2008 DODGE AVENGER immobilizer

CAUTION!An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always
remove key from the ignition and lock all doors
when leaving the vehicle unattended.
KEY-IN-IGNITION REMINDER
Opening the driver's door when the key is in the ignition,
sounds a signal to remind you to remove the key.
NOTE:
² The Key-In-Ignition reminder only sounds when the
ignition key is placed in the LOCK or ACC position.
² With either front door open, and the key in the
ignition, both the power door locks and Remote Key-
less Entry (RKE) will not function. LOCKING DOORS WITH THE KEY
There is only one external door lock cylinder which is
located in the driver's door only.
You can insert the key with either side up. To lock the
door, turn the key rearward, to unlock the door, turn the
key forward. See Section 7 of this manual for door lock
lubrication.
SENTRY KEY T
The Sentry Key t Immobilizer System prevents unautho-
rized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The
system does not need to be armed or activated. Operation
is automatic, regardless of whether the vehicle is locked
or unlocked.
The system uses ignition keys that have an embedded
electronic chip (transponder) to prevent unauthorized
vehicle operation. Therefore, only keys that are pro-
grammed to the vehicle can be used to start and operate14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

the vehicle. The system will shut the engine off in two
seconds if someone uses an invalid key to try to start the
engine.
NOTE: A key that has not been programmed is also
considered an invalid key, even if it is cut to fit the
ignition switch lock cylinder for that vehicle.
During normal operation, after turning on the ignition
switch, the Vehicle Security Light will turn on for three
seconds for a bulb check. If the light remains on after the
bulb check, it indicates that there is a problem with the
electronics. In addition, if the light begins to flash after
the bulb check, it indicates that someone used an invalid
key to try to start the engine. Either of these conditions
will result in the engine being shut off after two seconds.
If the Vehicle Security Light turns on during normal
vehicle operation (vehicle running for longer than 10 seconds), it indicates that there is a fault in the electron-
ics. Should this occur, have the vehicle serviced as soon
as possible.
NOTE:
² The Sentry Key t Immobilizer System is not compat-
ible with some aftermarket remote starting systems.
Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting
problems and loss of security protection.
² Exxon/Mobil SpeedpassŸ, additional Sentry Keys t ,
or any other transponder-equipped components on
the same key chain will not cause a key-related
(transponder) fault unless the additional part is physi-
cally held against the ignition key being used when
starting the vehicle. Cell phones, pagers, or other RF
electronics will not cause interference with this system.
All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have
been programmed to the vehicle electronics. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15
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Replacement Keys
NOTE: Only keys that are programmed to the vehicle
electronics can be used to start and operate the vehicle.
Once a Sentry Key t is programmed to a vehicle, it cannot
be programmed to any other vehicle.
CAUTION!Always remove the Sentry Keys t from the vehicle
and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle
unattended.
At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided
with a four-digit Personal Identification Number (PIN).
Keep the PIN in a secure location. This number is
required for authorized dealer replacement of keys. Du-
plication of keys may be performed at an authorized
dealer or by following the customer key programming procedure. This procedure consists of programming a
blank key to the vehicle electronics. A blank key is one
that has never been programmed.
NOTE: When having the Sentry Key t Immobilizer
System serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to an
authorized dealer.
Customer Key Programming
If you have two valid Sentry Keys t , you can program
new Sentry Keys t to the system by performing the
following procedure:
1. Cut the additional Sentry Key t Transponder blank(s)
to match the ignition switch lock cylinder key code.
2. Insert the first valid key into the ignition switch. Turn
the ignition switch to the ON position for at least three
seconds, but no longer than 15 seconds. Then, turn the
ignition switch to the LOCK position and remove the first
key.16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

Heated Seats ........................... 123
Heater ............................... 242
Heater, Engine Block ..................... 266
Hitches
Trailer Towing ........................ 336
HomeLink t (Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . . 143
Hood Prop ............................ 128
Hood Release .......................... 127
Hoses ................................ 394
Ignition ............................... 12
Key ................................. 12
Ignition Key Removal ..................... 12
Illuminated Entry ........................ 20
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ................... 14
Infant Restraint ...................... 67,68,69
Information Center, Vehicle ................. 181
Inside Rearview Mirror .................... 85
Instrument Cluster .................... 168,170 Instrument Panel and Controls .............. 167
Instrument Panel Cover ................... 403
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ............. 405
Integrated Power Module (Fuses) ............ 406
Interior Appearance Care .................. 403
Interior Lights .......................... 129
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ........... 136
Introduction ............................. 4
Jack Location ........................... 351
Jack Operation ....................... 350,352
Jacking Instructions ...................... 352
Jump Starting .......................... 358
Key, Programming ........................ 16
Key, Replacement ........................ 16
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ................... 14
Key-In Reminder ......................... 14
Keyless Entry System ...................... 21452 INDEX

Schedule, Maintenance .................... 426
Seat Belt Maintenance .................... 405
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... 48,49
Seat Belts
Adjustable Shoulder Belt .................. 47
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage ........ 47
And Pregnant Women ................... 50
Child Restraint ....................... 67,76
Extender ............................. 51
Front Seat .......................... 42,43
Operating Instructions ................... 43
Pretensioners .......................... 48
Rear Seat ............................. 42
Reminder ............................ 171
Untwisting Procedure .................... 46
Seat Belts (Sedan) ........................ 40
Seats ................................. 120
Adjustment .......................... 120
Cleaning ......................... 127,404 Head Restraints ....................... 125
Heated ............................. 123
Lumbar Support ....................... 122
Power .............................. 123
Rear Folding ....................... 126,127
Rear Folding (Sedan) .................... 160
Reclining ............................ 121
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ................ 18
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) .......... 389,422
Selection of Oil ......................... 376
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ................... 14
Sentry Key Programming ................... 16
Sentry Key Replacement ................... 16
Service Assistance ....................... 435
Service Contract ......................... 437
Service Manuals ........................ 440
Setting the Clock ................ 194,206,221,225
Settings, Personal ........................ 188
Shoulder Belts ........................... 42458 INDEX