Radio Serial Number Explained - Finding It on Your Chrysler
The initial step is to find and write down the radio's S/N.
Depending on the radio unit fitted in your 2014 200, the serial can be found either through the screen menu or by checking the label on the radio itself.
Follow the steps below to identify your serial quickly.
Factory Radios on the 2014 Chrysler 200
The 2014 Chrysler 200 is the final model year of the 1st-generation JS sedan and convertible. Production of the JS 200 ended early in 2014 to make way for the all-new 2nd-gen 200 (CUSW platform, Uconnect 8.4 RA3/RA4 era). Up to that production cut-over the 2014 200 carried the same head-unit lineup it had since 2011.
Media Center 130 (RES) - Base CD/MP3
The Media Center 130 (sales code RES) remained the base single-DIN CD/MP3 head unit on lower-trim 2014 200 sedans and convertibles. It includes AM/FM, single-disc CD, AUX-in, and a four-speaker output.
RBZ 430 MyGIG (Touchscreen, No Nav)
The 430 MyGIG (sales code RBZ) is the 6.5-inch touchscreen factory option, carrying internal hard drive, USB, AUX, Bluetooth, and SiriusXM readiness. It is the Mitsubishi-built unit on the low-speed bus and was the most common touchscreen factory radio on Touring and Limited 2014 200s.
REN 730N MyGIG (Navigation)
The 730N MyGIG (sales code REN) is the rarer navigation-equipped 6.5-inch touchscreen variant - same chassis and head-unit family as the RBZ 430, with GPS added. Typically a Limited-trim option with the navigation package.
What the JS 200 Did Not Get
The Uconnect 8.4 RA3 and RA4 head units, with their on-screen dealer-mode serial display, are not fitted to the 1st-gen JS 200. They appear only on the redesigned 2015 (2nd-gen) Chrysler 200 and other CUSW-platform vehicles - so any 2014-model-year 200 wearing the JS body still uses the 130 RES, RBZ 430 MyGIG, or REN 730N family.
Find the Serial Number via the Radio Screen
The method for 2014 Chrysler 200 is this:
The 2014 Chrysler 200 mid-size sedan came with the MyGIG REP 430 as its base radio — a modest head unit fitted in 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 physical label on the radio chassis. The 200's center stack is lower and more horizontal 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.
Pulling Out the Radio to See the S/N on the Tag
If the serial number cannot be accessed via display, use the hardware method.
Most Chrysler 200 factory radios include a sticker with the serial number printed on the housing.
The process:
- Shut down the car.
- Carefully remove surrounding mounting frame.
- Remove fasteners holding the radio.
- Slide outward to inspect the label.
The 2014 Chrysler 200's radio sits in the FWD sedan center console area. The 200 has a tighter center stack area than a full-size Chrysler, but removal is straightforward.
- Turn off the ignition and all accessories.
- Remove the center trim panel around the radio using a pry tool. The 200's dash panels are held by friction clips.
- Remove the 4 Torx T20 mounting screws.
- Pull the unit out to read the serial label on the top or side of the casing.
The 200's radio is smaller than a full-size Chrysler unit. No need to fully disconnecting the harness unless necessary.
Taking Out the Radio to View the S/N on the Tag
The 2014 Chrysler 200 is the final JS-platform model year and continues with the Media Center 130 (RES), RBZ 430 MyGIG, and REN 730N MyGIG. The serial number is printed on a white chassis label on the radio itself - the dash screen does not expose it on these units, so pulling the radio is the reliable way to read it.
Safety Notice
Switch the ignition fully off and remove the key before opening the centre stack. Disconnect the negative battery terminal and wait several minutes so the SRS/airbag capacitors fully discharge. Avoid all yellow-jacketed wiring and yellow connectors behind the dash - those carry airbag signals and must not be probed. Use plastic trim tools rather than metal screwdrivers so you do not gouge the soft-touch dash trim or short anything on the chassis.
Tools You Will Need
You will need a T20 Torx bit and short-handled driver or 1/4-inch ratchet for the four radio mounting screws, a plastic dash trim removal kit or wide nylon pry wedge for the bezel clips, a small Phillips screwdriver in case any sub-trim screws are revealed, and a soft cloth or microfibre to protect the centre console while you work.
Removal Overview
Pop the upper dash trim out first by prying gently along its edge with the trim tool, then unclip the climate-control panel below the radio. 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) that hold the radio chassis to the dash cage. Pull the unit straight back, slide the red locking clips on the harness connectors aside, then disconnect the antenna lead and the multi-pin connectors at the rear before lifting the radio clear.
Where the Serial Is Printed
Inspect the top, side, and rear faces of the metal chassis until you find a white printed sticker bearing a barcode. The serial number is the longer alphanumeric line near or directly under the barcode - the part number, which usually starts with P05, is a separate field. On RBZ 430 / REN 730N units the label is typically on the upper face of the chassis; on the base 130 RES it is more often on the side or rear panel. Photograph the label up close so every character is captured before you reinstall.
