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Programming Ignition Keys to the Sentry Key Immobilizer Module

PROGRAMMING THE IGNITION KEYS TO THE SENTRY KEY IMMOBILIZER MODULE

1. Turn the ignition ON (transmission in Park/Neutral).
2. Use the DRB and select "THEFT ALARM", "SKIM" then "MISCELLANEOUS".
3. Select "PROGRAM IGNITION KEYS".
4. 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 will display one of the following messages:

Programming Not Attempted
The DRB 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.
1. Obtain ignition keys to be programmed from customer (8 keys maximum).
2. Using the DRB, erase all ignition keys by selecting "MISCELLANEOUS" and "ERASE ALL CURRENT IGN. KEYS".
3. Program all ignition keys.

Learned Key In Ignition
Ignition key transponder ID is currently programmed in SKIM memory.