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Tiny
DCBARRY
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  • 2004 CHRYSLER SEBRING
  • 4 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 90,000 MILES
When I bought the car it did not come with a key fob. I have been driving it for about a year now, It seems to be a problem with anti theft, the column will not lock up when you turn the wheel with the key out. The car will not start, the light on the column flashes and the the four ways flash when the key is turned to the on position. When the door is opened the chime like when a key is in the ignition is intermittent but a pattern, so I know that the car is doing it intentionally. After a few minutes the car doesn't do anything, lights and chimes turn off and its like there is no problem. It is just dead. Right now I do not have the money to tow it to a garage to get it fixed.
Can the security system be rest where it is parked and how do I go about getting a new fob for it?

Thank you very much.
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Sunday, July 26th, 2015 AT 5:37 AM

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Tiny
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The sentry key security system will totally disable the car if someone tries to start it with the incorrect key. To reset the system requires putting a working skim key in the ignition, turn the key to the on position (not starting), and leave it on for an hour. I strongly suggest hooking up a battery charger so the battery does not go dead. If that doesn't work can contact an automotive locksmith that has the proper programming tool.
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Sunday, July 26th, 2015 AT 8:44 PM
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KEN L
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Hey guys,

Here is some information from the repair manual.

If an incorrect password is input five times in a row, the immobilizer-ECU judges that an unauthorized operation is being attempted. Start-prevention mode will be set, and engine operation will stop and all special functions will be disabled. If the ignition switch is turned to ON position and left in that position for approximately 20 minutes, Unauthorized operation, start- prevention mode will be canceled.

Let me know how it goes.

Best, Ken
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Monday, January 23rd, 2017 AT 7:21 AM
Tiny
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I got my alarm to reset by locking the doors ( on drivers door) the alarm light comes on. I left the key in the door, the light begins to flash. Pull the key out and open passengers door. Alarm goes off then put key in the door and shut it off. Then mine started
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Saturday, August 10th, 2019 AT 9:12 PM
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KEN L
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Excellent addition to this thread! Please feel free to help out whenever you are on the site :)
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Monday, August 12th, 2019 AT 11:00 AM
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If the programming for skim is removed from ECU does the car still go into lock down and will it work without anything connected where the skim was cause was told to not connect again or it program itself back in?
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Sunday, March 13th, 2022 AT 12:42 AM
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I don't think it will program itself once the SKIM is removed, Here are the directions on how to reprogram the unit.

NOTE: Before replacing the PCM for a failed driver, control circuit or ground circuit, be sure to check the related component/circuit integrity for failures not detected due to a double fault in the circuit. Most PCM driver/control circuit failures are caused by internal component failures (i.E. Relay and solenoids) and shorted circuits (i.E. Pull-ups, drivers and switched circuits). These failures are difficult to detect when a double fault has occurred and only one DTC has set.

When a PCM (SBEC) and the SKIM are replaced at the same time perform the following steps in order:
1. Program the new PCM (SBEC)
2. Program the new SKIM
3. Replace all ignition keys and program them to the new SKIM.

PROGRAMMING THE PCM (SBEC)
The SKIS Secret Key is an ID code that is unique to each SKIM. This code is programmed and stored in the SKIM, PCM and transponder chip (ignition keys). When replacing the PCM it is necessary to program the secret key into the new PCM using the DRB III. Perform the following steps to program the secret key into the PCM.
1. Turn the ignition switch on (transmission in park/neutral).
2. Use the DRBIII and select THEFT ALARM, SKIM then MISCELLANEOUS.
3. Select PCM REPLACED (GAS ENGINE).
4. Enter secured access mode by entering the vehicle four-digit PIN.
5. Select ENTER to update PCM VIN.

NOTE: If three attempts are made to enter secure access mode using an incorrect PIN, secured access mode will be locked out for one hour. To exit this lockout mode, turn the ignition to the RUN position for one hour then enter the correct PIN. (Ensure all accessories are turned off. Also monitor the battery state and connect a battery charger if necessary).

6. Press ENTER to transfer the secret key (the SKIM will send the secret key to the PCM).
7. Press Page Back to get to the Select System menu and select ENGINE, MISCELLANEOUS, and SRI MEMORY CHECK.
8. The DRB III will ask, Is odometer reading between XX and XX? Select the YES or NO button on the DRB III. If NO is selected, the DRB III will read, Enter odometer Reading. Enter the odometer reading from the Instrument Panel and press ENTER.

PROGRAMMING THE SKIM
1. Turn the ignition switch on (transmission in park/neutral).
2. Use the DRB III and select THEFT ALARM, SKIM then MISCELLANEOUS.
3. Select PCM REPLACED (GAS ENGINE).
4. Program the vehicle four-digit PIN into SKIM.
5. Select COUNTRY CODE and enter the correct country.

NOTE: Be sure to enter the correct country code. If the incorrect country code is programmed into SKIM, the SKIM must be replaced.

6. Select YES to update VIN (the SKIM will learn the VIN from the PCM).
7. Press ENTER to transfer the secret key (the PCM will send the secret key to the SKIM).
8. Program ignition keys to SKIM.

NOTE: If the PCM and the SKIM are replaced at the same time, all vehicle keys will need to be replaced and programmed to the new SKIM.

PROGRAMMING IGNITION KEYS TO THE SKIM
1. Turn the ignition switch on (transmission in park/neutral).
2. Use the DRB III and select THEFT ALARM, SKIM then MISCELLANEOUS.
3. Select PROGRAM IGNITION KEY'S.
4. Enter secured access mode by entering the vehicle four-digit PIN.

NOTE: A maximum of eight keys can be learned to each SKIM. Once a key is learned to a SKIM it (the key) cannot be transferred to another vehicle.

If ignition key programming is unsuccessful, the DRB III will display one of the following messages:

Programming Not Attempted - The DRB III attempts to read the programmed key status and there are no keys programmed into SKIM memory.

Programming Key Failed (Possible Used Key From Wrong Vehicle) - SKIM is unable to program key due to one of the following:
- faulty ignition key transponder
- ignition key is programmed to another vehicle. 8 Keys Already Learned, Programming Not Done-SKIM transponder ID memory is full.

5. Obtain ignition keys to be programmed from customer (8 keys maximum).
6. Using the DRB III, erase all ignition keys by selecting MISCELLANEOUS and ERASE ALL CURRENT IGN. KEYS.
7. Program all ignition keys. Learned Key In Ignition - Ignition key transponder ID is currently programmed in SKIM memory.
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