meee (69.254.15.153) - Sat Jul 21 16:11:25 2007

my car stereo displays "locked" and the numerical pad numbers are connected like 1 2 34 5 6 nooned knows how to unlock it, i need help *and holding down 1 and 4 or 2 and 3 doesnt work.

Reply #1 Richard (142.68.113.170) - Thu Dec 27 17:07:01 2007

Your message was posted on July 21st and you may have solved the problem by now, but if not here is my contribution.

The owners manual for my 2003 Malibu has the following entry under Radio Messages: "LOC (locked)This message is displayed when the THEFTLOCK system has locked up. You must return to the dealership for service."

I don't know if this is of any help

Reply #2 Kobi (70.250.75.122) - Sun May 18 15:08:05 2008

I recently had some work done on my 1998 Chevy Malibu. When I got the car back from the mechanic, my radio was locked. I know there is a code to unlock it, but the dealership will charge about $40 for the code...probably more than what my stock stereo is worth. My neighbor suggested coming here to see if someone might have the code and be willing to share it with me. Sooo, does anyone have it??? I need my tunes!

Reply #3 Mando (208.127.168.140) - Fri May 23 20:30:03 2008

I purchased a Chevy Malibu 2005 and took it to get the alarm install ....when they gave it back the radio said lock... my friend says there is a code that can unlock it does anyone know what it is I would greatly appreciated it .

Thank you...

Reply #4 melinda mayfield (152.16.122.185) - Wed Jun 11 15:17:25 2008

Hey, I have a 1998 chevy Malibu and I had to get my strater replaced and you know that the battery has to be disconnected. Well to make a long story short The radio locked up and I don't have the code to unlock it. The dealer will charge me 45 dollars. Please I am a single parent and I don't have the money could you please help me with the code.

Reply #5 Richard (142.68.108.160) - Sun Jun 22 14:51:44 2008

I googled "malibu locked radio" and one of the sponsoring ads is radio-code.com they claim they can supply the code for $20.00.

Thats better than the dealer cost

Reply #6 Kobi (70.243.120.195) - Wed Jun 25 13:37:49 2008

It looks like there are others with my same dilemna. I also found a web site that offers codes for $14.99. However, how do I know it will actually work? I'm a bit skeptical. It's a shame that we may have to pay to have our music back. Like I said before, my stock 1998 radio probably isn't worth the $45 the dealer will charge...maybe not even $14.99. lol Oh well, I'm holding out for the hope that someone will share the code with us. I'll keep checking back.

Reply #7 Nicole (69.146.119.162) - Thu Jul 10 13:15:25 2008

I just got the code for my radio by calling 1-800-537-5140 and choosing the option for my vehicle make. 1 for chevrolet. then i entered 106010 for the customer # and then entered my serial # from the stereo and it gave me a lock code for free. Now i am just trying to figure out how to enter it since my manual tells me to take it to the dealership.

Reply #8 Josh (146.115.123.214) - Fri Jul 11 18:50:39 2008

Hey,

Try this link: www.radiounlock.com. I was just on their site looking for a code for my 1998 malibu. They only charge $2.49 and it worked. They sent me the code in less then an hour. I was skeptical at first but, for $2.49 I had to give it a try. Try it, thank me later. Josh

Reply #9 Kobi (70.249.82.27) - Tue Jul 15 15:10:31 2008

Thanks, Josh. I'll give it a try.

Reply #10 Kobi (70.129.41.134) - Wed Aug 6 15:25:54 2008

Nicole,

I finally got my radio unlocked after checking info on several websites. Now that you have your 4 to 6 digit code, you can enter it by following the these steps.

1. Make sure your ignition is in the "on" position, but no started.

2. Press/Hold the "HR" button to set the first 2 or 3 numbers.

3. Press/Hold the "Min" button to set the next 2/3 numbers.

4. Press the AM/FM button one time. "SEC" should be displayed. You can now turn the radio on.

Good luck!

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Reply #12 tony (98.165.183.158) - Sun Aug 24 14:04:39 2008

just swapped out bcm on implala (02) while engine was runnig , i was told by dealership it would not work at all unless 100.00 to program of course all works fine except a locked radio $40.00 to program radio security is a blessing to me since the bcm (body control module) COST $170.00 GOOD LUCK IN FINDING A COST FREE SOLUTION I HAVENT THE PATIENCE

Reply #13 Brian (99.188.3.206) - Tue Oct 28 21:07:33 2008

I drive a chevrolet xilverado and i used your dealership code that you posted when i called delco at the 1-800 number. If you hold 2 and 3 for 8 seconds a 3 digit number appears. Immediatly aftwards hold am/fm and another 3 digit number will appear. After typing in the dealership code that you gave me i typed in these two numbers and they gave me a different number to input. All you must do is press the min and hour key until the number that delco gives you is entered. then press am fm key

Reply #14 darlene (134.192.176.2) - Tue Nov 11 14:53:00 2008

I have a 2003 malibu, my husband put in a radio from a 2002 malibu and now I need the code to unlock it.Can anyone help me.

Reply #15 Paul (70.232.32.217) - Fri Nov 14 12:25:30 2008

I have a 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. the radio display Phone and the symbol for a phone. the volume can be changed up and down

how do i get the radio to work.

