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my mom and i were literally looking a bluetooth radio and i was looking for a back up camera for my first car, and im really glad i found this video

I’m excited for your Tahoe project! I have a 2005 Yukon XL. It was my dad’s and he gave me the keys to it when I graduated high school with the condition that I’ll be the one maintaining it. Tune up, transmission service, differential service, u-joints, shocks, new tires, brake pads (changed for the first time after 140k miles) and rotors all done. 204k miles and still strong. I learned most of these things from RU-vid videos like yours! Keep up the good work and great content! Makes me want to start fixing all the buttons that don’t light up anymore, upgrading my OG stereo and changing my steering wheel too!

I don't know how I ended up here, watched your whole video because I was so thrilled to see the result and wow, what a good job, I admire your patience and skills :-) I learned some stuff today.

Just bought a 2003 GMC Yukon with 177,000 miles. Great truck. And I will hopefully be doing this install in the next couple of weeks. New subscriber here!

You are a great motivator to update older cars. Great work!

Yes!! , Finally something that looks like it was supposed be there this is exactly what I want for my Tahoe.

Great job on this video and install! I've done two of these in my Suburban and Silverado and the one additional step I like to take is replacing the cigarette lighter with an in-dash USB port. You can also get one with HDMI if you have that coming out of the head unit. I really makes for a clean install and then you just need a standard USB cable to your phone.

I have the same Sony radio and have had it for about a year now. Love it! It’s simple and clean like you said! It made my 2010 GMC Sierras interior really pop! I have no complaints with it at all

I had that same backup camera on my suburban, it gave me a lot of trouble fogging up and getting hit while loading up the cargo area. I just ended up buying a small stainless steel housing camera on Amazon and mounted it just under the bumper but above the hitch receiver. It's been really good so far.

Amazing video! Thank you for taking your time to make a good video showing the actual process of installation

Those geese were going nuts

Love these suburban videos! I just got my 08 Yukon XL the other day. This is getting me pumped up on fixing mine up

26:00 squirrel almost falls from roof in the background 🤣🤣

Love this guy! Matt makes it look easy. Thanks for posting these videos as they are extremely helpful for future ideas. Appreciate it brother!

These trucks will run forever , mine has 315k miles, I have a check engine light but that’s because I need to change my manifold intake gaskets and one of my o2 sensors. But other then that she runs strong

Dude thank you for having this video ive been looking aimlessly through RU-vid and all the videos I can find get me no where. I have an 06 F150 but you explained enough to understand what needs to happen! Thank you!

I subscribed because I have an 02 yukon that was gifted to me by a friend. Even with owning an 04 avalanche back in the day and knowing most of this already, I enjoy watching this and learning about my ol' girl. Thx for the content Matt.

your videos have helped me so much with my yukon. thanks Matt!

Very easy way to test your intake manifold gaskets will be to spray some water during a cold start. If the engine shakes more the gasket is leaking once it warms up the material expands. I would recommend doing knock sensors while you’re in there they tend to get corroded over time with the short harness

nice video. i just did a pioneer radio in my wife’s trailblazer. i replaced the broken factory bose radio and it made a huge difference. the sound is so much better.

Thanks for doing this video. I have an 04 Z71 Tahoe with 220k on it. I installed a cheaper Dual unit with apple carplay yesterday with back up camera. Knew exactly what I needed and where to run the wires with you mr detailed instructions.

Your Videos are great. I just purchased a 2004 Tahoe Z71 and all the videos you do are very informative and detailed. Thank you very much. You're a very smart person.

Sweet I’ve been trying to do this to my 09 impala this was very informative

Great video Matt,we had a 02 Tahoe 4×4 4.8 we never had a problem with it except for the knock sensors and a water pump,and or had over 180,000 miles on it,these are very reliable SUVs, hey yours looks great,we bought a 2013 Escalade ESV and we have had several issues with it versus the Tahoe hey man keep the vids coming!

We just bought a 2005 GMC Yukon SLT loaded with options for $1300, it did have a loud whining noise coming from the front differential so we replaced it with one out of a wrecking yard that was in very good shape it was difficult to find one with the correct 4:10 gear ratio that was also all wheel drive. We are enjoying your videos and we are planning to do many of the same things to ours so thank you for blazing the way for us and showing us how your doing everything your doing to your Tahoe, please keep up the great work.

I splice everything to the trailer harness. It’s easily accessible and makes the process way quick.

