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How do I get my GM radio number?

How do I get my GM radio number?

Phoning in for Your Radio Retrieval Code 1 Dial 1-800-537-5140 to connect with GM’s toll-free radio hotline. Once you’re connected, you’ll be asked to provide your vehicle’s radio identification number, along with a special dealer access code.

How to unlock your Chevy or GMC radio without paying a fee?

Step 1: Start the vehicle and turn on the radio. Step 2: Press and hold preset numbers 2 and 3 until a three digit code appears on the radio display. Write this code down. Step 3: Press the AM/FM button. Your radio will display a second three digit code. Write the second code down. You will now have a six digit code.

Where do I find the serial number on my Chevy radio?

Press the AM/FM button and a new code should populate. Write this number down next to the first set and you’ll now have a six-digit code––a.k.a. the radio’s serial number. There are tons of online manuals for sale as well as guides that can teach you how to access and decipher GM radio codes.

How long does it take to get a General Motors Radio Code?

You will receive your radio unlock code, via email, or text message for faster service! Approximate code retrieval time is typically within 10 minutes to 24 hours, or choose our express service for 10 minutes to 1 hour guaranteed delivery! 4 or 6 digit radio serial # ( See step 2 )

Where can I find the GM radio serial number?

Step 1: Contact the GM radio hotline. From any landline or cell phone, call the toll-free GM Radio hotline at 1 (800) 537-5140. Step 2: Enter the code. When it requests a code, enter “106010” on the keypad, followed by the pound (#) sign. Step 3: Enter the radio serial number.

How do I get a GMC radio code?

If your dealer is charging a larger fee, consider calling another dealer or doing a Google search for sites offering GMC Radio codes. They usually charge a small (around $10) fee. Step 5: Start your vehicle and turn on the radio. Press the Hour button on the radio until the first two number of the code appear.

How can I get my GM radio out of my car?

Phoning in for Your Radio Retrieval Code Dial 1-800-537-5140 to connect with GM’s toll-free radio hotline. Enter the numbers “106010” when prompted for a dealer access code. Punch in your vehicle’s 6-digit radio identification number when instructed. Write down the 4-digit radio retrieval code as it’s recited to you.

When did General Motors start using the radio code?

General Motors calls this feature “TheftLock”. Its purpose is to prevent unauthorized use of your radio and will not allow your stereo to operate without the proper code. General Motors began using the antitheft feature, “TheftLock” around the 1990’s and is still used in many GM vehicles.

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