Locked radio?

2009 CHEVROLET HHR
143,312 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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SIMBADOG1
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Radio system locked, how do I unlock it?
Oct 4, 2024 at 2:37 PM
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STRAILER
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Hello, this should help you.

Steps to Unlock the Radio:
Turn on the ignition without starting the engine. Leave the car in "ON" position.

Turn on the radio. The display should show "LOC" or "LOCKED."

Retrieve the radio code:

Press and hold the preset buttons 1 and 4 (or 2 and 3 on some models) simultaneously for a few seconds. A 3-digit code will appear on the display. Write it down. Press the AM/FM button, and another 3-digit code will appear. Write this down as well. You now have a 6-digit code (the two 3-digit codes combined).

Let us know if you need anything else.
Oct 5, 2024 at 12:11 PM
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SIMBADOG1
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now says no VIN?
Oct 6, 2024 at 6:50 PM
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STRAILER
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Turn the ignition key to the "On" position without starting the engine.
Press and hold the power button on the radio for about 10-15 seconds.
The radio should automatically try to learn the VIN from the car. If successful, the radio will unlock.
Oct 7, 2024 at 8:46 AM