Just added the backup camera to my 2006 GMC Yukon. Actually easier than it looks. Thanks again Matt.

nice video matt. these are the kind of videos that i enjoy watching.

Nice install. Nice music. Lol...you kilt me with the "wth" when those geese flew by. Sounded just like me, lol.

Be glad you went with single din. Just took out the whole radio and heater cradle and had to do do some cutting. Had it forever just sticking out but since it's cooled down a little I decided to do it the right way. Now a flat and flush install.

Wow this guy is a genius everything was neat and on point great job

That's a nice setup! Thanks for the great videos!

Yoooo the geese 🤣🤣🤣 we both said WTH at the same time 😂 Awesome vid! Can’t wait to get this radio and install it in my Chevy Tahoe 😊🙌🏻 throwing in the rear view camera and stuff was a plus! Thanks 🙏🏻

04 Yukon xl with 211k miles. Runs great. Engine light on, ordering my knock sensors. Changing that first.

Hell yeah another vid. Love ur channel 🙂🙂

Wow this is great! Thanks for sharing this. I wanted to update an old 06 yukon to get bluetooth and backup camera. A guy wants $900 including a basic double din & camera. With patience and this video, I feel confident I can do this myself, thanks for sharing!

Thank you for soldering properly (even though you did them a bit odd xD) you just installed better than 95% of shops out there.

That sony radio fits right in. Love it.

That looks super clean!

Per a few comments. My Tahoe threw a few misfire codes n after all it came down to bad O2 sensor. Love the upgrades you gave to your Tahoe!

28:05 LOL cool video bro i just subscribed

I love the dashboards of old Tahoe's its geared towards the driver so cool

Hey dude, very nice videos. The codes following a diagnostic flow, this this common the 1 half of the engine. Being old school, I use my 80’s propane enrichment tool with a length of brake tubing to get into tight places. The fuel pressure regulator is common to all cylinders. Use a fused jumper wire and a cheap “Lab Scope” to view the fuel pumps wave form, that should pull 7.5 amp, but with an even stabile waveform. “Tech Tip” If doing intake gaskets, place a thin coat of dielectric grease on both sides. This not only helps with 2K seal, but allows the silicone seals to slide and move a little. Just a tip. Nice job on the videos and I understand most don’t have a “Lab Scope” in the garage. But at the dealer, I used the primary side of the engine scope, only buying an amp probe. As each commutator plate passes under the spring loaded brush, conducts amperage thru it. Pressure is easy as controlled by the regulator. Every time you fill the tank, their is dust, dirt unless an EVAP failure like driving dirt roads. If you replace the tank solenoid because it can’t seal, place a foam/cloth filer over it as it is open all of the time, until it runs an EVAP test for small or larger leaks. Good video.

Thanks Matt, this video made installing the double din and backup cam in my suburban a breeze.

You have done an awesome job with the Tahoe. Keep making videos!

Nice playlist in the end there Haha looked up some of them, great driving tunes 😃

i just got my first car and it’s a 2011 honda pilot. i’m planning to do some things to it and two things i wanna do are install apple car play and a back up camera. thank you for posting this video man. my almost ten year old car about to feel brand new😎

Thanks! I have a 1996 GMC Sierra that I want to do this to and this video revealed a lot of what I need to do.

I don't know if you solved your engine light problem but I ran into the same issue in my Yukon where the light would talk about lean bank issues with 1 and 2. I tried changing out the fuel pump and filter and that didn't fix it. Eventually figured out it was the FlexFuel module going bad. They're about $300 online so I went to the junkyard and bought one for $8 and the light went out. I also gave it a Seafoam treatment through the PCV valve and the truck seriously runs like new. Anyway, thanks for all the videos. All have been very helpful and we appreciate the time you put into them.

I’m glad my truck came with a reverse wire in the trailer lights connection and I just wired to to that. Power and ground in one wire

Because I’m a ‘gadget guy’ [at 68 years old] I want a car stereo like this…no brass, no bells and whistles…just like what YOU have here in this video. BUT! Seeings how my GMC SIERRA EXTENDED CAB truck is 22 years old, and, I’ll be buying a Pleasureway Lexor camper van (Promaster)to live out the rest of my life ‘back’ on the road (retired 38 year veteran truck driver) soon I’ll have to wait! Great video, good information, and, to the point! Stay safe! ~Jim from Houston Texas~

Thanks for this upload, it was very thorough.

