Can a thief change the Immobilizer on a Honda Odyssey?
Even if you have the proper keys for a new immobilizer unit, after replacement of the immobilizer, you’d have to program the van to the new unit. Think about it, if this wasn’t the case, a thief can just bring his own immobilizer and keys and swap it out on your van and take off with it.
What should I do if my immobilizer does not turn on?
When the system is normal, and the proper key is inserted, the indicator light comes on for 2 seconds, then it will go off. If the indicator starts to blink after 2 seconds, or if the engine does not start, repeat the starting procedure. If the engine still does not start, continue with this procedure. 1.
Why is my Honda Odyssey not recognizing the fob remote?
Either the immobilizer is not recognizing the key OR the car is not recognizing the immobilizer unit OR BOTH. The immobilizer only deals with the starting function and checks a chip in the key. FOB remote operation is completely separate so one has nothing to do with the other.
Why does my Honda Odyssey not start up?
The van won’t start and the green key light is flashing. The immobilizer is shutting off the fuel. The key Fob is working for the locks, tailgate opening etc. I think it is just a matter of a reset of some sort.
Is it possible to reset the Honda Odyssey immobilizer?
Is it possible to reset the immobilizer without towing to a dealer?I have a 2013 Odyssey I am repairing and replaced a bunch of electrical parts. The van won’t start and the green key light is flashing. The immobilizer is shutting off the fuel.
The van won’t start and the green key light is flashing. The immobilizer is shutting off the fuel. The key Fob is working for the locks, tailgate opening etc. I think it is just a matter of a reset of some sort.
Either the immobilizer is not recognizing the key OR the car is not recognizing the immobilizer unit OR BOTH. The immobilizer only deals with the starting function and checks a chip in the key. FOB remote operation is completely separate so one has nothing to do with the other.
Why is the Immobilizer light blinking on my Honda Civic?
The Immobilizer System light will blink if it cannot recognize the key coding. This can happen if you have the correctly coded key but you also have other immobilizer keys on the same key ring or a metal key fob, or if metals from other keys get in the way while you try to start the engine.