Hey Robert, You are a God send!! I don't know about anybody else, but you gave me some good advice. I have a 98, s70, Volvo sedan I just bought for cheap, needs a little fixing here and there (in which I will be following directions from your videos), but that's my hobby doing the little things. My car radio was locked, following your advice, I called a Volvo dearlership, and they gave me a code for my car after I gave them my VIN number. Well, you said to put the key in the ignition in the first, or second position, and let the car run for 2 hours, well that worked. But when I went to check after the two hours, it still didn't work after I put the code in. So, I came back in the house and watched some more of your videos, and lo and behold the last one I kept playing over, and over. You know what it said "if all else fails get the serial no, secondary no, and model number off the back of the radio, and you should us how to do that. Well, it worked, just like you said someone may have changed radios or something. I called the dealership back and gave them the serial nu., the secondary nu, and the model number. Guess what Robert it WORKED!!!!! I am so happy, and I owe it all to Mr. Robert Spinner, aka "Robert DIY". All I can say is God Bless you and your family and peace. You are a messenger from the Lord. God know some people are poor and these videos are helping us because we don't have the money to pay these Babylon people's steep prices. Thank you Robert, and God Blessings!
Thank you Robert! Saved me from anguish on having a used '97 850 and having had to disconnect the battery to simply clean the terminals....and the subsequent lack of CODE when asked. In my case, the CODE was handwritten in pen on the top panel of the radio, and thanks to your great instructions on how to remove the radio, I found it. Thanks again. Peace.
Robert, I like how you are very thorough and knowledgeable and to the point. I also appreciate that you didn't give a perfect case scenario. Now I have ride around for 2 hours bc my radio was locked a whole ago. 9.5 🌟 until the radio works. 😂
Thank you Robert, at precisely 3.10 you demonstrated to me why my amp had been redundant all this time. Plugged those connectors together and …. …... Sound is awesome now :)
I have no idea, I like the OEM radios. But if Crutchfield told you it needs a sleeve, I'd bet it needs the sleeve. Get it and if you don't use it, send it back.
Thank you for this!! I was wondering what was up with the radio in my 850, Im gonna have to look for the code or call the dealership, what happens if I were to just replace the radio with an aftermarket one?
Dude you don't know what the f*** you talking about cuz that stereo code that you said you have to call the Volvo place to get and you can get it offline from a Volvo site thanks for wasting people's time with your b*******
Robert, Is there a reset button on the radio? 1998, S70. No response to turning the radio on. but the antenna does go up and down when I turn it off and on. Otherwise, no radio, no sound or LCD display. BTW, stock radio. Thanks, Ann
Ann Santiago Have you checked the wiring? I would unplug it and plug it back in (you will need the code). If that doesn't work replace it. They are in the junk yard. I usually rebuild and sell them for $75.
Robert Had to get a new Battery for my S70 Volvo Know one told me about the Radio code I just saw your video I will work on it tomorrow and let you know how it goes Thanks
How can I get the little black handle to stay in after I reinsert the radio? I replaced my SC811 with an SC816 radio, put in the code successfully, but one of the two handles doesn't want to stay in after I push it back in all the way. I don't want to jiggle it too much as it seems to be a fragile mechanism. The replacement head unit seems to be flush with the dash, and as far back in as possible. Thanks!
Hi, I own a 1999 Volvo S70 T5 and I’m trying to install an aftermarket Kenwood head unit, it’s all wired up and everything went well but my car came with the factory amplifier and my aftermarket stereo doesn’t have the amp plug in so I’m getting no sound. How do I get my sound? Thanks
Robert, I have a more serious issue w/my 2000 Volvo V70; Recently, a passenger shut the door on the seatbelt buckle....I had a tough time getting the door back open.........now, with the car locked, the passenger door is not actually locked; you can just open it (although it appears locked) (all the other doors are locked) - what can I do about this?
I have a JVC aftermarket unit on my 850, and it always reconfigures itself when I start the car; does not keep my settings. Is there a way to fix this?
Robert DIY Thanks Robert! My mechanic is having a hard time finding the damper motor (the Climate control isn't working and it's now only blowing Ice Cold or all heat - not a good thing in the summer.) I have a 98 S90. Can you help?
awesome videos. thanks so much for much for your videos. I just bought a 1997 Volvo and radio wont even power up. could be a fuse in the power line someone mentioned? I have checked the radio fuse. I will pull out radio later and make sure all wires are connnected. Thanks again I plan on watching many more of your videos. Thank you Merry Christmas 2015 Adam in Atlanta
Just bought an 850R and been watching a bunch of your videos, they are really helpful in getting to know the car, thanks Robert! By the way, that's a weird "bug" that caused the wrong digit to show up. It seemed to me that you entered the correct code on try # 3 the first time... Anyways, only makes the video that much more educational ;-)
Hey, thanks a lot! It turns out that I have the SC-815, so someone must have switched the radios at one point before I owned the car. What's the difference between the SC-815 and the SC-816?
