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Expert: - 5/27/2006


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I just bought a 98 Grand Prix-the theft has been activated on the car radio. How do I reset as I don't have a code.

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In order to display this code, the radio should be in the LOC mode or have SEC displayed before proceeding.


Press and hold the pushbuttons 2 and 3 for approximately 6 seconds until the first 3 digits of the display code are displayed.
Write the numbers down.
Press the AM-FM button. The second 3 digits are displayed.
Write the numbers down.
After approximately 5 seconds or if another button is pressed the display returns to LOC. The display code must be unscrambled in order to acquire the factory backup code that unlocks the radio.

In order to acquire the factory backup code call Delco Electronics Corporation or dealer and give them  the display code that has been written down.

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Please year and model of the vehicle i need all the details I'am a car electronics installer with 23 years of experience. I'am very familiar with installations of in-dash head units,factory head units, factory car audio, hands-free phone kits, auxiliary audio inputs and iPod iPhone interface integration and security systems if you need any help with your factory stereo, or how to add auxiliary audio or listen to your ipod android in the vehicle I currently have a MECP Master Installation Technician certification. My answers are based on my experience in vehicles and my knowledge of automotive electronics I don't put much emphasis on brand names; you won't often find me putting down a brand or pushing one on dont send me a list of what brands i like better sorry i can not help you with aftermarket or vehicles that are not in the u.s.a also video and security

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