Four digit security codes protect Kenwood car stereos from theft. If a thief steals a Kenwood car stereo, he/she will not be able to use the stereo until the secret four digit security code is entered.
Unfortunately, many legitimate owners are also locked out of their Kenwood car stereos due to these security codes. This typically happens to people who buy used cars from people who forget to share the security code. However, it also happens to people who simply forget their security codes after several years.
Common Kenwood Security Codes
Many Kenwood radios are configured with the same security codes:
- KCAR – This seems to be a “backdoor” to some Kenwood models.
- 3051 – This is the security code that is printed in many Kenwood model manuals.
- 1234 – This is a security code that Kenwood owners commonly choose.
Entering the Kenwood Security Code
If the car battery fails or is disconnected, the Kenwood will ask for the security code.
The procedure for entering the security code differs on various models of Kenwood car stereos. Here are three of the more common procedures:
Type 1
- During the code request mode, while pressing the DISP key, press and hold the Volume UP or DOWN key for 3 seconds until the “…” display disappears.
- Enter the security code with the Kenwood remote.
Type 2
- Press the “Auto” button and “Track up” on the face of radio at the same time until the four dash lines disappear.
- Enter the security code with the Kenwood remote.
Type 3: Model# DPX-4020 and DPX-4030
- Press and hold the 1 then the 6 preset keys until the display shows the letter C.
- Enter the security code with the Kenwood remote.
Entering Letters with a Kenwood Remote
To enter a letter with a Kenwood remote, press a button once for the first letter, twice for the second letter, and three times for the third letter. Press the Track Up or Next Track key to send the letter.
To send the letter A, press the 2 key once then press the Track Up key. To send the letter B, press the 2 key twice then press the Track up key.
Finally, when all of the letters are entered, press and hold the Track Up button for 3 seconds.
The key sequence to enter the security code KCAR is:
- 5
- 5
- Track Up
- 2
- 2
- 2
- Track Up
- 2
- Track Up
- 7
- 7
- Track Up
The Kenwood should then enter tuner mode.
A Security Code Bug in Some Kenwoods
There is a reported bug in the security code handling of some Kenwood stereos. In models with the bug, the security code is stored incorrectly. The workaround is to enter the wrong security code.
In models with this bug, decrement the third character of the security code by one. For example, if the security code is 1111, enter it as 1101. If the security code is 9999, enter 9989.
Finding the Kenwood Security Code
There are backdoor codes for each Kenwood car stereo, based on the model and serial numbers.
Find out how to reset the code or what the common backdoor codes are here (among solutions).
Sending the RadioBack to Kenwood
If all else fails, send the stereo back to Kenwood to have the security code reset.
S Traore
Hi
Please I have kenwood DMX7017 DABS locked due to change the my nissan car battery i need the securty code
REPLY
Ray Olymph
Dear all
I am looking for a security code for a Kenwood DMX718WBTL SN:153X0318
chris
please send me security code for
model DMX7017DABS
serial 142×1311
Noel
Recently bought a 2nd hand car. I put the car in for some repairs and when I picked it up the radio needed a code. I have searched through all manuals and have been unable to find the code required to unlock the unit.
The unit is a Kenwood DMX8018S
Bashar Hayatleh
I have kenwood DNX 7250 dab und i need the securty code the SN 169×0096
Ken
Kenwood tk7108 taxi radio how to reset it. What’s the password on this radio
Samitha Rodrigo
Please security Code for
062×1298
Charles Madzinga
I have recently purchased a 2007 Model Nissan Caravan Van equipped with a Kenwood Corporation Y39-5150-03.
Made in Malaysia
Model Number DPX-044
Serial Number 60900334
Currently the radio is not working.
Its showing Code Error….
1-Can you provide me with an UNLOCK Code
Can you also teach me how to enter the code
Thank you in advance for your time and consideration
Regards
Charles
Kenneth Patterson
Did you have any luck getting a code for the DPX-044 as i also am having problems.
Hakan Ayger
Please security Code for
Kenwood DDX 4025 BT
Tomasz
Proszę o przesłanie kodu do radia KENWOOD mojego brata. Zmieniłem mu akumulator i nie pamięta kodu.
Kenwood
Model: DNX5260BT
Y39-6122-71
KE1624A0101067
Bardzo dziękuję za pomoc.
hailsh
my kenwood car radio is locked pass word.
model MDVL-401
serial number 099*0167
070f-0004-6cob-0102
Ali
Send me the code of my radio Kenwood mp40490
sunny
hello sir my kenwood player model no. dpx- 5120 is blinking protect please tell how can i solve it all speakers wiring i checked and disconect
Angel Alvarez
Send code for
Kenwood kvt-512
No. 80601828
frank
hi, i have a problem with my kenwood mdv-x702 car stereo, my battery drained and now am required to insert passcode. can you assist? thank you in advance.
Rene guay
Please send me a code for my radio. I was changing the batery and after that i need to insert the code. kenwood excelon ddx7015
Ismail
PLEASE SEND ME CODE I LOOSE MY SECURITY CODE OF MY RADIO KENWOOD HDV-790
Y39-5480-01
REGARDS
Ismail.
Daniel
Please send me the code of this Steele system.
Model MDV-Z700W
Y39-6730-03
Benny
Kenwood KDC-7060R
Y22-5582-74
KE0440K0404850
Radiocode?
Danke
Ashley W.
I have a Kenwood KDC-M0235 stereo in my truck. After playing the music to loud, the screen started flashing Protected mode. Several months back I put a code on it and now cannot remember what it was. is there a way to by pass the code or something? Most videos I’ve pulled up say to use remote but I do not have the/a remote for it at all.
Amir Hassan Hj Manuli
Please send me KENWOOF kod MDV2700W..
No.158X0734
2013
Saharuddin
Bisa kirimkan security code set tape kenwood ddx3035…soalnya habis ganti batterai…. Mohon bantuanx dong
Florescu bogdanel
Plis code dnx5220bt
Heriberto estrella
please send me code Kenwood dnn992
Jovo Trubajic
Please send me a code for my radio. I was changing the batery and after that i need to insert the code.
DNX5280BT
KE1715B0200374
Saeed
Please send security code for kenwood
DDX6039UF3
KE1314U7900058
Thanks for all
Shamsul
Kenwood DDX416BT
After change car Battery .. system ask for Security Code.. thanks in advance
Damon Law
DDX7015bt, I want a code pls…
Dumas
Code please DDX7015
Mekhaeel khori
Please send my security code.
I changethe battery of my car.
Kenwood
DNX520VBT
Arman
Please code for
Kenwood KDC-BT8044U
KE1571X0900635
thanks