Programming Ignition Keys To The Skim
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan, 2006 Dodge Caravan, and 2006 Chrysler Town & Country. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Turn the ignition switch on (transmission in park/neutral).
- Use the DRB III® and select THEFT ALARM, SKIM then MISCELLANEOUS.
- Select PROGRAM IGNITION KEY'S.
- Enter secured access mode by entering the vehicle four-digit PIN.NOTE: A maximum of eight keys can be learned to each SKIM. Once a key is learned to a SKIM it (the key) cannot be transferred to another vehicle.
If ignition key programming is unsuccessful, the DRB III® will display one of the following messages:
Programming Not Attempted - The DRB III® attempts to read the programmed key status and there are no keys programmed into 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 DRB III®, 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.