Generate Dodge Charger 2017 Radio Code With Radio S/N

Radio showing LOCKED? Your Dodge Charger 2017 can be unlocked quickly using the radio unit's serial number. Enter it in the form and use the steps below if you need guidance.

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Serial Number Patterns:

Your radio serial may start with: T00AM, T00BE, TM9, T0MYD, A2C, TQN, TVPQN, T0071, T00AD

Serial Number Examples:

T00BE351823197 (T00BE)
TM9341100221 (TM9)
T0MYD164822563 (T0MYD)
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Fast Dodge Charger Radio Unlock Process Explained

Getting your radio code takes only a few easy steps.

  1. Locate the radio's serial - this is the only info required by our side.
    The difference with the dealership lookup is that no VIN or paperwork is needed.
  2. Enter the serial number into our generator above.
    Our system checks it against a database of supported radios and automatically finds the matching security code.
  3. In most cases, the code will appear instantly on the screen after payment and is also sent to your email for backup.
    If manual verification is required (rare situations), you'll be notified before checkout.
  4. Once you receive the code, simply enter it into the radio to restore the functionality.

Understanding the Radio Serial Number and How to Locate It on 2017 Charger

The initial step is finding the radio S/N.

Many people assume the code depends on the Dodge model or year, but actually, the whole process depends on the unique radio unit's serial number.

Each radio has its own serial tied to the security system.

This is actually better, because if you have a used radio, the VIN or other Dodge-specific data wouldn't help.

Depending on the radio version used, you can retrieve the serial directly from the screen or by looking at the label on the radio chassis.

Identify Your 2017 Charger's Factory Radio

2017 is a transition year. Early-build SE/SXT cars often still carry the older Uconnect 5.0 RA2, while SXT-and-up trims move to the new Uconnect 4C 8.4 generation (UAS / UAQ) that introduced Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Expect to see any of these four head units depending on build date and option box.

Uconnect 5.0 / RA2 - standard on SE and entry SXT. 5-inch touchscreen, no NAV button, no CarPlay. Same hardware as 2015-2016. Uconnect 4C 8.4 / UAS - the new 8.4-inch head unit without factory navigation. Visually almost identical bezel to RA3, but the home screen shows Apple CarPlay and Android Auto tiles when a phone is plugged in via USB. Sales code UAS appears on the label on top of the radio. Uconnect 4C NAV 8.4 / UAQ - the navigation-equipped version of the 4C. 8.4-inch touchscreen with a Nav tile on the home screen, plus CarPlay/Android Auto support. Standard on SRT 392 and Hellcat, optional on R/T and Daytona. Uconnect 4 / UAG (7-inch) - appears on a small subset of 2017 Pursuit/fleet cars and select late-build SXT units; 7-inch touchscreen with CarPlay/Android Auto and no nav. Rare on civilian Chargers.

Quick tell: 5" screen = RA2 (no CarPlay); 8.4" screen with CarPlay tile and no Nav = UAS; 8.4" screen with CarPlay tile and a Nav/Map tile = UAQ. Sales code is printed on the radio label - pull the bezel and look at the top of the chassis to confirm.

Check the Display First - Serial Retrieval Without Tools

The method for 2017 Dodge Charger is this:

The 2017 Dodge Charger features a driver-focused cockpit and is equipped with the Uconnect 8.4" (RA3) touchscreen mounted prominently in the center console. The serial number can be retrieved directly on screen via Dealer Mode.

Climate Button Method:

  1. Turn the ignition to ACC or ON.
  2. On the Charger's center stack, the Climate Up, Climate Down, and Front Defrost buttons are positioned just beneath the 8.4" screen. Press and hold all three simultaneously for 5 seconds.
  3. Dealer Mode appears on the display.
  4. Navigate to: System Info → Radio Part Info → Serial Number.

Alternative: Hold Temperature Up (red) and Temperature Down (blue) together for 5 seconds to enter Engineering Mode, then follow the same menu path.

Find Your Serial Number on the Radio Display

For 2017 Chargers fitted with an 8.4-inch Uconnect, the radio supports a hidden dealer/diagnostic menu that displays the unit's internal serial number. Reading it on the screen is much faster than removing the radio.

Uconnect 8.4 (RA3 / RA4 / 4C)

  1. Start the engine or place the ignition in RUN so the touchscreen is fully booted.
  2. Press and hold the driver's temperature UP, temperature DOWN, and front DEFROST buttons together for around 7 seconds.
  3. When the dealer/diagnostic menu opens, choose the radio-information entries near the top of the list - they list serial numbers, hardware/software revisions and similar identifiers.
  4. Note the full serial exactly as printed, including any letters at the start such as T00AM, TM9, or A2C.
  5. Press Done, or cycle the ignition off/on, to leave the menu.

