How to Turn the Radio Back on After a Dead Battery on a 2004 Honda CRV

The factory-installed radio in the 2004 Honda CRV disables itself if it is disconnected from electrical power, such as when the vehicle has a dead battery. To restore operation to the radio, a five-digit code must be entered. Each CRV has a unique code that was printed on a card that came with the car when it was new. If you do not have the card, you can obtain the code number from a Honda dealer.

Things You'll Need

• Anti-theft code

Instructions

1. Turn the ignition switch to "On."

2. Press the radio power button to turn on the radio. Wait for "C0dE" to appear on the display.

3. Press the radio preset buttons to enter the five-digit code. The radio starts playing after the correct code is entered.

Tips & Warnings

• If you mistakenly enter the wrong code, do not start over. Complete the five digit sequence, then enter the correct code. You are allowed 10 attempts to enter the right code, after which you must leave the radio on for 1 hour to reset and try again.

References

• "2004 CR-V Owner's Manual;" American Honda Motor Co., Inc.; 2003