Unlock Your Car Radio Code: A Comprehensive Guide

Retrieve the activation code for your car radio or navigation system with ease. This guide is compatible with numerous car brands and calculates your code instantly using only your radio's serial number.

Finding Your Serial Number:

The serial number is located on a label attached to the side of your radio. You'll likely need to partially remove the audio unit to access it. Take a clear picture of the serial number, often found near the barcode.

Examples of Serial Numbers:

• 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 method works for a wide range of car brands, including: Ford, Renault, Dacia, Alfa Romeo, Lancia, Fiat, Volkswagen (VW), Nissan, Audi, Honda, Acura, Seat, Chrysler, Jeep, Mercedes, Volvo, and many more. 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. Repeatedly press the pre-determined button 1 until the first digit of your code appears on the screen.
2. Repeat this process for buttons 2, 3, and 4, entering each digit sequentially.
3. Confirm your code entry. The confirmation button varies by model (e.g., 5 for Ford 6000CD, * for Sony, > for most VW, Audi, Skoda, and Seat).

Troubleshooting "SAFE," "LOCKED," "WAIT," or "ERROR" Messages:

All radios have anti-theft protection. Repeated incorrect code entries will trigger a lockout.

• Ford: "WAIT" may appear; leave the radio on for 30 minutes. "LOCKED" or "LOCKED10" may require holding button 6 for ten seconds (allowing a few more attempts). "LOCKED13" indicates a semi-permanent block requiring dealer intervention.
• VW/Volkswagen: "SAFE" or "SAFE2" indicates a lockout after three incorrect attempts. Leave the unit on for 60 minutes to retry.

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