Programming New Key Fob Transmitter for 99

[aaworm]

I have the two original key fobs that came with my ’99, when I purchased it new; however, the plastic opening at the top of the key fob (for the metal key ring) had broke on one, so I’m concerned the other one will eventually break. Therefore, I purchased a new key fob from Partsrack (https://www.viperpartsrackamerica.com/index.php/products/1996-2002-dodge-viper-key-fob-transmitter-04865431aa-REMOTE-) (different design than the original), but after searching around the forum, I’m not 100% clear on how to program this new key fob for my ’99 (seems there’s a difference with ’98 and older models).

I don’t want to go to the dealer to get assistance as I don’t think its necessary and I’m concerned someone will try (without really knowing how) and mess things up. In the end, I want the original key fobs to still work, plus the new one.

Any help is very much appreciated.

[bulitt]

Check your owners manual.
My manual has the procedure for an 08, but doubt they are the same...

[Steve-Indy]

YOUR instructions are in this thread:

https://driveviper.com/forums/threads/threads/21117-Key-Fob-Taking-a-Hike

[aaworm]

Thanks Steve. That's the thread for some reason I couldn't find, but did remember vaguely.

[Rich Detert]

Key Fob Programming (Gen I/II) Dodge Viper

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1. Ensure the alarm system is not armed.

2. (1996 ~ 1998 GEN II) Ground pin C13 loose green wire taped to harness of EEM connector, which is
under dash mounted on the left side of trans tunnel, directly above accelerator. Easy access if you remove
knee bolster and rubber bungee cord that holds EEM to tunnel. Note: The green wire usually tucked up under
the dash to the left of the radio that has a rubber boot on the end and nothing plugged into it. Find that wire,
ground it and you should be good to go with programming.

2A. (1999 ~ 2002) As #2, but instead of C13 you're grounding Terminal 1 of the DLC. (DLC is the Data
Link Connector, i.e. the under dash OBD2 connector which is above your left knee)

2B. (ALL GEN I) Ground green "Program" Wire located next to SAM and RKE modules. Is a green wire
with a bullet connector on end. Is located under driver's side instrument panel.

NOTE: Use a low amperage fused jumper wire to insure no problems and protect from mistakes.
Make certain sure you're connecting to a solid body ground by testing it with an ohm meter.

3. Turn ignition to run position while green wire is still grounded!

4. EEM acknowledges entry into programming mode by flashing the dash LED.

If it doesn't flash, you either:
- Have the wrong wire
- Aren't solidly grounded
- You came off ground after the ignition switch was placed in the run position. Start over.

5. (All GEN II) Press BOTH buttons on the transmitter simultaneously and continuously for 10 seconds.
You will hear a triple horn chirp when FOB is accepted by the EEM.

5B. (All GEN I) Press and release the arm or disarm button on either FOB, then same for the next.

6. You MUST program all FOBS during the same programming process. You can program up to 4 on
a GEN II and I think only 2 on a GEN I.

That's it. Turn the ignition off and remove green wire from ground, then test the arm and disarm functions.