Durango beeps 3 times when opening the car
#11
09-12-2009, 03:05 PM
Hall Of Fame
Service Manual Continued
STANDARD PROCEDURE
CONFIGURING A NEW MODULE / SWITCH
OPERATING MODES
To configure a new module or to switch operating
CONFIGURING A NEW MODULE / SWITCH
OPERATING MODES
To configure a new module or to switch operating
modes, a DRBIII
t scan tool must be used.
(1) Hook up the DRBIII t scan tool to the Data
Link Connector (DLC).
(2) With the key in the ignition, turn the key to
the RUN position.
(3) After the DRBIII
t scan tool initialization, perform
the following:
(a) Select “Theft Alarm.”
(b) Select “VTSS.”
(c) Select “Miscellaneous.”
(4) Once in the “Miscellaneous” screen:
(a) If you wish to configure a new module, select
“Configure Module.”
(b) If you wish to put the module into customer
usage mode, select “Enable VTSS.”
(c) If you wish to put the module into dealer lot
mode, select “Dealer Lot.”
SENTRY KEY IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM
INITIALIZATION
The Sentry Key Immobilizer System (SKIS) initialization
should be performed following a Sentry Key
Immobilizer Module (SKIM) replacement.
It can be summarized by the following:
(1) Obtain the vehicles unique PIN number
assigned to it’s original SKIM from the vehicle
owner, the vehicle’s invoice or from Chrysler’s Customer
Center.
(2) With the DRBIII
t scan tool, select “Theft
Alarm,” “SKIM,” Miscellaneous.” Select “SKIM Module
Replaced” function and the DRBIII Link Connector (DLC).
(2) With the key in the ignition, turn the key to
the RUN position.
(3) After the DRBIII
t scan tool initialization, perform
the following:
(a) Select “Theft Alarm.”
(b) Select “VTSS.”
(c) Select “Miscellaneous.”
(4) Once in the “Miscellaneous” screen:
(a) If you wish to configure a new module, select
“Configure Module.”
(b) If you wish to put the module into customer
usage mode, select “Enable VTSS.”
(c) If you wish to put the module into dealer lot
mode, select “Dealer Lot.”
SENTRY KEY IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM
INITIALIZATION
The Sentry Key Immobilizer System (SKIS) initialization
should be performed following a Sentry Key
Immobilizer Module (SKIM) replacement.
It can be summarized by the following:
(1) Obtain the vehicles unique PIN number
assigned to it’s original SKIM from the vehicle
owner, the vehicle’s invoice or from Chrysler’s Customer
Center.
(2) With the DRBIII
t scan tool, select “Theft
Alarm,” “SKIM,” Miscellaneous.” Select “SKIM Module
t will prompt
you through the following steps.
(3) Enter secured access mode using the unique
you through the following steps.
(3) Enter secured access mode using the unique
four digit PIN number.
(4) Program the vehicle’s VIN number into the
SKIM’s memory.
(5) Program the country code into the SKIM’s
memory (U.S.).
(6) Transfer the vehicle’s unique Secret Key data
from the PCM. This process will require the SKIM to
be in
SKIM’s memory.
(5) Program the country code into the SKIM’s
memory (U.S.).
(6) Transfer the vehicle’s unique Secret Key data
from the PCM. This process will require the SKIM to
be in
secured access mode. The PIN number must
be entered into the DRBIII t before the SKIM will enter
secured access mode. Once secured access
mode is active, the SKIM will remain in that mode
for 60 seconds.
(7) Program all customer keys into the SKIM’s
memory. This required that the SKIM be in
secured access mode
The SKIM will immediately exit
secured access mode
after each key is programmed.
secured access mode. Once secured access
mode is active, the SKIM will remain in that mode
for 60 seconds.
(7) Program all customer keys into the SKIM’s
memory. This required that the SKIM be in
secured access mode
The SKIM will immediately exit
secured access mode
after each key is programmed.
