Can't Find Your Radio S/N? Follow The Steps Below for Chrysler 200 2011
The first part is to locate the radio's serial number.
Depending on the radio unit fitted in your 2011 200, the serial can be found either through the display menu or by pulling the unit out and checking the label on the radio itself.
Below are the most common methods to identify your serial the right way.
Original Equipment Radios on the 2011 Chrysler 200
The 2011 Chrysler 200 launched on the carry-over JS platform that previously underpinned the Sebring and used the same Mopar head-unit family. Buyers chose between a base CD radio and one or two MyGIG-era touchscreen options depending on trim and packages.
Media Center 130 (RES) - Base CD/MP3
The Media Center 130 (sales code RES) is the base single-DIN single-disc CD/MP3 radio with AM/FM, AUX-in, and four speakers. It carries no touchscreen and no Bluetooth, and was standard on lower trims of the 2011 200.
RBZ 430 MyGIG (Touchscreen, No Nav)
The 430 MyGIG (sales code RBZ) is the 6.5-inch touchscreen radio with internal hard drive, USB, AUX, SiriusXM readiness, and Bluetooth. It is a Mitsubishi-built unit running on the low-speed bus and was the most common upgrade head unit on Touring and Limited trims.
REN 730N MyGIG (Touchscreen with Nav)
The 730N MyGIG (sales code REN) adds GPS navigation to the same 6.5-inch touchscreen format. It is far less common on the 2011 200 than the RBZ 430 but does appear on factory-equipped Limited cars with the navigation option.
What the 2011 200 Did Not Get
The 2011 Chrysler 200 was not offered with the Uconnect 8.4 RA3 or RA4 head units. Those arrived only with the all-new 2nd-generation 200 in the 2015 model year on the CUSW platform.
Display-Based Serial Number Retrieval
Try the following for your 2011 Chrysler 200:
The 2011 Chrysler 200 mid-size sedan came with the MyGIG REP 430 as its base radio — a practical head unit suited to the 200's FWD sedan platform. Like all MyGIG-era units, no Dealer Mode exists for this system.
The serial number is only accessible from the manufacturer sticker on the radio chassis. The 200's center stack is compact and angled compared to larger Chrysler sedans, so the radio sits at a slight angle once the trim is removed. The label is on the top or side of the unit.
View the Serial by Pulling Out the Radio Unit
If the serial number cannot be accessed through menu, use the hardware method.
Most Chrysler 200 original radios include a label with the serial number printed on the casing.
Basic process:
- Remove key from ignition.
- Gently detach surrounding panel pieces.
- Release clips holding the radio.
- Move slightly to inspect the label.
The 2011 Chrysler 200's radio is mounted in the FWD sedan center console area. The 200 has a tighter center stack area than a full-size Chrysler, but removal is manageable.
- Turn off the ignition and all accessories.
- Remove the dash bezel surrounding the radio using a pry tool. The 200's dash panels are secured with clips.
- Remove the 4 Torx T20 mounting screws.
- Pull the unit out to access the serial label on the top or side of the chassis.
The 200's radio is smaller than a full-size Chrysler unit. Avoid fully disconnecting the harness unless necessary.
Pulling the Radio to Read the S/N on the Tag
The 2011 Chrysler 200 inherits the JS dash, so the Media Center 130 (RES), RBZ 430 MyGIG, and REN 730N MyGIG all sit in the same single-DIN cage behind a snap-fit bezel that also frames the climate controls. None of these radios show the serial number on screen, so removing the unit and reading the printed chassis label is the dependable way to capture it.
Safety Notice
Switch the ignition fully off and remove the key before you start. Disconnect the negative battery terminal and wait several minutes so the SRS/airbag capacitors can fully discharge. Stay clear of any yellow-jacketed wiring or yellow connectors behind the dash - those carry airbag signals and must not be probed or pinched. Use plastic trim tools rather than metal screwdrivers against the bezel and dash trim to avoid scratches and electrical shorts.
