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2011 Dodge Dakota Owners Manual - REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE)



REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE)

This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors or activate the Panic Alarm from distances up to approxi- mately 66 ft (20 m) using a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. The RKE transmitter does not need to be pointed at the vehicle to activate the system.

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Transmitter

1 — Lock 2 — Unlock

NOTE: The line of transmission must not be blocked with metal objects.

To Unlock The Doors

Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter once to unlock only the driver’s door or twice to unlock all the doors. When the unlock button is pressed, the illuminated entry will initiate, and the parking lights will flash twice. The system can be programmed to unlock all the doors upon the first unlock button press by using the following procedure: 1. Press and hold the LOCK button on a programmed RKE transmitter. 2. Continue to hold the LOCK button for at least 4 sec- onds, but not longer than 10 seconds, then press and hold the UNLOCK button. A single chime will sound to indicate that this feature has changed.

3. Release both buttons at the same time. 4. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by press- ing the LOCK/UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter.

NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- ter while you are inside the vehicle will activate the Vehicle Security Alarm. Opening a door with the Vehicle Security Alarm System activated will cause the alarm to sound. Press the UNLOCK button to deactivate the Vehicle Security Alarm System. 5. If the desired programming was not achieved, or to reactivate this feature, repeat the above steps.

To Lock The Doors

Press and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- ter to lock all doors. If the ignition is OFF, when the doors are locked the parking lights will flash on once and the horn will chirp once.

Horn Chirp Programming

The horn chirp feature is shipped from the assembly plant activated. If desired, this feature can be disabled by using the following procedure: 1. Press and hold the LOCK button on the RKE trans- mitter. 2. Continue to hold the LOCK button for at least 4 sec- onds, but not longer than 10 seconds, then press and hold the PANIC button. A single chime will sound to indicate that this feature has changed. 3. Release both buttons at the same time. 4. To reactivate this feature, repeat the above steps. 5. Test the horn chirp feature while outside of the vehicle by pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter with the ignition in the OFF position and the key removed.

NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- ter while you are inside the vehicle will activate the Vehicle Security Alarm. Opening a door with the Vehicle Security Alarm activated will cause the alarm to sound. Press the UNLOCK button to deactivate the Vehicle Security Alarm System. 6. If the desired programming was not achieved, or to reactivate this feature, repeat the above steps.

Flash Lamps With Lock Programming

1. Press and hold the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter. 2. Continue to hold the UNLOCK button for at least 4 seconds, but not longer than 10 seconds, then press and hold the LOCK button. A single chime will sound to indicate that this feature has changed. 3. Release both buttons at the same time.

4. Test the Flash Lamps With Lock feature while outside of the vehicle by pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter with the ignition in the OFF position and the key removed.

NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- ter while you are in the vehicle will activate the Vehicle Security Alarm. Opening a door with the Vehicle Security Alarm activated will cause the alarm to sound. Press the UNLOCK button to deactivate the Vehicle Security Alarm System. 5. If the desired programming was not achieved, or to reactivate this feature, repeat the above steps.

Using The Panic Alarm

To activate the Panic mode while the ignition is OFF, press and release the PANIC button on the RKE trans- mitter once. When the Panic mode is activated, the interior lights will illuminate, the headlights and parking lights will flash, and the horn will sound.

To cancel the Panic mode, press and release the PANIC button on the RKE transmitter a second time. Panic mode will automatically cancel after three minutes, or if the vehicle is started and or exceeds 15 mph (24 km/h). During the Panic Mode, the door locks and RKE systems will function normally. Panic mode will not disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm System, on vehicles so equipped.

General Information

This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and with RS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause undesired operation.

NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly ap- proved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal distance, check for these two conditions: 1. Weak battery in the RKE transmitter. The expected life of a battery is five years. 2. Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station tower, airport transmitter, military base, and some mobile or CB radios.

Programming Additional Transmitters

Refer to Sentry Key “Customer Key Programming.” If you do not have a programmed RKE transmitter, contact your authorized dealer for details.

Battery Replacement

The recommended replacement battery is CR2032.

NOTE: Perchlorate Material – special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate 1. If the RKE transmitter is equipped with a screw, remove the screw. With the RKE transmitter buttons facing down, use a flat blade to pry the two halves of the RKE transmitter apart. Make sure not to damage the elastomer seal during removal.

Separating RKE Transmitter Halves

2. Remove and replace the battery. When replacing the battery, match the + sign on battery to the + sign on the inside of the battery clip, located on the back cover. Avoid touching the new battery with your fingers. Skin oils may cause battery deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean it with rubbing alcohol. 3. To reassemble the RKE transmitter case, snap the two halves of the case together. Make sure there is an even “gap” between the two halves. If equipped, install and tighten the screw until snug. Test the RKE transmitter operation.


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