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Jason@JacFab · 01-26-2012, 05:49 PM

Actually I was just thinking... Maybe I don't want them to know, then they can't find me, or remotely shut down my car for whatever reason... Now where's my tin foil hat?

Just bought mine, there's only one left on that auction and the price is now $179... Better act fast if you want one!

Axe · 01-31-2012, 06:29 PM

So I already added the steering wheel controls and had them programmed so the volume/stereo controls work. Do I have to get the car programmed again to get the bluetooth controls to work? I dont care about Onstar at all, I'll just buy that Ebay unit, and an antennae, then Im set if I read all this correctly. Just not clear if I have to get reprogrammed again. Also, do I just tell the dealer I want to order a bluetooth antennae? Thanks!

jeepguy_1980 · 01-31-2012, 06:32 PM

No programming is required for the bluetooth OnStar module.

Jason@JacFab · 02-01-2012, 11:32 PM

Installed my new onstar/Bluetooth box tonight. Picked up the box for $179.99 (& free shipping), and I got the bluetooth antenna for $32 from the dealer. Very easy install, and it works. Great call quality! The first person I called was my dad, and he was very impressed with the clarity when I told him I was calling with the new equipment; said it sounded almost like a regular phone. The hardest part was getting the glove box back in lol.

*edit* I did notice that the OnStar light on the mirror is now red, where as before it was not on at all... I assume it was not on because my service was over and they told me they were "cutting the link" to my car, which was associated with the old box. I imagine they're probably getting signal from the new box now which isn't associated with an account, so the red light is on.

Iwantone2 · 02-03-2012, 10:33 AM

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Originally Posted by RacnJsn95

Installed my new onstar/Bluetooth box tonight. Picked up the box for $179.99 (& free shipping), and I got the bluetooth antenna for $32 from the dealer. Very easy install, and it works. Great call quality! The first person I called was my dad, and he was very impressed with the clarity when I told him I was calling with the new equipment; said it sounded almost like a regular phone. The hardest part was getting the glove box back in lol.

*edit* I did notice that the OnStar light on the mirror is now red, where as before it was not on at all... I assume it was not on because my service was over and they told me they were "cutting the link" to my car, which was associated with the old box. I imagine they're probably getting signal from the new box now which isn't associated with an account, so the red light is on.

Cool! Glad it worked out for you! If you are not going to use OnStar, then the red light should not have any kind of effects on your car. Just watch your rearview periodically for that black suburban...

Rabamaro · 03-08-2012, 10:30 PM

Ok...so I bought the new box and antennae on eBay and none of my Bluetooth devices seem to pick up any signal. Suggestions?? I reinstalled the fuse and wires correctly. I'm all out of ideas!

BLKRS2011 · 03-31-2012, 12:38 PM

Did you go through the process of pairing a phone? Just hit the Config button then Phone settings, then pair device. They will give you a 4 digit code that you then enter into your phone when trying to connect to that bluetooth device. I believe the signal is called GM Vehicle.

Kent2010 · 04-01-2012, 11:58 AM

Has anything changed for 2012 models? When I look at the specs for the 1SS, it says "Bluetooth® wireless technology for select phones" -- does that mean that for 2012 1SS owners already have the BT VCIM, and don't have to jump through hoops?

Thanks!
Kent

PittPaz · 04-03-2012, 08:19 AM

So is this module the one for 2011 Camaros?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/BLUETOOTH-ON...ht_5132wt_1163

It appears to be the part number listed for 2010 models, so I'm not sure that this will work with 2011 models.

GoldCartridgeGamer · 04-05-2012, 08:01 PM

FYI The part number for the 2011 Camaro is 20957195 or 22739886.

Check around ebay, gmpartsdirect.com, etc.

Rabamaro · 06-26-2012, 07:53 AM

Does GM tech need to be called by the dealer in order to activate the new module so that onstar will work?

jeepguy_1980 · 06-26-2012, 11:28 AM

No

Iwantone2 · 06-26-2012, 02:55 PM

From what I remember, OnStar will indeed work, but the information on the module will be tied to the vehicle that it originally came from.

Rabamaro · 06-27-2012, 03:03 PM

Well I'd initially bought the module unused on eBay for $199 2-3 months ago and the Bluetooth worked instantly. I finally bring it to the dealer to get it activated yesterday and found a tech willing to overlook the GM warnings. He got the light on green again, but when I called onstar to migrate my account over, they said they had some upgrades to do offline and that it could take 7-10 days until I hear from them. Anyone else have this issue? Also, as of this morning my phone no longer syncs and when I push "config" on the radio faceplate, it says that phone settings are unavailable! Anyone have any suggestions?

02-01-2012, 11:32 PM	#550
Jason@JacFab Drives: 2016 1LT RS Camaro; 72 Chevelle Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Central Point, OR Posts: 5,688 View My Garage	Installed my new onstar/Bluetooth box tonight. Picked up the box for $179.99 (& free shipping), and I got the bluetooth antenna for $32 from the dealer. Very easy install, and it works. Great call quality! The first person I called was my dad, and he was very impressed with the clarity when I told him I was calling with the new equipment; said it sounded almost like a regular phone. The hardest part was getting the glove box back in lol. edit I did notice that the OnStar light on the mirror is now red, where as before it was not on at all... I assume it was not on because my service was over and they told me they were "cutting the link" to my car, which was associated with the old box. I imagine they're probably getting signal from the new box now which isn't associated with an account, so the red light is on. Last edited by Jason@JacFab; 02-02-2012 at 09:01 AM.

