I need access to a Tech-II programmer to enable the XM radio feature in my Bose radio for my 2003 CTS. I stopped in at the dealer and they want to charge me a full hour of labor ($140), which seems ridiculous given the 5 minutes it should take, and since the satellite receiver was only $50 to begin with.

I only have experience tuning Fords, so admittedly, I haven't used the GM tuners, but the service manager gave me some line about having to go through a learning cycle before they could get into those features, and it would take an hour. :bsflag:

So...does anyone know a shop, local or semi-local, where I could go get this done for a reasonable price? Any local techs I can buy lunch for? All help appreciated!

Sorry, I was banned unjustly for 2 months or I would have answered this for you....

Here is what you need:

Call Rob Schmidt at Tepco Auto Repair:

3810 W. Belmont Ave
Chicago, IL 60618
773-539-1998

He has a Tech II and does all the GM OBDII work you need.

Tell him Elias with the Black Fleetwood sent you.

Totally sweet! I just spoke with him, easy simple reasonable flat rate charge, going to see him on Saturday.

I seriously appreciate the referral! Thanks again.

Totally sweet! I just spoke with him, easy simple reasonable flat rate charge, going to see him on Saturday.

I seriously appreciate the referral! Thanks again.


Your welcome!