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Malibu 2004 radio unlock codes

Hello, I had to replace my OEM radio for another one since it didn´t played cd´s anymore. I hooked it up and it says LOCKED, the GM dealer charges me 90 usd for programming the radio. Anything you have to solve this?
thanks.

  • nego_emt_120 Apr 12, 2009

    replaced old oem radio with same oem but new and know i have a locked message!

  • Anonymous Mar 27, 2014

    Radio won't turn on and has locked on the screen

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The only way to unlock the radio is by using a scan tool. The scan tool sends the appropriate diagnostic message (relearn VIN) to reset the radio. Using a scan tool, select the radio VIN relearn procedure from the module replacement screen in Vehicle Control Systems......find some one with a Tech 2

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