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- Posted on Mar 21, 2009
Re: Just purchased a replacement radio. The readout says...
This is the correct solution, however volvo of america has warned dealers about charging for factory radio codes. If they do attempt to charge you, just remind them that you can contact Volvo of America and you will have your code in no time
How to Reset the Radio
When the radio displays CODE, you may enter the code using the preset radio station buttons
For instance, my number is 1615, so when I get the CODE on the radio's display, I press the radio preset button 1, then the radio preset button 6, then the radio preset button 1, then the radio preset button 5.
If your radio says OFF, leave the ignition on in the first position for 2 1/2 to 3 hours in order for it to display CODE. Or, as forum member Rhett says: In my 1996 850, I can clear the OFF state by pulling the fuse for the radio (#7 in my car). That's a bit simpler than leaving the ignition in I for a couple of hours -- particularly if you don't have a garage.
The four-digit code is unique to your radio; your neighbor's code will not work on your radio. So what to do if you've misplaced, or never received, the white card, like most people? Dealer trip.
Dealers have vehicle-code pairs in a database, and can look yours up. Many will give you the code over the phone if you've lost your card.
Other dealers will have you drive to their lot and speak to them in person. Because the dealer will need to read off the radio's serial number to cross-reference it with the unique code, bring your radio, and your Volvo. Some reportedly charge US$10-$100 for this. Hmmmmm. I suppose dealers can choose to charge for this, and we can choose to not go back, right
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