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#1490 of 1549 Re: radio humming noise [wesleyg] by zappaland Jun 04, 2007 (5:58 am)
Replying to: wesleyg (Apr 08, 2007 4:44 am) The chimes for the car all run through the amp. When you leave the signal engaged for an extended period (forgetig it after a lane change) this also has a chime to it.The buzz could be coming from that.When you turn off the radio and the car, the amp stays engaged to provide the chimes.You could have a bad amp or just to much input for an extended amt. of time.
#1491 of 1549 radio locked by itsmetk2 Jun 02, 2007 (4:18 am)
#1492 of 1549 radio locked by itsmetk2 May 16, 2007 (4:48 pm)
Our radio locked on our 2002 Impala. The dealership said it was the battery. So, we replaced the battery. Still locked. They said it was the battery cables, maybe. For $400, I wanted a for sure..so they said it was a bad radio. $500. Still locked. Now they say, we will see what next it could be. Anyone else had to pay for their guesses? My husband the electrician has told them it has to be the wires not talking to the computer correctly, or the computer itself at this point. They keep telling us, no, it could be an infinite number of things, we will just keep trying. Any ideas? Replies to this message: quietpro (May 16, 2007 5:16 pm) itsmetk2 (May 16, 2007 9:14 pm) jnt (Jun 02, 2007 4:18 am) pbaranello (Jun 11, 2007 2:35 pm) pbaranello (Sep 09, 2007 11:49 am) zaeevans (Jul 07, 2007 8:43 pm) jnt (Jul 09, 2007 5:03 pm)
#1493 of 1549 Re: radio locked [itsmetk2] by quietpro May 16, 2007 (5:16 pm)
Replying to: itsmetk2 (May 16, 2007 4:48 pm) I'm no expert but I thought it was a security thing that was VIN dependent and had to be programmed through the vehicles computer when it became locked out. Have you sought out a second opinion from another dealership? Replies to this message: itsmetk2 (May 16, 2007 9:14 pm)
#1494 of 1549 Re: radio locked [quietpro] by itsmetk2 May 16, 2007 (9:14 pm)
Replying to: quietpro (May 16, 2007 5:16 pm) When they replaced the new radio, they reprogramed the computer, and it still locks out the radio. A dealership in another state that we were visiting in, said it was the computer. This is dealership today got all offended, and said there was no way it was the computer.
#1495 of 1549 Re: radio locked [itsmetk2] by jnt Jun 02, 2007 (4:18 am)
Replying to: itsmetk2 (May 16, 2007 4:48 pm) One type of GM radio theft lock (newer type): Every radio when put in a vehicle is given the VIN number of that vehicle via the vehicle data bus. This information is stored inside the radio's computer. Every time you start the vehicle, the radio expects the VIN info from the vehicle and compare it with its VIN number. If that info is not sent or wrong info is sent, radio will be locked. Any competent dealer should be able to fix this problem. So there may be problem with the vehicle module that sends out VIN info (BCM ? since it controls all other security aspect of the vehicle).   Older theft lock scheme: no VIN data is sent. Owner has to enable this feature and then enter his own security code. And that code is stored locally in radio's computer. As soon as Battery is disconnected from the radio (someone steals the radio and uses it somewhere else), the radio will be locked until the owner enters the correct code. For this type of theft lock, the dealer could also clear it for you for a small fee ($50)   For your 2002 Impala, you could buy an Aftermarket radio and stick in the dash to be done with. This vehicle supplies typical Aftermarket radio with essential signals to make it work (12 V battery, Ignition, Ground, and speaker connections) and forget about the vehicle bus. Circuit City is selling vehicle adapter harness ($15) for all types of vehicle. A decent Japanese radio could be had for less than $200. You probably have to buy antenna adapter too (Circuit City or Radio Shack) since GM radio uses smaller connector vs. typical Motorola type.   jt Replies to this message: pbaranello (Jun 11, 2007 2:35 pm) pbaranello (Sep 09, 2007 11:49 am)
#1496 of 1549 '06 Impala Radio "Upgrade" by 06impalalt2 Jun 11, 2007 (12:46 pm)
I have a couple of questions concerning my car. It is a 2006 Impala LT1. 1) Is there any way to put in the higher-end factory radio, and if so, any idea on the cost (I'd also like it to have XM)? 2) Is there any way to add on the steering wheel audio controls, and if so, any idea on the cost?   I had a car picked out, but when I went to the dealer and told him the one I wanted, he sold it about 2 hours before I got there. The dealer only had one Impala left, and this was during last year's 72-hour sale with 0% financing (around July 4th). So, I took the car that didn't have exactly what I wanted, figuring I'd save the extra money to get what I want later. Am I stuck with what I have, or can I add these things?   I feel like the dealer's giving me the run-around, so I'd like some honest answers and advice.   Thanks! Replies to this message: quietpro (Jun 11, 2007 1:54 pm)
#1497 of 1549 Re: '06 Impala Radio "Upgrade" [06impalalt2] by quietpro Jun 11, 2007 (1:54 pm)
Replying to: 06impalalt2 (Jun 11, 2007 12:46 pm) I don't have a good idea on what the costs of upgrades will be but I'll bet it will be pricey. For the steering wheel controls, at a minimum, you'd probably have to get the upgraded steering wheel...assuming the wiring is there...which it may not be. The same would apply for the XM in the upgraded factory radio. You'd have to get the XM antenna and assume the wiring is there. I think because of those reasons, it would likely be cost prohibitive. You're best bet would likely be to go with a nice aftermarket stereo system. For the money, you could probably get something nicer than the factory systems anyway. I have the Bose system myself and I'm not overly impressed. You're only drawback would be that it wouldn't be factory. But, a professional installation would be just as nice or even better.
#1498 of 1549 Re: radio locked [jnt] by pbaranello Jun 11, 2007 (2:35 pm)
Replying to: jnt (Jun 02, 2007 4:18 am) jnt   It is ironic that you state that the 2002 Impala radio can be changed without a problem and the 2006 radio needs the VIN to match among other things that would prohibit someone from doing this.   I have a 2002 Impala and that radio is outstanding, I would not even think of changing it.   My 2006 Impala radio in my 3LT or LT3 however you want to say it, sucks.   I have all options on this car just like the LTZ except the upgraded radio? The 6 speakers are great but the stock radio cannot push them. If I have too much back speaker, I have to literally turn the volume all the way up to maximum to blend the front and rear properly.   I am 55 but I still like to crank it up now and then and the 2006 stock radio is just so limp.   Why would Chevy put all available options in this car and not an upgraded radio, it is beyond my comprehension. I just did not catch it when I got the car.
#1499 of 1549 Re: radio locked [itsmetk2] by zaeevans Jul 07, 2007 (8:43 pm)
Replying to: itsmetk2 (May 16, 2007 4:48 pm) My wife and I have a 02 Imapla whose radio keeps locking up but will unlock when the car is turned off and the door is opened. A dealer in Topeka, Ks told me that it was a problem in the Body Control Module and that the car would need to be reprogramed at a price of $100 - $150. I went for a second opinion in Lawrence, Ks and they said that the radio was bad and I needed a new one. They also said that the BCM doesn't have anything to do with the radio locking up. I was wondering if anyone has found a solution to this problem other than an aftermarket system. Replies to this message: jnt (Jul 09, 2007 5:03 pm)

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