How To Use Remote Start; Sentry Key; Key Programming; Replacement Keys - Dodge RAM 1500 2020 Owner's Manual

20 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
H T U R S
OW O SE EMOTE TART
All of the following conditions must be met before the
engine will remote start:
 Gear selector in PARK
 Doors closed
 Hood closed
 Hazard switch off
 Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not pressed)
 Battery at an acceptable charge level
 Panic button not pushed
 Fuel meets minimum requirement
 System not disabled from previous Remote Start event
 Vehicle Security Alarm not active
 Water In Fuel indicator light is not illuminated
 Wait To Start indicator light is not illuminated
 Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is not
illuminated
WARNING!
 Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or
confined area. Exhaust gas contains carbon
monoxide (CO) which is odorless and colorless.
Carbon monoxide is poisonous and can cause
serious injury or death when inhaled.
 Keep key fobs away from children. Operation of the
Remote Start system, windows, door locks or other
controls could cause serious injury or death.

SENTRY KEY

The Sentry Key Immobilizer system prevents unauthorized
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, keyless push button ignition
and a Radio Frequency (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 cannot reprogram a
key fob obtained from another vehicle.
After placing the ignition switch 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 attempted to start the engine with
an invalid key fob. In the event that a valid key fob is used
to start the engine but there is an issue with the vehicle
electronics, the engine will start and shut off after two
seconds.
If the Vehicle Security Light turns on during normal vehicle
operation (vehicle running for longer than ten 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 Start 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.
K P
EY ROGRAMMING
Programming key fobs may be performed at an authorized
dealer.
R K
EPLACEMENT EYS
NOTE:
Only key fobs that are programmed to the vehicle elec-
tronics 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.