NOTE: If a PCM is replaced, the unique “Secret
Key” data must be transferred from the SKIM to the
Key” data must be transferred from the SKIM to the
PCM. This procedure requires the SKIM to be
placed in SECURED ACCESS MODE using the four
digit PIN code.
digit PIN code.
SENTRY KEY IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM
TRANSPONDER PROGRAMMING
Two programmed Sentry Key transponders are
included with the Sentry Key Immobilizer System
(SKIS) when it is shipped from the factory. The Sentry
Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM) can be programmed
included with the Sentry Key Immobilizer System
(SKIS) when it is shipped from the factory. The Sentry
Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM) can be programmed
to recognize up to six additional
transponders, for a total of eight Sentry Keys. The
following “Customer Learn” programming procedure
for the programming of additional transponders
requires access to at least two of the valid Sentry
Keys. If two valid Sentry Keys are not available, Sentry
Key programming will require the use of a
DRBIIIfollowing “Customer Learn” programming procedure
for the programming of additional transponders
requires access to at least two of the valid Sentry
Keys. If two valid Sentry Keys are not available, Sentry
Key programming will require the use of a
t scan tool.
CUSTOMER LEARN PROGRAMMING
(1) Obtain the additional Sentry Key transponder
blank(s) that are to be programmed for the vehicle.
Cut the additional Sentry Key transponder blanks to
match the ignition lock cylinder mechanical key
codes.
(2) Insert one of the two valid Sentry Key transponders
into the ignition switch and turn the ignition
switch to the ON position.
(3) After the ignition switch has been in the ON
position for about three seconds, but no more than
fifteen seconds, cycle the ignition switch back to the
OFF position. Replace the first valid Sentry Key in
the ignition lock cylinder with the second valid Sentry
Key and turn the ignition switch back to the ON
position. Both operations must be performed within
15 seconds.
(4) In approximately ten seconds the VTSS indicator
LED will start to flash to indicate that the system
has entered the “Customer Learn” programming
mode.
(5) Within approximately sixty seconds of entering
the “Customer Learn” programming mode, turn the
ignition switch to the OFF position, replace the valid
Sentry Key with a blank Sentry Key transponder,
and turn the ignition switch back to the ON position.
(6) In approximately ten seconds, the VTSS indicator
blank(s) that are to be programmed for the vehicle.
Cut the additional Sentry Key transponder blanks to
match the ignition lock cylinder mechanical key
codes.
(2) Insert one of the two valid Sentry Key transponders
into the ignition switch and turn the ignition
switch to the ON position.
(3) After the ignition switch has been in the ON
position for about three seconds, but no more than
fifteen seconds, cycle the ignition switch back to the
OFF position. Replace the first valid Sentry Key in
the ignition lock cylinder with the second valid Sentry
Key and turn the ignition switch back to the ON
position. Both operations must be performed within
15 seconds.
(4) In approximately ten seconds the VTSS indicator
LED will start to flash to indicate that the system
has entered the “Customer Learn” programming
mode.
(5) Within approximately sixty seconds of entering
the “Customer Learn” programming mode, turn the
ignition switch to the OFF position, replace the valid
Sentry Key with a blank Sentry Key transponder,
and turn the ignition switch back to the ON position.
(6) In approximately ten seconds, the VTSS indicator
LED will stop flashing and stay on solid for
approximately three seconds and then turn OFF to
indicate that the blank Sentry Key transponder has
been successfully programmed. The SKIS will immediately
return to normal system operation following
exit from the “Customer Learn” programming mode.
(7) Repeat this process for each additional Sentry
Key transponder blank to be programmed.
If any of the above steps is not completed in the
proper sequence, or within the allotted time, the
SKIS will automatically exit the “Customer Learn”
programming mode. The SKIS will also automatically
exit the “Customer Learn” programming mode if it
sees a non-blank Sentry Key transponder when it
should see a blank, if it has already programmed
eight valid Sentry Keys, or if the ignition switch is
turned to the OFF position for more than about fifty
seconds.
been successfully programmed. The SKIS will immediately
return to normal system operation following
exit from the “Customer Learn” programming mode.
