Radio problem with my 2003 Chevrolet Impala
3.4
codes = No
tech = JK
question = Why does my radio say LOC. I purchased an original Radio CD cassette
player for the 03 Impala. I had the mechanic replace the radio and now it displays a
message "LOCKED" The mechanic says that the dealer has to provide me
with
the code to unlock the radio. I called the dealer and the dealer wants a
$100.00 to unlock the radio. He says that he has to take the radio out
and reinstall it again so that he can see the VIN number that the radio
came off. The place that sold me radio says that the VIN number that
radio came from is listed on the receipt. I checked the receipt it sure
is listed there. Is there anyway that I could get the code myself
without having to pay the dealer $100.00.
Thank you,
JK:
Hello and welcome.
On this vehicle, there is no security code to enter for the radio. This system looks at the
vehicle VIN # and matches it to the radio. After a radio is replaced, the radio must be
programmed to the vehicle. This can only be done with a dealer scanner.
3.4
codes = No
tech = JK
question = Why does my radio say LOC. I purchased an original Radio CD cassette
player for the 03 Impala. I had the mechanic replace the radio and now it displays a
message "LOCKED" The mechanic says that the dealer has to provide me
with
the code to unlock the radio. I called the dealer and the dealer wants a
$100.00 to unlock the radio. He says that he has to take the radio out
and reinstall it again so that he can see the VIN number that the radio
came off. The place that sold me radio says that the VIN number that
radio came from is listed on the receipt. I checked the receipt it sure
is listed there. Is there anyway that I could get the code myself
without having to pay the dealer $100.00.
Thank you,
JK:
Hello and welcome.
On this vehicle, there is no security code to enter for the radio. This system looks at the
vehicle VIN # and matches it to the radio. After a radio is replaced, the radio must be
programmed to the vehicle. This can only be done with a dealer scanner.
Problem with my 2007 Chevy Impala
v6
GM Computer codes = no
Repairs done prior = Just regular maintenance
I changed the remote batteries.
GM tech = JK
question = I have the same problem as the one listed below, but I have more miles on my
vehicle. Is this problem covered under the 100,000 mile transmission warranty? If not, I
am guessing that they would want an arm and a leg for this repair. Probably not worth the
money is my guess. What do you think?
JK:
Yes, it sounds like this is your problem. Being a 2007, and that there is a bulletin, the
dealer may offer some assitance with this repair. Also, depending on your VIN#, your car
may be under a recall for similar problems that would be of no cost to you; that will also
repair the remote problem
v6
GM Computer codes = no
Repairs done prior = Just regular maintenance
I changed the remote batteries.
GM tech = JK
question = I have the same problem as the one listed below, but I have more miles on my
vehicle. Is this problem covered under the 100,000 mile transmission warranty? If not, I
am guessing that they would want an arm and a leg for this repair. Probably not worth the
money is my guess. What do you think?
JK:
Yes, it sounds like this is your problem. Being a 2007, and that there is a bulletin, the
dealer may offer some assitance with this repair. Also, depending on your VIN#, your car
may be under a recall for similar problems that would be of no cost to you; that will also
repair the remote problem
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