It may be the same model radio but the anti theft feature requires that a Tech II scan tool be used to program it to your VIN number.
My local dealership programmed the replacement radio in Oldblue when the OEM radio went completely blank.

 

I understand thanks for ur expertise. Just gotta wait til I get the money together to do that

 

K, just didn’t want to see you go to have a radio programmed and it’s still silent.

 

Oldblue, what you're telling me is when I get the replacement radio installed it needs to be programmed to my vin correct?

 

Yes, but you might still not hear anything as the speakers are toast!

 

Ok 👌 good to know. I just wish I knew someone near me who could troubleshoot first before wasting time and money. Or I could just go somewhere and have an aftermarket system professionally installed. <<< lol

 

Install a new system yourself, it’s not real hard.

 

Is there no speaker around that you can wire up and test it with? Borrow maybe?

 

No I live up on the north shore, plenty of families here, just not my family. I know it sounds pathetic but I appreciate you guys telling me all this

 

Yes ur right, I don't have tools, not an excuse had em but the x stole whatever I had.