98 S70 Emissions / Radio lock out

curtismc56 · Post by **curtismc56** » 03 Sep 2011, 15:26

So I replaced the MAF in Jan. Went for emissions in July. Gas cap, O2 and Maf codes. Replaces all but 172, rich condition. Shop said the MAF defective due to low voltage. At parts house for warranty replacement, was told to disconnect battery prior to MAF R/R. Did that now the radio is locked out. Power on for radio display shows 'code'. Parts guys says the radio thinks it has been stolen. While I drive the car for readiness check, how do I remedy radio?
Thanks
Curtis

Post by **vjaneczko** » 03 Sep 2011, 15:58

You'll have to visit the dealer. They should be able to look it up for you without charge - if they do, they're being pricks...
But I digress. When you get the code, make sure you write it on the top of the radio so you never lose it again!

curtismc56 · Post by **curtismc56** » 11 Sep 2011, 07:32

Final chapter. The 2 MAF sensors were either bad or the battery disconnect worked. Passed emissions. The radio lock out was solved . Once again my 98 S70 is riding along

BRONCMAN · Post by **BRONCMAN** » 12 Sep 2011, 00:33

Yes. Just call the dealer with your vin# & they will give you the 4 digit code to unlock the stereo. If they try to charge you tell them to eat one & call another dealer. The spokane, wa dealer has helped me with mine free of charge.

liquidfluidity · Post by **liquidfluidity** » 12 Sep 2011, 16:49

My S70 actually had the "code" on a sticker on top of the radio. We initially called the dealer but they seemed to have given us the wrong number.