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Jun 19, 2009 | 09:39 AM

Lytninrod

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So I have a question.....if I take out the stock radio and replace it with an aftermarket head unit, will I have any trouble swapping them back to stock when it comes time to sell the car? Are there any "theft codes" or anything else that I need to be concerned about in order to re-install the stock radio sometime in the future?

Michael

Jun 19, 2009 | 09:52 AM

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If one was programed in to the radio then ya, it will need to be entered when power is reconnected. If you don't know the code that will be a problem.

Jun 19, 2009 | 10:01 AM

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If one was programed in to the radio ........

I know that I have not entered a code, how do I find out if someone else has? Is there a way to find out what code was entered?

Michael

Jun 19, 2009 | 10:09 AM

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Ya, disconnect the battery. But then if one was put in it will be locked. Not sure if you can do this because I never tried. But get the owners manual and enter a code. Make sure you write it down.

Jun 19, 2009 | 12:27 PM

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or just take it to the dealer and have them program it to your car.

Sep 28, 2010 | 11:10 AM

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Follow-up!!!!

So, for my 2001 Bonneville SE with the factory AM/FM/CD/TAPE, there is no security code to enter. As per the manual, this unit has a "THEFTLOCK" feature that "learns" a portion of the car'* VIN# from the CAN BUS, it then remembers it for later use, I can't imagine anyone ever wanting to steal this radio.......I'm just glad that it is sitting on a shelf now!!!!!!

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