Can't Locate Your Unit's Serial Number? Follow The Steps Below for Chrysler 200 2017
The first step is locating the radio S/N.
Many people assume the code depends on the Chrysler model or year, but in reality, the whole process depends on the unique radio's serial number.
Each radio has its own serial tied to the security system.
This is even better, because if you have an aftermarket radio, the VIN or other vehicle-specific data wouldn't be of much use.
Depending on the radio used, you may be able to see the serial directly from the display or by looking at the label on the radio chassis.
Identify Your 2017 Chrysler 200's Factory Radio
The 2017 model year was the final production year for the second-generation Chrysler 200 (assembly ended in late 2016 / early 2017 as part of the FCA car-line consolidation). The factory head-unit lineup carried over unchanged from 2015-2016, with three Uconnect units sharing a common dash bezel.
Factory head units for the 2017 Chrysler 200
The base option was the Uconnect 5.0 (RA2) - a 5-inch touchscreen without factory navigation, fitted to LX and entry trims. The mid-range option was the Uconnect 8.4 (RA3), an 8.4-inch touchscreen without factory-activated navigation, common on Limited and better-equipped 200S builds. The top option was the Uconnect 8.4N (RA4) - the same 8.4-inch hardware as the RA3 but with factory-activated GPS navigation, HD Radio and SiriusXM Travel Link, often paired with the 200C and loaded 200S.
Quick visual ID
Screen size is the giveaway: a 5-inch screen is the RA2, while 8.4-inch screens are either RA3 or RA4. If the 8.4-inch home screen shows a Nav tile with native turn-by-turn, you have an RA4. An 8.4-inch unit without a factory nav button is typically an RA3, although some have been later VIN-activated for nav.
Accessing the Serial Number Through the Radio Menu
Try the following for your 2017 Chrysler 200:
The 2017 Chrysler 200 (second generation, fully redesigned) is available with either a Uconnect 5.0" (standard trim) or Uconnect 8.4" (higher trims). If your 200 has the 8.4" screen, you can access Dealer Mode to find the serial number:
- Turn the ignition to ACC or ON.
- Press and hold the Climate Up, Climate Down, and Front Defrost buttons together for 5 seconds.
- Go to: System Info → Radio Part Info → Serial Number.
If you have the smaller 5" screen, Dealer Mode is not available. In that case, the radio must be extracted to access the serial number label.
Using Hidden Radio Menus to Find the Serial
For 2017 Chrysler 200s 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) and Uconnect 8.4N (RA4)
Start the engine or place the ignition in RUN so the touchscreen is fully booted. Press and hold the driver's temperature UP, temperature DOWN, and front DEFROST buttons together for around 7 seconds. 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.
Note the full serial exactly as printed, including any letters at the start such as T00AM or TM9. 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.
Access the S/N by Pulling Out the Unit
If the serial number cannot be accessed on-screen, use the hardware method.
Most Chrysler 200 OEM radios include a sticker with the serial number printed on the chassis.
Step-by-Step:
- Switch off the vehicle.
- Lift the trim surrounding the radio.
- Unscrew the fasteners.
- Slide the unit slightly out to access the label.
The serial number is usually located near the manufacturer sticker.
The 2017 Chrysler 200 second generation has a streamlined center stack design. To extract the radio:
- Turn off the vehicle.
- Starting from the bottom of the center stack, use a trim tool to pop the trim bezel away from the dashboard. The 2017 200 uses snap clips around the perimeter.
- Unscrew the four Phillips screws mounting the radio unit.
- Pull the radio out and find the serial number label on the radio chassis.
Note: The 2017 200 has a relatively tight center stack. Take your time to avoid scratching the surrounding trim.
Pulling Out the Radio Unit to See 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 Chrysler 200.
Safety first
Turn the ignition fully off and remove the key fob from the cabin. Disconnect the negative terminal of the 12V battery and wait several minutes before working near the dash so airbag circuits can fully discharge. Stay clear of yellow airbag wiring while pulling trim.
Tools to have ready
Plastic trim/panel pry tools to release clips without marking the dash, a driver that matches the four radio retaining screws (typically Phillips or 7 mm), and a phone or camera for a clear photo of the label.
Removal overview
Pry off the lower trim around the climate controls first; on the 2017 Chrysler 200 this trim is held by spring clips rather than visible bolts. With the lower trim free, undo the small screws revealed behind it. Walk a pry tool around the upper radio bezel until each remaining clip releases, then ease the bezel forward. Disconnect any small switch/HVAC connectors at the back of the bezel before fully removing it. Undo the four retaining screws now visible at the corners of the radio chassis. Slide the head unit out and unplug the main wiring harness and antenna lead.
Where the serial sits
Find the printed label on the metal chassis - typically on the top or side face. Copy the long alphanumeric string next to the barcode, taking care with similar characters (O vs 0, I vs 1). Photograph the label before reinstalling so the serial is preserved as a reference.
Tips
Reassembly is the reverse: connectors back on, four screws home, bezel snapped in, then reconnect the battery.
