Losing your Honda radio code after a battery disconnect can be frustrating. This guide will walk you through various ways to retrieve your Honda radio code, getting you back to enjoying your favorite tunes.
Where to Find Your Honda Radio Code
Before contacting the dealership, there are a few places you can check for your Honda radio code:
Check Your Owner’s Manual
The first place to look is your owner’s manual. Often, the radio code is written inside or on a sticker attached to the manual.
Look for Stickers Inside the Vehicle
Dealers sometimes place stickers containing the radio code in various locations within the car. Common spots include:
- Inside the fuse box cover: Check both the under-hood fuse box and the interior fuse box.
- Inside the glove box door: Look for a sticker on the inside of the glove compartment door.
Contact Your Local Honda Dealership
If you can’t find the code in your vehicle or owner’s manual, your local Honda dealership can provide it. You’ll likely need:
- Your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN): This 17-digit number can be found on your car’s dashboard, driver’s side door jamb, or insurance card.
- Proof of Ownership: This might include your car’s registration or title.
Dealerships should provide this service for free, so don’t let them charge you.
Resetting Your Power Windows After Battery Disconnection
Disconnecting your car battery can also affect your power windows, often disabling the auto-down feature. To reset them:
- Start the engine.
- Fully open the driver’s side window: Press and hold the window switch down until the window is completely open.
- Fully close the driver’s side window: Pull and hold the window switch up until the window is completely closed.
- Hold the switch: Continue holding the switch in the up position for a second or two after the window is closed. This completes the reset process.