Tools You Will Need
You will need a T20 Torx bit and short-handled driver for the four radio mounting screws, a plastic dash trim removal kit or wide nylon pry wedge for the spring clips on the bezel, a small Phillips screwdriver in case any sub-trim fasteners are revealed, and a soft cloth or microfibre to lay components on while you work.
Removal Overview
Pop the upper dash trim free first by prying gently along its lower edge with the trim tool, then unclip the climate-control trim panel below the radio - on the JS-platform 200, the climate panel and the radio bezel often release as separate pieces. Work the trim tool around the radio bezel and release the spring clips a section at a time until the bezel lifts away. Remove the four T20 Torx screws (two upper, two lower) holding the radio chassis to the dash cage, pull the unit straight back, slide the red locking clips on the connectors, then disconnect the antenna lead and the multi-pin harnesses at the rear before lifting the radio clear.
Where the Serial Is Printed
Look on the top, side, or rear face of the metal chassis for a white printed sticker carrying a barcode. The serial number is the longer alphanumeric line near or directly below the barcode - the part number, which usually starts with P05, is a separate field. On RBZ 430 MyGIG units the label is typically on the upper face of the chassis, while on the base 130 RES it is more often on the side or rear panel.
Reinstallation Tips
Photograph the label so the part number, model designator, and serial are all captured before you reinstall. Reconnect each plug fully so it audibly clicks home and route the wiring so nothing is pinched against the cage. Slide the radio back into its opening, start all four T20 screws by hand to avoid cross-threading, then tighten. Reseat the radio bezel and climate trim until every clip clicks audibly, reconnect the battery, and cycle the ignition to verify the radio prompts for its code.
Example: Chrysler 200 serial number label location
Common Serial Number Structures
Serial formats for the 2011 Chrysler 200 REP/RBZ radio:
TM9– Typical Harman MyGIG format on the 200T00AM– Alternate Harman versionT00BE– Continental-made radio fitted to some 200 trims
The serial is 14 alphanumeric characters. The part number: starts with P05064 or 68.
Typical Serial Number Formats for 2011 Chrysler 200 Radios
Serial numbers on the 2011 Chrysler 200 factory radios are alphanumeric strings printed on a white chassis label alongside a barcode. They typically begin with the letter T and run roughly 12 to 14 characters in total, although small variations exist between production batches and supplier runs.
RBZ 430 MyGIG (Touchscreen)
RBZ 430 units are Mitsubishi-built and most often carry serials that begin with T00AM or T00BE. The remainder of the string is usually a mix of letters and digits, similar in shape to T00AM1234567890. The Mopar part number on the same label commonly opens with P05 and is a separate field from the serial.
REN 730N MyGIG (Navigation)
The 730N MyGIG carries a serial in the same Mopar/Mitsubishi family as the RBZ - typically beginning with T on the chassis label. Treat the longer alphanumeric line as the serial and ignore the part-number block beside it.
Media Center 130 (RES)
The base 130 RES radio carries a Mopar/Harman-style serial on its chassis sticker, normally beginning with T and printed beside or below the barcode. The label also lists a model designator and a Mopar part number for cross-reference.
Reading the Label Correctly
Anything starting with P is a part number rather than the serial - the serial almost always begins with T on these Mopar/Mitsubishi/Harman-built radios. Watch out for the digit 0 versus the letter O, which can look similar in this print but produce different unlock codes. Copy every character exactly as printed, including any leading zeros, because a single wrong character will produce a wrong code.
Inputting the Security Code
Now that you've generated 2011 Chrysler 200 unlock code from the serial number, you're ready to reactivate the radio.
Some drivers get stuck at this stage because input methods can look different across radio versions, but it's usually simple.
When the radio shows ENTER CODE, it means the unit is waiting for the correct numbers.
