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Alero, how to access ign and bypass wires?

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Topic: Alero, how to access ign and bypass wires?

Posted By: bruc007
Subject: Alero, how to access ign and bypass wires?
Date Posted: December 15, 2004 at 7:12 AM

Hi guys ,I've kind of been avoiding aleros because of the difficulty accessing the ign and data wires. On most dash-mounted chevs ,I popout the radio and wire through there. However with the alero -no access.I read that it is very easy to get at if I remove the instrument  panel.Is this recommended? is there any special tips needed to remove it, like hidden clips,plugs etc.? should I disconnect the battery? Iwould appreciate some feedback as to what others do for these vehicles..

Thanks,Bruce




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Posted By: bruc007
Date Posted: December 16, 2004 at 6:42 AM

how is everybody accessing the ign and bypass wires on these rigs? last one i tried you couldn't get through the radio cavity like malibus or grand ams . i've read about removing instrument cluster but would rather not.Ive also been told that you remove the radio and the whole center console  - is that true?  help!!!!!





Posted By: kgerry
Date Posted: December 16, 2004 at 8:53 AM
the cluster is 4 screws, you pop it out and lay it under a towel up on the top of the dash.... wire up your RS and pop it back in... easy as poop... dont be afraid of the unknown guys, often it's easier that the way you are used to.....

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Kevin Gerry
Certified Electronics Technician
MECP First Class Installer

Owner/Installer
Classic Car Audio
since 1979




Posted By: bruc007
Date Posted: December 16, 2004 at 9:27 AM

Kevin , does this apply to all years including 04 models. So the cluster is only 4 screws and a plug?Any other qiurks with these models ?  Thanks...





Posted By: Velocity Motors
Date Posted: December 16, 2004 at 9:58 AM
The only wire that you need to get at with the Alero, Malibu & Intrigue is the 2nd Ign wire. All other wires you can access at the loom going into the engine through the driver's side by the firewall. This is where I access the parking lights, brake lights, tach wire, all ignition wires ( with the exception of the 2nd IGN wire ).

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Jeff
Velocity Custom Home Theater
Mobile Audio/Video Specialist
Morden, Manitoba CANADA




Posted By: kgerry
Date Posted: December 16, 2004 at 10:37 AM
i dont even unplug the cluster, just unscrew it and pull it up and set in on top of the dash.... it's less work than R&Ring the radio in an Alero.....

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Kevin Gerry
Certified Electronics Technician
MECP First Class Installer

Owner/Installer
Classic Car Audio
since 1979





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