Hi Robert, I just bougth a V70 classic. It has the origenal radio cassete player (single din). Can i replace it with a volvo cd player double din ?. Or do I have to make some adjustments,
Good day Robert, SC 180 Radio in my Volvo works for few minutes and stop working. After that momentarily it will work and stop. The sound later come out from back or front speakers.? Can you help to diagnose the real problem? Thanks
Hey Robert, would you know if I would still need the code if I replace my current car radio with a brand new one? This shady owner sold me a Volvo s40 with a stereo that does not work. Whenever I try to turn the car radio on I get an "OFF" sign that pops up, on very rare occasions I will get a "CODE" sign, but that only happened twice that I know of. Thank you for the informative video.
Hi Robert! I was wondering if I can change the cd audio device without modifying the dashboard. I would like to buy if possible a CD device that can play mp3 and in your video the cd and tape device are merge (or screwed) I d'like to know if I can change only the cd device but keep the same volvo frame?
Guinsly Mondésir There are several options to upgrade your audio system. Single and double dim system, some with NAV and DVD players. It gets tricky with the speaker system because the installed system has 8 speakers and most system support only 6.
Hi Rob, I have a 1993 850 I have it for 18 years and now it's only two years away from being a classic so I am sprucing it up. I want to upgrade the radio/cassett to cd/radio cassett . My question is dose the larger cd player sit in a cage so that the tabs click into it or not? Hope that's plain lol
Hi Robert I left my car on for 2 hours it popped up with code finally, I put the right code in and it works.. Problem being I started up my car and it won't start up now brand new battery everything I don't know how to fix it but I need my car up and starting asap how do I get my car starting again..
I've got a broken radio in my 95 Volvo 850t, and I'm having trouble finding the same model (SC-710). Would it be possible to use a s70 model radio without any trouble, or any other model radio from the mid 90s Volvos without any issues?
@@RobertDIY Me either. Looks like the former owner replaced the original sc 901 with the sc 805 and yanked the radio in the dash. Now I wanted to replace the lightbulbs in the radio and the stupid thing is stuck.
@@RobertDIY I got the radio out of the dashboard! i had to remove the ashtray, two torx on the side. Then pull out the hazard light switch, remove also the cable. Then with the hook of a crowbar (no bull!) thru the hole of the ashtray and pull the radio out. Someone advised me to stick my fingers in the audiocassette payer and pull, but my fingers are to big and you risk damaging the front of the radio. before you pull the crowbar, feel with your fingers where the crowbar touches the back of the radio so you'll won't damage anything. One stirdy pull was enough.
I was trying manually to clean the lens, because my cd player doesn't play cd's anymore. However I did something wrong that I cannot find, then I put cd in, it doesn't sets in place, it goes a bit off to the side.. Was searching for problem for hours, but couldn' find anything. Any ideas?
Hi Robert, can you help? I have a 2001 Volvo c70 and my stereo suddenly stopped producing any sound. The stereo is on and I can I change cd's and select radio but get no sound from the speakers... I disconnected my battery and re-entered the code but the stereo still didn't have any sound. If I turn the sound dial round and round many times, I can hear a faint noise of the of the cd track. I left my car switched off for a couple of days and the stereo suddenly started working for an hour and now it's completely dead. Is this an issue with the stereo unit or is it the amp? If it is the amp, do you have a video showing how to replace the amp? Many thanks, Steve UK
Hi Rob, I have this radio in my '97 V70. About a week ago the CD player stopped working, when I turn on the ignition I can hear it making a noise but when I go to put a CD in it nothing happens. I also tried holding a CD in there while I turn the ignition on and it just feels like its trying to push it out. Is this something that can be fixed or do I need a new radio? Cheers!
Hi Robert. I own a '96 Volvo 960, and i'd like to replace the radio on it with an aftermarket unit. Do you have any insight on a job such as this. Thanks in advance.
Hey RSpi007, I have a 960 Sedan, and im looking to upgrade the SC-815 in it to a Pioneer FH-X700BT. However, Crutchfield is telling me that I need a mounting sleeve to put the Pioneer into the dash. The FH-X700BT is a Double-Din receiver, do I need to sleeve to put in my 960?
I've just got a replacement for my 850, the old was good but when I tried to enter the code it came up as 3s just like in your video, is this a common thing with sc805 radios?
