2001 Lesabre Battery Replacement
#1
I recently bought the Lesabre (and have a window regulator on order from ebay), shocking isn't it? Anyway, the vehicle has the original battery and I would like to replace it. I am probably going to get one from the dealer, to keep the right fit in the space under the seat.
My question is, if I install the new battery, is the stereo going to require some type of security code to get it working again? The vehicle came with no code.
#2
Space under the seat??? I guess you mean under the hood. Any supplier will have a battery to fit your Buick. WalMart will sell you a battery that Consumer Reports has rated highly, for about half what your dealer will charge.
The stereo might require a security code. I believe that all those that require it will show a flashing red light when the ignition key is out. If you do have that light, it could need a code which the previous owner had set. There may be a dealer default code. Newer vehicles are keyed to the VIN (so you won't have the problem), but I don't know if yours uses that system. You can also buy a 9v battery connection which plugs into your lighter and maintains memory while the cables are changed,
#4
Oh, sorry! I have a similar Park Avenue which has the battery under the hood and assumed yours would too. Still, I would expect that others would make a battery for you. Its just that whenever I have to goto the dealer I end up spending more than necessary, so its kind of a last resort. They seem to charge you $100 fordriving in!
But on the other hand, your dealer should be able to give you a definite answer on the kind of security code you have, as well as how to reset it.
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