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Ignition Keys To Skim

  1. Turn the ignition switch on (transmission in Park/Neutral).
  2. Use the DRBIII® and select THEFT ALARM, SKIM then MISCELLANEOUS.
  3. Select PROGRAM IGNITION KEYS.
  4. NOTE: A maximum of 8 keys can be learned to each SKIM. Once a key is learned to a SKIM it (the key) cannot be transferred to another vehicle.
  5. Enter secured access mode by entering the vehicle 4-digit PIN.

    If ignition key programming is unsuccessful, the DRBIII® will display one of the following messages:

    1. Programming Not Attempted

      The DRBIII® attempts to read the programmed key status and there are no keys programmed into SKIM memory.
    2. Programming Key Failed (Possible Used Key From Wrong Vehicle)

      SKIM is unable to program key due to either; faulty ignition key transponder, ignition key is programmed to another vehicle.
    3. 8 Keys Already Learned, Programming Not Done

      SKIM transponder ID memory is full.

  6. Obtain ignition keys to be programmed from customer (8 keys maximum).
  7. Using the DRBIII®, erase all ignition keys by selecting MISCELLANEOUS and ERASE ALL CURRENT IGN. KEYS.
  8. Program all ignition keys.

    1. Learned Key In Ignition

      Ignition key transponder ID is currently programmed in SKIM memory.