Volkswagen Radio Codes, How To GET IT

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If your Volkswagen radio displays "Safe Mode," finding and entering your VW radio codes will get it back in action. At Gunther Volkswagen Delray Beach, we understand how important your vehicle's advanced navigation, infotainment, and radio systems can be to your commuting satisfaction. Our service center makes it easy to reveal and unlock VW radio code access so that you can continue enjoying your car's features. Read on to learn more about finding your VW radio codes.

Why Do I Need To Get VW Radio Code Access?

VW radio codes are a time-tested security feature. When your VW radio or navigation system detects a loss of power, it typically puts itself into Safe Mode, locking potential thieves out of the system's functions.

But, this security feature can be triggered if the vehicle's battery is disconnected during a routine service; we can find and enter the VW radio codes before returning your vehicle to you in such cases. However, you'll likely face the same situation if your battery goes flat.

How To Get Your VW Radio Codes: Four Possibilities

The VW radio code is typically a four-digit PIN code, and the VW radio code list will typically be located in your owner's manual. Begin by opening your original owner's manual, then flip to the radio/navigation system section or the last page of the manual.

Check your car's trunk or SUV's cargo area if your VW radio codes aren't in your owner's manual. The radio code may be located on the liftgate or trunk opening; if it isn't, check your spare tire.

Unfortunately, these three locations are where the DIY solutions end. The next way to find VW radio codes is by having our skilled technicians remove the radio to check its serial number. Accessing a proprietary database is necessary to translate the radio's serial number into a VW radio code.

The VW Radio Code Reset Procedure

 If you found the radio code, follow these typical steps to reset your VW radio:

First, note that the radio preset buttons will likely correspond to each of the four digits on screen (for example: radio preset "1" is used to change the first digit of your VW radio code). Each press of the same button will increase the displayed number; keep pressing until the first digit matches your specified radio code.

Next, use the scan/seek buttons to switch between digits, and repeat the previous step to put all four numbers into your radio. Once every number is displayed correctly, press and hold the "seek" button to enter your VW radio codes. If the code is correct, "Safe Mode" should disappear, and your radio will be ready to play again.

If not, try to reset the radio by pressing and holding the "Mode" and "on/off" buttons for five seconds. If neither solution is successful, contact us for help.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the VW radio code located?

Your VW radio codes may be located in your owner's manual within the radio/navigation system section or on the last page. Your VW radio code may otherwise be on your vehicle's trunk opening, liftgate, or spare tire. If you can find your radio code in any of these locations, our VW service center can help get your radio back into action.

How to get VW radio code?

You can get your VW radio code by checking your owner's manual, trunk/cargo area, or spare tire. Removing the radio should reveal a serial number that can be translated into a VW radio code with our proprietary database if none of these areas display your radio code. Contact our service center for help with your VW radio codes.

How to unlock VW radio without code?

In rare cases, a VW radio can be unlocked without a code by pressing and holding the "mode" and "on/off" buttons on your radio for five seconds. If this radio-reset procedure is unsuccessful, you'll need to find your VW radio codes on your owner's manual, trunk, spare tire, or get the code from us by providing your radio serial number. 

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