Need help with Bora stereo security code

**mattb** · 06-06-2008, 08:03 AM

Hi all
My 2001 Bora V5 was recently in having some work done and the battery was disconnected. I have the security code but I do not know how to key it in.

Can someone please scan up the relevant pages from the service manual or offer me a step by step instruction?

Thanks very much

**balkanac** · 06-06-2008, 11:43 AM

im not sure, but on cars i had before i used the radio station memory buttons, 1-6. If you have a 4 digit code you use the first 4 and if its say 4268 you'd press no 1 4 times, no 2 twice etc.
This might not work for VW, but its worth a try i guess

**Manaz** · 08-06-2008, 08:27 PM

I'd be careful "trying" things randomly - I believe you only get a certain number of incorrect attempts before the unit locks itself out and you need a dealer to do the unlock.

OP: I suspect the procedure should be in the owner's manual (or an additional book for the stereo itself. If you don't have such books, they may be online...

**moniker** · 09-06-2008, 12:04 AM

Originally Posted by Manaz

I'd be careful "trying" things randomly - I believe you only get a certain number of incorrect attempts before the unit locks itself out and you need a dealer to do the unlock.

OP: I suspect the procedure should be in the owner's manual (or an additional book for the stereo itself. If you don't have such books, they may be online...

Yes as far as I remember (only done it once) just key in (using the 1-6 buttons) the required code - just keep punching them in - once finished it should unlock.
I do have the original card in my glovebox- if stuck please post back and I will dig it out.

Keith

**mattb** · 09-06-2008, 11:24 AM

Thanks guys. It appears that I did something wrong as I have been locked out and will now need to see a dealer.

I have the code and the service manual but the stereo instructions are missing unfortunately.

Thanks again