* Low battery: A dying battery is a common cause of spurious alarm activations.
* Door ajar/hood ajar: Make sure all doors, the hood, and the trunk are securely closed.
* Faulty sensor: A malfunctioning door, hood, or trunk sensor might be triggering the alarm.
* Remote issues: A problem with your key fob could be causing it to inadvertently trigger the alarm.
* Aftermarket alarm (if installed): If you have an aftermarket alarm system installed, it may have its own specific reset procedure.
How to stop the alarm:
1. Unlock the car with your key fob: This is the most common solution. Try this first.
2. Use the key in the driver's side door: If the fob isn't working, try unlocking the car with the physical key.
3. Check the car for anything that might be triggering the alarm: Carefully inspect all doors, the hood, and the trunk to make sure they are completely closed.
4. Disconnect the battery (last resort): If none of the above works, disconnecting the negative terminal of your car battery for a few minutes will disable the alarm. Reconnect it afterward. This will reset the system but will also erase the radio presets.
If the alarm keeps going off after trying these steps:
You'll likely need to have your car checked by a mechanic or Dodge dealership to diagnose and fix the underlying issue. A faulty sensor or electrical problem could be to blame.