Getting Radio Code How-to
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Getting Radio Code How-to (Non-Navi and Navi units)
Maybe TouringAccord can add this to the FAQ.
I've noticed that alot of people are asking about the Radio Code and how do they get them. Most have that little card or sticker that's in the glovebox...But some are in the doorjam, trunk, and even the sunvisor. They will always need the Radio Code everytime the battery is disconnected. Here is a step-by-step Tutorial.
03+ Accord
1. Radio Code Card/Sticker - Easiest way, Can be found in the glove box, either on the in/out sides.
2. Serial Number - Now this is a bit harder as you will need to put in some work to get it.
There are actually 2 ways to get this: 1. By display & 2. Under the radio.
Navi Units requires Method 2
**Do this at your own risk, I am not responsible for any damages**
<U>Non-Navi Units</U>
Method 1 - By Display **Dealership might charge you for this service** **There might be multiple codes with this method**
1. Turn the ignition to the "ACC" position(1st click).
2. Turn the radio On to make sure it says CODE
3. Turn the radio Off
4. Hold down buttons 1 and 6.
5. Turn the radio on
6. The display screen will show the last 8 digits of the Serial #. Write it down
7. Call or go to your local HONDA dealer parts/service department and ask for the radio code. They'll ask for the Serial Number and give them the Serial #. In return, they'll give you a 5 digit code.
8. Turn the radio On, it <U>needs</U> to display CODE
9. Input the 5 digit code in order by pressing the 1-6 buttons. If enter correctly, it should <U>beep</U>.
Now the radio works.
Method 2 - Under the Radio**Dealership might charge you for this service**
*Tools Required*
Philip Screwdriver
Flathead Screwdriver
8mm Socket & Rachet *maybe an extension too*
1. Remove trim piece around the shifter
**Unplug all connectors if you have heated seats**
2. Remove coin-tray/ashtray
3. Remove the 2 Philips screws and Unplug the cigarette lighter.
4. Remove the 2 Philips screws holding the storage box
5. Remove the storage box *Might require some finess*
6. You should be able to see the Serial # by now. Write it all down
**If you do, go to step 7 in Method 1**
**If not, then its on top of the cd player, continue down**
7. Remove the 2 8mm bolts under the radio.
8. Gently pry and remove the upper panel above the radio.
9. Remove the 3 Philips screws.
10. Pull gently at the radio starting on the bottom.
11. Unplug all connectors
12. Now you should be able to see the Serial # on top of the cd player. Write it all down
13. Go to Step 7 in Method 1
<U>Navi Unit</U>
**Dealership might cahrge you for this service**
Radio Code
1. Follow Method 2 to get the Serial #
2. Call the dealership, ask for the radio code for a Navi System. They should give a 4 digit code.
3. Turn the radio on via power ****(left ****)
4. The little display above the center vents should say CODE.
5. Turn the tuner ****(right ****) left or right til u get to the first number.
Push the **** in to select.
6. Repeat for the next 3 #.
Navi Code
1. Go in the trunk.
2. Look under the DVD rom
3. Get the serial #
4. Call the dealer and ask for the navi code. Should also be 4 digits
5. put that code in via the Navi screen.
Modified by killa rex at 1:23 AM 12/4/2007
I've noticed that alot of people are asking about the Radio Code and how do they get them. Most have that little card or sticker that's in the glovebox...But some are in the doorjam, trunk, and even the sunvisor. They will always need the Radio Code everytime the battery is disconnected. Here is a step-by-step Tutorial.
03+ Accord
1. Radio Code Card/Sticker - Easiest way, Can be found in the glove box, either on the in/out sides.
2. Serial Number - Now this is a bit harder as you will need to put in some work to get it.
There are actually 2 ways to get this: 1. By display & 2. Under the radio.
Navi Units requires Method 2
**Do this at your own risk, I am not responsible for any damages**
<U>Non-Navi Units</U>
Method 1 - By Display **Dealership might charge you for this service** **There might be multiple codes with this method**
1. Turn the ignition to the "ACC" position(1st click).
2. Turn the radio On to make sure it says CODE
3. Turn the radio Off
4. Hold down buttons 1 and 6.
5. Turn the radio on
6. The display screen will show the last 8 digits of the Serial #. Write it down
7. Call or go to your local HONDA dealer parts/service department and ask for the radio code. They'll ask for the Serial Number and give them the Serial #. In return, they'll give you a 5 digit code.
8. Turn the radio On, it <U>needs</U> to display CODE
9. Input the 5 digit code in order by pressing the 1-6 buttons. If enter correctly, it should <U>beep</U>.
Now the radio works.
Method 2 - Under the Radio**Dealership might charge you for this service**
*Tools Required*
Philip Screwdriver
Flathead Screwdriver
8mm Socket & Rachet *maybe an extension too*
1. Remove trim piece around the shifter
**Unplug all connectors if you have heated seats**
2. Remove coin-tray/ashtray
3. Remove the 2 Philips screws and Unplug the cigarette lighter.
4. Remove the 2 Philips screws holding the storage box
5. Remove the storage box *Might require some finess*
6. You should be able to see the Serial # by now. Write it all down
**If you do, go to step 7 in Method 1**
**If not, then its on top of the cd player, continue down**
7. Remove the 2 8mm bolts under the radio.
8. Gently pry and remove the upper panel above the radio.
9. Remove the 3 Philips screws.
10. Pull gently at the radio starting on the bottom.
11. Unplug all connectors
12. Now you should be able to see the Serial # on top of the cd player. Write it all down
13. Go to Step 7 in Method 1
<U>Navi Unit</U>
**Dealership might cahrge you for this service**
Radio Code
1. Follow Method 2 to get the Serial #
2. Call the dealership, ask for the radio code for a Navi System. They should give a 4 digit code.
3. Turn the radio on via power ****(left ****)
4. The little display above the center vents should say CODE.
5. Turn the tuner ****(right ****) left or right til u get to the first number.
Push the **** in to select.
6. Repeat for the next 3 #.
Navi Code
1. Go in the trunk.
2. Look under the DVD rom
3. Get the serial #
4. Call the dealer and ask for the navi code. Should also be 4 digits
5. put that code in via the Navi screen.
Modified by killa rex at 1:23 AM 12/4/2007
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