How to enter radio code

[Locky]

Ok I had some work done on my vehicle at the weekend and the battery was disconnected.
No problem I thought as I had retrieved the radio code from greenoaks months before.
The problem is. I put the code in.... then what do I press. If I hold down the right hand knob it comes up with 'code' again. If I do this 3 times it locks out for a while. I've checked the code number twice with Greenoaks and it seems correct.
Anyhelp is most appreciated...

 

[simon morgan]

What radio?

 

[Locky]

oops... forgot that bit. It's an Audio 10 ... Not sure if this is alpine or blaupunkt

 

[marnix]

radio code

Hi,
Once you have entered the 5 digit code , you need to press the button on top of the left black knob ( the one with the triangle pointing up)

 

[dougtsc]

While we talking about radio codes....does a Comand system (2001, S500, Comand 2.5) have a code? I only ask as I didn't get one when I bought my car second-hand 3 months ago.

Thanks in advance.
Doug

 

[marnix]

Comand 2.5 code

Hi,
As far as I know, the Comand 2.5 is made by Bosch and the unit is not security coded.
It's now the same with the newer Audio 10 and APS 30. These no longer are coded either. You can now just nick them out of one car , fit them in the next and they will work.
That's Merc crime prevention for you, and me.

 

[dougtsc]

Hi,

Thanks for that.

Cheers
Doug

 

[woodcider]

For a similar reason as Locky asked at the top of this thread, I too am now unable to get back into my Audio 30 APS. Thought I had the code correct and my dealer has confirmed so. I may not be confirming the code correctly by pressing >>. Can anyone confirm or correct me please?

Supprisingly, when I bought my 2000 SL320, as 2nd owner, back in 2004, there were manuals for both Audio 30 APS and Audio 10/30. It could be that the previous owner may have upgraded and the code I have is for the 10/30.

If this is the case, my dealer will advise the correct code if I can give him the serial number, but that now raises further questions........

Can I key in a code, as with mobile phones, and obtain the serial number, or do I have to remove the radio?

If removal is necessary, how is it done? Do I need a special tool or just a bit of imagination and some Superglue if things go wrong?

Any assistance will be gratefully received.....

regards dougc

 

[woodcider]

Oops! Just realised, stupid me. I cant enter anything into the radio until I have unlocked it!!

So, lets resubmit my question as simply "how do I remove the radio from the dash.."

regards dougc........

 

[marnix]

Hi,
You need the special tools.
part Number: 000 589 88 63 00
Very expensive bit of kit: about £0.65 + VAT
So all together, about 80 Pence.
Or if you go to the Merc dealer, they should be able to remove it for you.
Takes about 1 minute including walking from the showroom to the car.
I don't think they'll charge you 1/60th of an hour labour for that. Then again it's Merc dealership after all

 

[woodcider]

Hi Marnix,

info' much appreciated, thanks..

Think I'll do both, visit the dealer & buy the tool. (Last of the big spenders, me..)

At 30 miles distance I may as well save a journey next time I disconnect my battery 'cos I'm bound to forget where I secretly stash my code.....

 

[television]

Audio 10 and 30 codes

Audio 10 and 30 are made by Becker, the optic ones are Becker Harmon.
Bosch do not make radio's. you do not take the radio out to code.

To code a 10 when code appears, Enter the code with rotory knob on right (station pre set) when all ---- are entered, press rotory knob again and radio turns on.

to code a 30, when code appears, enter numbers with station buttons, press knob with arrow down, on the left of radio, radio turns on.

Both, after all 5 numbers are entered, the first digit starts to flash again, if you carry on you must enter all numbers again.

APS models are only actuated once from new.

Malcolm

 

[marnix]

Sorry to disagree with you once again Malcolm.
The APS30 needs the code entered every time the battery is disconnected.
The code is after all a security device to stop the thieving scum simply removing it from your car and using or selling it.
On the APS 30 you need to enter the 5 code digit as you mentioned, but you then need to push the >> to confirm your entry. If you don't, it will go back to the first digit.
Also, Bosch is the manufacturer for the Comand 2,0 system (See picture).
What Woodcider is saying is that MB will be able to get him the Code for his system from the serial number written on the label on the radio. To be able to read that label, he will have to remove the radio as it's not written on the front panel.

