Where can I get help with Kia immobiliser problems?
Click to expand… Yes and yes to both questions normally go for around £10 . If you cant find any onEBaytry SedonaGary at [email protected] or mobile 07799408459. Theantennais always a good place to start with immobiliser problems
Where is the immobiliser antenna on a Kia?
There is an immobiliser antenna in the column at ignition switch which should pick up the chip in the key and turn off the immobiliser. Sometimes these go faulty or be intermittent. Try using the spare key and see if its ok.
What does immobilizer light do on Kia CRDi?
When you turn the key on my 2008 Rio crdi the immobilizer light comes on. When the engine starts it goes out (yours probably the same). With my car the fault was intermittent but sounds the same. Its across the whole KIA range.
How much does it cost to replace Kia immobiliser aerial?
Just checked. it was only the ‘immobiliser aerial’ that needed to be replaced. Apparently they rust out and become temperamental. Supplied and fitted for £58.47 ex VAT. If left, it can cause the immobiliser control box to pack-up. I was quoted £250 to supply and fit but luckily only needed the aerial. I’ve had no problems with starting since.
How does the immobiliser work on a Kia?
It comes on with ignition on before you start the car. Like Davy says, try other key, if it is still playing up it will be the immobiliser antenna coil. Its actually the ring around the barrel that has the writing on it which reads the info on the chip inside the key.
How often does the Kia immobilizer light come on?
Car will crank but starter will cut out after about 1-2 Car will crank but starter will cut out after about 1-2 seconds. It may start about every 30 tries The key immobilized light stays on while engine is cranking. read more
How to get code for Kia immobilizer reset?
Password XXXXX be used to register the master keys when you lost the ID key by using a tester (such as Hi-scan). 1. Initial passwordThe initial password XXXXX ICM has been set by the manufacturer as 2345.Key can be registered and corrected by using the initial password XXXXX a new password XXXXX XXXXX 2.
How to disable anti-theft system in your car in the right?
Insert the key in the door lock all the way and then turn the key to unlock your car door, but don’t release it. You want to hold the key in the unlock position for twenty to thirty seconds. This lets the car recognize that you have the right key and will disengage and reset the system.