What to do when immobiliser light goes out?
Had the same Problem on our 2003 Convoy diesel after taking the battery out and replacing it. Immobiliser light flashing continuously, engine wouldn’t turn over etc. Resolved it by taking out yellow relay below ahtray, turning ignition on, waiting until immobiliser light goes out, then with ignition still on, replace yellow relay.
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.
What does the immobiliser light on a Ford car do?
There is an immobiliser light on early Fords. It’s always red and it’s normally a red dot, or a red padlock symbol. There are three things the Ford immobiliser light will do. Normal operation. With no keys in the ignition, or the car locked up, the red light will flash once every second.
Why does the Immo light come on when driving?
My IMMO light came on when driving and did not effect the drive of the car. I later found out the IMMO light should be off when driving. The key fob was faulty and the spare key did the trick. IMMO light off and drives the same tho. Thanks for all your advice.
What does the Immobilizer warning light on my car mean?
Generally, when you first start the engine, this light will illuminate for a few seconds showing that the correct key has been used. If the computer doesn’t recognize the code on the key, the light will flash multiple times. You won’t be able to start the engine until you use a recognized key.
What does it mean when immobilizer light flashes multiple times?
If the computer doesn’t recognize the code on the key, the light will flash multiple times. You won’t be able to start the engine until you use a recognized key. If you have a keyless ignition in your vehicle, make sure that the key is close enough to register with the receiver inside the car.
What happens when you turn on the Immobilizer?
The overall idea is the same though, whenever you turn the key, the car’s computer reads a code from the key and checks it against the codes that are currently known. If the computer finds a match, it will let you start the engine. If a key match is not detected, a few things can happen.
Do you need an immobiliser light on a Ford car?
The newer Ford cars do not have an immobiliser light. They have a display that will tell you what the problem is. If you need a new Key battery, check out our Resources page which will take you to our Amazon Store. The increase in proximity smart keys is causing a big problem for owners.