What does it mean when anti-theft is blinking?
The Anti-theft Light in the dash of your car should flash periodically to show that the system is engaged and active. You have to lock the doors of the car (without it running) for the alarm to engage.
How do I reset my anti-theft immobilizer?
Hold the panic button for five seconds to reset the immobilizer. Then press the lock button twice and wait ten meters from the car for ten minutes.
How do I fix my security immobilizer?
Many immobilizer problems can be fixed simply by simply replacing the battery in the key fob. Many transponder keys depend on a small battery to relay the security code to the car immobilizer. Be careful replacing the battery so you don’t accidentally damage the transponder chip inside.
What is immobilizer indicator light?
The immobilizer warning light turns on if your anti-theft system does not recognize the car key being used, if it’s the wrong key or low on battery.
When does the Immobilizer warning light come on?
The immobilizer warning light turns on if your anti-theft system does not recognize the car key being used, if it’s the wrong key or low on battery. Is it safe to drive with the immobilizer warning light on? A vehicle can be a big investment so it is important to make sure that no one can take your car without your keys.
When does the Infiniti security indicator light blink?
The security indicator light blinks whenever the ignition switch is in the LOCK, OFF or ACC position. This function indicates the INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System is operational. If the INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System is malfunctioning, the light will remain on while the ignition switch is in the ON position.
How does the immobilizer system protect your car?
The Immobilizer System protects your vehicle from theft. If an improperly-coded key (or other device) is used, the engine’s fuel system is disabled. The system may not recognize your key’s coding if another immobilizer key or other metal object (i.e. key fob) is near the ignition switch when you insert the key.
What to do if immobilizer key does not work?
If the engine fails to start using a registered INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System key (for example, when interference is caused by another INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System key, an automated toll road device or automatic payment device on the key ring), restart the engine using the following procedures: