I never even saw that option when I bought my new truck and I studied the
options for 2 weeks first :-)
Won't be the first time I was wrong and probably not the last :-)
Preacher
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----- Original Message -----
From: <fdedip@whale-mail.com>
To: <dakota-truck@buffnet.net>
Sent: Sunday, January 30, 2000 6:01 PM
Subject: Re: Re[3]: DML: Remote Start Key question
> 1998 Dakota Pickup's Owner Manual, page #9
> SMART KEY: (actually, they spell it SMARY key, but we know what they
> mean)
> Your vehicle is equipped with the Smart Key system. Wth this system,
> an electronically coded ignition key sends a signal to the vehicle
> electronics. If the electronics recognizes the signal, the vehicle
> will start and run. If the system does not recognize the signal the
> vehicle will start and run for 2 seconds then shut off.
> The Theft Alarm Light (the infamous green halo light) will illuminate
> for about 2 seconds when the ignition switch is first turned to the
> On position. If the vehicle electronics do no recognize the signal
> from the ignition key, the theft alarm light will flash continuously
> to signal that the vehicle has been immobilized....
>
> p. #10
> Replacement Keys
> NOTE: Only keys that have been programmed to the vehicle electronics
> can be used to start the vehicle.
> At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided with a 4
> digit PIN number. This # is required for dealer replacement of
> keys. Duplication of keys may be performed at an authorized dealer
> or by using the Customer Key Programming procedure. This procedure
> consists of programming a blank key to the vehcile electronics. A
> blank key is one which has never been programmed.
> NOTE: When having the Smart Key System serviced, bring all vehicle
> keys to the dealer.
>
> Flip
>
>
> ---- Begin Original Message ----
>
> From: fawcett@uism.bu.edu
> Sent: Sun, 30 Jan 2000 17:02:50 -0500
> To: <dakota-truck@buffnet.net>
> Subject: Re[3]: DML: Remote Start Key question
>
>
>
> Hate to dispute you Flip, but it just ain't so unless you consider
> a '98 and a
> '99 Dakota not new enough. We have had extra keys made for the '99
> and there
> is nothing funky about it --like going through the factory to get one.
>
> The "special" ignition keys have a chip or something in 'em which
> makes the
> handle part much larger or thicker than normal. The standard keys
> have no such
> feature.
>
> If you don't believe me I'll make you a bet. Go to you're local lock
> smith and
> have a dupe made... If it don't work, I'll send you the cost of the
> dupe.
> Deal? Just so you know, I'm saying all this from memory... I'm not
> looking at
> a service guide or anything so it's a fair bet. If I'm wrong I'm
> good for the
> $$. Otherwise Bob (A.K.A. Knuckles) Nichols from Joisey will break
> both my
> legs! ;-)
> Tom
>
> ______________________________ Reply Separator
> _________________________________
> Subject: Re: Re: DML: Remote Start Key question
> Author: <dakota-truck@buffnet.net> at smtpout
> Date: 1/30/00 12:52 PM
>
>
> No, if you have a newer model Dak, it's true. I'm astonished that
> noone on the DML seems to know this. They told me about it when I
> picked up my Dak- I don't think it's even optional, it just is
> there. The key sends an electric signal to the ignition- if it
> doesn't get that signal, it will start, then cut out in a couple
> seconds. I'm pretty sure there are instructions in the owners manual
> about the key. They tell you how to program a new key for the
> ignition, but you need 2 keys already set for the ignition to do it.
> If you lose a key, you have to order a replacement from the factory
> using the # that is on the little plastic bag the keys came in.
> Flip
>
>
>
> ---- Begin Original Message ----
>
> From: fawcett@uism.bu.edu
> Sent: Sun, 30 Jan 2000 14:05:24 -0500
> To: <dakota-truck@buffnet.net>
> Subject: Re: DML: Remote Start Key question
>
>
> I've heard of these types of "secure" ignitions before and I think
> Dodge has
> got 'em but it's an optional thing (not even sure if it's offered on
> the Dakota
> line)... The keys look totally different (much larger and a
> different cut) so
> unless you got some kind of special option (which you would obviously
> know
> about) I think the guy is full of it.
>
> If there is a circuit city around I'd give them a call (and see how
> much they
> would charge to install it) and see what they say... I dunno why,
> but the
> circuity city near me has an install crew that really *seems* to know
> their
> stuff (they installed my alarm).
> Good luck.
> Tom
>
>
>
> ---- End Original Message ----
>
>
>
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