Hey Robert I've got a 2000 V70 with the SC-816 radio. One issue I'm having is when I'm playing a CD in the drive the CD sometimes stops for a second when I hit a small bump in the road. It doesn't have to be a large pothole or anything. It's not scratches on the CDs since I just got them out of the plastic. Any ideas what this could be?
Hey Robert great video as usual! I was wondering, how can i remove the "Wood" frame that surrounds the stereo and the Ac control panel? I really dislike it and i'd like to put another frame there but im unsure about how to do it.
Robin Nysten Unfortunately, that is part of the dash on the 850's. On the x70 cars it is very hard to remove. - th-cam.com/video/hGWPwd43xJA/w-d-xo.html
Robert DIY Also, how do i remove the Hatrack on a volvo s70? I've checked every spot on it and pulled down the back seats to get a better view, even tried to remove the bolt that is in the middle of the hatrack..Reason why i need to get it off is so that i can put two new speakers there, or do you know how to remove the original speaker net on the hatrack so that i can just sink my speakers in?
Robert, what happens if you do NOT disconnect the battery before you do this!? (I will be removing the radio to change the hazard switch under the radio.)
@@RobertDIY Ok great! I won't disconnect battery then.. I am removing the radio to replace the hazard switch underneath, I'll be OK there if I don't disconnect the battery.. Not damaging anything, etc, yes? (Not setting off the alarm?)
@@RobertDIY Hi there! I was able to successfully remove the radio in.. under one minute. Got to the switch underneath. Reconnected, entered code.. no problems. And didn't have to take the battery out, just like you said! I thank you so much. This is why I removed the radio in the first place. new.volvocars.com/ownersdocs/1998/1998_sv70/98sv70_102.htm
Thanks Rob, I wasn't sure if the code is activated by the radio or by the car's computer.I had the radio with cassette which I've now changed to one with cassette and CD player. I entered my old code 3 times and it locked me out. So from your video I will need to remove it and get the 3 detailed numbers. Is that correct? Derek
Hi Robert. My 96 850 wagon radio says CODE, but when I push the preset buttons to enter the code the numbers do not show up on the screen. It just continues to say CODE. I can turn the radio off and then back on to CODE but still the numbers don't register. Any suggestions?
+HeyIt'sMarcus what caused this problem? My guess is someone pulled the front of the radio off and disconnected the circuit ribbon. Either take the radio out and check the ribbon, or just replace the radio with another one.
Hello there Robert. Thank you for your videos and the information. I just replaced a stereo on my 1998 v70 t5 station wagon, but when I replaced it the word off came on. I did it a week ago and still the word code has Not appear to give me the option to input the code. I called a Volvo dealership and got the code, but what can I do to get the word code instead of the word off on it? Thanks
Hello buddy the previous owner battery went flat and he's put the wrong code in and all it keeps saying is off won't let me do anything. Is there a way to reset so I can put the actual code in?
Hi Robert DIY, I replace my stock radio with an aftermarket one. My car has a power amp but my new radio does not. How do I "fish out" the audio cable to connect directly to my new radio unit? Thank you in advance.
Thank you for responding, Robert (really quickly too). I stayed up until 2AM this morning and finally figured it out. My car is a 1998 Volvo S70 T5. Anyway, thanks for the help and the videos. Really appreciate it.
Robert have removed radio and got 14 digit code but when l put in site to get a code for radio they say that the configuration of letters and numbers are incorrect is there any way of telling the difference with letter o and numer 0 thank you
hello my friend, thanx for the video, my probleme i intered the code 3 times, and it shows all time "OFF" is there anyhope or i must buy new one? thank you
hi robert... i have volvo C70.. my radio never show me "CODE" all the time only show me "OFF" im ready driving for 2, 4, 6 hours.... im never give "CODE in the display" all the time i see only "OFF"
what happends when i can't find that radio code ? how do i get my radio back then. ? so never take out radio before you got your code! otherwise you loose your radio ?
Thank you for posting all this great information. Very helpful! Q: I have waited days of driving with the OFF message on the screen but it will not turn into CODE. Any suggestions?
Hello Robert ..I just bought a SC700 radio with code ..tried to input the code but I'm just getting 1111 ...how do I advance the numbers to input code 2263 ..THANKS AS ALWAYS ..Gordon
good evening I know this is a year old but I'm still having the same problem. Last three days I have disconnected radio and installed it again. Left car in on position for 2 hrs. lights off two days in a row and still nothing do you think I need to wait more than two hrs? Plus left car on both ways with off and nothing showing on the face and still nothing. plz help if you can
Hey Robert, I resurrected the stereo in my 2000 V70 using your tip! I've had this car for 3 yrs now & I have to say it's the best car I've ever owned. It drives like a dream & I really like it a lot; A couple of my friends & my brother think I'm crazy for dealing w/Volvos, but that's their problem........One thing that really frustrates me about this car though, is the hood release ritual I have to go thru just about every time I try popping the hood - I end up sometimes trying it for have a dozen times before I can actually get it to open! Any tips on this one? Thanks, m.o.
