The anti-theft system on the Dodge Nitro was not designed to be reset by the owner and requires software for a hard reboot that can only be acquired through a visit to the dealership. The cost of having the Anti-Theft Module reset averages under $100. To disable the alarm if set off in error, press the "unlock" button on the Nitro's RKE transmitter or insert the key manually into the lock cylinder of the driver's door and unlock it. Either approach will successfully reset the anti-theft's alarm. However, to disable an interior anti-theft warning light You will need to reprogRam the module and this can only be accomplished by a certified dealer or Dodge specialist.
Kathy C
July 30, 2020
To fix the Dodge Nitro anti-theft mechanism, you will insert the ignition key and turn it to the on spot, and then attempt to start the engine (crank over), the engine does not run. With the key still in the run spot, wait 10 minutes, and the safety light will flash and then go out. Turn the key off and wait for 5 seconds.
I tried this and my vehicle stopped turning over completely now it wont start at all?
Russell
July 26, 2022
That's not true.i have had two situations that required a hard reset and going on the third.thats why I'm on here.Somebody had posted the proper instructions online before and i followed them in order and rebooted my dodge nitro in my driveway.I have never had my nitro in a dodge dealership shop.Or any other shop for that matter.So check your facts.js
Russell
September 20, 2022
What were the steps? I have a 2008 Nitro and the red light flashes then goes off. I want to be prepared
Dennis
June 26, 2023
Russell, could you please repost those steps for a reboot?!
Brenda
September 14, 2022
Mechanic told me I'd have to go to the dealer for my dodge nitro security issue computers not reading the key can't start it at all . The dealer told me they won'twork on cars over 10 years old ☹️.....any way to get this done
I have the driver door locked all others open with fob and lock down yet drivers door will not unlock would this be wireing broken due to opening and closeing the drivers door this should be a recall as its a danger as to getting people out of car due to crashing dodge s**t software any help
Angel
August 12, 2022
My lady's son has a dodge nittro that had all those problems not starting n the alarm doing its own thing. First check the 30 Amp fuse that's located under the hood (J17) is the fuse number once replaced turn the ignition to the on position then press n hold the trip reset button. The guages n all lights (including the interior lights) will go up n down slowly 3 to 4 times then the Guage lights sum will turn off aswell as the alarm light once that happens the start the car
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