Motorola: Secret Codes and Tricks for All Vintage Models — Complete Guide 2026
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This is the definitive guide to Motorola secret codes for vintage phones. Motorola phones have a completely different code system from Nokia and Ericsson — they use the Pause key (represented as p or by a long press of *) in little-known sequences that give access to advanced engineering menus. This guide includes verified codes for StarTAC, MicroTAC, RAZR V3, V60i, V3688, V series, Timeport and many more.
How the Motorola Code System Works — Read First
Vintage Motorola phones use a different system from all other brands. Many codes require the Pause character (indicated in this guide as [p]), which is inserted by holding the * key for about 3 seconds until a p appears on the display.
Universal Motorola vintage master code:
19980722— this date (22 July 1998) is the engineering/factory master code found on many Motorola models from the 90s and 2000s. It enables phone unlocking and access to advanced functions on StarTAC, MicroTAC and the first V series.
Common Codes for Most Vintage Motorola GSM Phones
| Code | Function |
|---|---|
*#06# |
Display IMEI code |
*#300# + OK |
Software and hardware version |
*#301# + OK |
Full keypad test |
*#302# + OK |
Acoustic test (microphone and speaker) |
*#303# + OK |
Set English as default language |
*#304# + OK |
Disable engineering mode |
*#304*19980722# |
Enable engineering mode (rare code) |
*#307# + OK |
Engineering test mode |
*#311# + OK |
Reset phone code to default |
*#402# + OK |
Adjust display intensity/contrast |
*#403# + OK |
Production information (date, batch, plant) |
19980722 + OK |
Master code phone and SIM lock unlock |
*#0000# + OK |
Save settings and restore default language |
*3370# |
Enable Enhanced Full Rate (better audio) |
#3370# |
Disable Enhanced Full Rate |
Motorola StarTAC (70, 85, 130) — Secret Codes and Tricks
The Motorola StarTAC (1996) was the first flip phone in history and the most desired phone of the 90s.
IMEI: *#06#
Software and hardware version: *#300# + OK
Production information: *#403# + OK One of the rarest and least documented codes. Shows manufacturing date, batch number and production plant.
Full keypad test: *#301# + OK
Acoustic test: *#302# + OK
Enable engineering mode: *#304*19980722#
Engineering field options menu: [p][p][p]113[p]1[p] + OK Opens the main "Eng Field Options" menu — shows advanced network parameters in real time: Cell ID, LAC, MCC, MNC, signal strength in dBm.
EFR via pause sequence: [p][p][p]119[p]1[p] + OK → enable EFR [p][p][p]119[p]0[p] + OK → disable EFR Note: unlike Nokia, on the StarTAC EFR is enabled with this pause sequence, NOT with *3370#.
Add phonebook to main menu: [p][p][p]105[p]1[p] + OK
Copy SIM memory: [p][p][p]108[p]1[p] + OK
Master unlock code: 19980722 + OK
Display contrast adjustment: *#402# + OK
Reset to default: *#311# + OK Warning: resets the phone code to factory value — without warning.
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Motorola MicroTAC — Secret Codes and Tricks
The Motorola MicroTAC (1989-1996) was the StarTAC's predecessor — the first "semi-flip" in history.
IMEI: *#06# | Software: *#300# + OK | Production: *#403# + OK
Master code: 19980722 + OK | Engineering mode: *#307# + OK
Important MicroTAC note: The oldest models (9800, 7500 series) use NiCd batteries. Check with
*#300#the hardware version — the latest versions with BPI-4 also support compatible Li-Ion batteries.
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Motorola V3688 and V Series — Secret Codes and Tricks
The Motorola V series (1998-2001) — also known as "Wings" — was the direct successor to the StarTAC.
IMEI: *#06# | Software: *#300# + OK | Production: *#403# + OK
Engineering mode: *#304*19980722#
Real-time network parameters: [p][p][p]113[p]1[p] + OK Shows: TX and RX power, channel quality, RF frequency, Cell ID, LAC, MCC, MNC.
