Serial Number Location Guide for Dodge Caravan 2013
Very important thing to know is that factory radios use a unique S/N to identify each unitindividually.
The security system links the code directly to the serial.
Different from vehicle-specific data like VIN or registration information, it is not determined by the model or production year, so you'll be able to generate it even if you have a radio that you bought afterwards.
Depending on the manufacturer and radio installed in your Dodge Caravan, the access method is different.
Here are the most reliable ways to locate it.
Factory Radios on the 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan
The 2013 Grand Caravan offered three head-unit choices plus an optional rear-seat DVD module, all built on Chrysler's legacy Mopar/MyGIG platform. RES (Media Center 130) was the base AM/FM/CD radio - a non-touchscreen unit with a small monochrome display and physical hard buttons (no NAV key, no large screen), fitted to the SE and lower trims; this was the most common configuration. RBZ (Media Center 430 MyGIG) was the volume-leader option on SXT and Crew trims: a 6.5-inch Mitsubishi-built color touchscreen with hard buttons flanking the display (Radio, Media, Controls, More) but no NAV soft key on the home screen because it lacks navigation. RHB (Media Center 430N MyGIG) looks identical to the RBZ from the front - same 6.5-inch bezel and button layout - but adds Garmin-based navigation on a 28GB hard drive; the giveaway is a NAV soft key on the touchscreen home menu and a small Garmin logo on boot. An optional overhead rear-seat DVD entertainment system was available on Crew/R/T trims, recognisable by the flip-down 9-inch headliner screen.
Screen-Based Serial Lookup Method
These are the steps you need to follow for 2013 Dodge Caravan:
The 2013 Dodge Caravan is a family minivan and comes with the Uconnect 8.4" (RA3) touchscreen. The serial number can be retrieved directly from the screen using Dealer Mode.
Climate Button Method:
- Turn the ignition to ACC or ON.
- In the Caravan's center stack, the Climate Up, Climate Down, and Front Defrost buttons sit below the 8.4" screen. Hold all three at once for 5 seconds.
- Dealer Mode appears on the screen.
- Go to: System Info → Radio Part Info → Serial Number.
Alternative: Hold Temperature Up (red) and Temperature Down (blue) for 5 seconds to enter Engineering Mode, then navigate to the serial.
Manufacturer Label Inspection
If the serial number cannot be accessed through menu, use the removal method.
Most Dodge Caravan factory radios include a label with the serial number printed on the chassis.
Steps:
- Power down the vehicle.
- Detach the dashboard frame surrounding the radio.
- Unscrew the mounting bolts.
- Pull the unit outward to access the label.
The serial number is usually located near the printed code.
If Dealer Mode is inaccessible on your 2013 Caravan, the radio needs to be removed to find the serial label. The Caravan's minivan center stack makes the process manageable from the front seat:
- Remove the center bezel – The Caravan's center trim panel covers the 8.4" display and HVAC section. Using a plastic trim tool, start at the lower edges to pop off the friction clips.
- Remove the 4 mounting screws – Torx T20 or Phillips screws at the radio frame corners.
- Pull the radio forward – Slide the unit out enough to see the serial label on the top or side unit.
The serial is a 14-character code on a barcode sticker. The wiring harness can stay connected.
Caravan's Hardware Label Method
The factory radios fitted to the 2013 Grand Caravan - typically the RES single-CD head unit, the RBZ MyGIG 430 (6.5-inch touchscreen), the RHB MyGIG 430N (6.5-inch touchscreen with Garmin nav), with an optional REZ overhead/rear-seat DVD entertainment system - all carry their serial number on a printed chassis label. Because these legacy units do not expose the serial on screen, the head unit needs to come out so the sticker on the case can be read.
Safety first. Switch the ignition off, remove the key, disconnect the negative battery terminal, and wait several minutes before touching wiring. Steer clear of any yellow airbag/SRS connectors and stick to plastic trim tools so nothing shorts or pops loose.
Tools you will need. Plastic trim removal kit, Phillips screwdriver, small Torx bit set, and a flashlight; a 7 mm socket is useful if any retaining bolts need removing further into the dash.
Removal overview. The post-2011 Caravan/Grand Caravan dash was reworked specifically to make the head unit easier to service. The centre stack bezel is held in place by four friction clips - no visible screws on the bezel itself - so it can be eased forward at the lower edge and worked up the sides until all four clips release. With the bezel free, set it aside on a soft cloth (it does not need to be unplugged from any harnesses on this body). Four screws then secure the radio chassis to the dash; back them out, slide the radio forward, and disconnect the antenna lead and the multi-pin power/data harnesses on the rear.
Where the serial sits. The serial number is printed on a barcode/sticker label on the top or side of the radio chassis, alongside the part number and Mopar/supplier markings.
Tips. Photograph the label up close in good light and double-check ambiguous characters such as 0/O and 1/I before transcribing the serial.
Example: Dodge Caravan serial number label location
Common Serial Number Structures
The 2013 Dodge Caravan's Uconnect 8.4" (RA3) features these common serial formats:
T00AM– Harman VP2 Uconnect (standard format)T00BE– Continental-made variantTM9– Earlier Harman production
Radio designation: RA3 (or VP2 with optional premium audio). Serial: 14 characters.
Note The Caravan's label also lists a part number (P05064... or 68...). The serial number alone is needed for the unlock code.
