Dodge Dakota Key Fob and Keyless Entry (844)FOB-KEYS

Dodge Dakota Duplicate Keys

If you have two functional keys and want to add an extra key, Dodge Dakota furnish an on-board procedure to program a third key. You can purchase a cut key online and follow the programming instructions bellow.

1. Using first programmed key, turn the ignition switch to the ON position for 5 seconds. (Do not crank engine).
2. Turn the first key off and remove.
3. Within 5 seconds insert second functional key into the ignition and turn to the ON position (Do not crank engine).
4. Security light will begin to flash or beep sound within 10 seconds.
5. Turn key off and remove.
6. Within 5 seconds insert third cut key and turn the ignition switch to the ON position (Do not crank engine).
7. The security light should start flashing and within 10 seconds a beep should sound.
8. The security light should go out indicating that the new key is programmed.
9. Turn key to the OFF position, remove key.

Dodge Dakota bad key error

A common Dodge Dakota vehicle problem is when the key turn, but the car will not start and display a "Bad Key Error" Message on the dashboars. The design of these digital boards keys is not flawless and the possibility that the chip will go bad is very high. A typical problem that might happens is a broken or cracked exterior plastic shell that lets moisture from the air penetrate and weaken the circuit board and the chip inside the key that causes it to get damaged. The chip in the key is damaged and the vehicle computer does not recognize it anymore. In this situation you will have to choose between towing the vehicle to the dealer to call a mobile locksmith to your location to reprogram and sync your old key back to the immobiliser or duplicate the key on the spot.

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