Are you looking to program a new key fob for your 2005 Dodge Durango? Programming your key fob yourself can save you time and money compared to dealership services. This guide provides clear, step-by-step instructions to program your 2005 Dodge Durango key fob, ensuring you regain full remote access to your vehicle.
The 2005 Dodge Durango models come with two different key and remote systems. It’s crucial to identify which system your Durango uses to follow the correct programming procedure. Procedure #1 is for Durango models with a remote/key without a transponder chip, while Procedure #2 is for those with a transponder chip. Determine your key type before proceeding to ensure successful programming.
Procedure #1: Programming for Remote/Key WITHOUT Transponder
This procedure is specifically for 2005 Dodge Durango keys that do not have a transponder chip. Please note that any previously programmed remotes or keys that are not used during this programming sequence will no longer function. This process programs only the remote function of the key.
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Get inside your 2005 Dodge Durango and make sure all doors are completely closed. Turn the ignition to the “RUN” position. This is the position right before you would start the engine.
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Take any already programmed remote or key and press and hold the UNLOCK button for a duration between 4 and 10 seconds.
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While still holding the UNLOCK button, within that 4 to 10 second window, press and hold the PANIC button simultaneously. You should hear a chime sound, indicating that the system has entered programming mode. Release both buttons at this point.
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Within 60 seconds of hearing the chime, you need to program each additional remote or key. For each unprogrammed remote/key, press and hold both the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons at the same time for 2 seconds, then release. You should hear another chime. Within 4 seconds of this chime, press and release the UNLOCK button. A chime sound will confirm successful programming of that remote/key.
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Turn the ignition to the “OFF” position and remove the key from the ignition.
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Test each programmed remote/key to ensure the programming was successful.
Procedure #2: Programming for Remote/Key WITH Transponder
This programming procedure for 2005 Dodge Durango key fobs with a transponder is designed for vehicles manufactured in the USA. Important: You must have two already working and programmed remote/keys to use this procedure to add a third key. If you only have one working key, this procedure will not work for adding a second key.
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Take your first programmed remote/key and insert it into the ignition. Turn the ignition to the “ON” position for 5 seconds. Do not start the engine. After 5 seconds, turn the key to the “OFF” position and remove the key from the ignition.
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Within 5 seconds of removing the first key, insert your second working programmed remote/key into the ignition. Turn the ignition to the “ON” position again (do not start the engine). The security light on your dashboard should begin to flash, and you may hear a chime within 10 seconds. After 10 seconds, turn the key to the “OFF” position and remove it. Note: Some 2005 Durango models may only flash the security light without a chime.
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Within 5 seconds of removing the second key, insert the new, uncut remote/key that you wish to program into the ignition. Turn the ignition to the “ON” position (again, do not start the engine). The security light should flash, and within 10 seconds, you should hear a chime, and the security light should turn off. Once the security light goes off, your new remote/key should be successfully programmed. Turn the ignition to the “OFF” position and remove the key.
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Test the newly programmed key and remote functions to verify successful programming.
If you encounter difficulties programming your 2005 Dodge Durango key fob, or if you prefer professional assistance, you can search for a local key fob programming service in your area by entering your city or zip code online. Professional installers have the tools and expertise to program your key fob efficiently.
