2008 Dodge Ram 2500 Pickup Owner Manual Diesel - Page 22

20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE being set. After the alarm is set, the SECURITY light will flash at a slower rate to indicate that the system is armed. NOTE: If the SECURITY light stays on continuously during vehicle operation, have the system checked by an authorized dealer. To Disarm the System: Use the RKE transmitter to UNLOCK the door. If something has triggered the system in your absence, the horn will sound three times when you unlock the doors and the SECURITY light will flash for 30 seconds. Check the vehicle for tampering. The Security Alarm System will also disarm if the vehicle is started with a programmed Sentry Key௡. If an unprogrammed Sentry Key௡ is used to start a vehicle, the engine will run for two seconds and then the Security Alarm will be initiated. To exit the alarming mode, press the RKE UNLOCK button, or start the vehicle with a programmed Sentry Key௡. The Security Alarm System is designed to protect your vehicle; however, you can create conditions where the system will arm unexpectedly. If you remain in the vehicle and lock the doors with the RKE transmitter, the alarm will sound when you pull the door handle to exit. The door will be locked, but the Security Alarm System will not arm. ILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED The courtesy lights will turn on when you use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Transmitter or open the doors. This feature is only available if you have Remote Keyless Entry. The lights will fade to off after about 30 seconds, or they will immediately fade to off once the ignition switch is turned ON.