STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS LPGM25

1. Determine if your vehicle has built-in stereo (audio)

control buttons located on the steering wheel:
a. If yes, proceed to step 2.
FACTORY STEREO REPLACEMENT INTERFACE
b. If no, then disregard this steering
WITH CHIME AND STEERING WHEEL CONTROL RETENTION
wheel controls section. (CLASS II DATA SYSTEM)
2. Determine if your new stereo is compatible
with steering wheel controls. Consult the
installation manual provided with the stereo,
or check the wiring connections behind the stereo:
a. Some stereos have a 3.5 mm round
(headphone type)
input receptacle at the rear of stereo labeled
“SWC” or “SWC In”
b. Some stereos have Blue wire with Yellow stripe (or other color) labeled: “SWC” or “SWC In”.
3. Refer to chart on page 9 to prepare the Steering Wheel Control harness. Use the chart to determine
which colored loop to cut and the corresponding connection for your particular stereo. If your brand
is not listed in the chart, please call tech support for assistance: (800) 612-3695 Ext. 3
4. Connect the 3.5mm Male jack the back of the stereo’s SWC input or connect the Brown (KEY1), Gray
(KEY2) or Black (GND) to the stereo’s SWC input wire.
5. Connect the Male 14-Pin connector the interface module as shown in the diagram. Congratulations on your purchase of the LPGM25 Car Stereo Replacement Interface. This interface will allow
**NOTE: Steering wheel control buttons and functions are provided as a guide. Your specific vehicle may differ.
you to replace your GM factory stereo and retain all safety and warning chimes with your aftermarket car stereo.
STEERING WHEEL WIRING CODES The interface will also retain steering wheel controls (if equipped) when using a compatible aftermarket stereo.
1. Prepare LPGM25 steering wheel connector by using the chart below. VEHICLE APPLICATIONS
2. Connect the harness to the interface module.
3. For Alpine, Clarion, JVC, Panasonic and car stereos, connect the 3.5mm male BUICK CHEVROLET (cont’d) OLDSMOBILE
steering plug into the steering wheel input jack at the back of the stereo. 2004-05 Century
4. For Kenwood and newer JVC stereos, connect the BROWN 2003-04 Pickup S-10 2001-04 Alero
2004-07 Lacrosse
wire from the steering wheel harness to the REMOTE IN 2007 Silverado Pickup 2002-04 Bravada
2004-07 Rainier
wire at the back of the stereo. (Classic) 2000-04 Silhouette
2005-07 Terraza
2003-06 Suburban (w/Integrated
STEREO BRAND CONFIGURATION* STEREO CONNECTION 2003-06 Tahoe chime from door)
CHEVROLET 2005-08 Uplander
ALPINE Cut Green loop 3.5mm 2003-06 Avalanche 2003-05 Venture PONTIAC
CLARION Cut Violet loop 3.5mm 2003-05 Blazer S-10 2003-05 Aztek
GMC
JVC Cut Green & Violet loop 3.5mm or Brown (Key 1) 2000-05 Cavalier 2003-05 Grand Am
2004-12 Canyon
2004-12 Colorado 2000-06 Montana (w/Integrated
KENWOOD Cut Orange & Green Brown (Key 1) 2003-07 Savana
2005-12 Corvette chime from door)
PANASONIC Cut Orange Brown (Key 1) 2003-05 Sonoma
2002-07 Express 2000-05 Sunfire
2003-06 Sierra Pickup
SONY Cut White 3.5mm 2000-05 Impala
1500/3500
PIONEER No cut required 3.5mm 2003 Malibu SATURN
(non-Denali models)
2004 Malibu (Classic) ISUZU 2007 Relay
OTHER BRANDS Call Tech Support Brown, Gray, Black 2000-05 Monte Carlo
2003-09 Ascender
*NOTE: Cut wire ONLY. DO NOT remove!
NOTE: We recommend the GMT2049A Car Stereo Installation Kit for mounting your aftermarket car stereo
OPERATION and a TK12A car stereo tool kit.
When connected and installed per these instructions, the aftermarket car stereo should operate just like the factory
system did. If using steering wheel controls and compatible stereo, refer to the diagram at top of this page for button BEFORE BEGINNING: READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
functions. The chimes will be produced by the speaker inside the interface module located in the dash behind your **CAUTION**: Disconnect negative battery terminal to avoid short circuits. Read ALL manufacturers warn-
stereo. The retained accessory power function of the stereo will continue to operate as normal. The interface module ings regarding air bags and Electrical systems in your vehicle. We recommend the use of a volt-ohm meter or
will send the proper DATA commands to your vehicle’s electronics module to keep your vehicle’s diagnostics system computer-safe LED probe when checking wiring. A test light or grounded light probe if used improperly can
functioning normally as with the factory stereo. Consult your stereo owner’s guide for info specific to the operations of cause damage to the vehicle’s computer and/or diagnostic system.
your new car stereo.
FACTORY CHIMES PRODUCED BY THE LPGM25 REPLACEMENT INTERFACE:
• Seatbelt warning chime • Park assist (if equipped)
• Key left in ignition chime • Lights left on chime • Low fuel
• Service reminders/warnings when displayed on instrument cluster

For complete warranty details, please visit us at www.scosche.com or call (800) 363-4490

