Truck will not stay running with spare key?

2004 DODGE DAKOTA
140,000 MILES • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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JOHN WEIBLING
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I lost the key I always use, and the spare key starts the truck, but it shuts off a few seconds later. Both the key I lost, and the spare key fobs don't work. But the spare key fob has nothing inside it. Was wondering how I can use the spare key to drive because this is my only vehicle?
Jul 16, 2023 at 2:42 PM
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You might have to get a mobile locksmith out to program a new key from you, it should cost about $200.00 but can I ask if the security light is flashing? If not, then it is not a security issue. Please check out this guide:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/stall-at-idle

Also, you might want to try a hard system reboot. Please check out this guide to tell you how:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/step-by-step-guide-performing-a-hard-system-reboot-for-your-vehicles-electronics-systems

Let us know what happens and please upload pictures or videos of the problem so we can see what's going on.

Jul 17, 2023 at 12:15 PM
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