Locked Charger Radio? Here's Exactly How to Get the Code
Getting your radio code takes only 4 simple steps.
- Find your radio's serial - this is the only information required to generate the correct unlock code.
Unlike dealership lookup, no VIN or paperwork is needed. - Enter the serial number into our generator above.
The system checks it against a database of supported units and automatically finds 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 we need to check it manually, you'll be informed before checkout. - Once you receive it, just enter it into the radio to restore full functionality.
Final Step - Enter the Radio Code
Now that you've generated 2019 Dodge Charger radio 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 quick.
When the radio shows CODE, it means the unit is waiting for the correct numbers.
Detailed Input Instructions for Charger 2019
Entering the unlock code on the 2019 Charger's Uconnect 4C:
- With ignition ON, the screen shows "ENTER CODE" with an on-screen keypad.
- Enter each digit of your 4-digit code on the Charger's 8.4" touchscreen.
- The radio confirms automatically after the 4th digit — no separate confirm.
Lockout Warning: 3 wrong attempts = 60-minute lockout. Leave the Charger's ignition ON. Turning it off resets the timer.
Locate the Serial Number Needed to Generate Dodge Charger 2019 Radio Code
The initial step is finding the radio serial number.
Many people assume the code depends on the Dodge model or year, but actually, the unlock process depends on the unique radio's serial number.
The serial is the key used to calculate the correct unlock code.
This is even better, because if you have an aftermarket radio, the VIN or other vehicle-specific data wouldn't help.
Based on the radio version used, you may be able to retrieve the serial directly from the display or by checking the label on the radio chassis.
Fast Serial Lookup Using Radio Controls
The method for 2019 Dodge Charger is this:
The 2019 Dodge Charger's last-run Uconnect 4C (RA4) 8.4" touchscreen is mounted in the performance sedan's center stack. The serial number is accessible directly on screen via Dealer Mode:
- Turn ignition to ACC or ON.
- Press the bottom-left and bottom-right corners of the physical screen bezel (the plastic frame, not the glass) at the same time for 5 seconds.
- Dealer Mode opens on the display.
- Navigate to: System Info → Radio Part Info → Serial Number.
Note Some 2019 Charger units may have Dealer Mode restricted after a software update. If the bezel press doesn't respond, physical radio removal is required.
Serial Number on the Unit
If the serial does not appear on display, the next step is checking the radio itself.
Many Dodge radios require physical access to the serial sticker attached to the unit.
Typical approach:
- Start by completely shutting off the engine - pull the key out.
- Then detach the dashboard bezel.
- Next, release the mounting points and pull the radio forward.
- Look for a barcode label showing the serial number.
If Dealer Mode is unavailable on your 2019 Charger, the RA4 radio must be removed to access the serial label. The Charger's cockpit-style center stack makes the procedure manageable:
- Remove the center stack bezel – The Charger's bezel covers the 8.4" display. Insert a plastic trim tool around the edges to release the friction-clipped panel.
- Remove the 4 Torx T20 screws – Holding the radio frame to the dash structure.
- Pull the unit forward – Slide the radio out enough to read the serial label on the side surface.
The 14-character serial is on a barcode sticker. Cables don't need to be unplugged.
Example: Dodge Charger serial number label location
Typical Radio Serial Prefixes and Formats
Year Dodge Charger Uconnect 4C (RA4) serial number formats:
T00AM– Standard Harman prefix for Uconnect 4C unitsT00BE– Continental-sourced variant
Radio designation: RA4 (Uconnect 4C, 8.4"). Serial: 14 characters (e.g., T00AM5028A1842). The final-generation Charger ran this platform through its last model year in 2024.
Note: The serial number is not the same as the part number (begins with P or 68). The serial alone generates the unlock code.
What Caused the Radio to Lock?
Final-generation Charger owners face this most often because of:
- Battery replacement — routine battery service triggers the lock on any Uconnect-equipped vehicle including the Charger.
- Seasonal storage and battery drain — Chargers used as weekend or summer cars deplete the charge and lock the radio.
- Performance electrical work — owners working on the electrical system will trigger the lock.
- Used purchase — second-hand purchase without the prior code means the radio is locked on arrival.
The unlock code is tied to the serial number and does not change.
Understanding Unlock Issues with Your Charger
Code failure on the Charger's RA4 typically points to the serial was misread. The label shows both the serial (14-char code beginning with T00AM or T00BE) and the part number (P... or 68...) — the serial alone generates a code.
Re-verify via Dealer Mode and reach out for a free re-check if needed.
The Charger's Uconnect 4C uses touchscreen-only input for code entry — no physical preset buttons are used. When the locked screen appears:
- Press each number on the virtual keypad.
- The Charger's Uconnect unlocks after the final digit — no confirm button needed.
Should the screen not respond, cycle the ignition and wait 30 seconds.
When no code prompt appears after a battery event:
- Confirm the ignition is fully ON (not ACC) and allow 15–20 seconds to initialize.
- Check the radio fuse — fuse failure stops the radio.
- On some 2019 Charger units, a OTA update may suppress the code prompt — tap the screen once to trigger it.
Should nothing appear, a blown fuse is worth checking first.
The RA4 label in the 2019 Charger contains multiple numbers:
- Serial number — 14 characters, starting with
T00AMorT00BE. Submit this. - Part number — starts with
P05or68. Do not use this.
Dealer Mode via bezel corner press is the cleanest way: System Info → Radio Part Info → Serial Number. No removal required.
Three wrong entries on the Charger's Uconnect 4C cause a 60-minute lockout, displaying "WAIT":
- Keep the Charger's ignition in the ON position — engine off is fine but key cannot be cycled.
- Allow the entire 60 minutes.
- Turning the Charger off restarts the wait.
Once clear, re-enter with the correct code.