Hello, I disconnected my stock volvo radio(SC-816) on my 98 S70 to work on the hazard lights switch directly beneath it. I knew I could just call the dealer and get the code to turn it back on. Well the dealer gave me the code for the original radio and that didn't work so we went off the serial numbers of the radio. It gave a different code. That one still didn't work. The dealer says the radio must be busted but I find that hard to believe since I only unhooked it for a few minutes then hooked it back up! Do I need to do anything special when I enter the radio code? Please anybody HELP!
Thanks!

Mark

So long as the radio says CODE, you are given 3 chances to enter the number. Only numbers 1-6. If it says ERR, then you will need to leave the radio ON for 2 hours before the radio resets itself and CODE once again appears.
Sometimes, used radios have a 4 digit number sticker in the top of them next to the serial number. Great for theft!

Klaus
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(V♂LV♂s 1995 854T, 1998 V70R)

Don't know if this is a universal thing or not but the radio code for our 96 850 wagon is written inside the lift gate next to the weather stripping on the driver's side. Appears to have been done at the factory as the PO didn't do it. Written in what looks like yellow crayon. Found it by accident when changing a tail light bulb. I believe all you need do is enter it. Wonder if the codes you've been given are wrong?


bl

Just put in the 4 code number and it should turn right back on...nothing more to do. Someone else posted with a similar issue just a few days ago...you should try to find his thread to see if he's found the answer. SC-816?
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1998 S70 T5 Emarald Green Metallic (125K), 2004 V70 2.5T Ruby Red (45K), Previous Owner of Black '94 850 Turbo Wagon (Sold at 140K and miss her). My cars have been running so well lately they've got me worried.