5 Symptoms of a faulty car immobilizer
As you might imagine, a faulty immobilizer can render your car undriveable. Here we explain how immobilizers work and what to look out for if you suspect your immobilizer is faulty. Here’s how an immobilizer works
On many modern cars, only someone with the key fob can start the car. Below are five common symptoms that a defective immobilizer can cause:
1) Door Won’t Open
Whatever the case may be, without a working key and immobilizer, you won’t be able to transfer the key properly.
2) Doors won’t lock
If you can’t open your doors with your key fob, you probably can’t lock them with the key. That means you’ll have to leave the doors unlocked or the windows closed if they lock automatically after a certain amount of time.
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If there is no other logical explanation for the engine problem or a mechanical issue, the wiring in your vehicle’s immobilizer may be the culprit.
5) Faulty Wiring