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AUX-GM1
QUICK START INSTALLATION GUIDE FOR SELECT 1995-05 GM WITH SEPARATE (SLAVE) TAPE, CD PLAYER OR CD CHANGER

PRODUCT SAFETY & DISCLAIMER
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING, FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE
PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE TO PRODUCT AND/OR PROPERTY
•This installation guide is provided as a GENERAL installation guide, some vehicles vary and
may require additional steps. We do not accept responsibility for third party labor charges
or modifications. Exercise due-diligence when installing this product.
•We do not accept any responsibility for vehicle damage or personal injury resulting from
the installation of this product.
•Careless installation and operation can result in equipment damage.
Requirements:
XM Tuner module with or without subscription
Introduction
If in addition to Theftlock AM/FM/CD or Tape radio, some GM cars, trucks and
Vans may include a separate single CD player, Tape player or CD changer in
lower dash or below climate controls. These factory options required for the
AUX-GM1 to provide an auxiliary input jack for portable audio devices. The AUX-
GM1 works only in vehicle with separate single CD player, Tape Player or
CD changer in lower dash or remote location. If vehicle does not have a
separate (slave unit), a different adapter is required.
**What are separate (slave) units?
Many confuse the AM/FM radio in upper dash as a separate unit. Separate
(slave) units are not part of the main radio, instead they are installed in lower
dash, below climate controls in trunk/hatch (CD changers). Not all vehicles
include a separate unit; however, for the AUX-GM1 to work, vehicle must include
at least one. Save yourself from hassles and costly returns—if vehicle does
not have a functioning slave/separate unit (See Fig. 1), don’t buy to try—
The AUX-GM1 will not work!
Fig. 1
Separate (slave) players
See Frequently Asked question at the end of this guide for more details.
Installation
Warning: 1995-01 Buicks, Cadillac’s and Oldsmobile radios with “Source “button
and 32-pin connectors (See Fig. 2) are not compatible. These vehicles
require a different adapter/cable.
Fig. 2
32-pin radio connector

Remove radio from dashboard to gain access. Vehicle specific radio
removal instructions are not part of this guide, but available upon request
1. Disconnect 9-pin plug from main radio (See Fig. 3)
Note: If radio 9-pin port is empty, the vehicle does not have required
separate/slave unit. —Do not proceed with install.
Fig. 3
Radio
2. Connect 9-pin plug (black) from step 1 to adapter 9-pin connector
(white) (See Fig. 4)
Fig. 4
3. Connect adapter 9-pin plug to main radio 9-pin connector vacated in Step 1.
(See Fig. 5)
Fig. 5
Warning: Some vehicles may include (2) slave units (e.g., single CD
player or Tape player below climate controls plus 6-CD changer in
lower dash or armrest). Always connect the AUX-GM1 to radio 9-pin
port as seen in Fig. 3/5. Connecting to slave unit results in
uninterrupted playback etc.
4. Carefully route audio jack (See Fig. 6) to dash area or nearby panel where
it will be mounted (within 4 ft.). Final location may vary based on
vehicle and customer’s preference.
Fig. 6
Audio Jack

5. Drill a ¼” hole to dash/panel.
6. Fit jack threads through hole and secure with included nut (See Fig. 8)
Fig.7
Fig. 8
Warning: Jack may be left freestanding, but to be mounted, ensure
panel is no thicker than 1/8” otherwise shaft may not protrude enough
to engage with nut. If necessary, use dremel, sander etc. to thin panel,
Operation
1. Turn radio “ON”,
2. Press “TAPE AUX” or “CD AUX “button
3. Load a CD or Cassette into slave unit (This step is required)
4. Connect audio device to 3.5mm jack using included 3 ft. audio cable or
similar (See Fig. 9).
5. Set audio device to play mode and ensure device volume is set to 80%
or higher.
6. Audio device will play on car speakers.
Fig. 9
3.5mm audio cable
7. Use radio volume control button to set playback level.
Warning: Playlist and Track selection is *NOT* possible from radio
buttons. Use audio devices built-in controls to access and control audio
files and selection
8. To listen to separate or slave unit (CD, Cassette or CD changer), simply
disconnect audio cable (See Fig. 9) from jack (See Fig. 8) and operate
salve unit as customary. (Jack must be empty)
9. If correct operation is confirmed go ahead and reinstall radio.