+mike o. In one of my recent daily videos I showed repair for that. You basically attach a hood release pad to the front cap which will put pressure on the existing one.
+Aaron Fowler Not really. I don't even know what unit is in your car now. If it will fit in the hole, all you'll need to do is the wiring. Have you tried?
+Aaron Fowler Not really. I don't even know what unit is in your car now. If it will fit in the hole, all you'll need to do is the wiring. Have you tried?
Robert, Thankyou for making your videos of wisdom.
As a new '03 C70 softtop owner, I benefit enormously from your work
thanks for watching.
Hey Robert, You are a God send!! I don't know about anybody else, but you gave me some good advice. I have a 98, s70, Volvo sedan I just bought for cheap, needs a little fixing here and there (in which I will be following directions from your videos), but that's my hobby doing the little things. My car radio was locked, following your advice, I called a Volvo dearlership, and they gave me a code for my car after I gave them my VIN number. Well, you said to put the key in the ignition in the first, or second position, and let the car run for 2 hours, well that worked. But when I went to check after the two hours, it still didn't work after I put the code in. So, I came back in the house and watched some more of your videos, and lo and behold the last one I kept playing over, and over. You know what it said "if all else fails get the serial no, secondary no, and model number off the back of the radio, and you should us how to do that. Well, it worked, just like you said someone may have changed radios or something. I called the dealership back and gave them the serial nu., the secondary nu, and the model number. Guess what Robert it WORKED!!!!! I am so happy, and I owe it all to Mr. Robert Spinner, aka "Robert DIY". All I can say is God Bless you and your family and peace. You are a messenger from the Lord. God know some people are poor and these videos are helping us because we don't have the money to pay these Babylon people's steep prices. Thank you Robert, and God Blessings!
+linda ward you are welcome.
+Robert DIY th-cam.com/video/-2oIeIhpV44/w-d-xo.html
Robert DIY Hey Robert I was wondering which stereos work best for a 97 Volvo 850? I’m looking to remove the corporate one.
Thank you Robert! Saved me from anguish on having a used '97 850 and having had to disconnect the battery to simply clean the terminals....and the subsequent lack of CODE when asked. In my case, the CODE was handwritten in pen on the top panel of the radio, and thanks to your great instructions on how to remove the radio, I found it. Thanks again. Peace.
You are welcome.
Robert,
I like how you are very thorough and knowledgeable and to the point. I also appreciate that you didn't give a perfect case scenario. Now I have ride around for 2 hours bc my radio was locked a whole ago. 9.5 🌟 until the radio works. 😂
lol
They all fit. Try to get one from a S90 the color will match. The SC-816 will sound 100 times better.
Thank you Robert, at precisely 3.10 you demonstrated to me why my amp had been redundant all this time. Plugged those connectors together and …. …...
Sound is awesome now :)
Good deal.
I'm not sure what radio is installed. I don't think so. If you install a newer system you will have to use whatever programming it has.
Nice video that mate just got a 1999 v40 nearly a classic but needs some work doing appericate you taking time to make this helpful clip
you are welcome.
I have no idea, I like the OEM radios. But if Crutchfield told you it needs a sleeve, I'd bet it needs the sleeve. Get it and if you don't use it, send it back.
Love your videos, your a big help. Thank You
You are welcome
Many thanks Robert very helpful and informative. Thanks for sharing. 🇬🇧
You're welcome
Not sure. Maybe the faceplate.
Thank you for this!! I was wondering what was up with the radio in my 850, Im gonna have to look for the code or call the dealership, what happens if I were to just replace the radio with an aftermarket one?
You will have an aftermarket radio installed.
Great video and thanks, I was able to unlock my radio after watching your video
Jesus Velazquez Good deal.
Dude you don't know what the f*** you talking about cuz that stereo code that you said you have to call the Volvo place to get and you can get it offline from a Volvo site thanks for wasting people's time with your b*******
Robert, Is there a reset button on the radio? 1998, S70. No response to turning the radio on. but the antenna does go up and down when I turn it off and on. Otherwise, no radio, no sound or LCD display. BTW, stock radio. Thanks, Ann
Ann Santiago Have you checked the wiring? I would unplug it and plug it back in (you will need the code). If that doesn't work replace it. They are in the junk yard. I usually rebuild and sell them for $75.
