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Old Sep 30, 2022 | 10:42 AM
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like the title says my disc is saying read error or asks me to insert disc after the disc is already
inserted.
everything else seems to function normally.
I am able to access the radio controls.
Local Chev. mechanic says the disc reader is ng.
looking for advice,
do I replace
the unit
The car is an 08 coupe.I would prefer to keep the car original
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Old Sep 30, 2022 | 10:54 AM
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Might just be a dirty optical read head in the unit. Get a can of compressed air & remove the disk, then use the included tube to insert into the unit door and blow out the dust/dirt that may be collected inside and on the read head. See if this resolves the problem first.

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Tried the compressed air last week didnt work
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You might get lucky and reset the player with a disconnect/reconnect of the battery. If not and you want to stay with a stock unit, there are plenty available from members upgrading their units, but you will need access to a Tech2 or Nano to sync the procured stock unit to your VIN to get past the anti-theft mode.

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Thanks for the suggestion will give it a try
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A Snap-on Solus can unlock the vin also.
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