If your Honda CRV radio displays “Enter Code,” you’ll need a unique code to unlock it. This code is essential after a battery disconnect or radio replacement to prevent theft. This guide provides a step-by-step process to find and enter your Honda CRV radio code.
Locating Your Honda CRV Radio Serial Number
The first step to obtaining your code is finding your radio’s serial number. There are two primary methods:
1. Retrieving the Serial Number from the Radio Display
- Turn on your car and the radio. The “Enter Code” message should appear.
- Turn the radio off.
- Simultaneously press and hold radio preset buttons 1 and 6, then press the power button.
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The serial number (e.g., S/N 12345678) will display on the screen.
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2. Finding the Serial Number on the Radio Unit Sticker
If the first method fails, the serial number is also located on a sticker on the radio unit itself.
- Carefully remove the radio from the dashboard using a flathead screwdriver or similar tool.
- Locate the sticker on the side of the unit. The 8-digit serial number will be clearly marked.
Generating Your Honda CRV Radio Code
With your serial number and VIN (found on the driver’s side door jamb or windshield), you can generate your radio code:
- Visit a reputable online Honda radio code generator.
- Input your VIN, the 8-digit serial number, and your Honda CRV’s model year.
- The service will generate your unique 5-digit radio code.
Entering the Radio Code in Your Honda CRV
Once you have your code:
- Turn on your car and the radio.
- Use the radio preset buttons (1-6) to enter each digit of the 5-digit code. Each button press corresponds to a digit in your code.
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After entering all five digits, the radio should unlock and resume normal operation. If you encounter issues, double-check for errors in entering the serial number or VIN. Repeatedly entering an incorrect code can lead to a temporary lockout, requiring a short battery disconnect to reset.
