Enter the radio serial number to calculate you 4-digit Ford activation code.
* There are certain models that cannot be unlocked for free.
First of all, you need to find the serial number of the Ford radio you want to unlock. This ID number can be obtained in different ways depending on the stereo model.
Unlock radio code for Ford Focus
If you have a 6000 CD that doesn't display the serial, a navigation unit or any other radio older than 2004 then you need to pull it out to see the serial. It is quite simple to remove it, everytime you have the proper extraction tools. You can find these at Amazon or Ebay searching for "Ford radio removal keys". For example see how to extract a extract 6000 CD unit here.
The Ford navigations are unlocked by the serial number stamped on the rear label. This label is only visible when the unit is removed from the centre of the console.
If these serial numbers are different and the generated code is wrong, try the serial number stamped in the metal case of the ford radio!
Ford Travelpilot serials are longer and begin with the letters BP - C7, some examples: C7E3A0582 8 8391693 / BP1040 A 0754823 / BP0500 3 3103143, etc.
It is now possible to unlock a Ford Focus Sanyo or Panasonic radio using our other online calculator. To find the serial number for this type of unit, you must use the special keys to remove your unit. The serial number consists of 12 digits. Please note that it only works for the newer 2004 models. The calculator works for both Australian and Asian models (especially India).
Try to avoid entering incorrect code repeatedly, you can risk blocking your radio permanently!
If the message LOCKED10/LOCK10 appears on the screen, it means that a wrong code has been entered 10 times. At this stage it can still be decoded, but the cassette player only accepts 3 more codes before being permanently blocked. To reset this status, with the radio switched off, press and hold button 6 while turning it on.
If the message LOCKED13/LOCK13 appears on the display, it means that the wrong codes have been tried 13 times, a situation in which the ford's radio can no longer be decoded online, but only by an electronics specialist.
Calculate the code for any original radio or navigation present in any Focus, Fiesta, Transit, Mondeo and more, made in Europe. It is also possible to unlock some radios from Australia and Africa using this free site. All radios are unlocked by serial number without exception. Always use the serial number from the radio screen or the back label, never the one from the manual or radio card, as you will get the same code. Some compatible models:
The serial number is unique for each radio. Select the model of your radio to see the exact location.
The model is specified somewhere on the radio front.
Select your 6000 CD radio model
Use the four extraction holes to remove the radio. Find the serial number on the label attached to the side of the radio.
Turn on the radio and hold buttons 1 and 6 for three seconds. Different information appears on the screen, the serial number appears last with this format: V + 6 digits. Example: V123002
For some units the serial number does not appear on the screen.
For some units the serial number does not show up on the screen, so you have to use the four extraction holes to remove the unit. Find the serial number on the label attached to the box. The serial number begins with M or V followed by 6 digits.
Turn on the radio and hold buttons 1 and 6 for three seconds. Different information appears on the screen, the serial number appears last with this format: V + 6 digits. Example: V123002
Select your 6000 CD radio model
Use the four extraction holes to remove the radio. Find the serial number on the label attached to the side of the radio.
Turn on the radio and hold buttons 1 and 6 for three seconds. Different information appears on the screen, the serial number appears last with this format: V + 6 digits. Example: V123002
Turn on the radio and hold buttons 2 and 6 for three seconds. The serial appears on screen with this format: M123002
Use the four extraction holes to remove the radio. Find the serial number on the label attached to the side of the radio. The serial number starts with C7 or BP. Examples:
Use the four extraction holes to remove the radio. Find the serial number on the label attached to the side of the radio.
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