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Bought 1999 sunfire GT from a woman who never placed a code on it. Car was at her mothers house, (she moved to D.C). Battery went dead they changed it now radio is locked. Part number 09375142. Dealer wants $96.79 for diagnotic test. Any help?
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Bought 1999 sunfire GT from a woman who never placed a code on it. Car was at her mothers house, (she moved to D.C). Battery went dead they changed it now radio is locked. Part number 09375142. Dealer wants $96.79 for diagnotic test. Any help?
try turning the ignition on try to start then without shutting key off wait 10 mins then shut key off then back on but do not try starting leave on for ten mins then back off turn key back on to run but do not try starting it wait ten mins then if it reset it should crank over and start if not repeat all steps again
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It appears to be that the radio clock display has malfunctioned, and is due for a replacement radio, which could be an aftermarket or oem radio, maybe found at a junk yard.
Tools required for oem replacement radio, torx keys set.
Before working on the radio or other electronics, disconnect the battery cables with 8mm wrench.
Replacing the oem radio is much easier, if you obtain oem radio, compared to aftermarket radio, due to being direct fit.
The radio is same for 1995 to 1999 Pontiac Sunfire and the Chevy Cavalier, regardless of sub models, such as SE,GT, VL,VLX,Z24. etc.
Parts needed for the the aftermarket radio install :Stereo assembly, stereo wiring harness adapter, radio antenna adapter, and dash install kit.wiring diagram for the wire colors / functions, along with tools, such as torx key set, screwdrivers,wire crimper, wire stripper, double ended wiring connectors, hair dryer.
The oem stereo removal video is for the 2000 to 2005 Sunfire / Cavalier, but are the same or very similar procedures.
you need to get rid of passlock or spend a lot of money in the new cylinder and key that only a dealer would make. There is a detailed write-up for bypassing passlock here: http://newrockies.ca . The guy is great, and this was the only way I was able to save my Park Avenue.
Bought 1999 sunfire GT from a woman who never placed a code on it. Car was at her mothers house, (she moved to D.C). Battery went dead they changed it now radio is locked. Part number 09375142. Dealer wants $96.79 for diagnotic test. Any help?
Thanks
Radio on 1996 pontiac Sunfire has no power
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