02 astro theftlock radio unlock

Hi All,

I started up my Astro van to find the radio was locked. I have the unlock code but I don't know how to use it to unlock the radio. The code starts with the # 0 but my radio doesn't seem to allow for entering that digit. What do I do short of going to the dealer for the answer?

Important:: If 8 unsuccessful tries are made to unlock the radio, the display will return to the LOC display, but when the SET button is pressed, INOP will be displayed. This means that the radio must be left powered up for 1 hour with the battery and the ignition applied before any more attempts to unlock the radio can be made. Anytime INOP is displayed, 3 more attempts will be allowed after the 1 hour waiting period with the battery and ignition applied.

Here is the procedure/::::

Ensure that the code to be used is correct.
Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
Press the MN button until 000 is displayed.
Press and hold the HR button until the first 2 digits agree with the code.
Press and hold the MN button until the last 2 digits agree with the code.
Press the AM/FM button when the complete code is displayed. If REP appears on the display, repeat this step.
Did you successfully complete the action?

Hi,

Thanks a lot pal. Your advice worked exactly as it should and save me from unnecessary grief and expense.

take care,

jtapp457