VIN → Radio Code

T1N Radio Security Code Lookup

Enter your VIN (full 17 or last 8) to retrieve the factory anti-theft PIN for your stock radio. Free, instant, no registration required.

1

Find Your VIN

Located on the windshield base (driver's side), door jamb sticker, or vehicle registration.

2

Enter VIN Below

Type the full 17-character VIN or just the last 8 characters into the lookup form.

3

Get Your Code

Your factory radio security code is displayed instantly. Enter it into your radio to unlock.

Lookup Form

Allowed characters: A-H, J-N, P, R-Z, 0-9 (omit I, O, Q).
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Database: 85622 records | Coverage: ~85%

cURL Example

curl -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
 -X POST \
 -d '{"vin":"WDYPD744065961223"}' \
 https://t1nworld.com/api/v1/info/radio-code-security-code-lookup/

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Frequently Asked Questions

You need the radio security code after a battery disconnect, replacement, or any event that causes the radio to lose power. The factory radio will display "CODE" and require the anti-theft PIN to unlock and resume normal operation.

Your VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) is a 17-character code found on a metal plate at the base of the windshield on the driver's side, on the driver's door jamb sticker, or on your vehicle registration and insurance documents.

The database covers approximately 85% of North American T1N Sprinters (2002–2006). Some VINs have incomplete legacy data. If your code is not found, try entering just the last 8 characters of your VIN. If still unsuccessful, contact a Mercedes-Benz dealer with your VIN and proof of ownership.

When the radio displays "CODE", use the preset station buttons (1–5) to enter each digit of the code. For example, if your code is 12345, press button 1 once, button 2 once, button 3 once, button 4 once, and button 5 once. Then press and hold the right-arrow or seek button to confirm. If incorrect, wait a few minutes before trying again.