Radio Error Messages

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6SECTION Radio Error Messages
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The Radio may display the following Error Messages (Not all messages may be applicable):

  • ERR: This message is displayed when the radio is unable to play the inserted cassette or CD
  • LOC: This message is displayed when the radio has entered Theft mode.
  • CAL/CAL ERR: This message is displayed when the radio has detected an invalid calibration.
  • CDX ERR: Displays if communication is lost with the remote CD changer.
  • CHECK CD: Displays when the player encounters a focus or tracking error.
  • CHK CDXX: Displays when the CD changer encounters a focus or tracking error.
  • CHK TAPE: Displays if a tape has been inserted but is unable to be played due to an error.
  • DOOR OPEN: Displays when the CD changer door has been left open.
  • NO DISC: Displays when the radio expected a disc to be inserted.
  • NONE: Displays when the radio is unable to detect the vehicle speed data information via the serial data circuit.

If an error message is displayed, perform the appropriate diagnostics.

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