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Re: lockpick sitting in the console for the last yr! [chile96]
by seabyrd
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Jul 07, 2007 (7:35 pm)
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Replying to: chile96 (Jul 07, 2007 7:07 pm)
Just pull it off.. it has several catches around the edges... be careful but pull firmly.. it scared me and I ended up mad and pulled it and it came off... get some teflon spatulas (they are thin) and slide in behind it... ease it around the edge (teflon won't scratch it) then when you have it lifted a little all around it will pop off.. If it scares you too much drive by the Chevy paint & body shop.. they'll probably pop it off for you for nothing if you don't tell them what you're doing.. just tell them you're adding something..
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- #2636 of 3125
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Re: lockpick sitting in the console for the last yr! [seabyrd]
by chile96
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Jul 08, 2007 (8:45 am)
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Replying to: seabyrd (Jul 07, 2007 7:35 pm)
did you pry it between the outer edge and the console or the inner edge and the radio head unit
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- #2637 of 3125
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Re: lockpick sitting in the console for the last yr! [chile96]
by seabyrd
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Jul 08, 2007 (9:49 am)
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Replying to: chile96 (Jul 08, 2007 8:45 am)
I pried from the outer edge.. its held on with plastic snaps half the snap is a part of the frame.. get under it carefully in several spots then use an even pressure to pull it off.. Once you get it off and see it you'll wish you had just pulled a little harder sooner... just make sure you don't pull it from just one spot.. Let me know how it comes out for you.. once you get it off you'll be finished in 20 mins. test it while driving before you put the trim back on !! Again.. good luck..
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- #2638 of 3125
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Re: 07 LTZ window tint [seabyrd]
by junglegeorge
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Jul 08, 2007 (4:38 pm)
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Replying to: seabyrd (Jul 07, 2007 6:47 pm)
I installed a Gen II last December, ever since I have strange electrical issues, intermittently the radio will not power up, the back up sensors will not work, the radio will work but the Nav will not function, the shift indicator will just flash, or some other electrical module will not work. It took GM several months to determine that it was the Gen II. I called Costal Tech, they state they have not seen this issue before, and that they have thousands of happy customers. They are sending me a replacement unit, thinking that the unit is defective, or I screwed up the installation. I up-graded to the Gen III just for kicks. I will let you know if this solves the issues. George
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- #2639 of 3125
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Re: 07 LTZ window tint [junglegeorge]
by seabyrd
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Jul 08, 2007 (6:24 pm)
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Replying to: junglegeorge (Jul 08, 2007 4:38 pm)
I'm sorry you're having problems.. they sound strange too.. I hope the GEN2 is defective and the GEN3 solves your problems.. let me know..Good luck George... BTW in a lot of the earlier posts here people were having similar problems. They didn't have anything like lockpicks installed either. When they complained to the dealer they reprogrammed something and the problem was solved. I think it was mainly the first ones (2007s) that came out. You might want to take it out for a week or so and make sure you don't have the same problem before you install the GEN3. Next time your radio or other component won't power up. try restarting the vehicle with the driver door open. they say that made it work then.. Strange isn't it? Good Luck
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- #2640 of 3125
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GM Lockpick Gen3
by kficeman1
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Jul 09, 2007 (2:02 pm)
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I just installed mine last week and now I'm free of the "electronic nanny's" grip!!! It drove me crazy to get locked out once out of park. The GEN3 allows for a additional video input to be played on the screen, i.e a baby cam.
Removing the face plate involves a firm and steady pull at the various locations of the clips, yes it feels like you are going to snap it to pieces but it will come off.
Delivered the GEN3 was $260.
-Kevin
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The Black Box
by onerskygrl
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Jul 09, 2007 (2:43 pm)
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I just learned an interesting thing today. Apparently there is a "black box" in GMC (and I guess Chevy as well) vehicles that - how shall we say - gathers information on the driver's speed, handling, etc. And this information can be distributed to your insurance company. Like if you are in an accident - they pull the black box and find out your speed, how you were driving, etc. Kind of like Uncle Sam over your shoulder. I just bought my husband a 2007 Denali for his birthday and I called the dealer and asked about it and he said it was true. He's trying to get me more information on it. And then we will talk to our mechanic about getting it out of there. I can't believe they can do something like that without telling you!!!!!!!
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Re: The Black Box [onerskygrl]
by csprick
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Jul 09, 2007 (4:19 pm)
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Replying to: onerskygrl (Jul 09, 2007 2:43 pm)
Not new news.
Many (all??) manufacturers have been installing these for some years. See this site for starters, or do a search for "Event Data Recorder" +automobile for more information.
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Gen2 vs Gen3
by chile96
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Jul 10, 2007 (5:05 pm)
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if i understand it correctly, the only difference between the Gen2 and Gen3 LockPicks is that the Gen3 adds some features for the DVD use. So if I have nav but do not have the DVD system(no backseat flip down screen), then I'm guessing the Gen3 upgrade will be of no benefit for me???
Am I right??
Thanks
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Re: Gen2 vs Gen3 [chile96]
by seabyrd
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Jul 10, 2007 (5:34 pm)
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Replying to: chile96 (Jul 10, 2007 5:05 pm)
Gen2 and Gen3 do the same things.. the gen3 is later improvaed version I think.. I think it has an extra port inside to add another camera or something.. Not sure though.
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