Was replacing my wife's radio with a stock radio forgot t...


Was replacing my wife's radio with a stock radio forgot to plug in a sensor radio is locked car won't start now random lights flickering Mechanic's Assistant: Have you checked the fuse? The fuse? I haven't thought of that...

Was replacing my wife's radio with a stock radio forgot to plug in a sensor radio is locked car won't start now random lights flickering Mechanic's Assistant: Have you checked the fuse? The fuse? I haven't thought of that it's a Chevy hhr 2011 lots of fuses not sure which one to look for Mechanic's Assistant: What year is your HHR? 2011 Mechanic's Assistant: Are you fixing your HHR yourself? What have you tried so far? Disconnecting and reconnecting the battery Mechanic's Assistant: Anything else you want the Mechanic to know before I connect you? I think the cars anti theft mechanism was triggered. Dash won't light up other than being in big trouble with the misses if I cant fix this no not really

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Thanks for using JustAnswer.com! My name is \*\*\*\*\* \*\*\*\*\* I'll try to answer your car questions. The site may offer a premium service/phone call, but it's an alternative option to text/email, and will cost extra. We can continue via text for as long as it takes to resolve the issue. Just lemme know what I can do to help! - Im sorry to hear about issue with the vehicle, but would be glad to try and help! Recommend double checking all fuses again in all fuse boxes with key on. If no blown fuses, there may be a loose connection to ignition switch, or a module communication issue that isnt letting it power up correctly. May need to hook up pro-level(snap-on/mac tools type) to see which modules are communicating and what codes are setting. List any codes that you find to the message and will look up diag/repair information. - Try disconnecting both battery cables and touching ends together for 2 minutes. If that doesnt restore normal operation, continue with scan tool testing and verify correct inputs from ignition key and switch are being seen while trying to start it. Lemme know what youre seeing, or if any questions come up while checking it out!

Hi Marc I'm not at the point where her radio just needs programmed
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Hi there, what's that now? The radio just needs to be programmed? Or is the truck still not starting?

Correct, the car is now starting just fine now the radio needs programmed
Automotive Expert
Ok, roger that. Those radios will need to be programmed with dealer level scan tool to sync it with the other modules and amplifier if one is installed. Lemme know what I can do to help, or if any questions come up!

Okay, sounds like I need to get ahold of that tool
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Roger that, sorry for delay, just now getting back online. Yep, or stop by closest dealer to have it programmed. Lemme know how it goes, or if any questions come up, and thanks again for using JustAnswer.com!

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