I realize, after going through all my paperwork, that the code for both the radio and the locking wheel nut are missing. The previous owner does not know where they are. Does anyone know if the dealer get them for me using the vin?

 

The dealer can easily get the radio code, but the wheel locks were an accessory. The lock key code if lost, is lost.

Cheers,

 

Thanks. I called the dealer and they couldn't locate it. They said they'd have to remove the radio to get the serial number and then get the code. Not sure what I can do about the wheel locks.

 

So, which do you have?? Your signature says 2007, your header says 2001.
If it's a 2001 send me a PM with your VIN number, I'll see what I can come up with.

Cheers,

 

xjrguy,
Info is slightly out of date. I sold the '01 and bought the 2007 a couple weeks ago. The problem is with the '07

 

Well, in that case....... Ain't got no!
There is no radio code on a 2007 or later XK.

Cheers,

 

So they eliminated radio codes in 2007?

 

No more radio codes. You basically don't have a radio per se, you have an integrated audio module. It has way more functions than just a radio; plus it is of course programmed to function with several other modules, and some of them have the VIN number burned into it during programming.

Cheers,

 

The local Jaguar dealer's service advisor told me that they would have to charge me $129 to remove the radio to get the serial number and then provide me with the security code.
sounds like he either didn't know what he was talking about or...

 

Easy.............I'm a dealer guy.

The only defense I have for them is the possibility they were not clear on which model year they were discussing. Beyond that, shame on them. It's incumbent on them to clarify what vehicle they are advising on. You'll note I did that with you a few posts back.

Cheers,

 

Steve,
The service advisor went out and got the vin number off the car, then went on his computer to check for the code. He said it wasn't in his data base and would have to remove the radio, etc. Oh well, at least I didn't proceed with the $129 operation, though I wonder what would have happened if I had?

 

That guy's toast!

Oh well, enjoy your new car!

 

Thanks again for the info! You saved me some aggravation... and $129.

 

Your Jaguar dealer will have a full set. It's trial and error to find the right one which will be stamped with a capital letter. The letter is the code and they are available on Ebay etc.

 

Not sure it was worth reviving a 9yr old thread!

 

IMO it is always worthwhile if it's useful info

 

In this case it's worthless info. X150s have no radio code, and locking nuts are not factory.

 

It's easy to remove a locking lug nut without the key. Get a 12-point socket that almost fits, but is just a little too small. Then take a small sledge hammer and whack that socket hard to force it onto that locking lug nut. You won't bugger the top of that 12-point socket if you put a block of wood on top and whack the wood. After that 12-point socket is securely hammered onto the locking nut, use your ratcheting handle to loosen it. You'll probably have to lengthen that lever by slipping an iron pipe over it to get enough leverage to undo the nut. You may even have to jump up and down on that pipe to get enough force to undo the locking nut. But trust me, it works.

Certain wheels that are in high demand are stolen by using the above trick. It takes an accomplished thief less than a minute to do it.

 

There are a LOT of videos on the Webz on how to remove your own "stuck" wheel locks.

 

I don't think the OP has lost his locking lug nut key - he just wanted to know the code in case he did (I assume). As 71jagman says above, the code is a letter stamped into the nut.

(It is a bit weird to be discussing a problem that arose 8 years ago!)