Why does the keyless entry programming for the 98 Durango have to be done at a dealer? I was quoted $50 to have it done. Do they have to reprogram the vehicles computer or something?

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On my 99 you can program a new fob yourself if you have one that is already programmed.

As for programming the first key fob, the only way to do it is with a DRBIII scan tool (the dealer tool). That said, the procedure is very very easy-- takes 5 minutes if you include the time for the tech to grab the DRBIII and walk out to your car. Call around, some might do it for free or at a lower price, especially if you buy the fob from them.

I don't mean to say it's unreasonable for them to charge for this kind of thing-- after all they did buy the tool which sells for $6000. Just the same, there's little "cost added" for doing this kind of thing, so if you call around you might get a better price.

 

There is a website that sells the oem alarm key modules. From there, some year model durangos, can be programmed yourself, but that is only newer models such as the 01-03 I think. 98-99 I think can only be done from dealer (maybe it is the DRBII rick mentioned), cannot remember the 2000 model.

here is the thread concering the FOB key programming and this message is available from our FAQ sticky.

https://dodgeforum.com/m_523276/tm.htm