How do you reset the factory radio withOUT the code?

[///M3junkie]

A friend of mine is the second owner of a '93 325 with a factory radio. His battery died recently, and after getting a jump his radio won't work. It's asking for a code, which he doesn't have since all the new car info is long gone.

SO, is there a way to get the radio working again, or is he SOL?

Any help will be appreciated by both of us, him because he'll have a radio, and me 'cause I won't have to listen to him bitching about it anymore.

[Paddy Mack]

[Paddy Mack]

Has he contacted a dealer yet? I would think that they would have a master code for just this situation.

[SC Dinan M3]

$45










that's how much stealer charger.

[J328]

try leaving the car on accessory for a couple hours and check it perodickly, this works on some radio's and resets them.

[dartanion69]

Get the serial # off the head unit (requires removal), and call the dealer with it. They should be able to give you the code for free. If they try to charge you, tell them you'll be writing a letter to BMW to complain about them charging for a service that is supposed to be free. Or, you can just call another dealer. From what I have heard, most will be able to do this for you in about 5 minutes.

My current problem with the stock head unit is that it will not accept the code that has worked in the past. I have been told that removing the head unit and sticking it in the freezer for 30 minutes will clear the memory and the unit should work fine. Sounds crazy, but evidentily it works. I'll be trying this out tonight.

Hope this helps,
Darin

[nicholas]

I had the same problem. Went to B.H. BMW and they gave me the code for free. Just had to drive around for an hour before being able to enter it.

[neenja]

Hey nicholas,
I like that sig pic you have there....you supercharged bastard you

and for that you get a 5 star
Who won?

[///Mpressive3]

If you continue to have problems with your local dealer, call this number. 305 256 2360 Ask for Paul McGlaughlin, he is the parts specialist at South Motors BMW. You will have to give him the code on the side of the radio, so have it ready. The code is 3 letters and (I think) 6 numbers XXX-XXXXXX. Tell him that Ben Carter gave you his number. Also ask him (if you are interested in buying parts) about an "internet group" discount, it rules.

Ben

[nicholas]

The Ferrari won. There is a quick video of it on DVinsight.com.

[myk]

Ok, I might sound crazy, but I read this at this forum. If you leave your radio in the freezer for 30 mins, it'll reset the memory of the old code. Now I haven't done this so I don't know if you just enter another code in to replace the old one. Try it, I would.