Sorry, but these are you only choices, as there is no one code for all radios. If you go around back and talk to one of them directly without going through the service desk, they'll probably do it for you for free or a small tip. How to Enter in the Honda Radio Code Once you find or receive the Honda Radio Code just enter it in using the radio preset buttons. Insert a hook tool behind the lower left corner of the bezel and pull firmly outward to release a retainer clip. Get your hand behind the rear of the radio, and gently but firmly push the radio towards the rear of the vehicle until there's enough room to reach behind the radio.
However the car didnt start after that. No longer having the original books, I searched … all over the net for an answer. Is there a Honda dealer anywhere around there? I worked for a Honda dealership for a few years photographing and processin the used inventory and this is what had to be done often, so it shouldn't be a very big deal. I couldn't survive without going road rage on someone from frustration. Do not push anything else, just start over by punch in the first number of the code and then the rest. I can get codes from Honda, but that is only because I once worked there. Ways to get this: 1.
If you cannot find it, there is another way to retrive it. As I said the code is specific to this radio. None of my cds work, therefore I know it is not the problem of the cd. With car and radio off, turn car on, doesnt have to be started, just accesory mode. To get subitems, repeat the bullet character once for each level of indent you want e. The serial number should be stuck to the inside of the glovebox or user manual.
In my case it wasnt on the inside of the glove compartment but on the outside left panel and was only visible when the glove compartment was open. The new design that year was flashy and sporty; my last Civic had 290K on it never a day of trouble and it was indeed time for an upgrade. The most common places where the code is found is on the left side of the glove box, in the trunk somewhere along the gasket or underneath where the speakers are, under the fuse box panel, under the ashtray and sometimes under center console lid. In most cases you can just press an hold the power button for 2 seconds and the radio will automatically reset and start working properly without entering the code. Apparently neither does the dealer.
Look inside the glovebox, there is, as in my case, a little white sticker with 2 sets of numbers, one with 5 numbers, and a longer one think this is some sort of serial number. All opinions are my own. It will spit out 4 numbers, wait a sec and another 4 numbers. You can get the Radio Code for free by calling America Honda 1- 800 -999-1009. The service desk will probably try to charge you for an hour of labor if you go through the process with them though. That is your opinion but I think factory radios aren't stolen very often is because they are specific to year, make and model vehicles. If worst comes to worst lie and say you are a mechanic and you just replaced a customers battery.
You do know the sales numbers for Accords in a given year are rather high. Read more: How to Reset Radio Information on a 2003 Honda Civic ' eHow. It was working fine, then it wasn't. Start by removing the cigarette lighter panel. I wonder if you can help. Disconnect the wire harness to the lighter and set panel aside. Remove the Phillips-head screw that retains the factory radio.
I have an '06 Honda Civic. It seems like a lot of people are getting stuck on the serial number. All because of a stupid code. Look for these cards or look for the code written in the owners manual. The serial number should then display. They told me I would have to send the stereo to California and they would then replace it. At this point you may want to bring the vehicle to your local Honda dealer unless you are confident you can remove and re-install the radio unit without damaging it.
Try this: Turn the radio off Press and hold preset buttons One and Six and while still holding them turn the radio on. My battery died in my car. Insert a hook tool behind the top left corner of the panel and gently pull outward to release the retainer clip. Before you go ripping the stereo out to find the serial on the back, call the dealership where you first purchased the vehicle. You might have to tug on it some, don't sweat it. Aftermarket radios on the other hand can be adapted to work with almost any vehicle, which makes them a prime target for theft.
I have only had to call one dealer in all my experiences so no I havent had experience calling multiple dealers, but of course I do identify myself properly. Or just follow the directions Hope this helps, good luck. Pull the radio from the dash. Use the link below to retrive your radio code to get it working again. With this the dealer can tell you the code. The radio should start working properly once you enter in the code.