Expert Answers about GMC Sierra 1500
- Pop & Lock Remote Wire Colors For 2019 GMC Sierra 1500
- I was able confirm with Pop & Lock that the color wires you are looking for are Tan and Blue for the remote on the Pop & Lock Power Lock Conversion Kit for Truck Caps and Hard Tonneau Covers # PAL9772. That is the case for all GMC 2007+ year models per my contact there. They also recommend you always be sure to test with a voltmeter first.
view full answer... - How Does the Truma LevelCheck Propane Tank Sensor Really Work
- The Truma LevelCheck Propane Tank Sensor part # TR77VR uses ultrasound technology to check the propane level, the same technology used in doctors offices for newborns. Simply turn the device on and run it up and down the tank, the light will turn green at the line it detects propane.
view full answer... - How Does Automatic Battery Disconnect Work on 2016 GMC Sierra 1500 w/Negative Battery Cable Removed
- The Roadmaster automatic battery disconnect # RM-766 has a switch that mounts inside the vehicle. Flip the switch and it automatically disconnects the battery power from the rest of the truck so you will not have to disconnect any battery cables. Roadmaster has determined the disconnect will work best on your truck by disconnecting the positive cable. You should not use # RM-766 on the negative battery cable on the newer Chevy or GMC trucks.
The battery power has to be removed for your...
view full answer... - Can You Eliminate or Raise the Max Speed Limiter on the Flashpaq F5 Tuner?
- I confirmed with my tech at Superchips that you can completely disable the speed limiter as well as raise the limiter when using the Flashpaq F5 # SU2847 on your 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 (5.3L engine). As far as how far you can increase the max speed limiter, the max speed can be limited up to 200mph.
view full answer... - What Battery Post to Disconnect on 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 With Roadmaster Automatic Battery Disconnect
- You do need to disconnect the positive terminal on your 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 when using the Roadmaster Automatic Battery Disconnect with Switch # RM-766.
The reason why is that disconnecting the negative battery cable, the truck's chassis ground is removed, which means the wiring and brake system lose the ground at your GMC and would need to be grounded via the motorhome chassis. This would be very problematic so you will want to disconnect the positive terminal when using the Roadmaster...
view full answer... - Recommended Air Bag Suspension Kit for a 2023 GMC Sierra 1500
- For your 2023 GMC Sierra 1500, I recommend the Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 item # AL57388 over the item # AL88388. Both of these systems are confirmed to fit the AT4 4WD models. They each have a 5,000 lbs capacity that will both support your rear end and level it out when you are towing a trailer or hauling a heavy load in the back. Air bags in general are the best option for suspension enhancement if you don't want to notice them on daily driving.
The main difference between the two is...
view full answer... - Can Tailgate be Closed with Extang Encore Tonneau Cover Already Closed
- Yes, if you have the Extang Encore tonneau cover closed and the tailgate is open. The tailgate can be closed without opening the cover. If you look at one of the videos I've linked of the cover installed on a 2014 Silverado you'll see the performed at around the 4:40 mark.
We have the Encore available for 2 bed lengths of the 2017 GMC Sierra 1500:
6-1/2 foot bed use # EX62450
8 foot bed use # EX83455
view full answer... - Will Installing Demco SBS Air Force One Void Warranty on Towed Vehicle
- Installing something like the Demco SBS Air Force One Supplemental Braking System # SM99243 on your 2018 GMC Sierra is covered under the Federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. The Act states that if something breaks on your vehicle and you take it in for warranty repair, the dealer must honor your warranty unless whatever modifications you have added to your vehicle actually caused the problem in question.
So unless the Air Force One causes the problem it will not void the warranty.
Attached...
view full answer... - Can Progressive Dynamics PD4060K Be Used to Continuously Charge Lithium Batteries
- As long as your Progressive Dynamics Mighty Mini AC/DC Panel and Converter/Smart Charger - 60 Amp # PD4060K is the newer version made in 2020 with that lithium battery switch (see attached) then the batteries can be connected constantly. That switch is meant to communicate with the Mighty Mini and tell it what type of batteries are being used in the battery bank so the charger knows how to interact with the battery bank for the best charging profile.
