Programming Ignition Keys to the Sentry Key Immobilizer Module
PROGRAMMING THE IGNITION KEYS TO THE SENTRY KEY IMMOBILIZER MODULE1. Turn the ignition on (transmission in park/ neutral).
2. Use the DRBIII 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, the key cannot be transferred to another vehicle.
If ignition key programming is unsuccessful, the DRBIII will display one of the following messages:
Programming Not Attempted - The DRBIII attempts to read the programmed key status and there are not 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.
- Obtain ignition keys to be programmed from customer (8 keys maximum).
- Using the DRBIII, erase all ignition keys by selecting "MISCELLANEOUS" and "ERASE ALL CURRENT IGN. KEYS"
- Program all ignition keys.
Learned Key In Ignition - Ignition key transponder ID is currently programmed in SKIM memory.