How to Find Your Honda CRV 2010 Stereo Code

If your 2010 Honda CRV’s stereo is displaying “Enter Code,” you’ll need the unique radio code to unlock it. This usually happens after the battery has been disconnected. This guide provides a step-by-step process to retrieve your Honda Crv 2010 Stereo Code and get your music playing again.

The radio display will prompt you to enter the code.

Locating Your Honda CRV’s VIN and Radio Serial Number

Your Honda CRV 2010 stereo code is linked to your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and the radio’s serial number.

Finding Your VIN

The VIN is a 17-character sequence of numbers and letters. You can find it:

• On a label inside the driver’s side door jamb.
• At the base of the windshield.
• On your vehicle registration documents.

Finding Your Radio Serial Number

There are two ways to find your radio’s serial number:

Option 1: Via the Radio Display

1. Turn on your car and the radio. The “Enter Code” message should appear.
2. Turn the radio off.
3. Simultaneously press and hold radio preset buttons 1 and 6, then press the power button.

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Pressing these buttons will display the serial number.

4. The serial number (e.g., S/N 12345678) will be displayed.

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This shows a sample serial number display.

Option 2: On the Radio Unit Sticker

1. Carefully remove the stereo from the dashboard using a flathead screwdriver or similar tool.
2. Locate the sticker on the side of the radio unit. The 8-digit serial number is printed on this label.

The sticker is usually on the side of the radio unit.

The serial number is clearly printed on the sticker.

Generating and Entering Your Honda CRV 2010 Stereo Code

Generating the Code

1. Visit a website that specializes in generating Honda radio codes (e.g., unlockcarstereo.com).
2. Enter your VIN, the 8-digit serial number, and your Honda CRV’s model year (2010).
3. The website will generate your 5-digit radio code.

Entering the Code

1. Turn on your car and the radio.
2. Use the preset buttons (1-6) to enter the 5-digit code. Each button corresponds to a digit.

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Use the preset buttons to enter each digit of the code.

3. After entering all five digits, the radio should unlock and resume normal operation.

Troubleshooting

If you encounter issues, ensure you entered the correct VIN and serial number. Entering an incorrect code multiple times may lock the radio, requiring a reset by disconnecting the battery. If problems persist, consult a Honda dealership.