Pictures of GM PAL Ipod controller
#61
Hmmmmm.....this is intriguing. My daughter wants to upgrade to a new IPod so I may buy her old one. Right now I'm using the front aux port for my satellite radio receiver (SS didn't come with it).
#62
Update on Post #52
#PIC4963A: XM Radio Intermittently Mutes and Changes Display After Installing PAL - (Oct 24, 2008)
Subject: XM Radio Intermittently Mutes and Changes Display After Installing PAL
Models: 2006-2008 Chevrolet HHR
2007-2008 Chevrolet Cobalt
2006-2008 Pontiac Solstice
2007-2008 Pontiac G5
2007-2008 Saturn Sky
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This PI was superceded to state that PAL modules are only available as a kit. Please discard PIC4963.
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The following diagnosis might be helpful if the vehicle exhibits the symptom(s) described in this PI.
Condition/Concern:
Some customers may comment that intermittently, the radio will momentarily mute and display XM station zero while listening to an XM station. This condition only occurs after installation of a GM Accessories Personal Audio Link (PAL) system.
Recommendation/Instructions:
A new PAL module has been developed to correct this condition. Updated PAL modules are only available as part of the PAL kit. A new PAL kit should be ordered to obtain the updated module.
Note: If the vehicle is equipped with XM Radio, XM will need to be enabled again using the Tech 2.
Subject: XM Radio Intermittently Mutes and Changes Display After Installing PAL
Models: 2006-2008 Chevrolet HHR
2007-2008 Chevrolet Cobalt
2006-2008 Pontiac Solstice
2007-2008 Pontiac G5
2007-2008 Saturn Sky
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This PI was superceded to state that PAL modules are only available as a kit. Please discard PIC4963.
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The following diagnosis might be helpful if the vehicle exhibits the symptom(s) described in this PI.
Condition/Concern:
Some customers may comment that intermittently, the radio will momentarily mute and display XM station zero while listening to an XM station. This condition only occurs after installation of a GM Accessories Personal Audio Link (PAL) system.
Recommendation/Instructions:
A new PAL module has been developed to correct this condition. Updated PAL modules are only available as part of the PAL kit. A new PAL kit should be ordered to obtain the updated module.
Note: If the vehicle is equipped with XM Radio, XM will need to be enabled again using the Tech 2.
#64
I have the PAL installed and my Sirius Sportster unit is connected to the AUX port on the PAL under the dash. I access my Sirius through the PAL by selecting Source: Aux In using the PAL menu. I love this as I have no cables at all on the front of my stereo or over my dash. Everything neatly concealed behind the dash and in the upper glove box.
#65
Hey ChevyMGR...
Do these TSBs affect anything else about the PAL or just the XM? Curious if it changes the overall interface or speed of response. Mine does "lock-up" periodically (sticks on LOADING IPOD) and I have to disconnect the iPod and turn the head unit off then back on and reconnect the iPod. Just curious if I should approach my dealership about the TSBs. I do not have XM in my HHR.
#68
Ok, I bought my HHR SS in May and had the PAL installed in the same month. The HHR is due for an oil change very soon should I ask the dealership about updates to the PAL. It seems to work fine for the most part but sometimes when I connect my iPod and I change the Radio Input I get an XM station instead of the usual iPod connected message. In the post above it was mentioned about a new part number. If this new/improved part number is out will they upgrade my PAL for free to this new one or will they just update the software?
#69
Ok, I bought my HHR SS in May and had the PAL installed in the same month. The HHR is due for an oil change very soon should I ask the dealership about updates to the PAL. It seems to work fine for the most part but sometimes when I connect my iPod and I change the Radio Input I get an XM station instead of the usual iPod connected message. In the post above it was mentioned about a new part number. If this new/improved part number is out will they upgrade my PAL for free to this new one or will they just update the software?
#70
Thank You, I am going to make an appointment for my Oil Change and I will list to install any updates to the PAL at that time.