The CertaPart Start tool is a new diagnostic instrument to remove VIN numbers from previously installed (i.e.used or recycled) GM car and light truck radios. Car radios are very expensive if purchased new from a main dealer. Radio modules with CD/DVD and Navigation functions can cost thousands new. A recycled radio is often the only viable option. But, unless the VIN from the original car has been removed, the radio will not operated in the car under repair. The radio will lock, and the display will read, "LOC" or "LOCK" or "THEFTLOCK" or similar. Most car repair facilities faced with this situation, wait until the repair is done and the car is drivable and visit their local GM dealer who has special tools which can unlock the VIN from GM radios. This is expensive , inconvenient and time consuming. There is a better way. The solution is the CertaPart Start diagnostic tool. Plug in the tool to the rear of the radio unit. The Start tool begins its procedure automatically. After two minutes the original VIN is removed and the process is complete. All the radio, CD, DVD and navigation functions will now be active and fully functional. The radio is now installed in the car under repair, the radio will acquire the VIN of the car, and will be fully operational. The car itself is not required to be present when performing the procedure. All you need is an electrical outlet (110V AC), the Start tool, and the radio you want to unlock. Ideal for automotive recyclers (fewer expensive returns because the customer can't get the radio to work), body shops (no need to make the trip to the dealer to use their tools and incur the dealer fees to perform the procedure) , tool distributors (new line) and retail car audio shops (perform value added new services). Contact CertaPart at 970.367.7383, or info@certapart.com

1. Features, Benefits & Advantages
New & Exclusive
introducing
CertaPart Start™
2012!
Radio Re-Set & Test Tools
970.367.7383 www.CertaPart.com

2. Solving the VIN Lock
Problem!
Designed to address the vexing
issue of “VIN Locks” which
occur when electronic parts are
moved or interchanged from
one car/truck to another, and
the original VIN stored in
memory must be removed to
work in the car being repaired.
Ideal for :-
• Automotive recyclers
• Auto Part distributors,
• Car Radio Stores
• Tool distributors
CertaPart Start.™ Model #: gmv1.1
Applications: All GM/GMC brand cars and
light trucks 2005 thru 2011

3. VIN Removal in 2 Minutes !
Before: Radio display indicates the VIN After: VIN has been removed from the
from the previous car is still in the radio’s memory. Unit is fully operational
memory. Unit is inoperable
Radio: Chevrolet Impala, 2010

4. VIN Removal in 2 Minutes !
Before: Radio display indicates the VIN After: VIN has been removed from the
from the previous car is still in the radio’s memory. Unit is fully operational
memory. Unit is inoperable
Radio: Buick Enclave, 2008

5. Features Benefits and Advantages
Major General Benefits Specific Customer Quantified Value
Features Advantage
Removes the VIN Unlocks radio; re-sets to factory 1) Gives the car repair shop Saves the installer/shop $$/$$$
from the radio’s settings the option to use a recycled compared to a new radio from a main
memory radio instead of new. 2) dealer. Radio supplier incurs fewer
greatly reduces the chance of returns, saving thousands per year.
a return 3) shop does not By avoiding a trip to the GM dealer,
have to take the car to a GM the body shop saves at least $130
dealer to have the VIN (typical price charged by GM dealer
cleared. per removal) plus his time.
Enables bench Check that all radio, CD, DVD and Salesperson can confirm to Greater customer confidence= more
testing of the radio navigation functions are OK before the customer the radio is sales. Priceless
shipping the part unlocked and fully functioning
during the pre-sales process
Fast, easy to use No special training needed; VIN Takes only 2 minutes to Value of technician’s time, about
removal process performed perform procedure $65 per hour.
quickly and only when sale is
made
Not necessary to Most dealer tools require the Radio arrives, unpack, plug Value of shop time $65 per hour
have the car/truck car to be present to perform the and play. It works Trip to GM dealer and related
present same function, meaning only immediately costs are avoided (see above).
local customers can be served.
The START tool does not
require the vehicle to be
present, so customers
anywhere can be supplied.
Compact footprint About the size of a shoebox Fits on most work benches No added spend required

6. Outline Specifications
• Power input: 110 volts ac
• Dimensions: 8'' x 10'' x4''
• Weight: less than 2 pounds
• Applicable model range: Radios (AM/FM, CD,
DVD, Navigation modules) from GM cars and
light trucks 2005~2011.
• Warranty period: 1 year from date of
purchase for manufacturing defects.

7. See the tool in action here: CertaPart Start Demo
How Can We Help You?
Give us a call at:
970.367.7383
or: info@CertaPart.com
CertaPart, Fort Collins CO, USA