad from setting. I have a 2003 Yukon denali can I replace my cd player with that type you have in the 04?

[@TheRykerDane]

Yes, its just possible though that you may have to do a reset with the computer if you change your cd/stereo player.

[@91slownotch]

If you have the Bose system, the big difference is if you have the Lux or Premium. I think the Escalade and Denali's had the Lux and everything else had the Premium.

[@uscgbm85]

Hi, good video, I have a 04 yukon xl denali. I have no sound(bought it like that) and I just installed a brand new aftermarket deck from crutchfeild. Leaning towards needing a new amp, but how do I know for sure thats the problem. I dont have dead batteries, just no sound, thanks

[@TheRykerDane]

Jordan Roark If you bought a new aftermarket radio, then you won't be able to use the stock bose amp thats in it. You will have to use a new amp. The factory radio and factory amp in the yukon only work together. So I would just buy a new amp and install. Make sure the connections to the speakers are hooked up correctly, you may have to manually wire them into your radio since the factory harness won't work anymore.

[@glennmoeller5801]

@@TheRykerDane That's not true because I just replaced my HU on my 2003 Tahoe with an aftermarket unit thru Crutchfield and bought the wiring harness and module that allows you to keep steering wheel functions and Onstar and it works with the old Bose Amp. But now I'm having the same problem I had with my factory head which is during 40 degree weather the amp goes dead until it heats up outside.

[@jbaltazar8640]

I have the same exact problem with my 2005 Gmac yukon Denali .but where can I get an amp like diz .or is the dealer the only place

[@TheRykerDane]

No you can check a junkyard. But make sure the junkyard has a rating system so that they can tell you if the amp is good. As in an A B or C rating. You don't want to get a amp that is already shorted out. Just check online or LKQ or something. hope it helps thanks!

[@masonwinfree4965]

Do you have to set the amplifier?

[@marionavarrete4938]

I have 2000 Yukon dunali radio has power but no sound out of any speaker the system is stock bose would amp going out cause the plz lmk

[@TheRykerDane]

yes the amp gives power to speakers

[@tabbert33]

+TheRykerDane so I have a 2003 GMC Yukon XL Denali with the bose sound system... got in my truck this morning and turned on the radio and got no sound out of speakers... Everything seems to be working properly just no sound... I was wondering if it still could be the amp even though I don't have a dead battery... is there any way to test the amp to see if its good or bad? Thanks

[@TheRykerDane]

+tabbert33 yes you can hook a meter to it and see if any current goes through it and you can tell if it is shorted out or not. It might be blown or it could be just a simple fuse out too

[@tabbert33]

+TheRykerDane Thanks for the response. It started working again next time I got in the truck so its not a fuse. Will test the amp next time it goes out and let you know what I find. Thanks for the info. Great vid.

[@TheMouse2387]

Hey so I swapped out the amp cause I had the same battery killing problem in my 06 Denali and now I only have sound coming out of the front right speakers. Have you heard of that problem?

[@TheRykerDane]

The only thing I can think of is your rear speakers are disconnected, blown, or that you have to do a system reset with the new amp in there. Sometimes when putting a amp in the vehicle from a different vehicle, the system will not recognize it and you have to have a computer scanner hooked up to reset it. All I can say it check your connections and make sure the same numbers (serial) (model) are the same on the new one as your old on. good luck!

[@egh77]

TheMouse2387 did the system reset work for your denali? I have the same issue - right front speakers only working after I replaced the amp. This is better than no sound, but not quite what I was hoping for. Thanks for any updates!

[@TheMouse2387]

The dealership had to plug into my Denali for it to recognize the new amp cause it wasn't a salvaged amp it was brand new

[@egh77]

TheMouse2387 Did it end up working?

[@AlanTrades]

This the same for an 08 ext?

[@frankepps3505]

So installed new amp...same part number but radio only coming out of one speaker.... Not just one side but just one speaker...front passenger....Balance on radio is correct. Checked all connections....any suggestions?

[@TheRykerDane]

+Frank Epps wow thats weird, you could try removing the radio fuse, unplug the amp, then plug everything in again. Seems like it needs to be reset again. If this doesn't work, then you might have to have it programmed again at the dealership.

[@frankepps3505]

+TheRykerDane Thanks for the reply. I'll try what you suggest.. To reprogram by the dealer...do they need access to the amp to reprogram?

[@TheRykerDane]

Frank Epps no I think they just plug into the computer or underneath your dash. But sorry, I wish it would have worked for you, especially if it was the same amp part number. Hopefully the last one or something didn't blow your other speakers, but I doubt that was it.

[@frankepps3505]

+TheRykerDane ...Copy that.... I'll let you know how it goes. BTW, great video. Very helpful.

[@TheRykerDane]

Frank Epps You are welcome! I knew it might be useful to someone!

[@jamalmusa9736]

Will this AMP work on a 2014 F 150? We have a few cars at the house and since my family got a 2018 YUKON XL I figured I'd swap the amp on the 2003 Cadillac Escalade and install it in my truck.

