Sentry Key Programming - Dodge Avenger Owner's Manual

SENTRY KEY PROGRAMMING

You can program new keys to the system if you have two
valid sentry keys by performing the following procedure:
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 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.
3. Insert the second valid key into the ignition switch.
Turn the ignition switch to the position within 15 sec-
onds. After 10 seconds, a chime will sound. In addition,
the Vehicle Security Alarm Indicator Light will begin to
flash. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position and
remove the second key.
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4. Insert a blank Sentry Key into the ignition switch.
Turn the ignition switch to the position within 60 sec-
onds. After 10 seconds, a single chime will sound. In
addition, the Vehicle Security Alarm Indicator Light will
stop flashing. To indicate that programming is complete,
the indicator light will turn again for three seconds and
then turn off.
The new Sentry Key is programmed. The Keyless Entry
Transmitter will also be programmed during this pro-
cedure.
Repeat this procedure to program up to eight keys. If you
do not have a programmed Sentry Key , contact your
authorized dealer for details.
NOTE: If a programmed key is lost, see your dealer to
have all remaining keys erased from the systems
memory. This will prevent the lost key from starting your
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