Hello
I bought a 2003 Audi TT Convertible - second/third owner.
VIN: TRUTC28N531004890
I have changed out the battery and now I need the unlock code for the radio
I haven't a clue how to remove the radio to find the serial number of the radio ... any way you can tell by the VIN?
Thanks in advance.
Miss Dawn

 

It's not on the radio, or else it would be pointless. They have an unlock code to deter thieves from taking the radio out of your car. Honestly, I don't think that happens a lot anymore since the cost of the radios have gone down, but whatever.


Anyway, the code is 4 digits and it's printed on a card inside the car's manual. You can also go to a dealership to get the code.

 

Can the dealer unlock any/all radios? How much does he charge? I just got a replacement without the code for a 2001 TT convertible.

 

The dealership claims they have to have the car in their shop to "hook it up" electronically to give you the code BUT it will cost $60 to "hook it up".

I knew the code was NOT on the radio but the serial number of the radio is another way of finding out what the code is ... buy looking up the serial number there should be a four digit code that is assigned to that radio.

I was asking if there was a way around paying the dealership and away around pulling the radio out.

Thanks

 

I changed the battery for my 2000 TT and had the same problem, ($60 dealer cost). I bought my car second hand and the previous owner told me in didn't come with any "books". You can imagine my chagrin when I found the "books" under the steering wheel! Most manufactures leave them in the glove box...!

 

How does one access "under the steering wheel"? I've seen this mentioned, but have not seen an obvious location.

Is there a 'blind smily' icon?

 

that radio is best used a wheel chock.

go buy a new 1 that actually does stuff, only challenge will be finding 1 that doesnt look like it belongs in Kanye's lambo.

 

The cars Handbook sits under the steering wheel in a special slot.

 

Can you send a photo? I swear I must be blind.

 

mine never had 1, but i bought it used...