Dakota 2WD V8-4.7L VIN J (2005)
Keyless Entry Transmitter: Component Tests and General Diagnostics
Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter
Using special tool 9001, first test to ensure that the transmitter is functioning. Typical testing distance is 2.5 centimeters (1 inch) for Asian transmitters
and 30.5 centimeters (12 inches) for all others. To test, position the transmitter as shown. Press any transmitter button, then test each button
individually. The tool will beep if a radio signal strength that lights five or more LED's is detected. Repeat this test three times. If transmitter fails any of
the test refer to the proper Diagnostic Procedures information.
Remote Keyless Entry Customer Preferences
HORN CHIRP DISABLING/ENABLING
The horn chirp can be toggled using a scan tool or by using the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
To DISABLE (cancel) the horn chirp feature: With the ignition in the ON position, press and hold the transmitter LOCK button for four seconds. While
pressing the LOCK button in, press the PANIC button within 6 seconds. Release both buttons when a single chime is heard.
To ENABLE the horn chirp feature, repeat the above procedure.
UNLOCK SEQUENCE
The unlock sequence can be toggled using a scan tool or by using the following procedure.
1. Place the key in the ignition.
2. Within 10 seconds, cycle the key from the OFF position to the ON position four times, ending in the ON position (Do not start the engine).
3. Within 30 seconds, press the driver's door lock switch in the UNLOCK direction. A single chime will be heard to indicate the feature has been
disabled.
This will toggle between Driver door first and Unlock all doors function.
To ENABLE this feature, repeat the above procedure.
Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter Batteries
The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter case snaps open and shut for battery access. To replace the RKE transmitter batteries:
1. Using a trim stick or a thin coin, gently pry at the notch in the center seam of the RKE transmitter case halves until the two halves unsnap.
2. Lift the back half of the transmitter case off of the RKE transmitter.
3. Remove the two batteries from the RKE transmitter.
4. Replace the battery with a new CR2032. Be certain that the battery is installed with the polarity correctly oriented.
5. Align the two RKE transmitter case halves with each other, and squeeze them firmly and evenly together using hand pressure until they snap back
into place.