(7) Repeat this process for each additional Sentry
Key transponder blank to be programmed.
If any of the above steps is not completed in the
proper sequence, or within the allotted time, the
SKIS will automatically exit the “Customer Learn”
programming mode. The SKIS will also automatically
exit the “Customer Learn” programming mode if it
sees a non-blank Sentry Key transponder when it
should see a blank, if it has already programmed
eight valid Sentry Keys, or if the ignition switch is
turned to the OFF position for more than about fifty
seconds.
NOTE: While in Customer Learn mode (LED flashing),
the engine will not START and RUN.
PROGRAMMING BLANK SENTRY KEY
TRANSPONDERS WITH A DRBIIIT SCAN TOOL
the engine will not START and RUN.
PROGRAMMING BLANK SENTRY KEY
TRANSPONDERS WITH A DRBIIIT SCAN TOOL
When programming a blank Sentry Key transponder,
the key blank must first be cut to match the
ignition lock cylinder. It will also be necessary to
enter the vehicle’s four digit PIN code into the
DRBIII
t scan tool to enter the Sentry Key Immobilizer
Module’s (SKIM’s) secured access mode.
the key blank must first be cut to match the
ignition lock cylinder. It will also be necessary to
enter the vehicle’s four digit PIN code into the
DRBIII
t scan tool to enter the Sentry Key Immobilizer
Module’s (SKIM’s) secured access mode.
NOTE: Once a Sentry Key is programmed to a particular
vehicle, it cannot be transferred to another
vehicle.
vehicle, it cannot be transferred to another
vehicle.
Insert the blank key into the ignition and turn it to
the RUN position. Using the DRBIII
the RUN position. Using the DRBIII
t scan tool, select “Theft Alarm,” then “SKIM,” then “Miscellaneous.”
Select “Program New Key.” Enter the four
digit PIN code using the DRBIII
t. When programming
is completed, the SKIM will exit secured access
mode and the DRBIII
t will display the status of the
key. One of five different status messages may be displayed
as follows:
²
“Programming Successful” is displayed if SKIM
Sentry Key programming succeeds.
² digit PIN code using the DRBIII
t. When programming
is completed, the SKIM will exit secured access
mode and the DRBIII
t will display the status of the
key. One of five different status messages may be displayed
as follows:
²
“Programming Successful” is displayed if SKIM
Sentry Key programming succeeds.
“Learned Key in Ignition” is displayed if the key
in the ignition has already been programmed into
that vehicle’s SKIM.
²
“8 Keys Already Learned (At The Maximum)
Programming Not Done” is displayed if eight keys
have already been programmed into the SKIM. In
this case, if a new key needs to be added due to a
lost or defective key, the “Erase All Keys” function
(requires entering secured access mode) has to be
performed. Then the customer’s seven keys plus the
new key MUST be reprogrammed into the SKIM.
²
“Programming Not Attempted” is displayed after
an “Erase All Keys” function is executed.
²
“Programming Key Failed” is displayed if further
diagnosis is required.
² in the ignition has already been programmed into
that vehicle’s SKIM.
²
“8 Keys Already Learned (At The Maximum)
Programming Not Done” is displayed if eight keys
have already been programmed into the SKIM. In
this case, if a new key needs to be added due to a
lost or defective key, the “Erase All Keys” function
(requires entering secured access mode) has to be
performed. Then the customer’s seven keys plus the
new key MUST be reprogrammed into the SKIM.
²
“Programming Not Attempted” is displayed after
an “Erase All Keys” function is executed.
²
“Programming Key Failed” is displayed if further
diagnosis is required.
To learn additional keys, turn the ignition OFF,
remove the learned key, and insert the next new
blank key. Turn ignition to the RUN position and reenter
the secured access mode function and repeat
the “Program New Key” procedure outlined above.
remove the learned key, and insert the next new
blank key. Turn ignition to the RUN position and reenter
the secured access mode function and repeat
the “Program New Key” procedure outlined above.