Reassembly Tips
Reconnect each plug fully so it audibly clicks home and route the wiring so nothing is pinched against the dash 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 S/N Formats Used on 2014 200 Units
Expected serial patterns for the 2014 Chrysler 200 REP/RBZ radio:
TM9– Typical Harman MyGIG format on the 200T00AM– Other Harman variantT00BE– Continental-made version fitted to some 200 trims
The serial is 14 alphanumeric characters. What not to use: starts with P05064 or 68.
Serial Number Format Guide for 2014 Chrysler 200
Serial numbers on the 2014 Chrysler 200 factory radios are alphanumeric strings printed on a white chassis label alongside a barcode. They typically begin with the letter T and span roughly 12 to 14 characters in total, with small variations between production batches and supplier runs.
RBZ 430 MyGIG (Touchscreen)
RBZ 430 units are Mitsubishi-built and most often carry serials beginning with T00AM or T00BE. A typical string looks similar in shape to T00AM4123T0789. The Mopar part number printed beside the serial commonly opens with P05 and is a separate field.
REN 730N MyGIG (Navigation)
The 730N MyGIG carries a serial from the same Mopar/Mitsubishi family, typically starting with T. The label sits on the chassis next to a barcode and a part-number block - treat the longer alphanumeric line as the serial.
Media Center 130 (RES)
The 130 RES base radio carries a Mopar/Harman-style serial on its chassis sticker, typically 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, not 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. Capture every character including leading zeros to avoid a wrong-code lockout.
How to Enter the Radio Code
Now that you've found the S/N and generated the unlock code, the last step is entering it into your radio.
Chrysler OEM units display a ENTER CODE message when ready for input.
The process is usually quick, but button layouts and confirmation methods may vary depending on the radio version installed in your 200.
Step-by-Step Code Input Guide
On the 2014 Chrysler 200, entering the radio code is done on the screen:
- Turn ignition to ON. Screen shows "ENTER CODE" or "CODE".
- Tap each digit to enter your 4-digit unlock code.
- The radio unlocks automatically after the 4th digit — no confirm button needed.
3 wrong attempts trigger a 60-minute lockout. Leave power on for the full duration without switching off.
Detailed Input Instructions for Chrysler 200 2014
The 2014 Chrysler 200 ships with anti-theft active on its factory radios, so a battery disconnect, radio swap, or any extended power loss will trigger the CODE prompt on the next ignition cycle. Enter the code carefully - the unit limits how many tries you have before it goes into a timed lock-out state.
Limited Attempt Warning
The radio allows only three consecutive wrong attempts before it enters a WAIT state. Do not guess - verify each digit on the screen against your written code before submitting. Once in WAIT, the ignition must remain in RUN for around 30 to 60 continuous minutes before the radio will accept another attempt; the vehicle may be driven during this period, but unplugging the battery does not reset the lockout.
Code Entry Steps
Turn the ignition to ACC or RUN so the radio powers up and shows the CODE screen. On the base 130 RES, press preset button 1 the required number of times to set the first digit of the four-digit code, then use preset button 2 for the second digit, 3 for the third, and 4 for the fourth. On the RBZ 430 or REN 730N MyGIG touchscreen, tap each digit on the on-screen number pad in turn. Confirm the displayed digits match your code exactly before pressing and holding the OK/ENTER control (or the rightmost preset on touchscreen RBZ/REN variants) for two to five seconds to validate.
Behaviour on Incorrect Entry
If WAIT appears, leave the ignition in RUN for the full cool-down before retrying. Do not unplug the battery during the wait - it does not reset the lockout. If repeated correct entries still fail after the wait clears, stop and re-verify the serial and code with your provider rather than continuing to guess.
How Serial-Based Chrysler 200 Radio Unlock Works
- Instead of contacting Chrysler dealer or searching forums you can retrieve the code online with the radio serial number.
- Identify your radio's serial. You will always find it on the unit itself, and in some cases you can see it on the 200's display.
- Enter it into the field above, and our system will generate the correct 2014 200 unlock code.
- After getting it, type it in using 200's radio buttons to unlock the system successfully.
- The entire process takes only a few minutes and requires no VIN, documents, or technical knowledge.
Why Is the Radio Asking for a Code?
The 2014 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 during service or repairs
- Battery completely drained from long storage
The code is based on the radio serial number only — not the VIN.
Fixing Common Code Entry Problems for 2014 200
The 200's MyGIG REP/RBZ 430 uses touchscreen code entry. Press each digit on the touchscreen keypad. No physical buttons involved. Confirms automatically after the 4th digit.
3 wrong entries lock the 200's radio into a 60-minute lockout. The screen still shows the code prompt but rejects all input.
Keep ignition in ON or ACC for the full 60 minutes. Switching off the ignition restarts the timer.
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.
The 200's radio label carries both the S/N and P/N. 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. Contact support for a free re-check if needed.
If the 200 radio works normally, the anti-theft hasn't activated. The prompt only fires after a battery disconnect.
Trigger the prompt by briefly disconnecting the battery, then reconnect and turn to ON. "ENTER CODE" shows at boot.