[@DJRAKKK]

no it has to be a Ford Amp for the Ford Truck. These are not aftermarket.

[@teda.miller4644]

I have an 02 Escalade and I replaced the radio with a Crutchfield kit and PAC interface modules and harnesses. The front speakers work great but not the rear. I had no idea there was another hidden amplifier until I watched your video!! Is it possible that the amp has fuses in it that could have caused the rear only to not work??

[@TheRykerDane]

Ted A. Miller I am not sure because you would have to take out the 6-8 allen head bolts in the amp to see if there are fuses inside, but I doubt there are. Do the rear speakers work at all? If not then there is a signal loss somewhere. Did Crutchfield say that this setup would work with the Bose system?

[@teda.miller4644]

Thanks for answering. Crutchfield said it should work perfectly. My plan is to plug the original radio back in to verify the Amp and Speakers, then go back to PAC who makes the adapters for Crutchfield to see what's up.

[@TheRykerDane]

Ted A. Miller Ya that would be a good idea. Also check your relay box to see if any fuses are out.

[@teda.miller4644]

Thanks, I will

[@DaddytechEnt]

HOW WERE YOU ABLE TO GET THE RIGHT MODEL NUMBER BEFORE YOU TORE THE THING APART?

[@TheRykerDane]

Just calling GM dealerships for the part number

[@DaddytechEnt]

thanks i'll give that a shot, Really enjoyed the video, nice and informative thanks for taking the time to film, edit, render and post this one. VERY helpful!

[@TheRykerDane]

You got it!

[@DaddytechEnt]

ok as i suspected the part number they gave me is the same as yours but all of them keep trying to tell me that it has to be programmed by them. didn't see any of that in your how to video here. is that true or is it as simple as you show where it just needs swapped out and everything is cool again because i had 2 different dealers tell me that. Oh and the current price for that same amp for my escalade is $884.00 plus $450.00 to "program" it

[@jewllake]

@@DaddytechEnt Used amps do not need to be programmed as long as they are going into the same style vehicle. New amps have no programming and will need to be configured to your car. A new amp will only play sound from the front right speaker. GM needs to program to the tune of $150.00

[@mikeoneill81]

I have a 2004 Tahoe with the same problem as you did. I haven't looked for replacement amp form a junkyard yet. However, I have a couple amps from some of my old subs. Do you think I would be able to buy some kind of cable converter or something to use a different brand amp instead?

[@patricknbrooks11]

Michael O'Neill 4 channel amp

[@monicar.6420]

Will you come reset my 2004 denali yukon. Git a new radio put in.. But no sound

[@TheRykerDane]

Check out the instructions, I bet you can do it

[@monicar.6420]

My yukon is the same color.! My speakers worked before I swapped out the factory radio. It worked off and on after and now there is no sound at all...

[@jbaltazar8640]

This mechanic I know told me to go check at a junk yard .but I'm not sure if they'll work for my yukon .does it have to be the exact same amp or yukon .or does it matter

[@TheRykerDane]

Needs to be an amp from a Yukon Denali or Cadillac escalade from years 2003-2006. Good luck

[@newskykng]

TheRykerDane I have a 2004 Sierra with the Bose system. My little one spilled a drink on my console. Couple of days later, no audio! Thanks for the video. Amp should be the same.

[@TheRykerDane]

yep thats what happens. Either drinks spill or leaving a window or moonroof open during rain will short it out too. good luck!

[@brandontrice1402]

What kind of head lights you have on your truck?

[@sp00f34]

what's the amp part number to the 2010 escalade?

[@caspiansea6745]

Hi, I replaced the factory 6CD changer on my Sierra SLT with Bose system with a single dim Kenwood car CD player. I used PAC OS-2BOSE interface for GM to make the Kenwood working but in two days, my brand new battery died and I didn`t know why, so I put an amp meter between the negative pole on the battery and the negative cable (removed the negative cable off the battery) and monitored the amp. I saw the amp meter was drawing 650mA constantly from the battery, I then put the factory 6CD changer back on the car and checked the amp meter again, this time it was drawing only 15mA. I took it to the radio installer and he said my interface is defected! The question I have is that can it be because of bad amplifier? I thought then if the amplifire was bad, the amp shouldn`t have changed after I put the factory 6CD changer back on the car! I should add, the kenwood was working pretty good, the only problem was the excessive amp drawing from battery. Any thoughts? Thanks, Sean

[@TheRykerDane]

Caspian Sea So when you had it installed, was the music playing fine, (no crackling speakers or power drops) If so then yes I was say the interface is not working properly. Usually if you replace the factory radio, and put in an aftermarket, the system does not work well. As far as resetting the computer: if the cd player worked when you installed then no you don't have to. If after you installed it everything was silent and no sound, then the computer would need to be reset to acknowledge the new device. See if you can replace the interface and try again.

