too many passcode attempts reset apple watch and pair again

I get this error message on my apple watch - too many passcode attempts reset apple watch and pair again. pushing the crown in does nothing. it does not allow me to enter my passcode.

Apple Watch Series 4

Posted on Jul 13, 2022 03:09 PM

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Posted on Jul 13, 2022 04:10 PM

To unpair and erase watch and remove Activation Lock

From a web browser,sign in to iCloud.com with your Apple ID.

Go to Find iPhone.

Click All Devices at the top of the screen.

Click your Apple Watch.

Click Erase [device]. Select Next until the device is erased.

Click Remove from Account.

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Jul 13, 2022 04:10 PM in response to LyleH915

To unpair and erase watch and remove Activation Lock

From a web browser,sign in to iCloud.com with your Apple ID.

Go to Find iPhone.

Click All Devices at the top of the screen.

Click your Apple Watch.

Click Erase [device]. Select Next until the device is erased.

Click Remove from Account.

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