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Requirements
The theft lock radio must be in "LOC" mode.

Procedure:
1. Turn the ignition ON (The radio should display "LOC")
2. Hold down the Radio Presets 2 and 3 buttons for six seconds
3. The radio display changes from LOC to a three-digit number. Write this number down. You now have fifteen seconds to complete the next step.
4. Press the AM/FM button
5. The radio display changes to another three-digit number. Write this number to the right of the first one.
6. You now have a six-digit number, the first three digits are from STEP 03 and the last three digits are form STEP 05
7. Call 1-800-537-5140
8. Press 1 then # (pound). You'll hear "Invalid Code, try again"
9. Press 139010 or 106010 or 206010 or 202107 then # (pound). You will be asked to enter your four or six digit code followed by *
10. Enter the number from STEP 6 then *
11. Listen to the four-digit number and write it down. It will be repeated twice
12. Turn the ignition ON (The radio displays LOC)
13. Use the MN and HR buttons to enter the code from STEP 11
14. Press the AM/FM button. The radio display changes to "SEC". Your radio is now "un-locked" and usable.


Dealership Codes

  • 139010
  • 106010
  • 206010
  • 202107
Troubleshooting
If you fail to enter the correct code eight times, the radio goes into INOP mode. You have to wait an hour with the ignnition on before the radio returns to LOC mode.

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on May 30, 2008

SOURCE: unlock antitheft code for 2004 chevy impala

Radios in the 2004 Impalas are tied to the vehicle's VIN through the computer, so it may be somewhat difficult to get the code. However, the following steps should work:

1. Press and hold the buttons for presets 1 & 4 (may be 2 & 3). The word "SEC" should show.
2. Press the "MIN" button. "000" should be displayed.
3. Press the "MIN" button again to have the second two numbers appear. Record these numbers.
4. Press the "HR" button for the first two numbers to appear. Record these numbers. -- Note: Your number sequence should be the numbers from the "HR" button followed by the numbers from the "MIN" button.
5. Call 1-800-537-5140. This will get you to the GM unlock code automated line. Ignore the prompt and enter "202108#". Next enter your code (remember, HR then MIN) followed by the * key. For example, 1234*. A 3 or 4 digit code will be given to you. If you get a code such as 0532, drop the zero when entering it into your radio.
6. Enter the code into the radio IAW the applicable manual.

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Anonymous

  • 4 Answers
  • Posted on May 15, 2009

SOURCE: radio unlock coed for chevy impala

• A module which communicates on the class 2 serial data circuit which supplies VIN information to the radio is replaced and not properly setup with the correct VIN information for that vehicle. The only way to unlock the radio is by using a scan tool.

Anonymous

  • 118 Answers
  • Posted on Jul 27, 2009

SOURCE: changed radio in a 2008 chevy express van,now radio is locked

The codes for the radio are in the back of the owners manual.

Robert Sonmor

  • 58 Answers
  • Posted on Nov 01, 2009

SOURCE: how do you remove the old car battery on a 2008

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Remove the right front diagonal brace. The brace goes from the rad support to the fender area.Three bolts need to be removed.
  3. Reposition the positive battery cable terminal cover (1).A red cover over the positive cable at the battery.It pops off.You may need a screw driver to pop it off.
  4. Loosen the positive battery cable terminal nut.
  5. Remove the positive battery cable terminal from the battery.
  6. Reposition the underhood accessory wiring junction block.See steps 9-14.
  7. Remove the battery retainer bolts (1) and retainer (2).
  8. With the aid of an assistant, remove the battery.
  9. Remove the electrical center cover (1).
  10. Disconnect the positive battery cable from junction box
  11. Remove the fasteners (1) securing the electrical center board (2).
  12. Unlock the tabs on the electrical center board.
  13. Lift up on the electrical center board.
  14. Remove the fasteners (1) securing the electrical center bracket (2) to vehicle.

john h

  • 29494 Answers
  • Posted on May 11, 2010

SOURCE: I have a 2008 chevy impala. The car suddenly

ur vehicle is in limp mode[ a safe mode ] which will get u home trying not to cause any damage to engine --theirs a few reasons the vehicle will do this-low oil pressure-transmission problem-have vehicle scanned most auto stores such as auto zone / advanced auto [check ur local area]do this service for free the code gives u a start point towards resolving ur problem

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