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There are two methods of serial number retrieval for "electronic retrieval" radios. Which you use depends on whether or not you have the Navigation system.

Method 1: for all electronic retrieval models except ’03–07 Accords with the navigation system
[ol][*]Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).[*]Turn on the audio unit, and make sure you see COdE in the display. If you don’t see this message, pull the backup fuse for 1 minute, and then go back to step 1.[*]Turn off the audio unit.[*]Press and hold the 1 and 6 preset buttons, then turn on the audio unit. The display toggles between two screens. The first screen displays a U and the first four digits of the serial number (for example, U2200). The second screen displays an L and the last four digits of the serial number (for example, L0055). Ignore the U and L, and write down all eight digits. Then go to step 5.[*]Go to your dealer with your car, its ownership and the radio's serial number. They will give you the anti-theft code.
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Method 2: for ’03–07 Accords with the navigation system
[ol][*]Turn the ignition switch to ACC (I).[*]Turn on the audio unit, and make sure you see COdE in the upper display. If you don’t see this message, pull the backup fuse for 1 minute, and then go back to step 1.[*]Turn off the audio unit.[*]Press and hold the top halves of the SEEK/SKIP and CH/DISC bars, and then press and release the PWR/VOL knob. This display toggles between two screens. The first screen displays a U and the first four digits of the serial number (for example, U2200). The second screen displays an L and the last four digits of the serial number (for example, L0055). Ignore the U and L, and write down all eight digits. Then go to step 5.[*]Go to your dealer with your car, its ownership and the radio's serial number. They will give you the anti-theft code.[/ol]