Xantia 1994, Stereo Issues

ljaw2002uk · Post by **ljaw2002uk** » 27 May 2004, 02:35

I bought a 1994 Xantia 1.9 TD.
I got it fairly cheaply, and now I know why. I have two issues I hope someone can help me with.
(1) Stereo Code
I dont have the security code for the radio/cassette. I called Citroen, but was told N reg was too old to find out what the code is. I dont know what to do
(2) The central locking is playing up. I have to try the key in the lock 10 or 20 times to get it to "bite". The key appears a little worn, but functions in the boot, and ignition with no problem at all.
Any ideas would be great.
Thanks
Luke
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to add. I went to a garage, and they decoded the radio.But its not coming up "code" to let me enter it. it just has ---- Which I think means its locked. I have the car running for several hours with the stereo on. But it doesnt unlock. Any ideas?
Luke

PowerLee · Post by **PowerLee** » 27 May 2004, 02:46

Hi
N reg too old, thats a load of rubbish, Ive got a N reg Peugeot 405 & the dealer can still get all the information for the radio code, key codes etc of the VIN number.
I was in the Peugeot dealer about 3 weeks ago & he showed me the screen with all my cars details on when we where looking for a trim part.
Sounds like your Citroen dealer cant be bothered.

ljaw2002uk · Post by **ljaw2002uk** » 27 May 2004, 02:50

Dealers are usualy unhelpful unless it involves me giving over large sums of cash. I just need to know what to do to get the stereo functioning [:(]

PowerLee · Post by **PowerLee** » 27 May 2004, 03:15

Hi
Try a new key in the lock to see if that helps, If not try swopping the barrels round between the front doors or getting a cheap alarm with remote locking.
You could always bite the bullet & get a new lock barrel from Citroen if you have the Keycode for the car & they can be bothered to help you.
Peugeot charge £13 to get your key code.
Cheap alarm option sounds the best, Look at Microscan, Maplins & other car places do these, but its cheaper to get one from Microscans website, Dont even think about going to Halfords!
Have you tried putting the code into the stero after they had unlocked it?

ljaw2002uk · Post by **ljaw2002uk** » 27 May 2004, 03:26

I have the code. but the display reads ---- rather than CODE. Until it reads CODE I cant enter it.

PowerLee · Post by **PowerLee** » 27 May 2004, 03:32

Hi
Have you tried putting the code in?
Not all stereos display CODE, Some have ---- or -C-

ljaw2002uk · Post by **ljaw2002uk** » 27 May 2004, 03:53

this one has to display CODE. otherwise it does nothing. pressing buttons makes nothing happen. I have the manual, and I am following what it says.

ljaw2002uk · Post by **ljaw2002uk** » 27 May 2004, 07:43

Ran the car on a 3 hour run to Norfolk. And the damn stereo still has its annoying ---- [:(] I feel like smashing it. I have the right code. But no way to input it. The manual is about as useful as a chocolate teapot!

chrishook · Post by **chrishook** » 28 May 2004, 02:33

HI. TRY PRESSING (AND HOLDING) ONE OF THE BUTTONS TO RIGHT OF LCD DISPLAY (THATS IF IT IS SAME STEREO AS MINE).
i HAD SAME PROBLEM - JUST "----" FOR DAYS UNTIL I TRIED EVERY BUTTON - I THINK ITS "T/M" OR SIMILAR BUT TRY HOLDING EACH ONE FOR 5 SECS. GOOD LUCK.

ljaw2002uk · Post by **ljaw2002uk** » 29 May 2004, 08:00

tried every button. No joy. Although sitting in traffic today, the display suddenly read CODE. And I thought my luck was in, i entered the code, pressed button 6, and now I am back to ---- lol

zorgman · Post by **zorgman** » 01 Jun 2004, 03:51

take the stereo back to where they decoded it and get them to input the code
what youve done is locked out the radio by inputting the wrong code