Blue&Me was developed jointly by Fiat and Microsoft and launched in 2005. The system is integrated into the head unit of the vehicle and provides: FM/AM/CD/MP3 radio functionality Bluetooth phone pairing and voice-dialling USB port for music playback Steering-wheel or voice control The radio module within Blue&Me is manufactured by Continental/Blaupunkt or Pioneer/Blaupunkt and shares the same theft-protection code system as other Fiat OEM radios.

Fiat Blue&Me Radio Code

Q: Which Fiat Models Have Blue&Me?

Fiat 500 (Nuova, 2007–2015; facelift, 2015–2019) Fiat Panda II (169) — 2003–2012, later facelift Fiat Panda III (319) — 2012–2021 (select trims) Fiat Punto Grande (199) — 2005–2009 Fiat Punto Evo — 2009–2011 Fiat Punto (199 facelift) — 2011–2018 Fiat Bravo II (198) — 2007–2014 Fiat Doblo I (223) — fitted to later production years Lancia Ypsilon III (846) — 2011–2021, Delta III (844) For a full list of supported Fiat and Lancia models, visit radiocodelookup.com/brands.

Q: How to Find the Serial Number

On-screen display shortcut: With the ignition on and Blue&Me powered, press preset buttons 1 and 4 simultaneously and hold for two seconds. On many units the serial scrolls across the display. Physical removal: Use a plastic pry tool or double-DIN extraction to remove the unit from the fascia. The serial sticker is on the top or side of the unit casing. Fiat 500 units in particular are straightforward to remove — the central fascia pops off without tools on most trims.

Q: How to Enter the Code

Switch the ignition to position II. The display shows SAFE or a four-digit blank prompt. Use preset buttons 1–4 to set each digit (each press increments the digit). Press and hold the final preset button (or the MENU button on some models) to confirm. The Blue&Me splash screen should appear, followed by normal operation. On units with steering-wheel controls, the code can sometimes be entered using the steering-wheel scroll button to cycle through digits and the phone button to confirm.

The Fiat Blue&Me system combines a traditional car radio with Bluetooth hands-free calling, USB media playback, and a basic voice-control interface. After a battery change or prolonged power loss, the Blue&Me head unit may display SAFE or prompt for a code before allowing the radio to operate. This guide explains how Blue&Me is structured, where the serial number is, and how to unlock it.

What Is Blue&Me?

Blue&Me was developed jointly by Fiat and Microsoft and launched in 2005. The system is integrated into the head unit of the vehicle and provides:

FM/AM/CD/MP3 radio functionality
Bluetooth phone pairing and voice-dialling
USB port for music playback
Steering-wheel or voice control

The radio module within Blue&Me is manufactured by Continental/Blaupunkt or Pioneer/Blaupunkt and shares the same theft-protection code system as other Fiat OEM radios.

Which Fiat Models Have Blue&Me?

Fiat 500 (Nuova, 2007–2015; facelift, 2015–2019)
Fiat Panda II (169) — 2003–2012, later facelift
Fiat Panda III (319) — 2012–2021 (select trims)
Fiat Punto Grande (199) — 2005–2009
Fiat Punto Evo — 2009–2011
Fiat Punto (199 facelift) — 2011–2018
Fiat Bravo II (198) — 2007–2014
Fiat Doblo I (223) — fitted to later production years
Lancia Ypsilon III (846) — 2011–2021, Delta III (844)

For a full list of supported Fiat and Lancia models, visit radiocodelookup.com/brands.

Blue&Me Serial Number Format

The Fiat serial number for Blue&Me units follows the standard Fiat OEM format:

A numeric or alphanumeric string printed on a white sticker on the unit casing
Some units carry a BP prefix (Blaupunkt-origin hardware)
The serial is distinct from the part number (which includes letters and dashes in a longer format)

How to Find the Serial Number

On-screen display shortcut: With the ignition on and Blue&Me powered, press preset buttons 1 and 4 simultaneously and hold for two seconds. On many units the serial scrolls across the display.
Physical removal: Use a plastic pry tool or double-DIN extraction to remove the unit from the fascia. The serial sticker is on the top or side of the unit casing. Fiat 500 units in particular are straightforward to remove — the central fascia pops off without tools on most trims.

How to Enter the Code

Switch the ignition to position II.
The display shows SAFE or a four-digit blank prompt.
Use preset buttons 1–4 to set each digit (each press increments the digit).
Press and hold the final preset button (or the MENU button on some models) to confirm.
The Blue&Me splash screen should appear, followed by normal operation.

On units with steering-wheel controls, the code can sometimes be entered using the steering-wheel scroll button to cycle through digits and the phone button to confirm.

Vehicle	Generation	Years	OEM Supplier
Fiat 500	Nuova	2007–2015	Continental / Blaupunkt
Fiat 500	Facelift	2015–2019	Pioneer / Blaupunkt
Fiat Panda	II (169)	2003–2012	Continental / Blaupunkt
Fiat Punto	Grande (199)	2005–2009	Continental / Blaupunkt
Fiat Bravo	II (198)	2007–2014	Continental / Blaupunkt

Troubleshooting

Blue&Me boots but radio still shows SAFE: Blue&Me may initialise the Bluetooth module before the radio module. Wait for the full startup sequence to complete before entering the code.
Temporary lockout: Most Fiat units apply a time-based lockout after three wrong attempts. Switch the ignition off for 30–60 minutes before retrying with the correct code.
No SAFE message — but radio does not work: Some Blue&Me units lock without displaying SAFE. Try powering the unit on with the ignition at position II and waiting 10 seconds for the code prompt to appear.
Steering-wheel controls do not respond: On initial code entry, steering-wheel controls may be inactive until the radio is unlocked. Use the head unit's own preset buttons.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does every Fiat Blue&Me need a code after a battery change?

Yes, if the vehicle was built with the theft-protection code feature active. Most Blue&Me equipped Fiats from 2007 onwards do require a code after any power interruption. A small number of dealer-deactivated units may not prompt for one.

The Blue&Me Bluetooth pairs but the radio stays on SAFE — is that normal?

Yes, this can occur because the Bluetooth and phone modules initialise independently of the radio module. Enter the radio code as described above; once unlocked, both the radio and the Bluetooth functions will operate together normally.

Can I find the Fiat serial number without removing the head unit?

Many Blue&Me units support the presets 1+4 hold shortcut to display the serial on-screen. Try this first. If it does not work on your specific unit, the plastic fascia surrounding the head unit on the Fiat 500 and Panda is straightforward to remove without tools, making physical access easy.

Is the Blue&Me code the same as the code printed in the owner's manual or service booklet?

Some earlier Fiat models included a code card with the service booklet. If you have that card, try the code printed on it first. If the unit was replaced at any point, the new unit will have a different serial-based code — retrieve it from the serial number of the fitted unit.

Does this process work for Lancia models with Blue&Me?

Yes. Lancia Ypsilon III and Delta III use the same Blue&Me platform and Continental/Blaupunkt hardware as the corresponding Fiat models. The serial format and code entry method are identical. Visit radiocodelookup.com/brands and select Lancia.