03-08-2012, 10:30 PM	#552
Rabamaro Drives: 2010 ABM SS/RS Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Prairieville, LA Posts: 491 View My Garage	Ok...so I bought the new box and antennae on eBay and none of my Bluetooth devices seem to pick up any signal. Suggestions?? I reinstalled the fuse and wires correctly. I'm all out of ideas! __________________ Vararam Tune CAI, Vararam Power Wedge, 160 degree stat, VMax ported throttle body, Ceramic coated ARH 1 7/8" LTs with X-pipe, Borla S-Type Axle back, MGW short throw, 3.91s, Ported stock IM, BTR Stage IV cam, Heritage Grille, Backup camera, UMI Performance trailing arms and toe rods, dyno tune

04-03-2012, 08:19 AM	#555
PittPaz Hail to Pitt Drives: 2016 Charger R/T Scat Pack Join Date: May 2011 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 529	So is this module the one for 2011 Camaros? http://www.ebay.com/itm/BLUETOOTH-ON...ht_5132wt_1163 It appears to be the part number listed for 2010 models, so I'm not sure that this will work with 2011 models. __________________ Current: 2016 Charger R/T Scat Pack Past: 2011 Camaro 1LT/RS IBM, 2006 Cobalt SS

04-05-2012, 08:01 PM	#556
GoldCartridgeGamer Drives: 2014 Ford SVT Raptor SuperCrew Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Memphis, TN Posts: 7,527	FYI The part number for the 2011 Camaro is 20957195 or 22739886. Check around ebay, gmpartsdirect.com, etc. __________________ Phoenix (sold) 2014 Ford SVT Raptor SuperCrew How to hug your camaro Buy the car that you would most like to get beat in. The other guy will always be faster.

06-26-2012, 07:53 AM	#557
Rabamaro Drives: 2010 ABM SS/RS Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Prairieville, LA Posts: 491 View My Garage	Does GM tech need to be called by the dealer in order to activate the new module so that onstar will work? __________________ Vararam Tune CAI, Vararam Power Wedge, 160 degree stat, VMax ported throttle body, Ceramic coated ARH 1 7/8" LTs with X-pipe, Borla S-Type Axle back, MGW short throw, 3.91s, Ported stock IM, BTR Stage IV cam, Heritage Grille, Backup camera, UMI Performance trailing arms and toe rods, dyno tune

01-26-2012, 05:49 PM	#547
Jason@JacFab Drives: 2016 1LT RS Camaro; 72 Chevelle Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Central Point, OR Posts: 5,688 View My Garage	Actually I was just thinking... Maybe I don't want them to know, then they can't find me, or remotely shut down my car for whatever reason... Now where's my tin foil hat? Just bought mine, there's only one left on that auction and the price is now $179... Better act fast if you want one!

01-31-2012, 06:29 PM	#548
Axe Drives: 2018 LS Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: poconos,pa Posts: 187	So I already added the steering wheel controls and had them programmed so the volume/stereo controls work. Do I have to get the car programmed again to get the bluetooth controls to work? I dont care about Onstar at all, I'll just buy that Ebay unit, and an antennae, then Im set if I read all this correctly. Just not clear if I have to get reprogrammed again. Also, do I just tell the dealer I want to order a bluetooth antennae? Thanks!

01-31-2012, 06:32 PM	#549
jeepguy_1980 Drives: 2010 Camaro 1SS Join Date: May 2010 Location: Newport News Posts: 1,310 View My Garage	No programming is required for the bluetooth OnStar module.

03-31-2012, 12:38 PM	#553
BLKRS2011 1LT RS 2011 BLACK Drives: 2011 1LT RS Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Long Island, New York Posts: 124 View My Garage	Did you go through the process of pairing a phone? Just hit the Config button then Phone settings, then pair device. They will give you a 4 digit code that you then enter into your phone when trying to connect to that bluetooth device. I believe the signal is called GM Vehicle.

04-01-2012, 11:58 AM	#554
Kent2010 Drives: Camaro SS Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 188	Has anything changed for 2012 models? When I look at the specs for the 1SS, it says "Bluetooth® wireless technology for select phones" -- does that mean that for 2012 1SS owners already have the BT VCIM, and don't have to jump through hoops? Thanks! Kent

06-26-2012, 11:28 AM	#558
jeepguy_1980 Drives: 2010 Camaro 1SS Join Date: May 2010 Location: Newport News Posts: 1,310 View My Garage	No

06-26-2012, 02:55 PM	#559
Iwantone2 Voice Of The Voiceless Drives: CGM 1SS RS Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: OC Cali Posts: 9,617 View My Garage	From what I remember, OnStar will indeed work, but the information on the module will be tied to the vehicle that it originally came from. __________________

06-27-2012, 03:03 PM	#560
Rabamaro Drives: 2010 ABM SS/RS Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Prairieville, LA Posts: 491 View My Garage	Well I'd initially bought the module unused on eBay for $199 2-3 months ago and the Bluetooth worked instantly. I finally bring it to the dealer to get it activated yesterday and found a tech willing to overlook the GM warnings. He got the light on green again, but when I called onstar to migrate my account over, they said they had some upgrades to do offline and that it could take 7-10 days until I hear from them. Anyone else have this issue? Also, as of this morning my phone no longer syncs and when I push "config" on the radio faceplate, it says that phone settings are unavailable! Anyone have any suggestions? __________________ Vararam Tune CAI, Vararam Power Wedge, 160 degree stat, VMax ported throttle body, Ceramic coated ARH 1 7/8" LTs with X-pipe, Borla S-Type Axle back, MGW short throw, 3.91s, Ported stock IM, BTR Stage IV cam, Heritage Grille, Backup camera, UMI Performance trailing arms and toe rods, dyno tune Last edited by Rabamaro; 06-27-2012 at 05:29 PM.