I don't have the security code to my R660 stereo on my gleaming new 416.
It is possible to turn the code protection off for convinience.
Anyone know how to do this without actually having the code?
Any sly work arounds?
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These are my own opinions, and not necessarily those of all Toads.
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It is possible to turn the code protection off for convinience.
Not without first knowing the code.
Anyone know how to do this without actually having the code?
Hoax rumour ages ago about placing in a Freezer overnight - doesn't work.
Any sly work arounds?
Dealer job by sounds of it Toad. IIRC, costs ITRO £25. The dealer will be able to retrieve the code from Rover's database using either the VIN No. or Registration number.
There is one other option you can try. If you can remove the stereo from the dash without disconnecting the supply - sometimes (stupidly) the code might be written on the casing, if it's previously been away for repair, etc.
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Another thought. Check ALL documents in the glove box. The previous owner may have left the details in the document wallet.
Have you asked the previous owner by chance?
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Thanks Dave.
I will ask the previous owner. I may get lucky.
I know the code isn't in the documents. The document book for this rover is the same as my previous one. A good look through hasn't revealed anything. The card and radio info have been removed (To prevent the thief getting access.) Of course the problem is once seperated they are then easily mislaid.
If I'm gonna give Rover 25 quid to tell me the code I might as well just buy a Radio with a CD player. It's having a Cam belt fitted by a dealer on Friday - I might ask if they will tell me for nothing.
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These are my own opinions, and not necessarily those of all Toads.
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Just a thought:
How about posting a question on Dave Lacey's forum? is it www.mg-rover.org?
Cheers
andy
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Most dealers charge £12 for this service. You'll need to show your V5, some ID and proof the car is yours. You'll also need to go to the dealer in the car for them to look at the stereo. Takes 2 or 3 days for the code to come back.
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Toad
Have a look at www.davidsonelectronics.co.uk
He's up here in NE Scotland - but the best electronics wizard I've ever come across. If you Email him the make and serial number of your radio he'll probably be able to sort you out. He'll just need proof of identity of course.
He fixed my Xantia radio which had a very obscure fault.
He's a friend of mine and his name is also Graeme!
Good luck!
Graeme
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not to sure about all the urban myths about 25 pounds and it takes a number of days etc.
but 5 weeks ago i was in the same situation just bought a rover 400 with no immobiliser code or radio code ,i went to all electric rover in birmingham (as the supplying dealer was no longer rover,too many rover dealers in birmingham) took my v5 and driving licence with me ,10 mins later and a whole 5 pounds i had in my little mitts the immobiliser code and the radio code
i know it can vary from dealer to dealer but try a couple and see what they can do for you.
regards
gibbo
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The "taking a number of days" is only when the dealer has to send the radio away for a specialist to look at. If that is the case, you cut the middle man out and take it to a specialist yourself - who will more than likely do it while you wait. If the Rover dealer has access to a database, then all it takes is a couple of mins. The £25 I quoted is IMHO the most you would pay for this information.
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When I bought the missus her 8 year old Pug 306, I wanted to be sure I had the correct radio code before I ever needed it.
I therefore called the original supplying dealer, and two minutes later, at no cost, had the info I needed.
Good luck.
/Steve
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See this thread for further info forums.mg-rover.org/showthread.php?s=&threadid=6608
Upon presentation of the right documents, the code is 'usually' instantly available via the database.
£5 charge for the privelige
MG-Rover Questions? forums.mg-rover.org/
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