There are some different charging modes...
view full answer... - Changing Trailer 4-Way Wiring to 7-Way Wiring for Extra Function and Compatible Connector to Truck
- To switch your boat trailer from a 4-way to a 7-way connector, I recommend using the 7-Way Molded Trailer Wire Connector, 6' Long # H20044 along with heat shrink butt connectors # DW05744-5. You will ground the white wire to your trailer frame using # 44-5310A and then connect the running lights, right turn/stop, left turn/stop, and reverse light. To the reverse light (yellow wire on # H20044) you will connect # 16-1-1 wire sold by the foot to lead to your trailer reverse lights that...
view full answer... - 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 Installation Instructions for Reese Quick-Install Custom Outboard Kit
- The only video we have at this point in time (November 2023) is the tabletop review video of the Reese Quick-Install Custom Outboard Installation Kit # RP56015-53. We do, however, have the installation instructions and I'm linking those so you can get a good idea of how the installation will go on your 2020 GMC Sierra 1500.
view full answer... - How Is Roadmaster Seat Adapter For Suppllemental Brake System Installed On 2014 GMC Sierra 1500
- The installation instructions for the Roadmaster Seat Adaptor, part # RM-88308 are on the right side of the product page. In the instructions it states you need to remove the rear Torx bolts that are holding the seat track in place.
The instructions say that you may need to enlist another person to help since the seat has to be tilted to allow the installation of the adaptor under the seat track.
view full answer... - Torque Needed For Bolts on Demco Channel Mounted Coupler
- Good question; the bolts in the Hardware Kit for Demco Adjustable Channel Mount Couplers # DM6166 should be torqued to 150 lb-ft during install of a Demco coupler like # DM14040-81 to a bracket like # DM66134.
view full answer... - Can Vehicle with Hardwired Brake Controller be Used to Pair Prodigy RF Brake Controller
- Yes, you can use a tow vehicle with a hardwired brake controller to pair the Prodigy RF Brake Controller part # TK94FR. That same vehicle could be used to tow the trailer with the RF installed on it as well and the RF would be the active brake controller.
If you wanted to use the hardwired controller you would need to bypass the RF on the trailer by unplugging the 7-way from the trailer to the RF and then running that 7-way straight to your tow vehicle.
view full answer... - Can the Yakima the Frontloader part # Y02103 be Installed on a Crossbar Spread of 48 Inches
- Actually according to Yakima the Frontloader part # Y02103 will fit crossbar spreads of 16 inches to 48 inches so you should be fine since your spread is 48 inches.
view full answer... - Can Tensioner be Removed from Bulldog Winch BDW15020 to Make it Easier to Freespool
- I spoke with my contact at Bulldog winch and he stated that you can remove that tensioner piece you mentioned on winch # BDW15020 which should make it easier to freespool! So that is great news.
view full answer... - Correcting Sway in a V-Nose Trailer
- The SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs item # SS65FR you were looking at will fit your 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 and they are compatible with the factory 2" lift. I recommend going with a weight distribution system for your snowmobile trailer to control the sway you are experiencing. You're going to need a different bracket due to the V-Nose of your trailer. You will need to use the Reese Chain Hangers item # RP58305. These brackets can either be bolted onto or welded to the exterior of...
view full answer... - How Easy is Installing Tekonsha Prodigy Brake Controller in 2018 GMC Sierra 1500
- Installing a brake controller in your 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 with the towing package really is as easy as what you described. Basically you just plug in the # 3016 to the back of the controller and then to the port under your dash and it's wired up and ready. You'd only need to mount the controller and you'd be all set. I attached an install video that will walk you through the entire process using this harness on a similar 2017 Silverado 1500.
For a brake controller I would recommend the...
view full answer... - Where Do I drill The Hole In The Bed On My 2015 GMC Sierra For B&W Turnover Ball?
- The hole locations for the B&W Turnover balls are different for your 2015 GMC Sierra 1500.
The B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch w/ Custom Installation Kit # BWGNRK1007 is the kit you will need for a 8' bed. The center of the 4" hole is 49" from the rear of the truck bed.
The B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch w/ Custom Installation Kit # BWGNRK1057 fits a 6-1/2' bed and 5-1/2' bed. The center of the 4" hole is 44-1/8" for the rear of the truck bed.
The...
view full answer... - How to Remove the 7 and 4-Way on a 2014 GMC Sierra 1500
- To remove the style of connector you have on your 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 you will need to access the back of the connector. You will probably need to lay under the rear bumper of your vehicle to access the back of the connector where you will need to squeeze the two mounting tabs that hold the connector into its bracket. With the tabs squeezed you will be able to push the connector out through the bracket.
Check out the picture I attached to see where the mounting tabs.
Once the connector...
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