Programming The Ignition Keys To The Sentry Key Immobilizer Module
- Turn the ignition on (transmission in park/neutral).
- Use the DRBIII® and select THEFT ALARM, SKIM, then MISCELLANEOUS.
- Select PROGRAM IGNITION KEYS.
- Enter secured access mode by entering the vehicle four-digit PIN.NOTE: A maximum of eight keys can be learned to each SKIM AT ONE TIME. Once a key is learned to a SKIM it (the key) cannot be transferred to another vehicle.
If ignition key programming is unsuccessful, the DRBIII® will display one of the following messages:
Programming Not Attempted - The DRBIII® attempts to read the programmed key status and there are no keys programmed in the SKIM memory.
Programming Key Failed - (Possible Used Key From Wrong Vehicle) - SKIM is unable to program key due to one of the following:
- faulty ignition key transponder
- ignition key is programmed to another vehicle.
8 Keys Already Learned, Programming Not Done - SKIM transponder ID memory is full.
- Obtain ignition keys to be programmed from customer (8 keys maximum)
- Using the DRBIII®, erase all ignition keys by selecting MISCELLANEOUS and ERASE ALL CURRENT IGN. KEYS
- Program all ignition keys.
Learned Key In Ignition - Ignition key transponder ID is currently programmed in SKIM memory.