Robert Had to get a new Battery for my S70 Volvo Know one told me about the Radio code I just saw your video I will work on it tomorrow and let you know how it goes Thanks
Victoria the weaver Glad you found the video. Hopefully the code is close by.
Thanks for posting, very helpful information
Glad it was helpful!
@@RobertDIY Enjoying your posts, very informative
Great video, thank you Robert
ThePosjo You are welcome.
How can I get the little black handle to stay in after I reinsert the radio? I replaced my SC811 with an SC816 radio, put in the code successfully, but one of the two handles doesn't want to stay in after I push it back in all the way. I don't want to jiggle it too much as it seems to be a fragile mechanism. The replacement head unit seems to be flush with the dash, and as far back in as possible. Thanks!
Pull it back out then push it in until it clicks. They are tough, I carry them around by those little latches.
Hi, I own a 1999 Volvo S70 T5 and I’m trying to install an aftermarket Kenwood head unit, it’s all wired up and everything went well but my car came with the factory amplifier and my aftermarket stereo doesn’t have the amp plug in so I’m getting no sound. How do I get my sound? Thanks
I guess you should bypass the amp.
Good video ! Thanks !
You are welcome.
Robert, I have a more serious issue w/my 2000 Volvo V70; Recently, a passenger shut the door on the seatbelt buckle....I had a tough time getting the door back open.........now, with the car locked, the passenger door is not actually locked; you can just open it (although it appears locked) (all the other doors are locked) - what can I do about this?
+mike o. Probably replace the latch.
Hi Robert, any advice on getting better AM reception on my stock radio? it picks up interference from wires outside. steve
No, the radio is likely going bad. What model car do you have?
I have a JVC aftermarket unit on my 850, and it always reconfigures itself when I start the car; does not keep my settings. Is there a way to fix this?
Yes, wire the hot 12v wire that it is supposed to have.
THANK YOU SOOO MUCH
you are welcome.
hi Robert I have 97 850 GLT my radio is in OFF word when I turned it on and not asking for code any help would be appreciated
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Robert do you know if the CD-unit can play CR-RW discs? In that case, I wouln´t have to buy new CD´rs all the time.
klonecki No it will NOT.
Great info
Thanks for watching!
Hey Robert. Great info as always. Do you have any video regarding the damper motor?
***** No, I lost that one when someone busted out my car window and took my old useless laptop.
Robert DIY Thanks Robert! My mechanic is having a hard time finding the damper motor (the Climate control isn't working and it's now only blowing Ice Cold or all heat - not a good thing in the summer.) I have a 98 S90. Can you help?
Likely a vacuum loose from the controller. Pull the glovebox out and you should see it.
awesome videos. thanks so much for much for your videos. I just bought a 1997 Volvo and radio wont even power up. could be a fuse in the power line someone mentioned? I have checked the radio fuse. I will pull out radio later and make sure all wires are connnected. Thanks again I plan on watching many more of your videos. Thank you Merry Christmas 2015 Adam in Atlanta
Just bought an 850R and been watching a bunch of your videos, they are really helpful in getting to know the car, thanks Robert! By the way, that's a weird "bug" that caused the wrong digit to show up. It seemed to me that you entered the correct code on try # 3 the first time... Anyways, only makes the video that much more educational ;-)
David Biloen I do like when the "real world" strange things happen. Thanks for watching, glad they are helping.
Hey, thanks a lot! It turns out that I have the SC-815, so someone must have switched the radios at one point before I owned the car. What's the difference between the SC-815 and the SC-816?
But when you buy a radio it dont have amp sockets so what do you do with the speakers
Hi Robert, I just bougth a V70 classic. It has the origenal radio cassete player (single din). Can i replace it with a volvo cd player double din ?. Or do I have to make some adjustments,
I have NO IDEA what a V70 classic is. What year and model is the vehicle? I guess anything is possible.
Called the dealerships in my town and they said they couldn’t look up my radio code any advice?
Post for it on Volvospeed Facebook page.
Good day Robert, SC 180 Radio in my Volvo works for few minutes and stop working. After that momentarily it will work and stop. The sound later come out from back or front speakers.? Can you help to diagnose the real problem? Thanks
Bad radio?
Hey Robert, would you know if I would still need the code if I replace my current car radio with a brand new one? This shady owner sold me a Volvo s40 with a stereo that does not work. Whenever I try to turn the car radio on I get an "OFF" sign that pops up, on very rare occasions I will get a "CODE" sign, but that only happened twice that I know of. Thank you for the informative video.