Last edited by hydrashocker; 09-12-2009 at 03:15 PM.
#12
09-12-2009, 03:06 PM
Hall Of Fame
Service Manual Continued
SENTRY KEY IMMOBILIZER
SYSTEM INDICATOR LAMP
SYSTEM INDICATOR LAMP
DESCRIPTION
The Sentry Key Immobilizer System (SKIS) uses
the Vehicle Theft Security System (VTSS) indicator
in the instrument cluster to give an indication when
the SKIS is faulty or when the vehicle has been
immobilized due to the use of an invalid key. The
indicator is controlled by the instrument cluster
based upon messages received from the Sentry Key
Immobilizer Module (SKIM).
The Sentry Key Immobilizer System (SKIS) uses
the Vehicle Theft Security System (VTSS) indicator
in the instrument cluster to give an indication when
the SKIS is faulty or when the vehicle has been
immobilized due to the use of an invalid key. The
indicator is controlled by the instrument cluster
based upon messages received from the Sentry Key
Immobilizer Module (SKIM).
OPERATION
The SKIM sends PCI Bus messages to the instrument
cluster, to turn on the ’Security” indicator for
about 3 seconds when the ignition is turned to the
ON position, as a “Bulb” test. After completion of the
“Bulb” test, the SKIM sends a PCI bus messages to
keep the LED off for 1 second. Then the SKIM sends
messages to the instrument cluster to turn the LED
off based upon the results if the SKIS self - test. If
the indicator illuminates and remains illuminated
after the “bulb test”, it indicates that the SKIM has
detected a system malfunction and/or the system has
become inoperative. If the SKIM detects a invalid
key when the ignition switch is turned on, it sends a
message to the instrument cluster to flash the “Security”
indicator.
The SKIM sends PCI Bus messages to the instrument
cluster, to turn on the ’Security” indicator for
about 3 seconds when the ignition is turned to the
ON position, as a “Bulb” test. After completion of the
“Bulb” test, the SKIM sends a PCI bus messages to
keep the LED off for 1 second. Then the SKIM sends
messages to the instrument cluster to turn the LED
off based upon the results if the SKIS self - test. If
the indicator illuminates and remains illuminated
after the “bulb test”, it indicates that the SKIM has
detected a system malfunction and/or the system has
become inoperative. If the SKIM detects a invalid
key when the ignition switch is turned on, it sends a
message to the instrument cluster to flash the “Security”
indicator.
The SKIM can also send messages to the cluster to
flash the LED and generate a chime. These functions
serve as an indication to the customer that the SKIM
is in the
flash the LED and generate a chime. These functions
serve as an indication to the customer that the SKIM
is in the
Customer Learn programming mode. See
Sentry Key Immobilizer System Transponder Programming
in this group for more information on the
“Customer Learn” programming Mode.
If the VTSS indicator remains on after the “Bulb”
test, the system should be diagnosed using the
DRBIII
t scan tool and the proper Powertrain Diagnostic
Procedures manual.
Sentry Key Immobilizer System Transponder Programming
in this group for more information on the
“Customer Learn” programming Mode.
If the VTSS indicator remains on after the “Bulb”
test, the system should be diagnosed using the
DRBIII
t scan tool and the proper Powertrain Diagnostic
Procedures manual.
Last edited by hydrashocker; 09-12-2009 at 03:18 PM.
#13
11-21-2011, 09:28 PM
Sorry to revive an old troubleshooting thread but here it goes
I registered just to reply to this. I have been having the EXACT same problem. I took it to the dealer, after about 5 hours of them having no idea, a tech came in and said I need a new Central Timing module. I was happy until I asked how much it would be to fix. He replied, 518$. This to me was nuts so I thanked them, left, and am now living with the alarm beeping 3 times every single time I unlock the doors. It is really the most aggravating issue I have ever had with a vehicle.
