The OFF code on your Volvo radio stays on after the user has entered the wrong radio code three times or more. OFF actually means On but is in locked mode. To reset this problem so that you can re-enter your correct code, you must leave the radio on showing "OFF" for two hours, sounds ridiculous but its true, just did it myself last night. Make sure you have correct radio code, if not sure, call Volvo and they most likely will give it to you over the phone, just have your vehicles vin number handy. One last note, keep ignition in first accessory position while keeping raido powered for two hours. Once your radio is left on for two hours, CODE should appear, then just enter the four digit code and youre back in business:)
Leave the radio turned on in this condition for several hours. Then enter a proper security code for your radio. If you don't have the code, you will need to contact a Volvo dealer.
Leave the radio turned on in this condition for several hours. Then enter a proper security code for your radio. If you don't have the code, you will need to contact a Volvo dealer.
I was told (just yesterday) by a Volvo dealership mechanic to leave the key in the on position for up to 2 hours. This applies to my 1994 940.
The "OFF" message indicates that you have made 3 invalid attempts to enter your radio's security code. Just leave the radio turned on in this condition for several hours. You should then see the "CODE" message. Now you can enter the code.
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If your Volvo s40 radio is always off, you can turn it on using the power button. The button is on the left, top-hand side.
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According to all the Volvo sites: 1. turn ignition to position 1 2. turn radio on so that it reads "OFF" 3. Wait... it may take hours for the unit to reset... 4. Once unit ask for code, input it according to instructions supplied with vehicle
the radio has to stay on for an hour...then it will give you a chance to re-enter the code
each time i want to play the car sterio of 1997 VOLVO S70 GLT It will ask of code. It will ask of a code.How do i put this code. the serial number is VO8170 V9179463B. You need to go to your Volvo dealership and they will do it for free. If you call them they will give you a code and tell you to keep your radio on for two hours than put that code in there but that does not work it is better to just go to the dealership they will do it for free and than they will give you the code in case it happens again.
Just re did mine.when the radio is showing "code" enter 666 666 then push AUT botton. If the radio is showing EEE.Try again.If the radio is showing "off".You will need to turn ignition to first position (make sure your lights are off) and wait for 2 hour for the security system to reset, then try again. Cheers, Wilf ....... gain88@xtra.co.nz