Common Serial Number Structures
The factory head units offered on the 2013 Grand Caravan are legacy Mopar radios rather than the later Uconnect 8.4 platform, and the prefix on the chassis label varies by which radio was fitted and which supplier built it.
RBZ MyGIG 430 and RHB MyGIG 430N
These Mitsubishi-built MyGIG units typically print their serial as an alphanumeric string on the case sticker. Common Mopar/MyGIG prefixes seen on this generation include TM9 alongside other T-style codes, with the serial usually running as a continuous block of letters and digits with no dashes or spaces.
RES (single-CD)
The base RES head unit usually carries a Mopar-style serial on the chassis sticker; treat the printed label on the unit itself as the authoritative reference rather than relying on any guessed prefix.
REZ rear-seat DVD module
The optional REZ overhead DVD entertainment unit also wears a printed chassis label with its own serial; if codes are required for that module, copy that serial separately. As always, transcribe the serial exactly as printed and avoid guessing characters that look unclear.
Code Entry Process for 2013 Caravan
Once you have the serial number and retrieved the unlock code, the final part is entering it into your radio.
Dodge OEM units display a CODE prompt when ready for input.
The process is usually simple, but button layouts and confirmation methods may differ slightly depending on the radio version installed in your Caravan.
Correct Entering Process
Entering the unlock code on the 2013 Caravan's Uconnect 8.4":
- With ignition ON, the screen shows "ENTER CODE".
- Use the on-screen keypad to enter your 4-digit code. The Caravan's 8.4" screen is easy to reach from the front.
- The radio auto-confirms after the 4th digit — no confirm button is required.
Lockout: 3 wrong entries = 60-minute lockout. Leave ignition ON. Turning it off starts the countdown over.
Correct Entering Process
Once the unlock code has been retrieved for a 2013 Grand Caravan radio, it can be keyed in directly at the head unit - no scan tool or dealer visit is required.
Limited attempts. Mopar head units only accept a small number of incorrect tries (commonly three) before going into a long lockout/WAIT state, so verify every digit before pressing it.
Entering the code. Place the ignition in RUN/ACC so the radio powers up but the engine stays off. Wait for the display to show CODE, Enter Anti-Theft Code, or a similar prompt. On the RBZ/RHB MyGIG (6.5-inch) units, key the digits using the on-screen number pad and confirm with the on-screen OK/Enter button. On the base RES head unit, use the numbered preset buttons (1-6) in sequence to enter each digit and confirm with the appropriate tune/menu knob or enter button as prompted on the display.
If a wrong code was entered. If the screen shows WAIT or a similar timeout after the failed-attempt limit is reached, leave the radio powered with the ignition in RUN for a continuous 30 minutes before trying the correct code again.
Fast Dodge Caravan Radio Unlock Process Explained
To get the code, you'll take only 4 easy steps.
- Find the radio's serial - this is the only information required by our side.
The difference with the dealership lookup is that no VIN or paperwork is needed. - When you've found the S/N, type it into the form above.
Our system checks it against a database of supported radios and automatically retrieves the matching anti-theft code. - In most cases, the code will appear instantly on the screen after you pay and is also sent to your email for backup.
If manual verification is required (rare situations), you'll be informed before checkout. - Once you receive it, simply enter it into your radio to restore full functionality.
What Caused the Radio to Lock?
Caravan owners face radio lockouts primarily due to:
- Heavy family use battery wear — Family vehicles with constant use of chargers, DVD players, and rear fans drain batteries faster, making replacements more frequent and every replacement triggers the code.
- Extended parking — family minivans parked for extended periods may drain enough to lock the radio.
- Battery replacement — any battery swap activates the lock.
- Used purchase — minivans change hands frequently, so many buyers encounter the locked radio.
The code is permanently tied to the radio serial number and always remains valid.
Fixing Common Code Entry Problems for 2013 Caravan
Three wrong attempts on the Caravan's Uconnect trigger a 60-minute lockout showing "WAIT":
- Leave the Caravan's ignition ON — doesn't need to run but key must stay in ON.
- Wait the full 60 minutes.
- Turning the Caravan off restarts the wait from scratch.
Once clear, enter the correct code.
The RA3 label on the Caravan's radio contains multiple numbers:
- Serial number — 14 alphanumeric characters, starting with
T00AM,T00BE, orTM9. This is the one you need. - Part number — begins with
P05064or68. Ignore this.
The easiest way: Dealer Mode — System Info → Radio Part Info → Serial Number. No physical removal needed.
Code rejection on this minivan typically means the wrong serial was used. The RA3 label contains both the serial (14 characters, prefixed by T00AM, T00BE, or TM9) and the part number (P... or 68...) — submit only the serial.
Re-check the serial via Dealer Mode or the label and reach out for a free re-check if needed.
The Caravan's Uconnect 8.4" uses touchscreen-only code entry — no preset buttons are involved. Once "ENTER CODE" appears:
- Press each number on the on-screen keypad.
- The radio auto-unlocks after the last digit entered — no "OK" button is required.
If the touchscreen doesn't respond, turn the ignition off and back on, then wait for the system to restart.
When no code prompt appears after a battery event:
- Ensure the ignition is in ON (not just ACC) and give the system a moment to boot up.
- Inspect the radio fuse — a blown fuse stops the radio from powering.
- Certain models respond to a brief touch to activate the code entry screen.
If the screen stays dark, a blown fuse is worth checking first.