H-O-G Posted February 20, 2007 Share Posted February 20, 2007 Well, apparently my raido display screen says, "CODE". I don't know how to get the serial number other than removing the raido and then calling honda headquarters and having them giving me the code. Any advice of some place that would take out my radio for really cheap. I stopped by a Honda dealership this morning and they wanted $85.00 to take out my radio and read the serial number to me. Please tell me there is a cheaper way to get my radio taken out. Oh and I tried press 1 & 6 at the same time but doesn't work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rictus58 Posted February 20, 2007 Share Posted February 20, 2007 0-0-0-0 0-0-0-1 0-0-0-2 0-0-0-3 0-0-0-4 Etc. Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heidenreich Posted February 20, 2007 Share Posted February 20, 2007 This happened to a friend of mine about a year & half ago. There should be a card in your manual that tells you the code. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kosher Ham Posted February 20, 2007 Share Posted February 20, 2007 What year is your car ? Seems to me that the radio code was in the paperwork of my 99 Accord. Also I dont recall needed the radio serial number to reset it. I would call or stop by another dealer to inquire. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H-O-G Posted February 20, 2007 Author Share Posted February 20, 2007 This happened to a friend of mine about a year & half ago.There should be a card in your manual that tells you the code. Bought the car used and owner didn't have manual. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H-O-G Posted February 20, 2007 Author Share Posted February 20, 2007 What year is your car ? Seems to me that the radio code was in the paperwork of my 99 Accord. Also I dont recall needed the radio serial number to reset it. I would call or stop by another dealer to inquire. 1993 honda civic. I bought from private dealer and they didn't have the radio code or anything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuckinphilly1 Posted February 20, 2007 Share Posted February 20, 2007 Hinny has it right. Look in you're manual. There should be like a "credit card" section. One of the cards will have the code on it. It's 4 digits and you'll need it almost anytime the battery dies or is unplugged for some reason. Good Luck!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rictus58 Posted February 20, 2007 Share Posted February 20, 2007 Bought the car used and owner didn't have manual. If you ever have to replace the battery, you are going to need the code again in the future. My advice, Suck it up and pay the $85 or get a new stereo installed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H-O-G Posted February 20, 2007 Author Share Posted February 20, 2007 It wouldn't be a new sterio installed it would be a $85 fee for just taking out my radio and getting the serial number to look up the code and then put my radio back in. Would it be worth it to just buy a new radio unit? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kosher Ham Posted February 20, 2007 Share Posted February 20, 2007 1993 honda civic.I bought from private dealer and they didn't have the radio code or anything. When you press 1 and 6 what do you get ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuckinphilly1 Posted February 20, 2007 Share Posted February 20, 2007 The dealership service center or the service 800 number should be able to give you the code w/the vin number to the car, not the serial number to the radio. If that was the case it would defeat the purpose of having the code system, anyone could steal the radio, call and read the serial number and get the code???? A new radio is also a good fix, and likely better sound but it looks like you're trying to save money so.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuckinphilly1 Posted February 20, 2007 Share Posted February 20, 2007 And remember the service center is only there to MAKE money, they could be feeding you a bunch of BS that you need the serial number just to be able to charge you the $85. If that is the definate fix, Circuit City or Best Buy would likely be cheaper. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigDaddyShoo Posted February 20, 2007 Share Posted February 20, 2007 Open the glove compartment and look look for a sticker on the left side. Once you find it, look for a any combination of 5 digits that are grouped together. This just happened in our Odyssey and the dealer told us that it can be found there 99% of the time on Hondas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H-O-G Posted February 20, 2007 Author Share Posted February 20, 2007 I'm calling Honda's customer hotline and giving them my vin number to see if I can get a code, if not I'll head over to Best Buy or Circuit City and start looking at getting a new radio. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H-O-G Posted February 20, 2007 Author Share Posted February 20, 2007 Open the glove compartment and look look for a sticker on the left side. Once you find it, look for a any combination of 5 digits that are grouped together. This just happened in our Odyssey and the dealer told us that it can be found there 99% of the time on Hondas. Yah when I took it to the dealer we looked in the glove box and the trunk for any sticker with a ID number on it. No such luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigDaddyShoo Posted February 20, 2007 Share Posted February 20, 2007 ouch..sorry to hear that you're the 1%. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigDaddyShoo Posted February 20, 2007 Share Posted February 20, 2007 I've also heard that the stickers can sometimes be found on the underside of the fusebox cover panel. Wouldn't hurt to pop the hood and check, I guess. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SkinsOrlando Posted February 20, 2007 Share Posted February 20, 2007 HOG, do yourself a favor and buy a new head unit, Honda's radios are pieces of ****. I did the complete install, speakers, head unit, amps, subs on my 04 civic, it is a ***** but do it yourself if you've got any type car audio install experience and buy from crutchfield, good prices, they send you all the parts you need and instructions to do it. Plus there customer service is fantastic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
codeorama Posted February 20, 2007 Share Posted February 20, 2007 It means that you owe me 100 dollars... I'll have things back to normal once the payment has been processed... :paranoid: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joe Posted February 20, 2007 Share Posted February 20, 2007 It happened to me and my volvo. They just reprogrammed it for me. I guess that's why I have a Volvo and not a Honda:-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DButz65 Posted February 20, 2007 Share Posted February 20, 2007 Hog, dont buy a new head until from circuit ****y or best buy, you'll have to go back for something im sure. Being in Orlando, im positive there are audio shops around that know what they are doing, FL is huge for custom car audio shops, even if its just for a head unit , it will save you from having to make a trip back for something going wrong because the n00bs at those retail chains are, well, idiots. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shk75 Posted February 20, 2007 Share Posted February 20, 2007 that is really weird that holding the 1 and 6 did not work it usually does are you sure they guy todl you how to do it correctly? otherwise just take out the stereo yourself it is super simple and you can find tons of guides online and then just give them the serial no. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DButz65 Posted February 20, 2007 Share Posted February 20, 2007 Hog, found this info online, quoting what this person wrote. "PLEASE everyone listen to me! This has happened to me twice. I discovered a very easy and FREE way to fix your radio. Make sure your radio is OFF. Hold down the preset buttons 1 and 6 at the same time. Turn the radio on and your SERIAL NUMBER will appear. 4 numbers first and then 4 more. Write them down (obviously) then call (800) 999-1009. Make sure you have your VIN number handy because they will ask for it. They will ask for your name and approx. milage, and your radio's serial number. They will then give you your radio unlock code--WRITE IT DOWN!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stophovr6 Posted February 20, 2007 Share Posted February 20, 2007 All you need is a crowbar. Seriously though, you should be able to find out how to strip your entire car somewhere online. It happens all the time to civics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coldpacker Posted February 20, 2007 Share Posted February 20, 2007 HOG, if i were in your situation this is what i'd do: buy an affordable mp3 capable head unit and install it, viola! you kill 4 birds with 1 pebble Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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