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raidernation3017 · 08-14-2014, 07:47 AM

So my factory stereo went out, I bought another one from a mamber, I installed it, just the stereo not the face plate, on the screen just says locked, nothing works, any idea what is going on, I tried to google it but no luck

Jt1988 · 08-14-2014, 07:59 AM

Need the pin

2Carats · 08-14-2014, 08:26 AM

...and there you have it.

raidernation3017 · 08-14-2014, 08:28 AM

They owner said he never put a pin, What buttons do U hold or push to enter a pin, I do ot have a manual

raidernation3017 · 08-14-2014, 08:41 AM

I looked online at the manual, I couldnt find anything about entering a pin

gajagfan · 08-14-2014, 08:44 AM

I think this is part of the anti theft deal. If the radio came in the car, you would never need to enter anything. I would call the dealer and ask where to go from here.

raidernation3017 · 08-14-2014, 08:48 AM

They want me to bring it in. I guess if u take another stereo out of a car, they are vin specific. I will have to have it flashed...DAmn

gajagfan · 08-14-2014, 08:55 AM

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Originally Posted by raidernation3017

They want me to bring it in. I guess if u take another stereo out of a car, they are vin specific. I will have to have it flashed...DAmn

I would assume it would take something like that, and if it were stolen, then it might show up if it were reported. Since you bought it, should be no problem.

RedRaven · 08-14-2014, 09:03 AM

Yes. The radios have been VIN encrypted since the late '90s - early 2000s. The dealer or a shop with re-flashing tools (harnesses & software) have to flash the radio for your car's VIN. They should require proof-of-purchase for the radio. Same goes for if an ECM, PCM, or BCM need to be replaced.

TVTI · 08-14-2014, 09:21 AM

This makes no sense why they do this with stock radios. My friend had the same problem when he tried to use my stock radio in his Silverado when I upgraded the stereo in my truck. I can understand a pin that can be used by the owner, but there is no reason for it to need to be flashed at the dealership. I can't imagine stock radio theft being a huge problem. Just seems like a money grab for the dealerships.

Rocky1974 · 08-14-2014, 09:30 AM

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Originally Posted by TVTI

I can't imagine stock radio theft being a huge problem.

You're absolutely correct. But it used to be a problem. This is reason it's not a problem anymore.

Rocky1974 · 08-14-2014, 09:36 AM

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Originally Posted by raidernation3017

They want me to bring it in. I guess if u take another stereo out of a car, they are vin specific. I will have to have it flashed...DAmn

It's not a big deal. It only takes them a few minutes. If your dealer's service department is customer friendly, they may only charge you for half-hour's labor. My local dealership did one for me for $35, but that was a few years ago.

TVTI · 08-14-2014, 09:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Rocky1974

You're absolutely correct. But it used to be a problem. This is reason it's not a problem anymore.

Even if it was a problem, it could be easily solved with a pin instead of having to be flashed by the dealer. The dealership wanted to charge my friend over $100 to flash my old radio.

GVA 45TH 2SS · 08-14-2014, 08:22 PM

It's easier to have them VIN locked when the car is built. If they came with a default pin, many would not even change it which isn't much of a deterant against theft.

08-14-2014, 07:47 AM	#1
raidernation3017 2nd mosted hated in NM Drives: Tuned for her Pleasure Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Rio Rancho Posts: 578	Factory Stereo question So my factory stereo went out, I bought another one from a mamber, I installed it, just the stereo not the face plate, on the screen just says locked, nothing works, any idea what is going on, I tried to google it but no luck

08-14-2014, 08:26 AM	#3
2Carats Drives: '12 Camaro 2SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Unknown Posts: 1,264 View My Garage	...and there you have it. __________________ I solve problems for a living. Either accept my advice or go figure it out on your own.

08-14-2014, 09:03 AM	#9
RedRaven Drives: 2012 2SS M6 CRT Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Alachua, Fl Posts: 251	Yes. The radios have been VIN encrypted since the late '90s - early 2000s. The dealer or a shop with re-flashing tools (harnesses & software) have to flash the radio for your car's VIN. They should require proof-of-purchase for the radio. Same goes for if an ECM, PCM, or BCM need to be replaced. __________________ 2012 2SS M6 CRT SOLD! - - 1983 Berlinetta, 305HO, Comp 235 cam, shorties First real car: 1968 Malibu, '67 283, Canary yellow

08-14-2014, 09:21 AM	#10
TVTI Drives: 2012 1SS Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Albuquerque Posts: 240	This makes no sense why they do this with stock radios. My friend had the same problem when he tried to use my stock radio in his Silverado when I upgraded the stereo in my truck. I can understand a pin that can be used by the owner, but there is no reason for it to need to be flashed at the dealership. I can't imagine stock radio theft being a huge problem. Just seems like a money grab for the dealerships. __________________ 2012 Summit White 1SS; Borla headers/exhaust, K&N CAI, SCT Tuner SOLD 2005 Chevy 2500 HD, 4x4; 6" Pro Comp lift, Edge Juice with Attitude, K&N CAI, Banks dual exhaust, Viper 570

08-14-2014, 07:59 AM	#2
Jt1988 Drives: Looking for 2014 Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: New hampshire Posts: 106	Need the pin

08-14-2014, 08:28 AM	#4
raidernation3017 2nd mosted hated in NM Drives: Tuned for her Pleasure Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Rio Rancho Posts: 578	They owner said he never put a pin, What buttons do U hold or push to enter a pin, I do ot have a manual

08-14-2014, 08:41 AM	#5
raidernation3017 2nd mosted hated in NM Drives: Tuned for her Pleasure Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Rio Rancho Posts: 578	I looked online at the manual, I couldnt find anything about entering a pin

08-14-2014, 08:44 AM	#6
gajagfan Drives: 2013 1SS 1LE Black - Std Exhaust Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Brunswick, GA Posts: 3,622 View My Garage	I think this is part of the anti theft deal. If the radio came in the car, you would never need to enter anything. I would call the dealer and ask where to go from here.

08-14-2014, 08:48 AM	#7
raidernation3017 2nd mosted hated in NM Drives: Tuned for her Pleasure Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Rio Rancho Posts: 578	They want me to bring it in. I guess if u take another stereo out of a car, they are vin specific. I will have to have it flashed...DAmn

08-14-2014, 08:22 PM	#14
GVA 45TH 2SS KNGTFALL Drives: 2012 2SS 45th edition Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: (Near) Charlotte, NC Posts: 1,533	It's easier to have them VIN locked when the car is built. If they came with a default pin, many would not even change it which isn't much of a deterant against theft.