Tired of the Onstar Virtual Operator saying "Pardon?". Replace the Onstar Microphone
07-15-2011, 03:03 PM
#21
Thanks for the info on the speaker especially the location because when I tried OnStar (one time) and wanted to know where to speak, the operator said the microphone was in the mirror. 
What a service!!
What a service!!
07-16-2011, 12:33 PM
#23
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Off topic, but I had never seen your leather dash replacement and then the whole interior with the door panels and WOW!! what a change and what an improvement. Great job. Many years ago, I took the dash out of my C3 and while certainly time consuming, it wasn't very hard. I'm not sure I'd want to tackle the C6 unless it's something my wife would want me to do. (no way in hell)
Ray
07-16-2011, 12:36 PM
#24
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http://www.kawal.net/Onstar%20mic.htm
Ray
07-16-2011, 12:38 PM
#25
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http://www.kawal.net/Onstar%20mic.htm
Ray
07-26-2011, 02:35 AM
#29
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07-26-2011, 08:20 AM
#30
Le Mans Master
07-29-2011, 09:38 AM
#32
Race Director
I have never used the Onstar and when I got the expiration notice in the mail for a renewal I promptly threw it in the trash. Suggest you do the same. 
I use my hands free with my phone with the top off and it works just fine...and that is at 35-60 miles per hour.
I use my hands free with my phone with the top off and it works just fine...and that is at 35-60 miles per hour.
07-29-2011, 10:18 AM
#34
Melting Slicks
Thanks for the tip. Bought the new mic. Got in the car, turned on the AC and changed it in under 5 minutes while sitting in air conditioned comfort.
No tools are necessary for this install.
No tools are necessary for this install.
07-29-2011, 10:45 AM
#35
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For you guys that changed the mic, how do you disengage the window molding? I'm sure you can't just pull it down. Do you push in or pull out the molding while pulling the molding down??
07-29-2011, 12:07 PM
#37
Melting Slicks
Just grasp the windshield trim with your hands and pull. There are metal clips on the alignment tabs that will release and they will snap back in when you push it back in place after the new mic has been installed. Like everyone says a 5 min job and no tools needed.
08-01-2011, 11:08 AM
#38
Emerging Vendor
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Here's the website with more photos:
http://www.kawal.net/Onstar%20mic.htm
Ray
08-17-2011, 02:23 AM
#39
Emerging Vendor
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I've received a number of emails asking where to purchase the new microphones. I'd recommend Bob in Parts at Fichtner Chevrolet. His phone number is on my website:
http://www.kawal.net/Onstar%20mic.htm
Ray
http://www.kawal.net/Onstar%20mic.htm
Ray
08-21-2011, 11:12 PM
#40
Instructor
Ray, thanks for the tip. I replaced mine today and the test call went off without a hitch. I won't use it as often as I do the GM PAL I purchased from you but it will certainly be nice not to have to repeat the phone numbers.