[@gbolaakiyode5905]

very helpful .Thank you

[@migmogg8087]

Do you still have that Yukon

[@TheRykerDane]

I do not. I have a 2012 and 2014

[@migmogg8087]

@@TheRykerDane man I woulda bought it off you

[@pastrana37]

please Help me out I own 07 GMC Yukon My Radio Not Turn on.I appreciate any Input from you,Thank you

[@TheRykerDane]

+pastrana37 if the radio does not turn on then it is a fuse. If it turns on and there is no sound then it is the amp to replace

[@pastrana37]

Thanks I got my radio Back on,Was fuse number 41,just need it a reboot,thanks anyway

[@Ckoolee11]

i´ve a GMC Yukon ´07, is the same place?

[@TheRykerDane]

no, it would be a little different, new body style

[@michaelfrazier4818]

Thanks for the amp video!

[@TheRykerDane]

You are welcome, I hope it helped

[@bartlett1389]

another thing you could do is remove the screws from the sides before you disconnect anything that way you don't need to disconnect and reconnect the battery many times during the removal and put them in last when you have everything all put together again thats what i would do do them first when removing and last when reinstalling

[@datkinee6674]

i like that "i feel a lil bit richERRR" hell yea thats how i be feeling on my lil name brand n SAVINGS hahahahh ...nice vid

[@TheRykerDane]

ha ha, ya I know, thanks and glad it helped!

[@abrahambecerra473]

TheRykerDane I have the same problem in my 2001 chevy Tahoe and I don't know where is placed the amplifier

[@TheRykerDane]

Good! Glad it worked out for you!

[@txboy112233]

How do i bypass ? Amplifier

[@txboy112233]

Guess what im saying i wanna keep the factory radio but use my aftermarket amp amd sub

[@carlcharley3995]

hey man need help I add a sub to my o3 suburban and where do I get sound

[@TheRykerDane]

You probably need to hook to a aftermarket amp then, since the factory one doesn't have a spot to plug in another sub

[@Aunkownperson1]

God how many miles you have on your yukon? Im only wondering this because omg you have a shit ton things that always need to be replaced.

[@TheRykerDane]

ha ha, I know. I only have 155,000 on it. I am just doing a lot of the routine maintenance things on it, but it seems like some things came earlier than they should have. hope they helped you!

[@RodneyD]

It all depends on the installer.

[@cheryllwood9508]

great video,thanks

[@whathacrapp]

I wish I still had my amp. Someone felt the need to want it more than me. Jerome, I want my amp back. He is the only person who saw where it was, he worked at a place that installs audio equipment. apparently they uninstall for free >:/ it was on video too. apparently, someone stopping by my car, the backseat being down when I got back, having no amp when I got back... (oh yeah, he knew where I worked I hours) seeing the car go down the parking garage in a 17 different angles. how many Buicks

[@TheRykerDane]

Thanks, glad it helped!

[@TheRykerDane]

You are welcome, yep I can't believe that they put the Amp there.

[@TheRykerDane]

The stock headlights are on it.

[@JNT4067]

PANEL REMOVAL TOOL'S, DRILL+HEADBAND LIGHT MY FRIEND

[@TheRykerDane]

yep, good tools to have

[@TheRykerDane]

wow, that sucks. Sorry to hear it. Hopefully some insurance covered it.

[@supercvz]

what a pain in the ass job to do but worth it in the end

[@TheRykerDane]

+Jeremy K. ya I know, they really make it a pain for sure!

[@4southernman]

Never read anyone with my problem. 2004 Escalade, Bose radio has no sound on FM, either of them. AM , Sirus, CD all have sound normal. FM nothing.

[@Cmimss]

I don't even have this SUV, but this way to much work...

[@TheRykerDane]

ya I know, I guess thats why GM was going to charge me like 1,000 to ,1200 bucks for it. thanks for sharing!

[@Nitronerd]

What a pain. But thanks for showing us.

[@keepitthoro6768]

Wow thats ridiculous amount of steps just to reach an amp wow

[@TheRykerDane]

Yes I know, they didn't think about these every being replaced.

[@kyledevore871]

Nirvana!! will get u a like and subscribe

[@TheRykerDane]

thanks a lot, I hope you find more useful stuff on the 04 Yukon

[@cannonball1395]

I just wouldve removed the entire CONSOLE

[@whathacrapp]

Oh, sorry, I got off topic.. after I told the cops all of that information, it wasn't enough...what the crap, how much more proof do you need.

[@whathacrapp]

how many white guys with white Buicks and gold rims can there be in a town that know where I work... this was about a week after he saw it. They happen to pick my car out of a 5 story parking garage? secure that amp in good... along with everything else

[@jarrheadja1522]

And this is why it costs 1100 lol

[@TheRykerDane]

yep its spendy

[@DanielLopez-qm7kn]

What a pain in the ass just to replace it

[@TheRykerDane]

yep,its a big job for sure

[@raynutty82]

That looked like a bitch!!!

[@TheRykerDane]

yep it was a pain for sure!