Uconnect 5.0 (RA2)

An equivalent on-screen serial-number readout for the 5-inch RA2 in this generation is not consistently documented. If the hidden menu does not show one on the RA2, use the chassis-label method instead.

Charger's Hardware Label Method

If the serial number cannot be accessed on-screen, use the pull-out method.

Most Dodge Charger OEM radios include a tag with the serial number printed on the housing.

Step-by-Step Approach:

  1. Turn off the vehicle.
  2. Remove the trim surrounding the radio.
  3. Unscrew the mounting bolts.
  4. Move the unit outward to access the label.

The serial number is usually located near the printed code.

If Dealer Mode is unavailable on your 2017 Dodge Charger, the radio must be removed to access the serial label. The Charger's streamlined sedan center stack has a single trim panel around both the radio and HVAC controls:

  1. Remove the center stack bezel – Work a trim tool along the perimeter of the bezel – the panel uses friction clips and typically releases from the bottom corners first.
  2. Remove the 4 Torx T20 screws – Found at the corners of the radio mounting frame.
  3. Slide the radio forward – Pull the unit out just far enough to see the serial label on the side or top surface.

The serial is on a barcode sticker: a 14-character alphanumeric code. Cables can stay connected while you note it.

Releasing the Unit to Access the S/N on the Tag

When the on-screen method is not available - or the radio is locked at the CODE prompt and you cannot reach the dealer menu - the chassis label is the most reliable source for the serial number on a 2017 Charger.

Safety first

  1. Turn the ignition fully off and remove the key fob from the cabin.
  2. Disconnect the negative terminal of the 12V battery.
  3. Wait several minutes before working near the dash so airbag circuits can fully discharge.
  4. Stay clear of yellow airbag wiring while pulling trim.

Tools to have ready

  1. Plastic trim/panel pry tools to release clips without marking the dash.
  2. A driver that matches the four radio retaining screws (typically Phillips or 7 mm).
  3. A phone or camera for a clear photo of the label.

Removal overview

  1. Beginning at a lower edge, gently pry the center dash bezel that surrounds the radio and HVAC controls. On the 2017 Charger this bezel is held by retaining clips, not bolts.
  2. Walk the pry tool around the bezel until every clip releases.
  3. Pull the bezel forward and unplug any small switch/HVAC connectors on its back.
  4. Undo the four retaining screws now visible at the corners of the radio chassis.
  5. Slide the head unit out and unplug the main wiring harness and antenna lead.

Where the serial sits

  1. Find the printed label on the metal chassis - typically on the top or side face.
  2. Copy the long alphanumeric string next to the barcode, taking care with similar characters (O vs 0, I vs 1).

Tips

  1. Photograph the label before reinstalling so the serial is preserved as a reference.
  2. Reassembly is the reverse: connectors back on, four screws home, bezel snapped in, then reconnect the battery.
Dodge Charger 2017 radio serial number label location

Example: Dodge Charger serial number label location

What a Valid Serial Number Looks Like

The 2017 Dodge Charger Uconnect 8.4" radio is made by Harman or Continental. Standard serial number prefixes:

  • T00AM – Harman VP2 Uconnect 8.4" (standard format)
  • T00BE – Continental Uconnect 8.4" version
  • TM9 – Earlier Harman production units

Radio model designations for the 2017 Charger: RA3 (standard 8.4"), VP2 (8.4" with premium audio). Example serial: T00AM394958584 (14 characters).

Reminder Avoid mixing up the part number (P05064... or 68...) with the serial number. Only the serial is required for code retrieval.

Typical Serial Number Examples for 2017 Charger

The 2017 Charger could leave the factory with one of several Uconnect head units, each built by a different supplier, so serial-number formats vary by radio. The patterns below are the ones most often reported for this generation.

Continental-supplied Uconnect 8.4 (RA3 / RA4 / 4C)

  1. Frequently start with T00AM followed by a numeric string, for example a serial resembling T00AM1234567.
  2. Newer Continental 4C units have also been associated with an A2C style prefix.

Panasonic-supplied Uconnect units

  1. Often start with TM9 followed by additional digits or letters.
  2. This pattern has been widely reported on Panasonic-supplied Mopar radios from the 8.4 era.

Uconnect 5.0 (RA2) base radio

  1. Also carries a printed serial label, but the prefix can vary - copy the full string off the label rather than assuming a fixed pattern.