4 ©2018 SCOSCHE INDUSTRIES, INC. SI- LPGM25 (3000575) 6/18

 PRELIMINARY WIRING INSTRUCTIONS
WHY YOU NEED THIS PART 1. Disconnect the Negative battery cable from the battery to avoid any short circuits.
Your factory stereo is an integral part of your vehicle’s SAFETY and WARNING CHIME systems. If the stereo is removed 2. Remove and unplug factory stereo. (If needed, call Scosche Tech Support (800) 621-3695 x3 for stereo removal
without the proper installation accessory, various warning chimes and/or some functions of your vehicle may be LOST steps specific to your vehicle.)
including: 3. Match and connect the appropriate wires from the LPGM25 harness to the appropriate wires of the plug provided
• Seatbelt warning chime • Park assist (if equipped) with your stereo. For example, connect the +12V Yellow Constant lead from your stereo to the Yellow wire of the
• Lights left on chime • RAP (Retained Accessory Power) GM2000A Harness. The color codes are designed to match MOST brand of car stereo
• Key left in ignition chime • Low fuel NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with steering wheel controls and you are installing a compatible aftermarket
• +12V Accessory Power at Radio’s location • Steering wheel audio controls (if equipped) stereo, see pages 8-9 for connection information.
Your vehicle’s ECM (Electronics Control Module) will also store an error code if operated without the factory radio 4. Note that the RED +12V switched wire for your aftermarket stereo is coming from the LPGM25 module itself, not the
installed and you may experience difficulty in having the vehicle serviced at the dealership. The interface module/harness vehicle harness.
allows you to REPLACE the factory stereo and RETAIN all SAFETY and WARNING chimes. Additionally, the LPGM25 5. Tape all unused wires to prevent short circuiting.
replacement interface will send the proper data commands to your vehicle’s ECM (Electronics Control Module) to 6. Reconnect the Negative battery cable
indicate a “Healthy” status for diagnostic purposes. The interface module/harness ALSO provides a RED +12V switched 7. Connect the 16-Pin harness to the LPGM25 module.
ACCESSORY power source for your aftermarket stereo.
8. Connect the 24-Pin LPGM25 connector to the Factory Harness.
9. As you install your new stereo, place the LPGM25 module in the rear of the dash cavity behind the stereo. (Optional:
APPLICATION NOTES: STD. RADIO STD. BOSE PREMIUM RETAINS Cable ties or double sided tape can be used to secure the module, but are not included.)
Not for use on “Premium Bose” or to BOSE ONSTAR
WIRING NOTES:
retain OnStar systems. See application
list on page 1 and note below. Yes Yes No No 1. The Red +12V Accessory wire coming from the LPGM25 module is rated at 5 Amps Max for a SINGLE
Aftermarket Car Stereo only. Connecting additional accessories to the RED wire can cause DAMAGE to the
LPGM25 module!
“Standard” BOSE and “Premium” BOSE systems: 2. There are additional Yellow, Black and Violet wires PRE-CONNECTED between the LPGM25 connector and the Ve-
There are two types of BOSE systems available in many GM models listed above. The LPGM25 replacement interface will
hicle 24 PIN connector. These are Power and Data wires for the module itself. DO NOT MAKE ANY CONNECTIONS
only provide full features with “Standard” BOSE. The LPGM25 is not compatible with “Premium” BOSE systems. Here
with these wires.
are some tips to determine if your vehicle is equipped with a “Premium” Bose system:
3. If your stereo does not contain an “illumination” wire, then the Orange wire will not be used. Tape or terminate all
Check the glove compartment for the Premium Bose Y91/Z75 BOSE radio code. This code may be found on a service parts
unused wires to prevent short circuits.
sticker. Premium BOSE systems often include a CENTER CHANNEL Speaker located in the middle of the vehicle dashboard.
Premium Bose radios also provide Digital Signal Processing (Surround Sound) audio adjustments. Alternate products are
available from Scosche to integrate or retain OnStar and Premium Bose systems. Call Scosche for additional information at
(800) 621-3695 Ext. 3. In the instance where you are RE-WIRING the vehicle and bypassing the "Premium" Bose Amplifier,
the LPGM25 can be used to retain FACTORY Warning chimes.
WIRING COLOR CODES & DIAGRAM
White = Left Front Positive (LF+) Orange = Illumination
LPGM25 OVERVIEW White/Black = Left Front Negative (LF-) Green = Left Rear Positive (LR+)
Violet/Black = Right Rear Negative (RR-) Green/Black = Left Rear Negative (LR-
CHIME SPEAKER LPGM25 Violet = Right Rear Positive (RR+) Gray/Black = Right Front Negative (RF-)
(INSIDE) INTERFACE Black = Chassis Ground (-12V) Gray = Right Front Positive (RF+)
CONNECT WIRING MODULE
TO AFTERMARKET Yellow = +12 Volt Battery Constant
CAR STEREO INTERFACE Red = +12 Volt Ignition Switched (Coming from LPGM25 module)
(COLOR MATCH) CONNECTORS Blue/White = +12V Remote Output (Amp emote, Radio ON Signal)

LPGM25
LPGM25 STEERING WHEEL
LPGM25 INTERFACE CONTROL HARNESS
WIRING MODULE (see page 4)
HARNESS TOWARDS TOWARDS
AFTERMARKET CAR LPGM25 FACTORY 24-PIN VEHICLE
LPGM25 STEREO WIRE HARNESS WIRING HARNESS
STEERING WHEEL AFTERMARKET
CONTROL HARNESS CAR STEREO

VEHICLE CONNECTIONS Most color codes used on this car stereo connector conform to the standards set by the E.I.A. (Electronics Industry
CONNECTOR TO AFTERMARKET Association). They may differ from the wiring codes found on your car stereo. Always refer to your stereo owners manual
(CONNECT TO CAR STEREO for wiring details about your particular car stereo.
HARNESS AT DASH)

2 3