Reply #16 Janie (205.188.117.68) - Wed Nov 19 11:46:29 2008

My Radio is displaying only the time on a 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. It stopped working after changing the battery. I pressed the 2 and 3 buttons. Nothing happens. Its doesn't say loc or anything. I think the Theftlock is only preventing the owners of the vehicles from using the radios.

I followed these instructions. I couldn't get pass number 1 - nothing happened HELP

GM Theftlock equipped radio/stereo

If your GM radio/stereo won't play after you disconnect the battery then the Theftlock is enabled.

To remove the Theftlock you have to remove the code in the following manner.

(1) Go to your car and insert the key to the ON position (not run). When the radio turns on, press and hold #2 and #3 buttons. After about 10 seconds, three digits will appear on the screen.

Write these down.

(2) After you have the first three digits, press and release the AM/FM button. Another set of digits will appear on the screen.

Write these down.

(3) With your new found 6 digit code, go to the telephone and call 1-800-537-5140. It an electronic answering machine. Once the guy finishes talking, press 202108, followed by the *asterisk* button (not pound)

(4) He will tell you to enter in your 4 or 6 digit code, followed by the *asterisk* again.

So, type in the numbers you got from your radio, and hit *asterisk*

(5) He will then tell you your 4 digit UNLOCK code.

Write it down.

Now go to your car, press and release the "HR" (hour) button until it flashes, then enter in the first 2 digits of your 4 digit code.

Next press press the MIN (minute) button and enter the last 2 digits.

FOR EXAMPLE: If my code was "1848" I would press the HR button 18 times and the MIN button 48 times.

When you are done press AM/FM. The radio is now unlocked.

To turn off the Theftlock so you don't have to repeat this process the next time you have a power loss, just repeat the last step -- Pressing HR and MIN to re-enter the code. When its done hit AM/FM, a blank set of 3 hyphens ("--") will appear on the screen.

You have disabled Theftlock.

I hope you can follow all this--Good luck.

Reply #17 Shawn (84.170.239.166) - Fri Jan 2 18:02:08 2009

My 2008 chevy tahoe radio is displaying a phone symbol and the radio will not turn on...

Reply #18 Mike (64.118.21.222) - Tue Jan 13 09:41:49 2009

the radio in my 2002 malibu doesnt show anything at all. it doesnt say locked like the rest of you. what happened was my friend was in the car and listening to the radio with his lights on so his girlfriend would see him as she drove past, but drained the battery. and when we got it running again, the radio wasnt working at all. no lights on. nothing. any help would be greatly appreciated.

Reply #19 AMY (98.224.79.26) - Sat Feb 7 17:30:51 2009

I HAVE A CHEVY MALIUBU AND MY RADIO ALWAYS GETS LOCKD WHEN I GET IT FIXED.I ALWAYS HAVE TO TAKE IT TO A CHEVY DEALERSHIP...AND IT IS FREE...

Reply #20 Sherri (76.64.224.36) - Mon Mar 23 21:13:32 2009

i just bought 98 chevy malibu i was told the theft lock is on so i tried the turning key on for the ten seconds to get the code from the car but i have never had any clock or lights on the radio at all could this mean that the radio is not properly plugged in (maybe) or maybe i have to unhook the battery again hmmm. thanks sherri

Reply #21 mishtag (72.53.103.248) - Wed Mar 25 17:28:49 2009

I have Malibu 2002 and I would like to change the battery my quesion is: is it possible to connect the car with another battery while changing its battery, so the car will not loose the 12V and no radio lock or other system reset.

Thanks for any help,

Reply #22 lovearrow84 (91.144.8.13) - Thu Apr 16 17:09:03 2009

program un locke cod radio car lumina ss 2002

Reply #23 chahcy (76.228.40.185) - Sun Apr 19 14:45:18 2009

i have a 2003 malibu that just came out of the paint shope for a miner acc. i had about a month a go ... car was runing good tell i got it back here 3 days ago.. it turns on but wont stay on.. the lights in side, trunk, locks. and radio, dont work i dont know what is wrong with ..

Thanks for your help

Reply #24 Jim Johns (70.59.49.155) - Sat Apr 25 21:14:32 2009

Use reply #16. I got my radio unlocked in about 2 minutes.

Reply #25 Digital D (98.197.107.195) - Wed Jun 10 11:49:13 2009

I Have A Six Disc Changer In A 2004 (New Bodystyle)Chevy Malibu My Raido Reads No Disc But Its Full I Cant Eject or Nothing If You Can Help Help

Reply #26 John (71.191.76.164) - Tue Jul 7 22:37:34 2009

Agrreed post 16 janie, your a life saver that long yet extreamly helpful series of steps worked perfectly. Thanks alot.

Reply #27 S Khueshid (212.107.115.91) - Thu Jul 9 03:47:30 2009

Dear

I get locked my radio, although I know a four digit code, but the display is showing blank, how I enter this code, please help me.

Thanks

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Reply #28 ryan (71.195.23.159) - Sat Oct 10 14:34:01 2009

I have a 2003 malibu with a locked radio.... I see the agreement seems to be that reply #16 is correct... however the guy tells me that that particular dealer code is incorrect.. perhaps it was recently closed like most...? Anyone have an up to date dealer code?

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