Radio swap
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From: Freehold NJ
Radio swap
Is it a big deal to remove a radio/cassette with a radio/cd.I see the "Theft Lock" written on the unit and am wondering if I'm going to have some funky code that wont allow me to use the system..... How does this work.....Thanks
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From: Manassas VA
Are you swapping Bose radio/cassette for Bose radio/CD? I would think you shouldn't have any problems. As far as the code to unlock the radio/CD, do a search on it. There have been threads here on the forum that walk you through the steps to unlock the radio/cd player.
Others will chime in, I'm sure.
Of course, if you're changing the stock Bose to aftermarket head unit, you best bet is to check the threads/ sticky in the General Corvette/ Audio section.
Good luck!
Others will chime in, I'm sure.
Of course, if you're changing the stock Bose to aftermarket head unit, you best bet is to check the threads/ sticky in the General Corvette/ Audio section.
Good luck!
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Should swap out easy, The only thing you want to make sure is that the unit you are installing isn't locked, If the red light where is says Theft Lock is flashing you will need the code or you can generate a new one if needed, I have a copy of the way to get it unlocked if needed.
Mr.Bill
Here you go if needed.
The following procedure will give you a newcode that you can use instead of your personal code. Using this newcode, you can ?unlock? your radio and then ?re-lock? it with a newcode if you wish. Prerequisites: The radio must be in LOC mode NOT in INOP mode. Let me explain. If you have activated the Theft-Deterrent feature of your radio and loose power, the radio goes into LOC (theftlock) mode. With the ignition on, you must use the MN and HR buttons to enter you personal code in order to unlock it (The instructions are on page 3-27 in your Y2K Owner?s manual). If you fail to enter the correct code eight (8) times, the radio goes into INOP mode. You have to wait an hour with the ignition on before the radio returns to LOC mode (go for a long drive somewhere). Procedure:
01. Turn the ignition ON (The radio displays LOC)
02. Hold down the Radio Presets 2 and 3 buttons for six seconds
03. The radio display changes from LOC to a three-digit number. Write this number down. Don?t take forever, fifteen seconds max before the next step.
04. Press the AM/FM button
05. The radio display changes to another three-digit number. Write this number to the right of the first one.
06. You now have a six-digit number, the first three digits are from STEP 03 and the last three digits are form STEP 05
07. Call 1 800 537 5140
08. Press 1 then # (pound). You?ll hear ?Invalid Code, try again?
09. Press 139010 then # (pound). You will be asked to enter your four or six digit code followed by * (start)
10. Enter the number from STEP 6 then * (star)
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. The Theft-Deterrent feature is STILL active! If you want to disable it, use the instruction on page 3-27 in your Y2K Owner?s manual. Use the code from STEP 11 instead of your personal code.
Note: This tip originated from LOTZAHP, Austin TX (credit must be given where credit is due). I verified it on an Y2K C5 with a locked radio - mine.
Mr.Bill
Here you go if needed.
The following procedure will give you a newcode that you can use instead of your personal code. Using this newcode, you can ?unlock? your radio and then ?re-lock? it with a newcode if you wish. Prerequisites: The radio must be in LOC mode NOT in INOP mode. Let me explain. If you have activated the Theft-Deterrent feature of your radio and loose power, the radio goes into LOC (theftlock) mode. With the ignition on, you must use the MN and HR buttons to enter you personal code in order to unlock it (The instructions are on page 3-27 in your Y2K Owner?s manual). If you fail to enter the correct code eight (8) times, the radio goes into INOP mode. You have to wait an hour with the ignition on before the radio returns to LOC mode (go for a long drive somewhere). Procedure:
01. Turn the ignition ON (The radio displays LOC)
02. Hold down the Radio Presets 2 and 3 buttons for six seconds
03. The radio display changes from LOC to a three-digit number. Write this number down. Don?t take forever, fifteen seconds max before the next step.
04. Press the AM/FM button
05. The radio display changes to another three-digit number. Write this number to the right of the first one.
06. You now have a six-digit number, the first three digits are from STEP 03 and the last three digits are form STEP 05
07. Call 1 800 537 5140
08. Press 1 then # (pound). You?ll hear ?Invalid Code, try again?
09. Press 139010 then # (pound). You will be asked to enter your four or six digit code followed by * (start)
10. Enter the number from STEP 6 then * (star)
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. The Theft-Deterrent feature is STILL active! If you want to disable it, use the instruction on page 3-27 in your Y2K Owner?s manual. Use the code from STEP 11 instead of your personal code.
Note: This tip originated from LOTZAHP, Austin TX (credit must be given where credit is due). I verified it on an Y2K C5 with a locked radio - mine.
Last edited by Mr.Bill; Nov 25, 2010 at 02:44 PM.
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If someone hasn't entered a security code, you won't have to do anything except change them out. But, you have to make sure the one you are installing has the same connectors as the one you are removing. There are differences, such as the connector for the 12 disc changer if equipped. Compare the plugs before you change. If it's the same model year, it should be no problem (again providing that the security hasn't been set)
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To see if you have a security code set on the radio, see if the red light on the radio is blinking. If it is, the TheftLoc is set. If it is not, no need to worry.
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From: Aiken SC
Changed mine from a '99 cassette to a 2000 CD Bose unit. Connectors were identical. Have the 12 disc cd changer in the rear, works great with the radio. Now have a 13 disc. To play a cd on the radio, just pop in a cd. To play the 12 disc, hit aux. I was lucky the guy I got the radio had his code.
Mr Bill is right though on how to change the code if locked. I have the same info. Owner sent that also just in case.
You can't go wrong on this forum with guys like Mr. Bill.
tracer1
Mr Bill is right though on how to change the code if locked. I have the same info. Owner sent that also just in case.
You can't go wrong on this forum with guys like Mr. Bill.
tracer1
