Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2006 Dodge and Ram Sprinter 2500 L5-2.7L DSL TurboFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Sentry Key Remote Entry Module Transponder Ring
SENTRY KEY REMOTE ENTRY MODULE TRANSPONDER RING
REMOVAL
1. Open hood, disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
2. Wait two minutes for the system reserve capacitor to discharge before beginning any system or component service.
3. Remove the steering column shrouds.
4. Unsnap the SKREEM transponder from the ignition cylinder.
5. Remove top cover - cluster.
6. Disconnect the transponder electrical connector from the SKREEM.
7. Maneuver wiring from instrument panel and remove transponder from vehicle.
INSTALLATION
1. Maneuver wiring through instrument panel.
2. Connect the transponder electrical connect or to the SKREEM .
3. Install the top cover - cluster
4. Snap the SKREEM transponder in place around the ignition cylinder.
5. Install the steering column shrouds.
6. Connect the battery negative cable.
7. Verify vehicle and system operation.
8. Close hood.
REMOVAL
1. Open hood, disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
2. Wait two minutes for the system reserve capacitor to discharge before beginning any system or component service.
3. Remove the steering column shrouds.
Transponder Ring:
4. Unsnap the SKREEM transponder from the ignition cylinder.
5. Remove top cover - cluster.
6. Disconnect the transponder electrical connector from the SKREEM.
7. Maneuver wiring from instrument panel and remove transponder from vehicle.
INSTALLATION
1. Maneuver wiring through instrument panel.
2. Connect the transponder electrical connect or to the SKREEM .
3. Install the top cover - cluster
4. Snap the SKREEM transponder in place around the ignition cylinder.
5. Install the steering column shrouds.
6. Connect the battery negative cable.
7. Verify vehicle and system operation.
8. Close hood.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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