10CSSTC

So I have done a lot of research. My buddy has an 08 ss/tc. Ive seen reports that you can swap the stock hu and vcim OnStar module from an 09 to the 08 and have OEM Bluetooth. Is this accurate?

Also he may be thinking of doing a aftermarket hu. If so what's the process for putting new rock fords in the front and rear and retaining the stock amp and sub? Is there any aftermarket hu that can utilize the OnStar mic for Bluetooth?

andrewcarr1993

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I've done some research into adding Bluetooth and you don't have to toutch the radio just replace the vcim (or something like that) with one that has Bluetooth and onstar and have to also get a small antenna. I'll see if I can find the thread. Costs about $250 though.

andrewcarr1993

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Found it.

https://www.cobaltss.net/forums/part...retail-224901/

No exact part numbers listed though.

10CSSTC

Yeah but were can you get the vcim? I've come across the thread and been looking but can't find anything

Sox-Fan

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Sort of.

I've got an 08 that has been upgraded for factory 09 bluetooth. You don't need to change the head unit. I didn't. You do need to change to the newer onstar unit that's in the back speaker deck, and of course, add a bluetooth antenna. It needs to be programmed for your VIN by the dealer. Of course you won't have the right buttons on the steering wheel but you can get them and replace your old ones.

andrewcarr1993

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Only place I've found is eBay. I'm on my phone now but I have some links saved on my desktop with parts numbers. Was on the hhr forum.

I did add cruise to my base and have the same steering wheel as an ss now but still need Bluetooth.

Sox-Fan

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There was a guy on here that used to sell them already set to your vin and ready to go. Included the bluetooth antenna and all. username was like 06grandprix or something. I dumped the PMs long ago, unfortunately.

10CSSTC

You are just the man i need to speak with! Did your dealer say they had any issues with it? If I recall correctly the buttons are the same just different decals on them correct? I would be grateful if you could get read the part numbers on the vcim you put in the back along with the antennae. Does it function as if stock?

Very interesting.

Yeah I think your talking about the guy in the link above. Hasnt had activity since '11 or something.

10CSSTC

Did some diggin and came up with this post. It has the part for the vcim. What do you guys think? Is the bluetooth included inside the module?

Pontiac Solstice Forum - View Single Post - New Radio Introduction - available with USB Port 11-15-08

Sox-Fan

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Yes, that's the guy. You can see that I posted in that thread. The buttons are the same, just different labels. I never even bothered to change mine as they work just fine. When he shipped it to me it was all set to go. If I remember right it put my stereo into security lock and the dealer just unlocked it. Didn't charge me anything for it.

I don't know what the part number is, and the soonest I could even think of taking the back of my car apart to get it would be next weekend.

10CSSTC

Great! Now what HU do you have? Do you have the 09+ USB? Also was the module one piece or was the anntenae separate?

10CSSTC

Found one. He just bought it used off ebay for 30. Now the question is, gm should be able to reassign the vin to his balt correct?

10CSSTC

Found another. Someone should jump on it.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/CHEVY-COBALT-SS-TURBO-OEM-CONTINENTAL-INTERIOR-BLUETOOTH-HANDS-FREE-MODULE-UNIT/280969440054?_trksid=p2047675.m1850&_trkparms=aid%3D222002%26algo%3DSIC.FIT%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D11%26meid%3D7973011934876771362%26pid%3D100011%26prg%3D1005%26rk%3D1%26sd%3D230969175741%26

Sox-Fan

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No, the stock 08 head unit is what I have. Never touched it, still original.

If you look at the link you first posted you'll see the bluetooth antenna is in a plastic bag sitting on top of the onstar unit. It's real small and attaches on to the unit.





Yes your dealer will have to program it for your vin. Mine didn't charge me, but most do.

10CSSTC

Yea, been talking to dealers in the area and they all want the standard rate for and hour of labor. If it comes in and Bluetooth works but Onstar doesn't, i don't think he should get it programmed. Onstar is a waste

10CSSTC

Got the part today and helped with the install. Noticed the 08 module is considerably bigger than the 09. Plugged it in started working right off the bat. On the phone with onstar now trying to get the vin switched