2006 DODGE DAKOTA immobilizer

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS

A Word About Your Keys ..................10
▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder ................10
▫ Sentry Key Immobilizer — If Equipped .......10

Ignition And Steering Lock .................13
▫ Manual Transmissions ...................13
▫ Automatic Transmissions .................13

Illuminated Entry ........................14
▫ Vehicles Equipped With Power Door Locks ....14

Door Locks ............................15 ▫
Manual Door Locks .....................15
▫ Power Door Locks .....................16
▫ Child Protection Door Lock ...............19

Remote Keyless Entry .....................20
▫ To Unlock The Doors ...................21
▫ To Lock The Doors .....................21
▫ Using The Panic Alarm ..................23
▫ General Information ....................23
▫ Programming Additional Transmitters ........24
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A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS
The double sided keys may be inserted into the locks
with either side up. The keys for your new vehicle are
enclosed in a plastic bag with a bar code label affixed to
the front. The bar code can be used to order duplicate
keys from your dealer or a locksmith. If you received
your keys without the bag, ask your dealer to give you
the number.
NOTE: Integrated keys (key and key fob combined)
must be cut by the dealer. The dealer must have cutters
that have enough clearance for integrated keys.
Key-In-Ignition Reminder
If you open the driver’s door when the key is in the
ignition lock, a continuous chime will sound to remind
you to remove the key.
CAUTION!
An unlocked vehicle is an invitation to thieves.
Always remove the key from the ignition and lock
all the doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
SENTRY KEY IMMOBILIZER — IF EQUIPPED
With this system, an electronically coded ignition key
sends a signal to the vehicle electronics. If the electronics
recognizes the signal, the vehicle will start and continue
to run. If the system does not recognize the signal, the
vehicle will start and run for 2 seconds, then shut off.
After six unsuccessful attempts at starting, the system
will shut down until the correct key is used.
NOTE: If the key is in the ignition switch, then all
buttons on that transmitter will be disabled. The buttons
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on the remaining transmitters will work. If the vehicle is
moving 5 mph or more, then all the transmitter buttons
are disabled for all keys.
NOTE: The Sentry Key Immobilizer System is not
compatible with remote starting systems. Use of these
systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a
loss of security protection. Additional Sentry Keys or
Mobil Speed-pass™ devices held against or immediately
adjacent to the ignition key when starting the engine may
cause vehicle starting problems. If a problem occurs,
remove the Sentry Key from the key-ring and attempt to
start the vehicle again. Pagers, cell phones, walkman, etc.
will have no effect on this system.
The Security Light will illuminate for about 3 seconds
when the ignition switch is first turned to the ON
position. If the vehicle electronics do not receive a valid
signal from the ignition key, the Security Lightwill flash continuously to signal that the vehicle has been immobi-
lized. If the
Security Light remains on during vehicle
operation, it indicates a fault in the system electronics. If
this option was ordered, all of the keys provided with
your new vehicle have been programmed to the vehicle
electronics.
Replacement Keys
NOTE: Only keys that have been programmed to the
vehicle electronics can be used to start the vehicle. Once
a Sentry Key has been programmed to a vehicle, it cannot
be programmed to any other vehicle.
At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided
with a four digit PIN number. This number is required
for dealer replacement of keys. Duplication of keys may
be performed at an authorized dealer or by using the
Customer Key Programming procedure. This procedure
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Interior Lights.......................... 113
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ........... 119
Introduction ............................. 4
Jack Operation ....................... 284,288
Jacking Instructions ...................... 289
Key, Replacement ........................ 11
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ................... 10
Key-In Reminder ......................... 10
Keyless Entry System ...................... 20
Keys ................................. 10
Knee Bolster ............................ 40
Lane Change and Turn Signals ......... 117,152,348
Lap/Shoulder Belts ....................... 31
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) . 60
Life of Tires ............................ 245
Lights .............................. 72,113 Airbag
............................ 53,158
Anti-Lock Warning ..................... 155
Back-Up ............................. 348
Brake Warning ........................ 156
Bulb Replacement ................... 341,342
Cargo .............................. 117
Center Mounted Stop ................... 350
Courtesy/Reading ..................... 125
Cruise .............................. 158
Daytime Running ...................... 116
Door Ajar ........................... 156
Fog .......................... 1 16,153,354
Hazard Warning Flasher ................. 282
Headlights ........................... 115
High Beam ........................... 118
High Beam/Low Beam Select .............. 118
Instrument Cluster ..................... 152
Intensity Control ....................... 114
Interior ........................... 1 13,125
INDEX 397
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And Pregnant Women................... 39
Child Restraint ....................... 57,59
Extender ............................. 39
Front Seat ............................ 31
Inspection ............................ 72
Pretensioners .......................... 37
Reminder ............................ 153
Seats ................................. 105
Adjustment .......................... 105
Heated .............................. 110
Lumbar Support ....................... 107
Reclining ............................ 106
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) .............26,154
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ............. 356
Selection of Oil ......................... 310
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ................... 10
Sentry Key Programming ................... 12
Service and Maintenance .............307,360,361
Service Assistance ....................... 382 Service Contract
......................... 384
Service Manuals ........................ 386
Setting the Clock .................. 160,162,170
Shift Speeds ........................... 210
Shifting Automatic Transmission ................. 204
Manual Transmission ................... 209
Transfer Case ......................... 211
Transfer Case, Shifting into Transfer Case Neutral (N) ..................... 274
Transfer Case, Shifting out of Transfer Case Neutral (N) ..................... 276
Shoulder Belt Upper Anchorage .............. 36
Shoulder Belts ........................... 31
Signals, Turn ..................... 1 17,152,348
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ................. 247
Snow Plow ............................ 272
Snow Tires ............................ 249
Spare Tire ....................... 242,243,286
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