Is there anything car wise that LSX Matt can't do? I really enjoy all of your content. I subscribed to your channel last year beginning with the LSX Camaro. Gen 3 is my favorite body style hands down. I did own a Gen 2 '80 Z28 which I loved, but there is just something about those 3rd gen. I have enjoyed watching the Tahoe videos, and I cannot wait to see what you do with the Trans Am. I think your channel is just going to continue to grow. I wish you the best in all of your future endeavors.

Great job man! Nice video!

I currently own 2004 Chevy Tahoe Z71..... I had the exact engine codes - replaced the intake gaskets (new version kit) ..... fixed the problem. Good luck!

More views then subs! Great video bro

New to your channel but I love your content bro!

nice Tahoe really clean look. I must say, I too was having the same problems with the early morning cold starts. my Tahoe would tremble a bit and the engine light would show up a while.

Ran mine up to the arm rest Matt. Dint want to have to reach so far.. great vid

I have the issue on my 99 silverado. That is one of the few issues with the generation LS engines. Might want to replace the knock sensors and wiring harness while you are in there.

i love this so much! if I had the money I would definitely splurg on everything.

Dude came out great look clean af

Lol @ all the geese flying by near the end 😂 good vid too friend

Awesome video man!

Love the hoodie! Nice install !

Yet another excellent video. I like the way your confidence is very reassuring, Even when you aren't 100% sure that exactly what step you're at is going as it should, you let the viewer know it can and will be solved. This is really important because so many of us are so afraid we'll screw things up we never even try. That's what we in the Royal Navy call "A life lesson."* One of the most comforting things to those of us similarly afflicted (blessed?) is how your OCD keeps everything looking professional. Most people think, "Radio, good. Me make loud now." You give thought to the fact that it won't be switched on 100% of the time, so it should LOOK good, too. Choosing a simple design - very subtle but clever, and refitting the mount with a couple of washers so the bezel fit better with less gap, top marks. Thanks for another superb video! Now, if you can make one on how to get Apple Carplay on one of those cheap $49 Amazon wonders you installed in the Malibu... *...I'm not really in the Royal Navy.

I just got a 05 Tahoe with 102k for a steal I think I’m going to do this same set and always love seeing your videos especially the camaro I have 2 of those haven’t got the courage to LS swap yet but that’s the plan for at least one of them

I love these Video so much ❤👑

I really like the Sony head units because like you said they do look more stock ish and I like Sony's UI. I used the same module Radio Pro 5 to install an iPad in my 2011 Silverado so that I retained steering wheel controls and On-Star with a Sony single din head unit behind the iPad mini. It has worked perfectly for about 4 years now. Great vid. thanks for sharing.

Hey I just want to say thanks for sharing this i’m getting ready to do the same thing with mine.

As an FM broadcast engineer, I loved the part where you talk about purposefully interfering with a licensed broadcast station. I'm sure the people on the road around you who listen to that station as well as the station itself really appreciate you using that particular frequency for your personal transmitter. Beyond that, super great video. I learn a lot from your channel.

28:05 the sound when your bout to get killed lol

I got the rp5 and im having issues with white noise. But your video helped me alot because their instructions weren't the best. Thanks

Matt, curious why you didn’t use the mic already located in the headliner of these trucks (I’m guessing they are for Onstar? Seems it would be easier than adding the additional mic. Great vid!

Perfectionist ✌️😎💪

I love the older tahoe/suburban! That model year to be specific. ^.^

Nice clean install job well done

Find some Taylor wires and acdelco coils. I had to do that no more misfire as well helped clear the o2 sensor as well

The moment that screw fell I was like f**k lol!! I had moments like those before. Love your videos keep it up lol your tempting me to go buy a used Tahoe between the years of 01 to 05 and restore it no matter how many miles it has

Smart works. Good job!

That’s a cool hoodie 🤩

Thank you for this information!!