Feature comparison
You may have seen or heard about the different cables and adapters we offer
but it may seem confusing. The following table is intended to break down each
product feature which should help determine our best offering based on your
individual needs.
These adapters/cables are all compatible with 1995-05 with Theftlock radio in
upper dash and some (e.g., AUX-GM1, A2D-GM1) also requires a slave unit.
Feature
AUX-GM1
PXDXGM1
A2D-GM1
BLU-GM1
Retains separate(slave) unit*
✓
X
✓
X
Auxiliary input (3.5mm jack)
✓
✓
X
X
Requires separate(slave) unit*
✓
X
✓
X
Music streaming
X
X
✓
✓
Supports Hands Free Calls
X**
X**
X
X
Wireless connection
X
X
✓
✓
Connects to radio 9-pin connector
✓
✓
✓
✓
Plug-n-play installation
✓
✓
✓
✓
*Separate(slave) units (single CD, tape player or CD changer) are installed in lower
dash or below climate controls or armrest.
** Speakerphone (not hands-free), makes it possible to hear caller on car speaker and
heard through device built-in microphone.
Fig. 10
GM Theftlock AM/FM radio (not slave)
Frequent ask questions & troubleshooting
1. All the talk about separate (slave) units is confusing; can you explain
what this all means?
Sure, GM separate (slave) units include: single CD players, Tape player and
CD changer. These options are installed below climate controls, lower dash,
armrest etc. and a 9-pin cable connects them to the main Theftlock radio
(AM/FM/CD or AM/FM/Tape) in upper dash (See Fig. 10). They are called
separate (slaves) because they depend on main Theftlock radio in
upper dash for controls (slave units do not have controls buttons). See
Fig. 11
This adapter (AUX-GM1) as well as our A2D-GM1; requires at least one
separate (slave) unit for operation- If vehicle does not have one,
these adapters will not work—Don’t buy to try!!
Fig. 11
Separate (slave units)
2. Does the AUX-GM1 work with only the AM/FM/ CD radio?
Works with all 1995-02 AM/FM/CD or AM/FM/Tape radios so long there is
a slave unit in lower dash or below climate controls. Slave unit remains
connected and operational. Will not work without separate unit.

3. My vehicle has a separate tape player in lower dash; will the AUX-GM1
work?
YES;the AUX-GM1 requires and retains separate tape player. Separate tape
remains connected and functional. You must have (load) a cassette to
unit for the AUX-GM1 to work.
4. My vehicle has separate single CD player below climate controls; will
the AUX-GM1 work?
YES; the AUX-GM1 requires and retains the separate CD player. Separate CD
player remains connected and functional. You must have (load) a “DISC”
into CD player for the AUX-GM1 to work
5. My vehicle has two separate units, one in lower dash and CD changer
in armrest. Will the AUX-GM1 work?
YES. Both slave units remain connected and functional. Connect the AUX-
GM1 to radio 9-pin port (Do not connect to slave unit)
6. My vehicle does not have a separate (Slave) unit, but I want to be able
to connect my phone; what adapter can I purchase from you?
At present we have no offering for vehicles without a slave unit.
7. My vehicle has a broken slave unit; will the AUX-GM1 work?
NO; For the AUX-GM1 to function, slave unit must be in working condition
8. My vehicle has a remote CD changer, but radio has a 32-pin connector
(not a 9-pin); will the AUX-GM1 work?
NO;32-pin radios that include slave unit have a 10-pin connector and
requires our AUX-GM2 which connects at the CD changer location in the
vehicle. (Radio removal not required)
9. Can I connect the AUX-GM1 to slave player 9-pin port?
NO. The AUX-GM1 must connect to main radio 9-pin port.
** Separate (slave) CD changer, CD player or Cassette player refers to units installed
inn lower dash, center armrest, hatch, trunk etc. and not referencing the main radio in
upper dash.
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