Originally Posted by ZX1100F1

For anybody that owns a new 2007 Tahoe/Suburban or Avalanche with Bose (most front bucket seat equipped Tahoe's have the Bose speaker/amp system) and wishes to install the factory OEM Denso Navigation system here is a complete set of instructions and list of parts to accomplish the job:

First off you'll need the head unit Part #15882767 if your vehicle does NOT have factory DVD or 15882766 (new updated version of this unit is Part #15940102) if you DO have factory DVD, Ebay can be a good place to find one of these head units.

You'll also need the GPS antenna part #15201798 these sell for about $50 at the dealership.
Rear back-up camera part #15173619.
And finally you'll need the GM 2007 Map DVD part #15934919 for the most current release (v2.0) or 15807780 for the earlier version (v1.10) the changes are very minimal and mostly in the eastern regions.

The install is straight forward:
Remove the wood trim panel surrounding the radio and HVAC controls, there are 9 clips holding it to the dash and they are stubborn, be careful not to ding the edge of the stereo when prying this off.
Next, remove the fasteners holding the head unit (10mm heads).

Now remove the A-pillar covers by prying the access plug out on driver side and remove the fastener(s), remove the grab handle on the passenger's side and unplug the tweeter leads.
Pry the front top dash trim panel up (5 clips total) and unplug the photocell light sensor, you'll see just to the right of the center there is a square area with a clip built in that holds the GPS antenna, snap it into place and fish the wire down towards the head unit, you may have to remove the glove box which is easy and you can figure it out in a glance.
Now reinstall the head unit and the trim pieces.

The unit will show a blue screen and the words THEFTLOCK, don't be alarmed this is good.
Now you'll have to take it to the dealer or have access to a Tech-2 device and TIS programs to accomplish the programming/learning procedure.
With Tech-2 connected to the vehicle go to the Service Programming mode and select "get vehicle information” and follow the prompts to download the module info into Tech-2.
Now disconnect Tech-2 and connect it to the Techline TIS computer and enter SPS menu select "radio” and then it will ask you a few questions regarding the radio, amp rear camera, etc, the only tricky one is make sure to select "w/o Y91 option the 2 times it asks and also select "region 1 NTSC” when you get to that screen; when done in the menu download the programming and then connect Tech-2 back up and install the software when done turn ignition off , unplug Tech-2 and wait at least 30 seconds to turn the key back on and your done.

Originally Posted by freyguy

Great write up! It sounds like you got it much cheaper than the kit from jpcustoms.com.

One question....I already have Nav/DVD, but no backup camera. Can I just install the camera (thanks for the p/n by the way) and it will work? Or do I have to get someone with Tech2 program it?

Thanks in advance!

Originally Posted by ZX1100F1

The back-up camera will work, but you will need to unlock the module in the radio with Tech-2 using the same steps above, any GM electrical service tech worth his wieght in dog food can reprogram it 10 minutes.

The camera is about $169 + shipping

Originally Posted by dubc

Great info. I actually went to the parts department at my local dealer and asked them if I can order the backup camera. He looked puzzled for a minute then went into a back room and talked to someone. He came back and told me that I would need to replace the screen on my NAV system because it wasn't capable of displaying video. Only the NAV systems that have the rear entertainment systems can have the backup camera.[&o]

He also told me that he couldn't just order the screen like an accessory. He would need a VIN number from a Tahoe that had the right screen so he could order the part with GM as a theft replacement. WTF

Does anyone know how easy it is to install the camera? It sounds like the Tahoe is already pre-wired. But what do I need to do to actually hook it up. I assume the camera is plug and play in the back of the head unit. Do I need to cut or drill into the back of my lift gate to get to the wiring?

Originally Posted by EdDean67

I just bought a 07 3LT with nav and rear seat entertaiment. Can a dealer install the rear back-up camera?

Originally Posted by vrso2

Went to chevrolet today to program my dvd navi rado, but they don't know how to do it. I got 2007 burb with rear dvd console- bose. Navi came from 2009 tahoe or burb. I told them to follow guid on first page on this thread but no luck yet. Thy going to call tech support right now. Is there anybody from NJ who know what to do? Thx


update: oki, finally, they make it work, but ...

the DVD/NAVI unit is 2009. Is there bluetooth on it ? I can't find anything that say Bluetooth.
Also, i can't adjust clocks. If i go to set time, i do + or MINUS for hours and min but there is no numbers show up. Why ???