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How to unlock the radio in the Ford Focus?

Model: Ford Focus MK 1 - Years 1998-2004
Part: Car stereo

In this tutorial, you can see how to unlock the radio in the Ford Focus, a necessary operation if you have replaced or temporarily disconnected the battery. First, you need to obtain the specific security code, which is found with the documents provided at purchase. If lost, you can recover it through one of the various online services, which require the serial number of the radio, located on the right side of the unit. Once obtained, you can start the vehicle and enter the four digits using the buttons "1", "2", "3", and "4", and save the setting with the button "5".

Updated on 22 June 2026 by ScegliAuto

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How to Open a Stuck Boot on the Peugeot 407?

On the Peugeot 407, the boot may become stuck, possibly due to a problem with the control button or the lock actuator. In such cases, you can perform an emergency opening by following the simple procedure shown in this tutorial. First, open the rear doors, then lower the seat back by operating the release lever. Next, go inside the boot, locate the lock, and manually operate it using a flathead screwdriver. The boot will then be free to open.

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