Radio Displays LOC, LOCKED, or CODE

2006 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 2SECTION Radio Displays LOC, LOCKED, or CODE
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Radio Displays LOC, LOCKED, or CODE

Step Action Yes No
Schematic Reference:Β Radio/Navigation System SchematicsΒ 
Connector End View Reference:Β Entertainment/Communication Connector End ViewsΒ 
1 Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle? Go to Step 2Β  Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle
2
  1. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  2. Turn ON the radio.
Does the radio operate normally?
Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections Go to Step 3Β 
3
  1. Reprogram the radio. Refer to Control Module References .
  2. Turn OFF the ignition.
  3. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  4. Turn ON the radio.
Does the radio display LOCKED?
Go to Step 4Β  Go to Step 5Β 
4 Replace the radio. Refer to Control Module References for replacement, setup, and programming.
Did you complete the replacement?
Go to Step 5Β  -
5 Operate the system in order to verify the repair.
Did you correct the condition?
System OK Go to Step 2Β 
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