How do I reset my VW Passat immobilizer?

How do I reset my VW Passat immobilizer?

Turn off the engine and remove the key from the ignition. Press the “Lock” button on the smart key to lock your system and reset the immobilizer anti-theft system.

How do you reset the computer on a 2007 Volkswagen Passat?

The following reset my service computer on my 2007 VW Passat 2.0T:

  1. Hold down the wrench button (right hand of the trip reset button).
  2. While holding the wrench button, turn on the ignition.
  3. The computer will now show something like: ‘Service Now’.
  4. Release the wrench button.

What is immobilizer active?

The immobilizer system is responsible for keeping the car from turning on with an unregistered key. If the system is not allowing you to turn on the vehicle with a registered key, it is likely because of the presence of a second registered key, an automated payment device, or an automated toll road device.

Why is the Immobilizer not working on my 2006 VW Passat?

An expert whose answer got voted for 2 times. After trying to program a new key (didn’t work), the old key won’t work on my 2006 vw passat. Now without the key in the ignition the immobilizer active light is displayed, and the radio won’t shut down, any suggestion would be appreciated ty.

Is there a way to restart a Volkswagon immobilizer?

Try again to remove the key from the ignition. Insert your original, synced smart key into the car ignition and start the engine. Turn off the engine and remove the key from the ignition. Press the “Lock” button on the smart key to lock your system and reset the immobilizer anti-theft system.

Why is the electronic immobilizer not working on my Jetta?

Electronic immobilizer my vw jetta wont start and the electronic immobilizer light is flashing but it starts then just turns off. Clicking this will make more experts see the question and we will remind you when it gets answered.

How to reset the ignition key on a 2006 Volkswagon Passat?

Re: Immobilizer active reset on 2006 volkswagon passat First of all you need to programm all ignition keys using suitable diagnostic equipment (VAS, VAG-Com) connected to the data link connector of the car. You have an electronic immobilizer key recognition problem.