Procedure to unlock the radio

[99Montana]

can't promise but try this... 1719

[E-Speed]

Originally Posted by lkbcpa2b

I am having trouble unlocking my radio on my 00 tahoe. The 1-800-537-5140 139010 does not work. Someone please help. My six digit code is 672676.

I am having the same problem. Is there a new dealer code that will work, or does anyone know the unlock code for 832-846?

[99Montana]

try this... 1013

[E-Speed]

Originally Posted by 99Montana

try this... 1013

That works! Thanks.
Is there a working dealer code for the 800#? I've got another one that will need unlocking soon (probably). I've bought 4 wrecked Cavaliers and fixing them.

[99Montana]

Originally Posted by E-Speed

That works! Thanks.
Is there a working dealer code for the 800#? I've got another one that will need unlocking soon (probably). I've bought 4 wrecked Cavaliers and fixing them.

Glad it worked for you

I called the 1-800-537-5140 and when the recording began,
I pressed 106010 then *

I googled "unlock codes" or "unlock the radio"
and found a bunch of sites that said the same
thing and found a few more additional codes!!

Good luck everyone!

And E-Speed - good luck with the Cavs

[tresley06]

Hi guys.

I have a 99 Buick Century. The radio is currently locked. I have the Unlock code but it is a 4 # code and my display on my radio is 3 # log..

How do I enter this into my Radio so I can use the Radio, Can anyone Help me please..


If you need more info I will give my cell or email to contact me..

[99Montana]

I don't know... you may want to try the sequence again?
Anyone have any other suggestions?

[sag3error]

Thanks, just tried the 800# out for my 99 Pontiac Grand Am and it worked like a charm.

Also, Tresley, did you try entering the 4 digit number anyway? I believe the hours button cycles through numbers 0-19 and the 4th digit doesn't show up until you hit the hour button 10 times. Hope that helps.

[LifeDontWasteIt]

We have a 2003 Chevy Venture cd player is jammed and radio buttons don't work either apparently. Got a replacement cd changer/radio off ebay, says manufactured 2001.

Do we have to take this in or is there a way to do it ourselves?

It does say RDS on the front of the radio, it does not say TheftLock on the front of the radio.

[manythreads]

I've an 1998 Chevy Venture, tried the 800-537-5140 and entered 139010 #,but only get the 'Invalid Code', after 2nd try, it says too many attempts. Is there another 800 # or an different code to enter? My 6 digit code is 542549.

[geemoney]

I currently own a 04 silverado, the cd player went up and i purchase a replacement radio cd player tape deck with RDS out of a 02 impala, how do i unlock the radio?? Please help!!

[j cAT]

Originally Posted by geemoney

I currently own a 04 silverado, the cd player went up and i purchase a replacement radio cd player tape deck with RDS out of a 02 impala, how do i unlock the radio?? Please help!!

return the radio ....never ever buy any GM radio etc if this is not unlocked ...this is a scam .....report this seller ...

[peifk01]

Nineball481, when I call the 800 and press 1# I get "invalid account", not code. Then when I enter the 139010# I get the "invalid account" message again. Too many attempts and it hangs up. Thoughts?

[peifk01]

Wait, found it. I tried 106010# and that worked. I got my four digit unlock code. Your post was great. I was quoted $60 from 3 different dealerships to do exactly what you posted. I guess the dealerships have to make a buck no matter how ridiculous the idea. Thank you!!!!

I have a really dumb question, but why are those of you who are replacing factory radios, replacing them with factory radios and not better performing aftermarket radios that don't have these issues?

If you call Crutchfield, or head to their website, you'll find almost instantly what fits your particular car and what factory harnesses and adapters might be necessary. And usually, those add-on accessories are free with a radio purchase.

Really, almost anyone can install a car radio. The head unit is retained only by a couple of bolts and maybe a strap behind a piece of easily removable trim plate.

I couldn't WAIT to rip out that factory piece of junk from my Venture and get my hands on installing the Kenwood.

Anyway, not intending to drift off topic, just curious as to why you folks are taking the OEM route rather than an aftermarket route that saves you this stress and aggravation.