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How to get the unlock code for the VW Passat radio

Model: Volkswagen Passat B7 - Years: 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014
Part: Car stereo

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Today we will explain how to quickly and for free obtain the unlock code for the radio of a Volkswagen Passat. The radio unlock code is necessary for the radio to function after replacing the vehicle's battery.

Usually, the code can be found inside the car's user manual under the "Radio Functions" section, but if the manual is no longer in our possession, we need to obtain the radio's serial code. The serial code can be found on the back of the radio.

Once we have the serial code, we can access the "Volkswagen Radio Unlock Service" website to calculate the unlock code.


Posted on 30 January 2025 by ScegliAuto


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