Why does my Nissan immobiliser key not work?
A auto electrician said the problem was my key had lost its code, it was coroded inside & would have to be replaced. He had a locksmith prepare a new key, but it still did not work. The computer code still showed a fault with the immobiliser. He said he could not help me any further, so he had the vehicle towed to the local Nissan dealer.
Can a locksmith replace a Mercedes Benz key?
Key replacement is an easy task for many vehicle locksmiths, depending if the owner has the original key or not. However, we have the advanced equipment and the required certification from Mercedes-Benz to make and replace a Mercedes key for any model.
How do you reset an immobilizer in a car?
Most models are also equipped with an alarm system as part of the security system. If something triggers the immobilizer or the alarm system, you need to reset and rearm the system. Open the driver’s side door. Close the other doors. Press the power door-lock switch on the keyless entry fob. Close the driver’s side door.
How does a car immobilizer system get triggered?
Another common way for the system becoming triggered is to simply disconnect the battery to install a new unit or if the battery is allowed to go dead and then jump started. These can sometimes cause an electrical surge triggering the immobilizer system. How Does it Work?
Can a locksmith reprogram a failed immobilizer?
A common customer problem is lost keys, a failed immobilizer or defective ECU. Regardless of the vehicle, in order to solve the problem, the automotive locksmith must be able to retrieve key security information or reprogram the memory chip inside the module itself (immobilizer or ECU).
What to do if you lose your immobilizer key?
Insert the second transponder key into ignition lock cylinder for registration DO NOT TURN ON. The Security light may blink indicating it has accepted the key. After 3-5 seconds remove the second key from ignition. Security light should remain on indicating you’re still in programming mode. 4.
How to insert third transponder key in ignition lock cylinder?
Insert third transponder key into ignition lock cylinder for registration DO NOT TURN ON. After security light goes off remove third key from ignition. The security light should extinguish and then commence to blink regularly. 5. Wait 30 seconds for the programming cycle and programming mode to close.
What happens if I Lose my Toyota immobilizer?
This engine immobilizer system presents a barrier to many owners when it comes time to swap out a bad ECU, or if you’ve lost all the master keys and can’t program new keys. While taking the car to a dealership or locksmith is an option, it could get expensive because you are at their mercy.