I have becker 754 that's showing me the dreaded 4 dashes. From what I have read on these threads is I have to send it back to becker to disable the anti-theft device. Is this true? Can a local radio shop or Mercedes dealer do it? Thanks for all replies.

Thanks,
Harry

It coded out. Did you or the previous owner record the code for the radio in the owners manual?

If not http://www.radio-code.co.uk/becker-radio-codes.html

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With 4 dashes, you have a 1986-89 car & that will need to be done by the dealer OR by Becker.

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My understanding is that the 754 does not have a code. Is this correct? Or do I need a code AND need to have the anti-theft circuit disabled?

Thanks,
Harry

the 754 does not need a code #. it needs to be cleared. your dealer can clear it. unless the radio is repaired it will happen again. contact Becker at 201-773-0976 they can give you some optons

Does anyone know a radio shop other than Becker that can disable the anti-theft circuit? Becker wants to do a refurb which I cannot afford at this time.

Thanks,
Harry

Just go to Ebay and buy a preowned model that replaces type 754. That way you will hae a good radio and one that takes a code. That one does'nt. Repairing it costs way more than getting the next model which slides in perfectly. Do a search on this subject.

Mine shows the same 4 dashes (after removing it 20 yrs ago and just reinstalling it after my Sony radio died). I don't want to re-enable the anti-theft system for this radio. I've connected only the power harness and speakers. I would like to get a local Toronto dealer to clear it using that special tool so that it works again. When you say 'it will happen again', will it happen again if I never remove the car radio again or never connect the anti-theft system to the radio in the first place? Or do you mean it will happen if the car battery itself goes dead? Please elaborate, thanks.

I'd hate to have to spend $75 + shipping to send it back to Becker in the US to get the mercury (or lithium?) battery replaced if that battery is only to enable the anti-theft alarm. The total cost for me will be over $150 with shipping & brokerage fees.