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Car Radio Unlocking

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  • Please post the 14 character Serial Number beginning with GM xxxxxxxxxxxx or PH or similar , often found stamped in the metal casing

    Aha.. Yes I see it ............ hidden on the side....
    GM0400X2569545
  • Zelda1
    Zelda1 Posts: 2 Newbie
    Tenth Anniversary Combo Breaker
    Hi, the battery was disconnected from my car and I cant find the radio code - I wondered if anyone could help. I dont know how to take the radio out to get the codes, is there any other way? Its a 2000 Grand Cherokee Jeep tdi 3.1ltr. On the front of the cassette radio all it says is Auto Metal R.D.S EON. I know im being vague but it has to be worth a shot!!!!

    Thanks
  • DCLane
    DCLane Posts: 62 Forumite
    Hi
    I've got a code for a Vauxhall CDR500 (E) S/N GM050082613309 which I've got for a 2000 Zafira.
    However, the CD player won't respond to any pressing of buttons - even the on/off button. It's new, but is it faulty?
    Thanks in advance
    David
  • Hello,

    Bought a new (!) 1998 escort yesterday and of course the radio is locked out. Hhopefully someone out there can give me code please.

    S/N: M064131

    Many thanks
  • ScottishSapper
    ScottishSapper Posts: 2,814 Forumite
    hello,

    bought a new (!) 1998 escort yesterday and of course the radio is locked out. Hhopefully someone out there can give me code please.

    S/n: M064131

    many thanks
    ,.,.,.,0720,.,.,.,
  • ScottishSapper
    ScottishSapper Posts: 2,814 Forumite
    Zelda1 wrote: »
    Hi, the battery was disconnected from my car and I cant find the radio code - I wondered if anyone could help. I dont know how to take the radio out to get the codes, is there any other way? Its a 2000 Grand Cherokee Jeep tdi 3.1ltr. On the front of the cassette radio all it says is Auto Metal R.D.S EON. I know im being vague but it has to be worth a shot!!!!

    Thanks
    :eek:Glad I don't have to take it out;)
    Have alook HERE
    Good luck
  • ScottishSapper
    ScottishSapper Posts: 2,814 Forumite
    DCLane wrote: »
    Hi
    I've got a code for a Vauxhall CDR500 (E) S/N GM050082613309 which I've got for a 2000 Zafira.
    However, the CD player won't respond to any pressing of buttons - even the on/off button. It's new, but is it faulty?
    Thanks in advance
    David
    Mabe this will help:
    Vauxhall CDR 2005 (E)
    Siemens VDO 13 122 932
    Code Entry as Follows:
    Turn Off Stereo
    Switch On Ignition (No Need To Start Engine)
    Press & Hold Preset " AS " and
    Switch Radio On - Display Shows
    " SAFE " And Then Shows " 10 - - - - "
    Press preset " 1 " repeatedly for 1st Digit
    Press preset " 2 " repeatedly for 2nd Digit
    Press preset " 3 " repeatedly for 3rd Digit
    Press preset " 4 " repeatedly for 4th Digit
    If the correct code number is now shown
    Press & Hold Preset " AS " Until the Unit Beeps
  • Hi,

    I can't find the serial number in 1998 Ford Ka. I have a 5000 RDS EON stereo. Do I need to buy DIN tool to be able to get behind the stereo.

    Please please help you all sound like stars to me.... and of course you know that when I find the s/n I'll be asking for help with a code.

    Thank you v much
    D
  • Zelda1
    Zelda1 Posts: 2 Newbie
    Tenth Anniversary Combo Breaker
    Maybe I'll take it to a garage!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Looks a lil complicated for me :) Thanks anyway!
  • ScottishSapper
    ScottishSapper Posts: 2,814 Forumite
    duncanw wrote: »
    Hi,

    I can't find the serial number in 1998 Ford Ka. I have a 5000 RDS EON stereo. Do I need to buy DIN tool to be able to get behind the stereo.

    Please please help you all sound like stars to me.... and of course you know that when I find the s/n I'll be asking for help with a code.

    Thank you v much
    D
    Have just a had a look, you SHOULD not need the tool. A couple of slim screwdrivers or wire coathangers and a bit of 'juggling and fiddling around' should do it. Just take it easy 1 side a little at a time, you may hear a slight click.
    Have you tried pressing 2+5 or 2 +6, this sometimes shows the serial
    Have PM'd you a link to look at
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