2017 Ram 3500 Chassis Cab immobilizer

SENTRY KEY
The Sentry Key Immobilizer System prevents unauthor-
ized 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 a key fob, an Ignition Node Module,
Keyless Push Button Ignition and a RF receiver to prevent
unauthorized vehicle operation. Therefore, only key fobs
that are programmed to the vehicle can be used to start and
operate the vehicle. The system will not allow the engine to
crank if an invalid key fob is used to start and operate the
vehicle. The system will shut the engine off in two seconds
if an invalid key fob is used to start the engine.
NOTE:A key fob that has not been programmed is also
considered an invalid key.
During normal operation, after placing the keyless ignition
in the ON/RUN position, 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 fob 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 electronics. Should this
occur, have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible by an
authorized dealer.
CAUTION!
The Sentry Key Immobilizer system is not compatible
with some aftermarket remote starting systems. Use of
these systems may result in vehicle starting problems
and loss of security protection.
All of the key fobs provided with your new vehicle have
been programmed to the vehicle electronics.
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Replacement Key Fobs
NOTE:Only key fobs that are programmed to the vehicle
electronics can be used to start and operate the vehicle.
Once a key fob is programmed to a vehicle, it cannot be
programmed to any other vehicle.
CAUTION!
• Always remove the key fobs from the vehicle and
lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
• For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go —
Ignition, always remember to place the ignition in
the OFF position.
NOTE: Duplication of key fobs may be performed at an
authorized dealer. This procedure consists of programming
a blank key fob to the vehicle electronics. A blank key fob
is one that has never been programmed.
When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer System serviced,
bring all vehicle keys with you to an authorized dealer.
Customer Key Fob Programming
Programming key fobs may be performed at an authorized
dealer.
General Information
The following regulatory statement applies to all radio
frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and
with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, in- cluding interference that may cause undesired opera-
tion.
NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved
by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user ’s authority to operate the equipment.
VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM
The vehicle security alarm monitors the vehicle doors and
ignition for unauthorized operation. When the vehicle
security alarm is activated, interior switches for door locks
are disabled. The system provides both audible and visible
signals for the first three minutes. The horn will sound, the
headlights will turn on, the park lamps and/or turn signals
will flash and vehicle security light will flash repeatedly.
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Gasoline, Reformulated..................... .402
Gear Ranges ............................. .332
Gear Select Lever Override ....................445
Glass Cleaning ........................... .491
Grocery Bag Retainer ....................... .187
Gross Axle Weight Rating .....................409
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ...................409
Guide, Body Builders .........................6
GVWR ................................. .407
Hazard Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow
Standing Water ......................... .352
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................... .430
Headlights .............................. .501
Automatic ............................ .128
Cleaning .............................. .490
High Beam ............................ .136
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch ...........136
Passing ............................... .136
Switch ............................... .128
Head Restraints ............................119
Heated Mirrors ........................ .109, 187
Heater ................................. .280
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch .....136Hill Descent Control
....................... .368
Hill Descent Control Indicator .................368
Hill Start Assist ........................... .360
Hitches Trailer Towing .......................... .412
Hoisting ................................ .440
HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) ...............164
Hood Release ............................ .125
Hub Caps ............................... .438
Ignition ..................................15
Key.................................11,15
Ignition Key Removal ........................15
Illuminated Entry ...........................21
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ......................18
Inside Rearview Mirror .................. .101, 106
Instr

ument Cluster ...................204, 207, 220
Instrument Cluster Display Instrument Cluster Display ..................223
Instrument Panel And Controls .................195
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ................491
Integrated Trailer Brake Controls ................416
Interior Appearance Care .....................490
Interior Lights ............................ .132
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ..............13710
INDEX 529

Introduction................................4
Inverter Outlet (115V) ...................... .177
Jack Location ............................ .433
Jump Starting ............................ .440
Key Fob Programming Additional Key Fobs .............19
Key Fob Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) .....25
Key Fob Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) ......22
Key Fob, Remote Keyless Entry .................22
Key-In Reminder ............................17
Keyless Enter-N-Go ..................... .34, 326
Lock The Vehicle’s Doors ................248, 268
Passive Entry ............................34
Passive Entry Programming ...........34, 248, 268
Keyless Entry System ........................22
Key, Replacement ...........................19
Keys ....................................11
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ......................18
Lane Change And Turn Signals .................135
Lane Change Assist ........................ .136
Latches ..................................96
Lead Free Gasoline ........................ .402Leaks, Fluid
...............................96
Life Of Tires ............................. .389
Light Bulbs ................................96
Lights ............................... .96, 127
AirBag ......................... .55, 94, 201
Automatic Headlights .....................128
Brake Assist Warning ..................... .366
Brake Warning ......................... .202
Bulb Replacement .....................500, 501
Cap Top Clearance ...................... .505
Cargo................................ .135
Center Mounted Stop ..................... .504
Courtesy/Reading .................133, 134, 164
Cruise ............................ .221, 222
Daytime Running ....................... .129
Engine Temperature Warning ................204
Exterior ................................96
Fog .............................. .131, 503
Four-Wheel Drive Indicator .................345
Hazar

d Warning Flasher ...................430
Headlights ............................ .128
High Beam ............................ .136
High Beam/Low Beam Select ................136
Hill Descent Control Indicator ...............368
Illuminated Entry .........................21
530 INDEX

Reporting Safety Defects.....................521
Restraint, Head ............................119
Restraints, Child ............................67
Rotation, Tires ............................ .392
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ...................93
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ..................96
Safety Defects, Reporting .....................521
Safety, Exhaust Gas ..........................93
Safety Information, Tire ..................... .370
Safety Tips ................................92
Schedule, Maintenance ...................... .512
Seat Belt Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage .......47
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) ............53
Lap/Shoulder Belt Operation .................45
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting ................47
Pregnant Women .........................52
Seat Belt Extender .........................51
Seat Belt Pretensioner ......................52
Seat Belt Reminder ........................42
Seat Belt Maintenance ...................... .492
Seat Belt Reminder ..........................42
Seat Belts ............................. .42, 93
Adjustable Shoulder Belt ....................47 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage
..........47
Child Restraint ...........................67
Extender ...............................51
Front Seat ........................... .42, 45
Inspection ..............................93
Operating Instructions ......................45
Pregnant Women .........................52
Pretensioners ............................52
Reminder ............................. .201
Untwisting Procedure ......................47
Seats .............................112,113,118
Adjustment .........................112,113
Easy Entry ............................ .124
Folding Floor .......................... .189
Memory .............................. .121
Power ................................112
Reclining Rear ...........................118
Security Alarm ......................... .19, 203
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............508
Sentry Key Key Programming .........................19
Sentry

Key (Immobilizer) ......................18
Sentry Key Replacement ......................19
Service Assistance ......................... .518
Service Contract .......................... .520
534 INDEX