2010 DODGE DAKOTA immobilizer

SENTRY KEY— IF EQUIPPED
The Sentry Key prevents unauthorized vehicle opera-
tion 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 operate
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 sec-
onds), it indicates that there is a fault in the electronics.
Should this occur, have the vehicle serviced as soon as
possible by an authorized dealer.
NOTE:
The Sentry Key Immobilizer System is not
compatible with some aftermarket remote starting sys-
tems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting
problems and loss of security protection.
All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have
been programmed to the vehicle electronics.
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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 is programmed to a vehicle, it cannot
be programmed to any other vehicle.
CAUTION!
Always remove the Sentry Keys from the vehicle
and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unat-
tended.
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 Immobilizer
System serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to an
authorized dealer.
Customer Key Programming
If you have two valid Sentry Keys, you can program
new Sentry Keys to the system by performing the
following steps:
1. Cut the additional Sentry Key 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.
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Hands-Free Phone (uconnect™).............. 86
Hazard Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water ........................ 265
Hazard Warning Flasher ................... 332
Headlights ............................ 391
High Beam .......................... 134
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch ........ 134
Lights On Reminder .................... 132
Passing ............................. 134
Switch .............................. 131
Heated Seats ........................... 126
Heater, Engine Block ..................... 251
High Beam Indicator ..................... 175
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . 134
Hitches Trailer Towing ........................ 316
Holder, Cup ........................... 156
HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . . 148 Hood Release
.......................... 127
Ignition Key ................................ 12
Illuminated Entry ........................ 20
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ................... 16
Infant Restraint .......................... 61
Inside Rearview Mirror .................... 83
Instrument Cluster ....................... 174
Instrument Panel and Controls .............. 172
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ............. 384
Interior Appearance Care .................. 383
Interior Lights .......................... 129
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ........... 135
Introduction ............................. 4
Jack Operation ....................... 333,337
Jacking Instructions ...................... 338
Jump Starting .......................... 343
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Key, Programming........................ 17
Key, Replacement ........................ 17
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ................... 16
Keyless Entry System ...................... 21
Keys ................................. 12
Knee Bolster ............................ 46
Lane Change and Turn Signals .........133,174,392
Lane Change Assist ...................... 134
Lap/Shoulder Belts ....................... 37
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren).. 64
Latches ................................ 77
Leaks, Fluid ............................ 77
Life of Tires ............................ 288
Light Bulbs ............................. 77
Lights .............................. 77,129
Airbag ........................ 53,58,76,186
Anti-Lock Warning ..................... 176
Back-Up ............................ 392 Brake Warning
........................ 181
Bulb Replacement ................... 390,391
Cargo .............................. 133
Center Mounted Stop ................... 395
Courtesy/Reading ..................... 142
Cruise .............................. 186
Daytime Running ...................... 132
Exterior .............................. 77
Fog .......................... 132,180,399
Hazard Warning Flasher ................. 332
Headlights ........................... 131
High Beam .......................... 134
High Beam/Low Beam Select ............. 134
Instrument Cluster ..................... 174
Intensity Control ...................... 129
Interior .......................... 129,142
License ............................. 397
Lights On Reminder .................... 132
Low Fuel ............................ 174
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Reclining............................ 121
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) .............19,176
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ..........370,400
Selection of Oil ......................... 360
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ................... 16
Sentry Key Programming ................... 17
Sentry Key Replacement ................... 17
Service and Maintenance .................. 358
Service Assistance ....................... 423
Service Contract ......................... 425
Service Manuals ........................ 428
Setting the Clock ..........187,189,204,206,209,218
Shifting Automatic Transmission ................. 253
Transfer Case ......................... 258
Transfer Case, Shifting into Transfer Case
Neutral (N) .......................... 326
Transfer Case, Shifting out of Transfer Case
Neutral (N) .......................... 328 Shoulder Belt Upper Anchorage
.............. 42
Shoulder Belts ........................... 37
Signals, Turn ................... 77,133,174,392
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ................. 290
Snow Plow ............................ 324
Snow Tires ............................ 292
Sound Box ............................ 229
Spare Tire ............................. 335
Speed Control (Cruise Control) .............. 138
Speedometer ........................... 176
Starting ............................... 249
Engine Block Heater .................... 251
Engine Fails to Start .................... 250
Remote .............................. 26
Steering Column Controls ...................... 133
Power ........................... 267,268
Wheel Lock ........................... 15
Wheel, Tilt ........................... 137
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