Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Radio Setup
Important: The Radio Setup option does not contain a sub-menu. Radio Setup will configure the following systems:
- Steering wheel controls
- Learn VIN
- DTCs
- Class 2 radio messages
The radio setup procedure will also clear the following messages:
- CAL
- CAL ERROR
- CALIBRATE
To properly setup the DE 100 series radio, complete the following procedure using a scan tool.
- At the Main Menu screen, select DIAGNOSTICS.
- At the Vehicle Identification screen, select the following options:
- 2001 Model Year
- B Platform
- At the System Selection Menu screen, select BODY.
- At the Body screen, select RADIO.
- At the Radio screen, select SPECIAL FUNCTIONS.
- At the Special Functions screen, select RADIO SETUP.
- At the Radio Setup screen, select ENTER.
- After the scan tool displays TEST COMPLETED SUCCESSFULLY, press EXIT.
- Cycle the ignition.
Without learning the VIN, the radio will display a locked message (LOC).
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.