Entering Process
On the 2011 Chrysler 200, entering the radio code is done on the screen:
- Turn ignition to ON. Screen shows "ENTER CODE" or "CODE".
- Use the touchscreen keypad to enter your 4-digit unlock code.
- The radio auto-confirms after the 4th digit — no OK button needed.
3 wrong attempts cause a 60-minute lockout. Leave power on for the full duration without switching off.
Correct Entering Process for 2011 Chrysler 200
Once you have the unlock code for your 2011 Chrysler 200 radio, the entry happens through the radio's preset buttons on the base 130 RES, or the on-screen number pad on the RBZ 430 / REN 730N MyGIG. Treat each attempt with care - the unit limits how many tries you have before it enters a timed lock-out state.
Limited Attempt Warning
Mopar factory radios from this era allow only three consecutive wrong tries before the unit enters a WAIT state. Do not guess - verify each digit on the screen against your code sheet before submitting anything. Once the radio is in WAIT, the ignition must remain in RUN for around 30 to 60 continuous minutes before another attempt will be accepted; the vehicle may be driven during that period.
Step-by-Step Code Input
Turn the ignition to ACC or RUN so the radio powers up but the engine stays off, and wait for the screen to show CODE or Please Enter Anti-Theft Code. On the base 130 RES, press preset button 1 the required number of times for the first digit, then preset 2 for the second digit, 3 for the third, and 4 for the fourth digit of the four-digit code. On the RBZ 430 or REN 730N MyGIG touchscreen, tap the on-screen number pad to enter each digit in turn. Confirm the displayed digits match your code exactly before pressing the OK/ENTER control (or the rightmost preset on touchscreen RBZ/REN variants) for two to five seconds to submit.
If the Code Is Rejected
If the radio enters WAIT, leave the ignition in RUN for the documented cool-down period before retrying - do not unplug the battery during the wait, since that does not reset the lockout. Re-check each digit on your code sheet and re-enter exactly as written once the wait clears. If repeated correct entries still fail, stop and re-verify both the serial and the code with your provider rather than continuing to guess.
How to Get Your 2011 Chrysler 200 Radio Code
Vehicle radios use anti-theft codes dependent on the radio unit itself rather than the vehicle model or production year.
- The system uses the 200's radio serial to retrieve the unlock code.
- Once the serial number is submitted, the system identifies the radio unit and generates the code that you need.
- You can then enter the code directly into your Chrysler radio.
- The online process is quicker and more accessible than visiting the Chrysler dealer.
Troubleshooting Common Radio Problems - 200 2011
The 200's MyGIG REP/RBZ 430 uses touchscreen code entry. Press each digit on the on-screen number pad. No preset buttons involved. Auto-unlocks after the 4th digit.
3 wrong entries put the 200's radio into a 60-minute lockout. The screen still shows the code prompt but won't accept input.
Keep ignition in ON or ACC for the full 60 minutes. Switching off the ignition restarts the timer.
The 200's radio label carries both the serial number and part number. Use only the 14-character serial beginning with TM9, T00AM, or T00BE. Skip anything starting with P05064 or 68.
Double-check the label, especially 0 vs O. Reach out for a free re-check if needed.
The label on the chassis: serial number = 14 chars starting with TM9, T00AM, or T00BE. Part number (do not use) = starts with P05064 or 68.
If the 200 radio works normally, the anti-theft hasn't activated. The prompt only fires after a battery disconnect.
Force the lock by briefly disconnecting the battery, then reconnect and turn to ON. The code screen appears at boot.
Why Did the Radio Lock and Ask for a Code?
The 2011 Chrysler 200 radio locks itself whenever the battery is disconnected. The anti-theft is intentional — a disconnected 200 radio won't work to a thief without the code.
Usual cause: battery replacement or terminal disconnect. Other causes:
- Blown fuse after electrical work
- Buying the 200 used without a known code
- Battery disconnect for service or repairs
- Battery completely drained from sitting
The code comes from the radio serial number only — not the VIN.