2005 Dodge Dakota Keyless Entry Remote Fob Smart Key Programming Instructions


2005 Dodge Dakota Keyless Entry Remote Fob Programming Instructions

Transponder Vehicles:

Transmitter for the remote key combo is programmed during the Key Programming procedure. Click on the Key Programming for your vehicle to access programming instructions.
NON-Transponder Vehicles:

This programming procedure requires you to already have at least 1 working original remote transmitter. (All buttons must be functional). If you do not have any
remote transmitters you must get this new one programmed by a qualified locksmith or dealership.
Obtain all remote transmitters for this vehicle. Any existing keys/remote transmitters not used during programming will become inoperative so make sure to reprogram them during procedure describe below. Sit in vehicle with all doors closed and the driver's seat-belt on. Make sure no one else is in the vehicle.

1. Put key in ignition and turn ignition switch to ON position (as far as you can turn key without cranking engine).
2. Using a programmed key/remote transmitter perform the following:
3. Within 60 seconds carry out the following procedure for each remaining key/remote transmitter:
4.
Repeat step 3 now for each remaining key/remote transmitters including working remotes.
5. Switch ignition to OFF position or wait 60 seconds to exit programming mode.
6. Programming is now complete. Test all remotes to ensure proper programming.

Please Note: a maximum 6 key remote transmitters can be programmed

Please Note: if the vehicle goes into programming mode, but there is no acoustic signal from the new remote, then repeat this procedure again starting from 1st Step.

2005 Dodge Dakota Transponder Key Programming Instructions

Transponder Vehicles:
You must have two working programmed or original keys to use this procedure.

1. Insert first programmed key into the ignition and turn ignition switch to ON. Wait for approximately 3 seconds then turn ignition to OFF and remove key.
2. Within 15 seconds of removing first key insert second programmed key into ignition and turn ignition switch to ON. Wait approximately 10 seconds. You will see the immobilizer warning lamp illuminate on the dash and you will hear an audible tone.Turn ignition OFF and remove the key.
3. Within 50 seconds insert the new unprogrammed key into ignition. Turn ignition switch to ON. After approximately 10 seconds you should hear an audible tone and the immobilizer lamp will remain illuminated for 3 seconds. Once this occurs programming is completed.
4. For each additional key you must repeat these steps starting with step number 1.
NON-Transponder Vehicles:
Programming is not required, just get the key blade cut at your local locksmith/dealer and it will start the engine.

Use our Locksmith Search if you need professional help.
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