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I replaced a battery in my wifes z3, now the radio says "enter code"...HELP

Submitted: 812 days and 10 hours ago.
Category: Car
Value: $9
Status: AWAITING CUSTOMER ACTION
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1999 BMW z3 2.3

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Hi Charlie,

That is an anti-theft code that manufacturers designed into the system so a thief cannot use a stolen radio without the code.

If you purchased the car new that information, or the code, should be in your owner's manual packet or original paperwork somewhere. It is usally a 4-6 digit code. Occassionally the dealers apply a sticker with the code on it to the backside of an ashtray or console cup holder or inside a console lid, possibly inside the glove box, on a door jamb, on a cd changer, generally someplace inconspicuous, but the locations can vary.

Also if you contact the selling dealer with proof of onwnership & the vin number they can give you the code as it should be in their records. Some people I know have had to go through warranty departments on a national level with say BMW North America, but a vin # & proof of purchase or ownership entitles you to this information.

I wish you luck in your search, please let me know if you need more information

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Expert: Brian
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Answered: 8/19/2007

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