+Swagster69 Maybe you need the CORRECT code: th-cam.com/video/HvMhTpqY-Vk/w-d-xo.html
Hi Robert! I was wondering if I can change the cd audio device without modifying the dashboard. I would like to buy if possible a CD device that can play mp3 and in your video the cd and tape device are merge (or screwed) I d'like to know if I can change only the cd device but keep the same volvo frame?
Guinsly Mondésir There are several options to upgrade your audio system. Single and double dim system, some with NAV and DVD players. It gets tricky with the speaker system because the installed system has 8 speakers and most system support only 6.
Hi Rob, I have a 1993 850 I have it for 18 years and now it's only two years away from being a classic so I am sprucing it up. I want to upgrade the radio/cassett to cd/radio cassett . My question is dose the larger cd player sit in a cage so that the tabs click into it or not? Hope that's plain lol
+Rob Glynn Should fit right in.
OK Thanks
Does a 2002 s60 have codes? Im lookin to replace the stock wiith a 7inch screen, gps, mp3, dvd, radio... cant find any removal or security info...
Hi Robert I left my car on for 2 hours it popped up with code finally, I put the right code in and it works.. Problem being I started up my car and it won't start up now brand new battery everything I don't know how to fix it but I need my car up and starting asap how do I get my car starting again..
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I've got a broken radio in my 95 Volvo 850t, and I'm having trouble finding the same model (SC-710). Would it be possible to use a s70 model radio without any trouble, or any other model radio from the mid 90s Volvos without any issues?
Hi Robert, What to do when the radio is stuck in he dash? Can't get it out! Do I need to take the whole dash out?
Have not had that issue.
@@RobertDIY Me either. Looks like the former owner replaced the original sc 901 with the sc 805 and yanked the radio in the dash. Now I wanted to replace the lightbulbs in the radio and the stupid thing is stuck.
@@RobertDIY I got the radio out of the dashboard! i had to remove the ashtray, two torx on the side. Then pull out the hazard light switch, remove also the cable. Then with the hook of a crowbar (no bull!) thru the hole of the ashtray and pull the radio out. Someone advised me to stick my fingers in the audiocassette payer and pull, but my fingers are to big and you risk damaging the front of the radio. before you pull the crowbar, feel with your fingers where the crowbar touches the back of the radio so you'll won't damage anything. One stirdy pull was enough.
I was trying manually to clean the lens, because my cd player doesn't play cd's anymore. However I did something wrong that I cannot find, then I put cd in, it doesn't sets in place, it goes a bit off to the side.. Was searching for problem for hours, but couldn' find anything. Any ideas?
useless264 If the CD doesn't work why bother? Just get another unit, they are pretty cheap.
Hi Robert, can you help? I have a 2001 Volvo c70 and my stereo suddenly stopped producing any sound. The stereo is on and I can I change cd's and select radio but get no sound from the speakers... I disconnected my battery and re-entered the code but the stereo still didn't have any sound. If I turn the sound dial round and round many times, I can hear a faint noise of the of the cd track. I left my car switched off for a couple of days and the stereo suddenly started working for an hour and now it's completely dead. Is this an issue with the stereo unit or is it the amp? If it is the amp, do you have a video showing how to replace the amp? Many thanks, Steve UK
+Steve Walden sounds like the radio died.
Thanks Robert enjoy your day
Steve Walden q
Hi Rob, I have this radio in my '97 V70. About a week ago the CD player stopped working, when I turn on the ignition I can hear it making a noise but when I go to put a CD in it nothing happens. I also tried holding a CD in there while I turn the ignition on and it just feels like its trying to push it out. Is this something that can be fixed or do I need a new radio?
Cheers!
You can replace the CD part of the radio.
Hi Robert. I own a '96 Volvo 960, and i'd like to replace the radio on it with an aftermarket unit. Do you have any insight on a job such as this. Thanks in advance.
+NviForce not really.
+NviForce try to find a harness connector for the radio before you buy it.
Hey RSpi007, I have a 960 Sedan, and im looking to upgrade the SC-815 in it to a Pioneer FH-X700BT.
However, Crutchfield is telling me that I need a mounting sleeve to put the Pioneer into the dash. The FH-X700BT is a Double-Din receiver, do I need to sleeve to put in my 960?
I've just got a replacement for my 850, the old was good but when I tried to enter the code it came up as 3s just like in your video, is this a common thing with sc805 radios?
+Shane Huntley no.
Hey Robert
I've got a 2000 V70 with the SC-816 radio. One issue I'm having is when I'm playing a CD in the drive the CD sometimes stops for a second when I hit a small bump in the road. It doesn't have to be a large pothole or anything. It's not scratches on the CDs since I just got them out of the plastic. Any ideas what this could be?
Dirty player or it's going bad.
hopefully not the latter. I just bought it on Ebay...
