Radio Error Message

Glenat · 22-01-2007, 12:48 AM

Sorry if this has been asked before but I am new to this site and cannot find a search function.

We recently had a problem with airbag light, horn etc.. and I took it to a garage to get it fixed and they must have disconnected the battery. This meant the radio needed us to put a code in. We guessed it twice as we could not find the handbook, which we have now found. But it now says ERR and won't let us type in the code. We tried disconnecting the battery for a few hours but it still displays the error message. What can I do? Thanks.

blackers10 · 22-01-2007, 12:54 AM

it will say ERR for longer and longer periods depending how many times you tried before ERR came up

so just wait (i think its hours later)..and then it will let you try again

peterban · 22-01-2007, 04:21 PM

You have to leave the accessories on ( so radio is on showing ERR ) after awhile CoDE should then reappear and you will be able to enter the correct code

tyrfryr · 28-03-2007, 01:28 AM

i have this problem too!my missus tried the code 3 times after i replaced the alternator(she thought it was the code in the owners manual"idiot!!!).i have left the car on accesories for varying times up to 4 hours,nothing...tried disconnecting battery ,nothing,i even tried it with ignition on(motor not running)for 21/2 hours nothing...can anyone help or do i have to go to my "high priced"ford dealer

au2sw · 28-03-2007, 06:05 AM

same thing happened to me when i first bought my wagon. after numrous attempts of guessing, i finally decided to read the owners handbook

: you need to leave the accessories on, radio on for a long period of time (length of time depends on how many times code was entered incorrectly as after the first 3 attempts, you only get one go each time the radio comes back to code!!) i found that after about 1 1/2 hrs i had access to it when i found my code and was able to re-enter it. if you are unable to get it, take it back to who ever removed your battery, and get them to do it at their cost. being a mechanic, i know. they aresupposed to place a code saving memory device that plugs into your cigarette lighter before disconnecting the battery. many mechanics dont. take it back to them and get them to get it sorted it may teach them a valuable lesson

tyrfryr · 30-03-2007, 11:13 PM

The radio cant be turned on if err is flashing(anti-theft),tried accesories for 6 hours last night to no avail.i took battery out,as i had to replace faulty alternator......i have contacted my local ford dealer who advised me that i would have to have radio taken out and sent away!