Forgot: 2002 Durango SLT PL
I registered just to reply to this. I have been having the EXACT same problem. I took it to the dealer, after about 5 hours of them having no idea, a tech came in and said I need a new Central Timing module. I was happy until I asked how much it would be to fix. He replied, 518$. This to me was nuts so I thanked them, left, and am now living with the alarm beeping 3 times every single time I unlock the doors. It is really the most aggravating issue I have ever had with a vehicle.
Forgot: 2002 Durango SLT PL
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12-02-2011, 05:26 PM
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12-19-2011, 03:47 PM
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#17
04-16-2012, 02:46 PM
I have an 02 Durango RT with the factory alarm system that has just started with the horn honking 3 times when the car is unlocked. It doesn't matter if its unlocked with either of the two key fobs or with the key. If the alarm is armed for more than a few minutes it will do it every time. I disconnected the battery for a few hours but no luck there. Hoping its not the CTM, so did anyone ever find a solution to this problem?
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#18
04-20-2012, 04:44 PM
Update.
So the 3 honks is an indicator that the alarm has gone off sometime while you were away from the car. I have checked the latches on all the doors and lift gate. They are all fine. I tried the reset with the drivers door key lock from earlier in this post. Disconnected the battery over night. But still, as soon as I set the alarm and the dash security light stops flashing, if I unlock the car with the key or the FOB the horn will honk 3 times. Temporary fix was to disconnect the horn.
A few people have had the same problem but does anyone know if replacing the CTM fixed this?
Thanks.
A few people have had the same problem but does anyone know if replacing the CTM fixed this?
Thanks.
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#19
06-18-2016, 05:33 PM
Same problem - anyone contact factory?
I have been living with this problem for years but want to start pulling my RV trailer into campgrounds. Not sure that anyone will appreciate the horn beeping every time I try to get into my 2002 Durango.
This started when I rekeyed my Durango. I understand that the problem is that the security system has detected a fault and is letting me know. I also understand that the problem only happens after the central control module "goes to sleep" so if I lock the car and immediately open it there is no problem. The three honks only happen if I lock the car, leave it alone for 10-15 minutes and then try to open it.
Has anyone tried asking their mechanic to contact the factory about this, or at least tried? It sounds like we are all having this problem. There must be a simple way to turn off this security "feature," turn off the whole d**** security system, or at least provide a list of possible causes for the fault being activated so we could eliminate the fault!
This started when I rekeyed my Durango. I understand that the problem is that the security system has detected a fault and is letting me know. I also understand that the problem only happens after the central control module "goes to sleep" so if I lock the car and immediately open it there is no problem. The three honks only happen if I lock the car, leave it alone for 10-15 minutes and then try to open it.
Has anyone tried asking their mechanic to contact the factory about this, or at least tried? It sounds like we are all having this problem. There must be a simple way to turn off this security "feature," turn off the whole d**** security system, or at least provide a list of possible causes for the fault being activated so we could eliminate the fault!
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#20
11-04-2016, 08:44 PM
So, I have the same thing going on, but a little different and not sure what it means. It seems as if my CMT was going out, lights flickering etc. so my husband got a "new" used one on eBay and we made sure the numbers and letters completely matched. We installed it ourselves and then planned to take it down to have the fobs programmed. When we unlocked the alarm "horn" started going off, now this surprised me cause I never had an alarm on my 2001 Dodge Durango before. So we switched the old one back till we could get it to the dealer. We had them put it in and program the fobs. Then when the door was opened with the key it set it off, but not the fob, they said it was probably the sensor and so I just said I would use the fob. I then noticed the security light came on and stayed on after the car was turned on for a few. Now it does the same thing as everyone else says where unlocking with the fob it honks three times, but it also has the security light stay on when I am driving. I know I never had a security system before because the security light never blinked when locked it. It seems that the security light stays on because something is not being detected, but I don't have a sentry key, never have. Help! Don't know what to do....my truck is great besides this and I need it for a while longer.