Programming your key fob for a 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 can be a straightforward process you can accomplish right at home, saving you a trip to the dealership. This guide will walk you through the necessary steps to program your Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system, ensuring you regain full control over your vehicle’s access.
Step-by-Step Programming Instructions
Follow these detailed steps to program your 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 key fob:
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Prepare Your Vehicle: Begin by unlocking all doors of your 2009 Dodge Ram 1500. It’s also crucial to disarm the Vehicle Theft Security System if it’s active. This ensures there are no interruptions during the programming process.
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Ignition Key Insertion: Insert your ignition key into the ignition switch. Do not start the engine.
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Turn Ignition to RUN: Turn the ignition key to the “RUN” position. This position is just before you would crank the engine to start. Ensure the engine remains off throughout the programming.
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Initiate Programming Sequence: Take a functional key fob transmitter (if you have one). Press and hold the “UNLOCK” button on this working key fob for a duration of five to ten seconds. It’s important to maintain pressure on the button throughout this period.
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Engage PANIC Button: While still holding down the “UNLOCK” button, and before the ten-second window closes, press and release the “PANIC” button. Release both buttons simultaneously after pressing the “PANIC” button. Upon successful entry into programming mode, you will hear a single chime. This chime confirms that the RKE module is now ready to learn the new Vehicle Access Code from your key fob.
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Program New Key Fob: Within 30 seconds of hearing the chime, take the key fob you wish to program. Press and release both the “LOCK” and “UNLOCK” buttons on this new transmitter at the same time. Immediately after, press and release any single button on the transmitter again (either “LOCK”, “UNLOCK”, or “PANIC”). A shorter, abbreviated chime from the Body Control Module (BCM) will sound to indicate that the key fob programming was successful.
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Program Additional Key Fobs (Optional): If you have more key fobs to program for your 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 (up to a maximum of four), repeat step 6 for each additional transmitter. Remember to do this within the 30-second programming window.
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Exit Programming Mode: To exit the programming mode, you can either wait for 30 seconds to elapse, after which the system will automatically time out, or you can manually turn the ignition switch to the “OFF” position. A single chime will sound, confirming that the RKE module will no longer accept new Vehicle Access Codes.
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Verify Programming: Finally, turn the ignition switch to the “OFF” position and remove the key. Test the functionality of each programmed key fob to ensure they correctly lock and unlock your 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 and activate the panic alarm.
By following these steps carefully, you should be able to successfully program your 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 key fob and restore the convenience of remote keyless entry.
