Unlock code for stereo (Bose Symphony II)

[gautam]

I sold my stock stereo/radio to someone because I installed an aftermarket sound system. I didn't realize you needed an unlock code in order to use it. Is there any way the guy who bought it can unlock it without having to pay Audi an arm and a leg?

I read some other forum posts about calling an Audi dealership and giving them your VIN# and AUZ# but in his case the 2 numbers won't match up. Do you think it is possible to unlock it using MY VIN# and the AUZ# of the radio?

Thanks in advance!

[reckless golfer]

I sold my stock stereo/radio to someone because I installed an aftermarket sound system. I didn't realize you needed an unlock code in order to use it. Is there any way the guy who bought it can unlock it without having to pay Audi an arm and a leg?

I read some other forum posts about calling an Audi dealership and giving them your VIN# and AUZ# but in his case the 2 numbers won't match up. Do you think it is possible to unlock it using MY VIN# and the AUZ# of the radio?

Thanks in advance!

have him call this number (800) 822-2834 its the Audi customer service phone number and all he needs is his radio serial number and his cars vin number

[mromanik]

Do you have to pull out the radio to get the serial number? I have an '04 cabrio with the non-Bose radio. I didn't get the radio code from the PO and want it in case I need it.
Thanks.

[customa4]

Yes, the serial will be printed on a label that you can't see with the radio installed.

[Fast4esT]

He needs the vin # from the original car the stereo came out of

[customa4]

Yes, this too. ^^

[reckless golfer]

no you only need a vin number for the car its going into i did this last week for the place i work at all they want to know is the radio serial number and the vin for the car its going into

[Fast4esT]

Positive? I thought for sure, it's the car it came out of, so they can verify the radio

[Silveravant]

Did you check for the security code in you owners manual?

[Matt Devo]

Positive? I thought for sure, it's the car it came out of, so they can verify the radio

yes, any VIN will do

[customa4]

no you only need a vin number for the car its going into i did this last week for the place i work at all they want to know is the radio serial number and the vin for the car its going into

yes, any VIN will do

Good to know, thanks.

[Pr0n]

Do you have the radio manual? It's generally printed in there.

[Charles.waite]

He needs the vin # from the original car the stereo came out of

Thats not true. Any VIN will work.

Edit: looks like i was beaten to the punch.

[mromanik]

Do you have the radio manual? It's generally printed in there.

Didn't get a radio manual.