Get Your Radio Code
Select a series above to see the required format
Nissan serials start with NI (e.g. NI667SM0474796). The serial is printed on a white sticker on the radio chassis — you need to remove the unit from the dashboard to access it.
How to Find Your Nissan Radio Serial
Method 1 — Radio chassis sticker
Remove the radio from the dashboard. On the side or bottom of the unit you will find a sticker with the serial in the format NI667SM0474796. Enter the full serial including the leading NI.
Method 2 — Press & hold preset buttons
On some Nissan models (Micra K12, Note E11, Almera N16) you can retrieve the serial by holding presets 1 and 6 simultaneously for 5 seconds. The serial will scroll across the display.
Method 3 — Nissan dealership
Any Nissan dealer can look up the code from the VIN number, usually at no charge if you are the registered owner and can show ID and the vehicle log book.
Important: Nissan radios lock after 3 incorrect code entries. If your display shows WAIT, leave the ignition in the ACC position for 1 hour before trying again.
Compatible Nissan Models
| Model | Years covered | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Nissan Micra | 1993–2010 (K11, K12) | Most common — original fit Clarion/Blaupunkt |
| Nissan Note | 2004–2012 (E11) | NI-series serial |
| Nissan Almera | 1995–2006 (N15, N16) | NI-series serial |
| Nissan Primera | 1995–2008 (P11, P12) | NI-series serial |
| Nissan X-Trail | 2001–2013 (T30, T31) | NI-series serial |
| Nissan Qashqai | 2006–2013 (J10) | NI-series serial |
| Nissan Navara | 2005–2010 (D40) | NI-series serial |
| Nissan Patrol | 1997–2010 (Y61) | NI-series serial |
FAQ
Why does my Nissan radio show WAIT?
WAIT means the anti-theft system has triggered after too many wrong attempts. Leave the ignition in the ACC (accessory) position for 1 hour without switching off. After the hour, the radio will accept another attempt.
How do I enter the code on a Nissan Micra?
Switch on the radio. When CODE appears, use the numbered preset buttons to enter each digit. On most Nissan units you press button 1 repeatedly to cycle through digits for position 1, then button 2 for position 2, and so on. Press the AUDIO button or the last preset to confirm.
My serial doesn't start with NI — what do I do?
Some Nissan models were fitted with Clarion, Pioneer or Blaupunkt units. If your serial doesn't start with NI, check the radio brand on the front panel and use the main calculator with the correct brand selected.
Where is the serial on a Nissan Qashqai J10?
The Qashqai J10 uses a double-DIN Clarion head unit. Remove the radio (two DIN extraction keys needed) and check the top or right side of the unit for the white serial label.