Hi everyone,
I need to get the radio code for my Honda, but I am not sure where to start. Can someone guide me on how to obtain the radio code for a Honda vehicle? Is it possible to get it online, or do I need to visit a dealership or contact customer service?
The simplest solution is to go to the Honda dealership that is closest to you. Give them the serial number of the radio and your Civic’s VIN (vehicle identification number). They can find the code in their database and provide it to you, frequently at no cost. Don’t forget to bring identification that verifies your ownership, including your driver’s license and car registration.
When I had to get the radio code for my Honda, I first checked online through Honda’s official website, which has a section where you can enter your vehicle details to receive the code. If that didn’t work, I ended up visiting the dealership where they were able to provide the code after verifying my ownership of the vehicle. You can also call Honda customer service for help, but having your VIN and radio serial number handy will make the process smoother.
Great, thanks! I’ll head to the dealership tomorrow
Any Honda dealer (fuck the one you called, $40 is bullshit) can look up your radio code if you provide them your radio’s serial number. Here’s how to retrieve that number…
get a pencil and paper to record the serial number when displayed.
Turn ignition switch to ON position (but don’t start) Turn radio power OFF. Switch ignition back to OFF.
Use one hand to press and hold radio preset buttons 1 and 6, then use free hand to switch ignition to ON (not start) position. Then use that same hand to switch radio power button to ON.
Your radio serial number will appear in this format: U1234 L5678
Record those numbers (ignore the U and L)
Call your Honda dealer, they will use that 8-digit serial number to look up your code. As Honda built millions of those radios, there may be more than one code that comes back on the dealer screen, record each one.
Once you have the code(s), start vehicle normally, turn radio power ON. CODE will display on the radio screen, enter the code and voila, tunes restored! If you’ve been given more than one possible code and you get “CODE ERROR”, just enter the next code until the right one unlocks your radio.
Happy motoring!
(800) 999-1009 About three months ago, I contacted this number and pressed #4 to acquire the radio code. My radio now functions flawlessly.
I would recommend that you send the serial number to the dealer or specialist so that they can provide you with the radio code that will unlock your radio. Some vendors could charge a small fee for this service.