Example: Chrysler 200 serial number label location
Standard Serial Number Patterns on This Radio
The 2017 Chrysler 200 (2nd generation) is equipped with Uconnect radios from Harman. Typical serial number formats:
T00AM– Standard prefix (Harman Uconnect 8.4" units)T00BE– Continental-manufactured variants
Radio model designations for the 2017 200: RA1 (5.0" base), RA3 (8.4" Classic). The serial is 14 characters, alphanumeric.
The 2015-2017 200 shared the same Uconnect platform as contemporary Chrysler vehicles of the era, meaning serial formats are the same across the lineup.
Serial Number Format Guide for 2017 Chrysler 200
The 2017 Chrysler 200 could leave the factory with one of three 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)
These units frequently start with T00AM followed by a numeric string, for example a serial resembling T00AM1234567. The prefix is printed inline with the rest of the serial on the chassis label.
Panasonic-supplied Uconnect units
Some 2017 head units instead start with TM9 followed by additional digits or letters. This pattern has been widely reported on Panasonic-supplied Mopar radios from the 8.4 era.
Uconnect 5.0 (RA2) base radio
The base 5-inch radio also carries a printed serial label, but the prefix can vary by supplier batch - 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.
Unlock Your 2017 Chrysler 200 Radio in Minutes - How It Works
Car radios use security codes tied to the radio unit itself instead of the vehicle model or production year.
- The generator identifies your Chrysler radio via serial-based verification.
- Once the serial number is submitted, the system identifies the radio unit and retrieves the corresponding code.
- Use the code to unlock the radio immediately.
- The online process is quicker and more accessible than visiting the Chrysler dealer.
How to Enter the Radio Code
Once you receive the correct unlock code based on the serial number, you can restore default functionality by entering it into the unit.
The code entry process depends on the radio interface, but most 2017 200 systems follow a similar structure using preset buttons, touch controls, or rotary knobs - depending on if it's a factory or an aftermarket unit.
You will typically see SAFE displayed on screen.
Detailed Input Instructions for 200 2017
To enter the unlock code on your 2017 Chrysler 200:
- Turn the ignition ON. The radio presents "ENTER CODE" or ----.
- Use the touchscreen keypad to tap each digit of the 4-digit code.
- The radio unlocks automatically after the 4th digit.
The input method is identical on both the 5.0" and 8.4-inch Uconnect screens. Lockout: 3 incorrect attempts = 60-minute lockout. Keep ignition ON for the duration of the lockout period.
In-depth Entering Instructions for 200 2017
Once the correct anti-theft code is in hand, entry on the 2017 Chrysler 200 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 (the vehicle may be driven during that time). Cycling the key off does not bypass the timer.
Entering the code
Turn the ignition to RUN or ACC so the radio powers up and shows the CODE / Anti-Theft prompt. On the 8.4-inch Uconnect (RA3/RA4), tap each digit on the touchscreen number pad. On the 5-inch Uconnect 5.0 (RA2), enter the digits using the preset (1-6) buttons in sequence. Confirm with the OK/Enter on-screen control or the equivalent hardware button. When accepted, the radio returns to the normal home screen and audio resumes.
If it does not unlock
Stop after the second wrong attempt and re-verify the serial number you used to obtain the code. Make sure no leading letters or trailing digits were dropped from the serial. If WAIT appears, leave the radio powered for the full 30 minutes before retrying.
200 2017 Common Radio Problems
Both the 5.0" and 8.4" Uconnect screens in the 200 go into lockout after 3 wrong attempts, showing "ENTER CODE" but blocking all input.
Clearing the lockout: Ignition to ON or ACC, wait 60 minutes without switching off. Cutting the ignition restarts the 60-minute wait.
No "ENTER CODE" prompt means the anti-theft isn't active yet. The lock activates only after losing power.
Force the lock screen: disconnect the battery briefly, then reconnect and turn on the ignition. The prompt appears at startup.
The Chrysler 200 (2015–2017) Uconnect label has both a serial and a part number. Serial: 14 chars, starts with T00AM (most common) or T00BE. Part number: starts with P or 68 — don't use this one.
Re-examine the label closely, paying attention to O and 0 characters. Reach out for a free re-check if the code was rejected.
The radio label on the Chrysler 200 second generation shows the serial number (14 chars, e.g. T00AM3012345678) and the part number (P... or 68...). Only the 14-character serial produces the unlock code — ignore the part number.
Both Uconnect screen sizes in the 200 use touchscreen-only entry. Press each code digit on the on-screen keypad. No physical buttons are involved. The radio auto-unlocks after the 4th digit.
Why Did the Radio Lock and Ask for a Code?
The Chrysler 200's Uconnect system locks the radio any time power is interrupted. This is factory design — a disconnected or stolen radio won't work without the code.
Common causes: battery replacement (most frequent), blown radio fuse, buying the car without the code, or battery discharge from sitting unused.
The code is calculated from the radio's serial number — not the VIN. It belongs to the radio unit, not the vehicle.