 

[television]

Sorry to disagree with you once again Malcolm.

The APS30 needs the code entered every time the battery is disconnected.

The code is after all a security device to stop the thieving scum simply removing it from your car and using or selling it.

On the APS 30 you need to enter the 5 code digit as you mentioned, but you then need to push the >> to confirm your entry. If you don't, it will go back to the first digit.

Also, Bosch is the manufacturer for the Comand 2,0 system (See picture).

What Woodcider is saying is that MB will be able to get him the Code for his system from the serial number written on the label on the radio. To be able to read that label, he will have to remove the radio as it's not written on the front panel.

1. Photo from wis.
2 The code is----- Isnt that clever,its amazing what they do these days
3 I gave the correct instructions for Audio 10 and 30
4 It may be a bosch label, But Bosch do not make radio's
5 The keys cost £1.08p not the price you quoted
6 For 90 percent of cars these days , if it is the original radio, you can get it with the chassis number of the car, some firms charge me £8 a time for this info.
The info I gave was correct for the models I listed.and I can be just as picky as you.
Malcolm

I have fixed so many of these things in my life it paid for my SL a few houses and other goodies

 

[marnix]

An Extract from the APS 30 Booklet

" ANTI-THEFT DEVICE"
If the power supply was interrupted, the display shows
ENTER CODE NUMBER when the radio is switched on

Booklet number
Order No: 6515 6647 02 Part No: 170 584 77 96 GB Version A 02/02

I have just tried it in my car with the APS 30 fitted (un-plugged the power lead). And "YES" you have to enter the code once the power has been disconnected

 

[television]

An Extract from the APS 30 Booklet

" ANTI-THEFT DEVICE"
If the power supply was interrupted, the display shows
ENTER CODE NUMBER when the radio is switched on

Booklet number
Order No: 6515 6647 02 Part No: 170 584 77 96 GB Version A 02/02

I have just tried it in my car with the APS 30 fitted (un-plugged the power lead). And "YES" you have to enter the code once the power has been disconnected

I did not say APS 30.I said APS, OK I should have said a bit more, Happy now

Malcolm

 

[woodcider]

Ayup guys,

I'm grateful for all the information... I think I've learnt more in the past day than in 18 months trying to decypher the instruction manuals.

My booklet is somewaht older than yours Marnix:

Order no: 6515 6619 02. Part no: 170 584 65 83, issue B. Becker order no 1331.876-185

The text seems similar to that which you have indicated but it does also add:
"Once you have entered the numeric five-digit code, the radio will again be ready for operation"

OK for some, not for me.......I need to obtain the radio serial number and get MB to confirm the correct code. Meanwhile, I travel in silence, probably a safer driver for doing so.

Thanks again guys....... b/w dougC...........

 

[woodcider]

Well, I won't bore you with too many details but I have the tools, I have the the serial number but I don't have the radio code.

Radio changed after sales and not on MB database. Oh dear!!

Short story is, a superb outfit called *******, ooer, can I say who? (email me for details). Anyway, a superb mobile outfit decoded my radio for £16+vat and I am now travelling with music AND knowing how to get there. (ie sat nav up & running).

Better than the option offered by another local outfit which would charge £30 a time to fax Becker but with no guarantee that the code would work. Also no guarantee that a further £30 spent on another shot at it would work either. (Do I look that stupid?)

Moral of the story is:-

Don't disconnect your battery until you know your radio code.... and even then, don't be suprised if the code you have isn't the correct one.....

regards from a wiser dougC.......

 

[television]

All car radio's have a service mode, when in the service mode you have the option to change code number, the entry into the service mode normally means holding certain buttons when you power up or pressing certain buttons within a time sequence. These moble guys must have a good data base for all of the makes and models. Most firms charge me £8 for looking on the data base

Malcolm

 

[woodcider]

I see, that explains why the first outfit couldn't guarantee that Becker's database would be able to provide the code first time.

I think the mobile outfit actually interrogated the software in the radio to obtain the code but not absolutely sure. Their policy is "if we dont get the code for you, there is no charge for trying". That's the type of deal I appreciate...

dougC...........