I guess I'll try to clean it. Would rather not completely take it apart. Would blowing some compressed air in the disc drive be a bad idea?
I don't think so.
I actually bought a cleaning CD for about $10 on Amazon. Seems to have fixed the problem!!
How can I clean the lens? I have the same radio in my 2001 C70 but it doesn't play CD's.
Your car should have the SC-901. Just replace the unit.
Hey Robert great video as usual! I was wondering, how can i remove the "Wood" frame that surrounds the stereo and the Ac control panel? I really dislike it and i'd like to put another frame there but im unsure about how to do it.
Robin Nysten Unfortunately, that is part of the dash on the 850's. On the x70 cars it is very hard to remove. - th-cam.com/video/hGWPwd43xJA/w-d-xo.html
Alright thanks for the fast anserw!
Robert DIY
Also, how do i remove the Hatrack on a volvo s70? I've checked every spot on it and pulled down the back seats to get a better view, even tried to remove the bolt that is in the middle of the hatrack..Reason why i need to get it off is so that i can put two new speakers there, or do you know how to remove the original speaker net on the hatrack so that i can just sink my speakers in?
I have no idea what you are talking about. You can text me a picture from my website.
Basically i was talking about the back shelf that every s70 has, but i got it to come off now and now im going to install the speakers :)
Robert, what happens if you do NOT disconnect the battery before you do this!? (I will be removing the radio to change the hazard switch under the radio.)
I don't understand the question. There is no need to disconnect the battery. However, if the radio looses power, you will need the radio code.
@@RobertDIY Ok great! I won't disconnect battery then.. I am removing the radio to replace the hazard switch underneath, I'll be OK there if I don't disconnect the battery.. Not damaging anything, etc, yes? (Not setting off the alarm?)
@@RobertDIY Hi there! I was able to successfully remove the radio in.. under one minute. Got to the switch underneath. Reconnected, entered code.. no problems. And didn't have to take the battery out, just like you said! I thank you so much.
This is why I removed the radio in the first place. new.volvocars.com/ownersdocs/1998/1998_sv70/98sv70_102.htm
yes
Good deal.
Hej, właśnie zrobiłam wszystko wg twoich instrukcji, jednak po ponownym włączeniu silnika mam OFF. Co robię źle? :(
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Thanks Rob, I wasn't sure if the code is activated by the radio or by the car's computer.I had the radio with cassette which I've now changed to one with cassette and CD player. I entered my old code 3 times and it locked me out. So from your video I will need to remove it and get the 3 detailed numbers. Is that correct? Derek
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how do you install a after market cdplayer in a 95 volvo 850? i need help badly. i installed it but i get no power to the cdplayer.
I do NOT know. Did you get a harness for the car?
Hi Robert. My 96 850 wagon radio says CODE, but when I push the preset buttons to enter the code the numbers do not show up on the screen. It just continues to say CODE. I can turn the radio off and then back on to CODE but still the numbers don't register. Any suggestions?
+HeyIt'sMarcus what caused this problem? My guess is someone pulled the front of the radio off and disconnected the circuit ribbon. Either take the radio out and check the ribbon, or just replace the radio with another one.
Hello Robert i have the same radio on my c70 2002 and if playing cd its keeping stop in track 11 and lags you know how to fix?
+Demetris WuT? Have you tried another CD?
@@RobertDIY hh
Hello there Robert. Thank you for your videos and the information. I just replaced a stereo on my 1998 v70 t5 station wagon, but when I replaced it the word off came on. I did it a week ago and still the word code has Not appear to give me the option to input the code. I called a Volvo dealership and got the code, but what can I do to get the word code instead of the word off on it? Thanks
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Were you able to fix it mines says the same thing
Hello buddy the previous owner battery went flat and he's put the wrong code in and all it keeps saying is off won't let me do anything. Is there a way to reset so I can put the actual code in?
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Hi Robert DIY, I replace my stock radio with an aftermarket one. My car has a power amp but my new radio does not. How do I "fish out" the audio cable to connect directly to my new radio unit?
Thank you in advance.
What kind of car do you have?
Thank you for responding, Robert (really quickly too).
I stayed up until 2AM this morning and finally figured it out. My car is a 1998 Volvo S70 T5.
Anyway, thanks for the help and the videos. Really appreciate it.
Good deal, thanks for watching.
hey Robert. I put my code in and the radio unlocked but no sound came from speakers. what do you think could be wrong ?
Have you checked the connections on the back?
yes I did right after watching your video. and everything is where it should be
Probably a bad radio.