Agree , intake manif. gaskets. Dealer has an improved design gasket set. And, yes, do knock sensors while in there. Also rubber grommets at the intake bolt stations. My Tahoe would run rough on initial cold startup ....lean...vacuum leak at intake gaskets.....same DTC. Easy fix. Spray inside of plastic manif. with carb cleaner a couple of times to soften the crud and blast the inside at a coin car wash/power washer. Have fun. I’d also service the tranny immediately. Drop-the -pan technique....not back-flush technique. Back flush pushes filter gunk back into the system and the filter doesn’t get changed. Bad choice. Top off fluid with a synthetic. I know you know this stuff. Do diffs and transfer case fluids too. Coolant too. Just unsolicited advice from an old man. 250K on my 2001 Tahoe and it tows my equipment trailer...dual axles 4500# loaded with my carpentry tools.....5 days a week. Original 5.3 engine/trans/transfer case/diffs. Bummer is that rust is starting in usual Tahoe locations. I’ve gone through all the mechanicals including ABS module....send the circuit board to Module Masters. Cold solder joints in circuit board of said module is a classic failure with this series of truck. Mechanical fixes are straight forward but rust...that’s a pisser. I don’t weld. Should I spend the dough for a pro to do it or slick it up, sell and move on? Ideally, I’d like a rust free Z 71 with a toasted engine and swap in a LQ9 ...6.0 ..345 horses. These are great vehicles. Comfy. Cheap parts, lots of aftermarket parts options. Another thing I did.was clean the dirt from behind the weather stripping on the body . I placed 1/4” thick 1” wide peel and stick foam behind the weatherstripping which tightens up the door to weatherstrip fit. Eliminated wind noise. Also, replace the heating/cooling system filters under the dash. I’m enjoying your vids. Dave Heitman Semper Fidelis

You got a sub from me 🤙🏽! Great video I will be following the journey

I have the same back up camera and haven’t had a problem yet and I’ve had it since the summer

Nice! You have really given this Tahoe new life. It makes me want to look into getting one

great video man

Bruh who else saw them 3 Blink-182 tpj albums and that he was listening to Box Car Racer? What a man of culture

Great video brother. Im doing this same install to my 03 sierra. I watched the whole thing

Really enjoying this build. Great job! I'm learning a lot. I'm ready to find one myself rather than buying new. Keep the videos coming.

thank you for this...i needed this...

Love the Tahoe videos keep up the good work try to do more interior mods it will be cool I have the same Tahoe Just like yours and I love it!!

Cool Stuff Bro I found me My 1st Truck I ain't sure Year She is yet but definitely bt 2004 n 2006 and I used your Link for the Stereo and I found They have A Newer One that should fit without Mod like One you got I would have had to Cut out Rear Something about Support Bar so yeah Anyway watching how u do your stuff is Helpin me Whoop Whoop

I had a Pioneer installed in my 2004 Envoy, it had to use the adapter harness as well. I thought with keeping steering wheel controls the adapter would utilize the factory microphone built in with the OnStar, I was wrong. The installer mounted the mic right at instrument cluster, did not like the look of it there. Found a nice back up camera on Amazon to use, but again the installer instead of running wire through the factory rubber grommet that had the wires for tag lights and rear wiper/washer, he drilled through the sides of it and ran wire beside it. The adapter harness chime sounded awful. I had it all taken it back and had them remove the aftermarket radio and re-install factory radio, just was not satisfied with the look. Wish the installer would have said " hey this is how this will look, this is what I have to do, etc" I would have returned the stereo then so he would not have installed it. The Pioneer radio was great, sounded good, but the small buttons and trying to work it caused some distraction while driving so it was not worth it to me.

I have a 2002 Silverado 1500. It has 156k miles on it. I’ve spent around $3k on problems since I bought it a year ago. Had to replace fan clutch, alternator, brake lines, spark plugs, 16 push rods, 16 rocker arms, both rear brake rotors, all rear brake pads, one rear brake caliper, intake leak, and a few other things I can’t remember.. Coolant started leaking into the engine at some point, not good! Put some coolant leak sealant into it and it no longer leaks for now. Now the engine light is back on. Engine still makes a nice ticking sound all the time even with all the crap I’ve done. This truck has been nothing but trouble for me since I bought it.. previous owners must not have cared much for it.

That looks insane! could you maybe post a picture or make a short vid of how you did all the connections? was it easy and did the instructions tell you exactly what to do? I want to do this but looks complicated

Would love to see a 3 month update vid on the stereo. Any glitches you have experienced and what you did to resolve them. Thanks man!!

Get yourself a usb socket from a 07-14 Tahoe. Fits where the cigarette lighter is. I did that when I installed my double din. Makes for a factory clean looking install.

I used that same ROAV fm transmitter and its definitely one of the better ones out there. And CHEAP!

Great video. this will definitely help me with my install on my escalade ext. just wondering, does the steering wheel seek and source buttons work? Can you skip songs using the steering wheel buttons?