Standard stereo won’t allow the code.

[Cads]

I’ve just picked up a standard stereo and plugged it in. It’s clearly got power because I managed to eject a CD and it beeps when I press buttons.

But the display is blank and won’t come up with CODE so I can enter in the code.
I’ve read it may be locked but left it with the ignition on for over 30mins but nothing changed.

Any thoughts?

 

[Ol’ Tarby]

I think, and I could be wrong, but if you fit an update list stereo into a car that originally had a tuner list and vice versa, the screen doesnt work?

Could be wrong

 

[Cads]

I think, and I could be wrong, but if you fit an update list stereo into a car that originally had a tuner list and vice versa, the screen doesnt work?

Could be wrong

And therefore there is no way of entering the code??

 

[Ol’ Tarby]

And therefore there is no way of entering the code??

Not if you can't see what code you're putting in

 

[Cads]

Bugger. Any idea how you tell the difference?

 

[Cads]

Bugger. Any idea how you tell the difference?

scratch that, it says it on the front!! 🤣

 

[Ol’ Tarby]

Bugger. Any idea how you tell the difference?

Unfortunately mate I'm now out of intelligence, and I may not of been right in the first place 🤣 someone will be along soon

 

[Ol’ Tarby]

scratch that, it says it on the front!! 🤣

Yeah, was just about say that 🤔

 

[Cads]

Yeah, was just about say that 🤔

With the best will on the world I hope you are wrong, but its not looking like it. 👍

 

[Ol’ Tarby]

With the best will on the world I hope you are wrong, but its not looking like it. 👍

I'm just trying to think who'd know so I can tag them hmmmm

 

[Ol’ Tarby]

@Yorkshire Pudding might know. He's useless 99% of the time though.

 

[Krarl]

If it was the wrong radio for the year it usually comes up with err

Try holding 5 and 3 for 30 seconds when the ignition is on. This usually opens the menu and allows it to test for a few minutes before needing the code again. It might be 5 and 2 if its not 5 and 3

And are you sure that the top display bulbs haven't gone? Mine used to go all the time in my old dCi until I went for LED's😂

 

[Cads]

If it was the wrong radio for the year it usually comes up with err

Try holding 5 and 3 for 30 seconds when the ignition is on. This usually opens the menu and allows it to test for a few minutes before needing the code again. It might be 5 and 2 if its not 5 and 3

And are you sure that the top display bulbs haven't gone? Mine used to go all the time in my old dCi until I went for LED's😂

Im not 100% sure but the clock and temp are visible.
I’ll try the reset!! Ta!

 

[Krarl]

Im not 100% sure but the clock and temp are visible.
I’ll try the reset!! Ta!

No worries, if not then you might have to swap the bulbs around and see if that does anything

Have you got another head unit to hand or be able to borrow one to make sure its not just that that's fried?

 

[Cads]

The aftermarket one I pulled out worked fine. And the unit is getting power as it ejects CD’s and beeps a lot when pressing buttons.
I’ll try the reset thing and see how we go.
Appreciate your help.

 

[Krarl]

No worries mate 😀

 

[Ol’ Tarby]

You have plugged the

No worries mate 😀

Was I right about the tuner/update list thing?

 

[Cads]

So I’ve tried the 5 and 2 and 5 and 3 reset and nothing’s changed.
It’s a Tuner list unit. My car is a 55 plate. Anyone know which version it should have come with??

 

[Krarl]

You've got the wrong radio you pleb😂

 

[Krarl]

get thi'sen an updatelist

Pre 05 is tuner and post 05 is update pal😉😂

 

[Ol’ Tarby]

Called it

 

[Cads]

Arse. Anyone want a Clio stereo? 🤣

 

[Krarl]

I'm in need of an update list one too😂😂

 

[Cads]

Looks like the nasty Sony will be going back in tomorrow.
There’s loads on fleabay.

 

[Cads]

Theres one without a code, all the so called free code sites seem to want my money. I assume there must be a way of getting a code without parting with ££?

 

[Krarl]

Theres one without a code, all the so called free code sites seem to want my money. I assume there must be a way of getting a code without parting with ££?

I can get you a code

 

[Mbeau]

Theres one without a code, all the so called free code sites seem to want my money. I assume there must be a way of getting a code without parting with ££?

I have an app on my phone which scans for the code. If you send a picture of the bar code on side of the stereo I reckon I could get code for you. Sure there are some free sites too.

 

[Ol’ Tarby]

There's an app on the android play store for it

 

[Krarl]

Aye if you're an Alpha male and have an android then you'll be able to get a free app for codes

 

[Cads]

Aye if you're an Alpha male and have an android then you'll be able to get a free app for codes

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Im afraid I’m one of Steve Jobs disciples.

 

[Krarl]

Im afraid I’m one of Steve Jobs disciples.

I'm afraid this is where my help ceases...


















Only joking





















But seriously throw that s**t in the nearest canal

 

[RustyMojo]

There is an app in Apple store for Renault radio codes

‎Autoradio Code unlock

‎This application is compatible with Renault car radios. A simple and effective interface: simply enter the precode on the back of your car radio to get the activation code. At the click of the information button, you will get explanations to better understand how to get the PRECODE or how to...

apps.apple.com

It’s free to download and use

 

[Cads]

On the hunt for another stereo, the stereo in the RS models wasn’t unique was it?

Ive found one from a 1.4, looks the same to me.

 

[Krarl]

The only difference is the RS models have a cum covered facia

Renault like to say its soft touch but its deffo just cum😂

 

[mossyv6]

On the hunt for another stereo, the stereo in the RS models wasn’t unique was it?

Ive found one from a 1.4, looks the same to me.

If it's from a Clio then yes they're the same - just be careful it's not from a megane or laguna as they're not as wide.

The 1.4 one will probably be better as it wont have the dreaded sticky finish to it.

 

[Cads]

If it's from a Clio then yes they're the same - just be careful it's not from a megane or laguna as they're not as wide.

The 1.4 one will probably be better as it wont have the dreaded sticky finish to it.

Cheers pal. 👍