Okay. I'll plug in another radio to see what I got
Robert have removed radio and got 14 digit code but when l put in site to get a code for radio they say that the configuration of letters and numbers are incorrect is there any way of telling the difference with letter o and numer 0 thank you
Jeff Hayes I believe the site is asking for the VIN of the vehicle.
Hi Robert. How easy is it to swap the SC series for a HU 1205 and how difficult is the procedure?
Walternyax I don't know, I have never done it. What cars does that unit come in?
Robert DIY It a sat nav unit that comes in the s40 as a premium option. Its the same size as the sc series and look more modern
What year is the vehicle?
Robert DIY
was available in S40's from the year 2000 onwards. The vehicle I want to swap it to is 1997 Volvo 960..
If it has the tabs like this radio I guess it will be easy.
Very detailed.
Thanks for watching.
awesome,thanks
hello my friend, thanx for the video, my probleme i intered the code 3 times, and it shows all time "OFF" is there anyhope or i must buy new one? thank you
+latraviatta11 wrong code.
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thank you so much. i ll try it
My volvo s90 display getting blur man. How should i do? Thanks before
Replace the radio
hi robert... i have volvo C70.. my radio never show me "CODE" all the time only show me "OFF" im ready driving for 2, 4, 6 hours.... im never give "CODE in the display" all the time i see only "OFF"
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Turkish translate please I don’t understand Türk arkadaşlardan bakan varsa kısa özet geçebilir mi çeviri olarak
Radyo, KAPALI veya KOD'u söylüyor mu?
what happends when i can't find that radio code ? how do i get my radio back then. ? so never take out radio before you got your code! otherwise you loose your radio ?
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were are the 940 nun turbo is this the same for a 940?
Robert E No, you simply need the code.
Can i found din adapter somehere?
Sure. I'd start at Chrutcfield
and the fuse is good
Thank you for posting all this great information. Very helpful!
Q: I have waited days of driving with the OFF message on the screen but it will not turn into CODE. Any suggestions?
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Franklin Cobos ......unplug the negative post on the batter,reset the computer!
Mine says off not code how would I get the code message to appear
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Hello Robert ..I just bought a SC700 radio with code ..tried to input the code but I'm just getting 1111 ...how do I advance the numbers to input code 2263 ..THANKS AS ALWAYS ..Gordon
If you are pressing 2 and you get a 1 the radio is bad. You should get a SC-816 premium radio anyway. Sounds much better and has a CD and tape.
Thanks for your speed reply ...the radio cost me £5 at the classic car show so no big deal ..all the best to you ..Gordon
Hi sir my volvo radio is righting off wht a must i do please
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hi rob, my radio is always saying off how do I get it to start again,
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Mines don't say enter code it just always says off, even when I try to turn on to enter a code
If you would watch the video I linked, it would explain your problem.
good evening I know this is a year old but I'm still having the same problem. Last three days I have disconnected radio and installed it again. Left car in on position for 2 hrs. lights off two days in a row and still nothing do you think I need to wait more than two hrs? Plus left car on both ways with off and nothing showing on the face and still nothing. plz help if you can
yes and i hooked it all up. but i still get no power
You have to make sure the harness is correct and power is in the proper wires.
Hey Robert, I resurrected the stereo in my 2000 V70 using your tip! I've had this car for 3 yrs now & I have to say it's the best car I've ever owned. It drives like a dream & I really like it a lot; A couple of my friends & my brother think I'm crazy for dealing w/Volvos, but that's their problem........One thing that really frustrates me about this car though, is the hood release ritual I have to go thru just about every time I try popping the hood - I end up sometimes trying it for have a dozen times before I can actually get it to open! Any tips on this one? Thanks, m.o.
+mike o. In one of my recent daily videos I showed repair for that. You basically attach a hood release pad to the front cap which will put pressure on the existing one.
I need to check that out! Which video (title?)
I don't remember. I'll make another video.
En español no entender
encuentra a alguien que te ayude.
Thank you so much we really needed to know thank you so much!!! Well me and my mom.
Would I be able to put this double din boss audio stereo (www.frys.com/product/8292306?source=google&gclid=CJOlvOaVi8wCFQeRfgodh4gLgw) in my 2000 s40?
+Aaron Fowler I have no idea.
no worries, any clue how i might find out?
+Aaron Fowler Not really. I don't even know what unit is in your car now. If it will fit in the hole, all you'll need to do is the wiring. Have you tried?
+Aaron Fowler Not really. I don't even know what unit is in your car now. If it will fit in the hole, all you'll need to do is the wiring. Have you tried?
no i'd perfer not to purchase it without some insight on whether or not it will work
Volvo 850 nao arma ingecao
I do not understand.
fak
hello spanish please :.(
I need to learn Spanish. 😟