radio quit working
#5
Sounds to me like he already bought a used one from the junkyard. The dealer charges 40-50 bucks or so to link it to the car. That's less than buying an aftermarket unit on top of having already bought a junkyard unit that they likely won't take back.
#6
I don't know for sure, but the matching might be able to be done with a scantool (not code reader). I don't think any firmware needs updating, just needs to be told the serial number.
#7
Yeah, many shops do have those now. A buddy of mine who has a shop here in town has a scan tool (not a tech 2) that can pair keys, radios, etc. to most vehicles. From what he says, it would be a little pricey for home/personal use though not as bad as a Tech 2
#9
Plenty of aftermarket units for less than $50 that will do what the stock unit does, and more.
#10
So......paying for an aftermarket unit and the necessary harness/etc. as well as having purchased a used one from the junkyard would total less than 50 dollars? I've got to get caught up with the new math...........
Last edited by db/sb; 11-05-2014 at 08:08 AM.