2010 Dodge Dakota Extended Cab Owner Manual - Page 20
2010 Dodge Dakota Extended Cab Manual
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM - IF EQUIPPED The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the vehicle doors and ignition for unauthorized operation. When the Vehicle Security Alarm is activated it will provide both audible and visible signals. The horn will sound repeatedly for the three minutes and the headlights, park lamps and/or turn signals and Vehicle Security Light will flash for an additional 15 minutes. The engine will not run until the Vehicle Security Alarm is disarmed To Set the Alarm The Vehicle Security Alarm will set when you use the power door locks, or use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to lock the doors. After all the doors are locked and closed, the Vehicle Security Light in the instrument cluster will flash rapidly for approximately 15 seconds to signal that the Vehicle Security Alarm is arming. After the Vehicle Security Alarm is set, the Vehicle Security Light will flash at a slower rate to indicate that the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed. NOTE: If the Vehicle Security Light stays on continuously during vehicle operation, have the Vehicle Security Alarm checked by an authorized dealer. To Disarm the System Use the RKE transmitter to unlock the door. If something has triggered the Vehicle Security Alarm in your absence, the horn will sound three times when you unlock the doors. Check the vehicle for tampering. The Vehicle Security Alarm 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 shut down. After six unsuccessful attempts at starting the engine, the Vehicle Security Alarm will shut down until the correct key is used. To exit alarming mode, press the RKE transmitter UNLOCK button or start the vehicle with a programmed Sentry Key. 2