EFR: [p][p][p]119[p]1[p] + OK (enable) / [p][p][p]119[p]0[p] + OK (disable)
Master code: 19980722 + OK
Alternative SIM unlock V50/V51: [p][p][p]000000[p] + OK
👉 View Motorola V series available at Infosate
Motorola V60 and V60i — Secret Codes and Tricks
The Motorola V60 (2001) and V60i are among the most elegant Motorola phones ever — aluminium casing, twist mechanism.
IMEI: *#06# | Software: *#300# + OK | Production: *#403# + OK
Engineering mode: *#304*19980722#
Real-time network parameters: [p][p][p]113[p]1[p] + OK
ADC Call Value: *#400# + OK Very rare code — shows internal ADC values, useful for diagnosing microphone or audio circuit issues.
EFR: *3370# (enable) / #3370# (disable)
Master code: 19980722 + OK
👉 View Motorola V60 available at Infosate
Motorola RAZR V3 — Secret Codes and Tricks
The Motorola RAZR V3 (2004) was the best-selling flip phone in history — 130 million units.
IMEI: *#06# | Software: *#300# + OK | Production: *#403# + OK
Engineering mode OFF: *#304# + OK | Engineering mode ON: *#304*19980722#
Keypad test: *#301# + OK | Acoustic test: *#302# + OK
EFR:
- Method 1:
*3370#→ press Call - Method 2:
[p][p][p]119[p]1[p]+ OK
Master unlock code: 19980722 + OK
Call Forwarding:
| Code | Function |
|---|---|
##002# |
Cancel all call forwarding |
##004# |
Cancel all conditional forwarding |
*#21# |
Check unconditional forwarding status |
*#61# |
Check "no answer" forwarding status |
*#62# |
Check "not reachable" forwarding status |
*#67# |
Check "busy" forwarding status |
Call Barring:
| Code | Function |
|---|---|
*33*(password)# |
Bar all outgoing calls |
#33*(password)# |
Unbar outgoing calls |
*353*(password)# |
Bar all incoming calls |
#353*(password)# |
Unbar incoming calls |
(Default password: 0000)
PIN Management:
- Change PIN:
**04*[old]*[new]*[new]# - Use PUK:
**05*[PUK]*[new PIN]*[new PIN]#
Net Monitor during calls: [p][p][p]113[p]1[p] + OK
👉 View Motorola RAZR V3 available at Infosate
Motorola V220, V300, V500 — Secret Codes
IMEI: *#06# | Software: *#300# + OK | Production: *#403# + OK
Engineering mode: *#304*19980722# | EFR: *3370# / #3370#
GPRS parameters: [p][p][p]113[p]1[p] + OK
👉 View Motorola V series available at Infosate
Motorola Timeport and Talkabout
Rebranded versions of the StarTAC 130 — all StarTAC codes work here too.
IMEI: *#06# | Software: *#300# + OK | Production: *#403# + OK
Engineering mode: *#304*19980722# | Eng Field Options: [p][p][p]113[p]1[p] + OK
EFR: [p][p][p]119[p]1[p] + OK | Master code: 19980722 + OK
👉 View Motorola Timeport available at Infosate
Universal GSM Codes — Valid for All Motorola GSM Phones
PIN and PUK management:
- Change PIN:
**04*[old]*[new]*[new]# - Change PIN2:
**042*[old]*[new]*[new]# - Unlock with PUK:
**05*[PUK]*[new PIN]*[new PIN]#
Private number (anti-ANI):
#30#[number]→ hide your number for this call*30#[number]→ show your number for this call*#30#→ check current setting
Frequently Asked Questions
Does 19980722 work on all Motorola phones? On most Motorola GSM phones from the 90s and early 2000s (StarTAC, MicroTAC, V3688, V60, Timeport). On newer models (RAZR V3) it works partially.
How do you enter the "pause" key on Motorola? Hold the * key for about 3 seconds from the main screen. A small p appears on the display.
What exactly does *#403# show? The phone's production information: manufacturing date, batch number, plant code. It's the Motorola equivalent of Nokia's "Warranty Codes".
How much does the original RAZR V3 weigh? Exactly 95 grams with battery. If a specimen weighs significantly less, the original casing may have been replaced.
Original Vintage Motorola at Infosate
At Infosate you'll find one of the largest collections of original vintage Motorola in Europe — StarTAC, MicroTAC, RAZR V3, V60i, V3688 and many more iconic models.