If the alphanumeric you read does not match any of these patterns, double-check that you have the serial line rather than the part number. The serial is usually the longest string on the label and is the one tied to the barcode.

Got the Code? Here's How to Enter It

Now that you've found 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 quick, but button layouts and confirmation methods may vary depending on the radio version installed in your Charger.

In-depth Input Instructions for Charger 2017

To input the unlock code on the 2017 Dodge Charger's Uconnect 8.4":

  1. The screen shows "ENTER CODE" or ---- when the radio is locked.
  2. Use the on-screen touchscreen keypad to enter each digit of the 4-digit code.
  3. After the 4th digit, the radio unlocks automatically – no additional step is required.

Lockout: Three incorrect attempts trigger a 60-minute lockout. Keep the ignition ON for the full lockout period. Turning off the ignition resets the timer.

In-depth Entering Instructions for Charger 2017

Once the correct anti-theft code is in hand, entry on the 2017 Charger is quick, but you have a strict attempt limit before the radio locks itself out.

Limited Attempt Warning

You only get three attempts. After three wrong codes in a row the radio enters a WAIT state and the screen reads WAIT. To clear it, the radio must remain powered with the ignition in RUN for a continuous 30 minutes. Cycling the key off does not bypass the timer.

Entering the code

  1. Turn the ignition to RUN or ACC so the radio powers up and shows the CODE / Anti-Theft prompt.
  2. On the 8.4-inch Uconnect (RA3/RA4/4C), tap each digit on the touchscreen number pad.
  3. On the 5-inch Uconnect 5.0 (RA2), enter the digits using the preset (1-6) buttons in sequence.
  4. Confirm with the OK/Enter on-screen control or the equivalent hardware button.
  5. When accepted, the radio returns to the normal home screen and audio resumes.

If it does not unlock

  1. Stop after the second wrong attempt and re-verify the serial number you used to obtain the code.
  2. Make sure no leading letters or trailing digits were dropped from the serial.
  3. If WAIT appears, leave the radio powered for the full 30 minutes before retrying.

Why Did the Radio Lock and Ask for a Code?

Charger owners encounter this most often because of:

  • Battery work during performance mods — Charger enthusiasts doing electrical work will encounter this after each disconnect.
  • Seasonal storage and battery drain — Chargers parked for months can deplete enough to trigger the anti-theft.
  • Routine battery replacement — any battery swap triggers the anti-theft.
  • Used purchase without history — buying a used Charger without the unlock code requires the code immediately.

Your Charger's unlock code is linked to the RA3 serial number and does not expire.

Fixing Common Code Entry Problems for 2017 Charger

The serial number label on Uconnect 8.4" radios lists multiple identifiers, and it is easy to pick the wrong one. Use this guide to identify the correct one:

  • Serial number — 14 alphanumeric characters, begins with T00AM, T00BE, or TM9. This is the one you submit.
  • Part number — starts with P05064... or 68.... This is not the serial.

The fastest method on 2017-era Dodge Charger units is via the on-screen Dealer Mode menu — it labels it clearly with no chance of confusion.

The usual explanation for a rejected code is entering a code tied to the incorrect serial number. On Uconnect 8.4" radios, the label shows both the serial number (14 characters, starting with T00AM, T00BE, or TM9) and a part number (begins with P or 68) — only the serial is used for code generation.

Should the code not work, re-read the serial from Dealer Mode or the label and contact support for a free re-check if anything looks off.

The Uconnect 8.4" (RA3/VP2) uses a touchscreen number pad exclusively for code entry — there are no physical preset buttons involved in this process. When you see the code entry screen:

  • Tap each digit on the on-screen keypad.
  • The radio auto-confirms once all four digits are entered — no submission button is required.

If the touchscreen seems unresponsive, restart the radio by turning the ignition off and on and wait half a minute for the display to reload.

If you've entered three wrong codes, the Uconnect 8.4" activates a 60-minute lockout and displays "WAIT" or "LOCKED" on screen. To exit the lockout:

  1. Keep the ignition ON — the key must stay in the ON position.
  2. Let the timer run for the entire hour.
  3. Switching off the ignition before the timer ends resets the timer back to 60 minutes.

Once the lockout clears, try again carefully.

Should the radio not ask for a code after a battery event, here is what to check:

  • Ensure the ignition is in the ON position and allow a few seconds to start up.
  • Check the radio fuse in the fuse box — a failed fuse can prevent the radio from requesting a code at all.
  • Some Dodge vehicles require a brief button press on the touchscreen to bring up the code entry prompt.

If the screen stays black, a blown fuse is the most likely cause — check the owner's manual for the radio fuse location.

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