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Setting Security Code

VULNERABLE ("-----") SYSTEM ACTIVATION
The AM/FM cassette stereo with graphic equalizer will be in the vulnerable state if it is new or remanufactured, or if it has been "unsecured" or "deactivated." To activate the theft deterrent system, the following steps need to be followed:

1. Turn ignition to "RUN" position.
2. Turn radio power switch Off.
3. Press preset button 5 and 6 together for five seconds. The radio display should show ---- - (VULNERABLE).
4. Select a four digit code.
5. Press SEEK DOWN, SEEK UP, TUNE DOWN, or TUNE UP The radio display should show "0000".
6. Press SEEK DOWN to set the first digit.
7. Press SEEK UP to set the second digit.
8. Press Tune Down to set the third digit.
9. Press TUNE UP to set the fourth digit.
10. Press AM/FM to store the code.
11. For verification, the radio will display "rEP" (Repeat).
12. Repeat steps 6 through 10.
13. If the code was re-entered correctly, the radio will display "SEC" (SECURE). The theft deterrent system for the radio is now active. If the code was entered incorrectly, the radio will display "Err" for five seconds and the "----" (VULNERABLE) will be displayed again. If "----" is displayed, repeat steps 5 through 12.