Took it to the dealer to have new key cut. They are having problems with programming. They say it gets to 30% and then gets kicked out. They are saying that they are having to look for shorts. Van was running just fine before the keys were lost. What can or needs to be done?
SOURCE: On Chrysler Town and Country van keys were locked in the car and
does this van have factory theft device? if so you may have to reset to get the ramp working
SOURCE: 2003 Chrysler T&C Key programming
STANDARD PROCEDURE - TRANSPONDER PROGRAMMING
USING A DRB III® SCAN TOOL
All Sentry Keys included with the vehicle are pre-programmed to work 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 a total of eight Sentry Keys. When programming a blank Sentry Key transponder, the key must first be cut to match the ignition lock cylinder of the vehicle for which it will be used. The vehicle's four digit PIN code will be required to complete this task since you will need it to enter the Secured Access Mode in the SKIM. The following steps must be completed using a DRB III® scan tool:
To learn additional keys, turn the ignition OFF, remove the learned key, insert the next new blank key, and repeat the steps from the beginning.
“CUSTOMER LEARN” MODE
This feature is only available on domestic vehicles or those which have a U.S. country code designator. This procedure requires access to at least two valid Sentry Keys. If two valid Sentry Keys are not available, Sentry Key programming will require the use of a DRB III® scan tool.
The steps required to program Sentry Keys with two valid Sentry Keys follows:
These steps must be completed in their entirety for each additional Sentry Key to be programmed. If any of the above steps are not completed in the given sequence, or within the allotted time, the SKIS will exit the "Customer Learn" programming mode and the programming will be unsuccessful. The SKIS will also automatically exit the "Customer Learn" programming mode if:
NOTE: If you attempt to start the vehicle while in “Customer Learn” mode (LED flashing), the vehicle will behave as though an invalid key is being used (i.e. the engine will stall after two (2) seconds of running). No faults will be logged.
NOTE: Once a Sentry Key has been programmed to a particular vehicle, it cannot be used on any other vehicle.
Testimonial: "Well, I checked on what DRB III Scan tool costs, and I at 6-8K for a kit, you know I'm ok with the $45 it will cost me to have the dealership do it."
SOURCE: 2003 Chrysler Town and Country Van. Radio has a
check antenna connection at rear of radio and window antenna for damage or breaks
SOURCE: 1997 chrysler town & country was cutting out,died,now wont start
you need to put a scanner on it and see what code comes up.
my guess would be the crank sensor which is very common .
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