Find savings now<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\nWhy your Dodge needs a radio code<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
If this is your first time seeing a \u201ccode\u201d message flash on your Dodge\u2019s radio, you might be a little perplexed\u2014after all, you never needed a code to listen to music before, right? Why should things be any different this time?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Simply put, whenever the battery in your vehicle has died or been replaced, your radio asks for a code as a security measure in an effort to deter would-be stereo thieves. This is a useful feature to have if you don’t have sound system insurance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Of course, if you don\u2019t have the code on hand or have it memorized, this security measure can quickly turn into an annoyance, as you won\u2019t be able to use the radio again until it\u2019s entered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How to find your Dodge radio code<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Generally speaking, the location of your Dodge\u2019s radio code will depend on your exact model and model year\u2014but in most cases, you should be able to find your Dodge radio code printed on a small card in your owner\u2019s manual or on a sticker in your glove box. It will usually be labeled as the \u201cAnti-Theft Radio Code\u201d and is printed alongside the radio\u2019s serial number.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A radio code will only ever consist of five characters\u2014anything with more or less than that is the wrong code.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How to look up your Dodge radio code<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
In the event that you cannot find the card in your owner\u2019s manual or the sticker in your glove box, you can still look up your Dodge\u2019s radio code\u2014it just requires a few extra steps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For starters, you\u2019ll need to know both your vehicle identification number (VIN) and the radio\u2019s serial number\u2014look below to find out where these numbers can be found:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- VIN: <\/strong>Your Dodge\u2019s VIN\u2014a 17-character alpha-numeric sequence\u2014can be found in a number of places, with the most obvious being on a small plaque on the drivers side of the dashboard, which should be visible through the windshield. You can also find the VIN in your vehicle registration paperwork and on your insurance card.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Serial number: <\/strong>If you have an older model Dodge, you will need to remove the radio unit in order to locate the radio\u2019s serial number\u2014we suggest having a professional perform this service to avoid damaging the stereo unit.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
If you have a newer model Dodge, you may be able to look up the radio\u2019s serial number via the radio display\u2014the exact instructions for this, however, will depend on your model and model year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Once you\u2019ve located both numbers, you can figure out your Dodge\u2019s radio code by calling Dodge at 1-800-423-6343\u2014they will usually ask for your phone number, email address, and zip code.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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