Radio Codes: Unlock Your Car Radio or Navigation System

Need to unlock your car radio or navigation system? This guide explains how to retrieve your radio code using a serial number and provides compatibility information for numerous car brands.

Finding Your Serial Number:

The serial number is crucial for generating your radio code. It's typically located on a label on the side of your radio unit. You'll likely need to partially remove the unit to access it. Take a clear picture of the serial number, often found near the barcode.

Serial Number Examples:

• V003261 - Ford V-series radio code
• M066558 - Ford M-series radio code
• VF1CB05CF25198337 - Renault radio code (by VIN)
• UU1BSDPJ558566907 - Dacia radio code (by VIN)
• A128 - Renault radio code
• BP051577068510 - Blaupunkt radio code
• BP011577068310 - Alfa Romeo radio code
• A2C03730700191103 - Fiat Continental radio code
• C7E3F0791A1521656 - Ford Travelpilot navigation
• BP011577068310 - Lancia radio code
• AKK030109 - Ford (Made in Brazil)
• VCOAKZ12110527 - Ford Figo radio code
• 2853805465 - Ford (Australia & India models)
• SKZ1Z2I8261923 - Skoda radio code
• VWZ7Z2W9393627 - Volkswagen radio code
• AUZ2Z3C1172249 - Audi radio code
• SEZ5Z2A13344023 - Seat radio code
• 38218289 - Nissan radio code
• TQ1AA1501A15382 - Chrysler radio code
• U2201L1290 - Honda radio code (new)
• 32011191 - Acura radio code (new)
• AL2910Y0690315 - Alpine radio code
• 15092056 - Mercedes-Benz radio code
• Y23012031 - Becker radio code

High Compatibility:

This code retrieval method works with a wide range of car brands and radio models. Some examples include:

• Ford
• Renault
• Dacia
• Alfa Romeo
• Lancia
• Fiat
• Volkswagen (VW)
• Nissan
• Audi
• Honda
• Acura
• Seat
• Chrysler
• Jeep
• Mercedes
• Volvo

Popular radio models supported include Blaupunkt, Becker, Alpine, 6000CD, 6006CD, SONY, 4500RDSE-O-N, 5000RDS, 3000RDS, Travelpilot, RNS MDF, Concert, Gamma, Symphony, RNS300/RNS310/RNS500/RNS510, and MF2910.

Entering Your Code:

1. Press the pre-determined button (usually 1) repeatedly until the first digit of your code appears on the screen.
2. Repeat this process for buttons 2, 3, and 4 to enter the full code.
3. Confirm your entry using the appropriate button (5, , or > depending on your radio model; e.g., 5 for Ford 6000CD, for Sony, > for most VW, Audi, Skoda, and Seat).

Dealing with SAFE/LOCKED/WAIT/ERROR Messages:

Radio units have security measures to prevent brute-force code entry. After three incorrect attempts, your radio may be blocked.

• Ford: If you see "WAIT," leave the radio on for 30 minutes. "LOCKED" or "LOCKED10" might require holding button 6 for ten seconds. "LOCKED13" indicates a semi-permanent block requiring dealer assistance.
• VW/Volkswagen: "SAFE" or "SAFE2" indicates a block after three incorrect attempts. Leave the unit on for 60 minutes to retry.

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