Authorized Technical Guide & Dealer Procedure

Jeep / Chrysler / Dodge Radio Code & Lockout Recovery Guide

Complete technical walkthrough for Jeep / Chrysler / Dodge stereos locked after battery replacement: serial number identification, step-by-step keying instructions, SAFE / WAIT lockout reset, and official dealer security procedures.

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TECHNICAL GUIDE & TIPS

Jeep / Chrysler / Dodge Radio Code Keying, Serial Recovery & Troubleshooting

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Find Serial Number

On Jeep / Chrysler Uconnect units, serial numbers start with "T00BE" (Harman) or "TVPQN" (Continental) on the metal casing.

                            Serial Examples:
                            T00BE123456789, TVPQN2966H0123, T0MYD123456789
                        

CODE ENTRY

Step-by-Step Code Input

When "Anti-Theft Code" appears, type your 4-digit PIN on the touchscreen keypad and tap "Accept / OK" to unlock the infotainment.

ERROR & LOCKOUT FIX

SAFE / WAIT / LOCKED Solution

After 3 wrong tries, the screen displays a 30-minute lockout. Leave ignition ON for 30 minutes until the prompt reactivates.

OEM UNITS & MODELS

Supported Factory Units

Uconnect 8.4 (VP4 / RA4), Uconnect 5.0 (VP2), RB4 Navigation, RES CD/MP3, REQ 6-CD Changer, Alpine Premium Audio.

Authorized Dealer Technical Procedure