Radio code

[Chip DeBruyckere]

Hey all, I found a stock Acura radio that I have been looking for but the seller has neither the code or VIN of the donor vehicle. The radio is ~20 years old at this point, what are the chances a dealer will provide the code with just the radios serial number? Any other suggestions for getting a code? Should i just forget it?

Thanks

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[twiggy]

Honda website has an online utility that might give you the code based on the serial number of the radio. It’s worth a shot but you might not pass the “I didn’t steal it” test.

[Chip DeBruyckere]

Thanks, I saw that tool tool. I might just buy it and hope I catch someone at the local deal on one of their good days. Plus, dont know who would actually steal a 20yr old radio anyways. I only want it cus I cant stand the aftermarket look.

[Chip DeBruyckere]

Do Honda/Acura radios require a code absolutely every time they loose power? My VW I have only asks for it sometimes. If it asks for a code i just re-disconect battery, wait 10 min and reconnect and it usually doesn’t ask for it.

[zero]

Honda/Acura cars will lock out EVERY time they lose voltage. I have no idea why, it’s the stupidest thing ever for any manufacturer to do. :angry:

Connect it to the harness, pres 1 and 6 and turn on the power button. It will give you a serial number, record it. That is what you need to retrieve the 5 digit radio code.

[Chip DeBruyckere]

thanks, but the radio I was looking at was pre-2000 which wouldn’t have that feature …..maybe ill just try to find a not tacky aftermarket

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