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How to test and replace a car or truck immobilizer unit.
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How to test and replace an immobilizer unit. We will look at the fuses for the immobilizer unit, the dashboard bulb for the immobilizer and the wiring used for the immobilizer unit. Although these are not very difficult to replace the hurdle lies having the immobilizer paired to the ignition key. That will require the dealership or a very good locksmith. Hope this helps!
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@Sheep-Gate-Org 2 жыл бұрын

I usually do not comment on videos but Sir, this is one excellent video. I love the step-by-step, even the way you showed where the dial should be on the tester. Well done!!!

@crystalrichards4303 Жыл бұрын

Well I sure hoping this short video will help me fix my problem that my 2006 Honda Acura is having. Which by the sounds and looks of it you apparently know a great deal about vehicle . So I feel I'm in good hands to go ahead and order immobilizer so that I can get my car back up and running . I want to thank you so much for taking the time to make this short helpful video to show everyone step by step to check everything before taking and going out and buying parts that will be possibly may or may not be needed. So once again thank you very much for that helpful video .

@GamerFreak1117 Ай бұрын

Did you ever replace your immobilizer and did it fix your problem?

@mangeshdeshmukh2140 3 жыл бұрын

great video , you are best teacher , god bless , keep posting more videos

@loden888 Жыл бұрын

Great video, helped me a lot with a 2010 Honda Fit.

@Happy4Go2Lucky 3 жыл бұрын

On my 2001 Jeep grand Cherokee I had a dead battery after two years and I accidentally remove the positive cable thinking it was the negative cable and some kind of pump started coming on like the ABS pump. Anyway something caught on fire -there was smoke coming out of the fuse box. Well I got a new battery, got everything hooked up and the security Key light came on the dashboard. Thank you for your comment about pulling fuse for PCM. It looked OK till I got a magnifying glass and sure enough there was a break in the wire. I put a new fuse in and everything is working. Somehow a dead battery and then re-charging it it had a short in it somewhere that fried that fuse. Thank God it was just a fuse. Now the SKIM recognizes my key.

@preetdhillon764 3 жыл бұрын

Love it bro , thanks for your generousity

@kiranvedula1708 Жыл бұрын

loved the details..very well explained

@MichaelSimmons. 2 жыл бұрын

Very helpful. Thank you.

@robertporchile 2 жыл бұрын

I'm getting exactly 1v under what the battery is putting out. I have continuity and also Checked all the fuses for continuity and they all checked. Any recommendations?

@francisagyei694 3 жыл бұрын

Nice one keep on bringing more video thank you

@itzikvil1 3 жыл бұрын

great video and great information delivered so elaborated, thanks for that, i have problem with my Mazda MPV 2005, its randomly ignite, I type remote controller code, i get in to car insert key, rotate it and starter working but engine randomly power on, i can lock car wait 5 minutes (or random time also) and OPEN with remote controller car again and its igniting and no problem, my guess is immobilizer not good, does any one have another idea or work around how to fix this?

@adrianrx71 6 ай бұрын

Absolutely Perfect! So, Refreshing not to hear another self-important KnowItAll give a small amount of useable information, with much self promotion! I'm so inspired I may post my own "Get Right To The Point DYI Videos! God Bless You Sir!

@hinojosa552 3 жыл бұрын

Please anymore can tell me what kind of signal from immobilizer to BCM? A square or frequency signal? I want to know how to check that

@devinreuter3638 2 жыл бұрын

My key broke off from the fob, I bought a new one (key is fine, wasn't stuck) but I need to put the immobilizer chip into the fob. Is that part explained later in the video?

@patrickoneill9650 Жыл бұрын

I have a 2011 pushbutton start what does this component look like also can I still use the same key when I R&R the module

@martins4118 4 жыл бұрын

I miss the 1997 Nissan Maxima. Would you be doing anymore video with that car?

@hermanfs164 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@kellydepugh8614 Жыл бұрын

What do u do if ignition immobilizer is discontinued by GM ? I have a 2006 srx caddy v6

@abubakarisadiqueibrahim481 2 жыл бұрын

You make diagnosing a car so simple to even the layman. Thanks and keep it up.

@daniatrevino1497 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for your video very informative and very helpful

@adg-tv1913 2 жыл бұрын

Thank You for this video

@user-zv7mf9sh7w Жыл бұрын

excellent teacher great video.

@patrickoneill9650 Жыл бұрын

excellent I have this problem the shop says its the immobilizer unit but its not at the key switch I have a push button. on ebay they look like a module ???? any feedback would help TY

@dpbrennan7 Жыл бұрын

Good job my friend, even a none electronic inclined can ude.rstand

@yaseenhashim8538 3 жыл бұрын

thanks

@abdulrahmansalim9773 Жыл бұрын

Thanks senior

@doinmanut 6 ай бұрын

Great video, very helpful. Can I ask, when you took the immobiliser off, was that the transmitter that was attached to it? I've been advised I may have to replace mine 🙄

@stephenmras8519 8 ай бұрын

I had just reinstalled a rebuilt manual transmission. Started car and idled for a couple minutes just fine. Went to back up car and I stalled it. Attempting to restart and the Immobilizer green key light comes on for 2 seconds, then flashes and unable to start the car. I test at the 5th position of the Immobilizer harness plug and I get 12.36 volts, but the green light does not come on. Does this mean I have an issue in the harness? Have checked all pertinent fuses in both the under dash and under hood fuse areas and they are good.

@meassavuth4649 Жыл бұрын

Hello sir , can we do that for every cars and every models ? Thanks ,

@vargashumberto1 3 жыл бұрын

One of the most detailed and easily understandable videos I've seen. Thanks very helpful!

@CarsNToys 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@andrewking1026 11 ай бұрын

Going through this issue now with a 07 Acura tl type s. I had my old key reprogrammed, changed fuel pump, and changed fuses. Worked for 1 day then went back to flashing green with no start. I guess it’s my immobilizer so I’ll focus on that next.

@nonoyd 3 жыл бұрын

how do you test those fuses under the hood with clear glass on top? i have a fuse tester but i can only test the flat ones.

@naomifuentes3517 3 жыл бұрын

I had same problem and *Cyber_kor* on Instagram helped rectify mine. He is a great champ!. He is also on WhatsApp + 1 347 830 3644

@elyaspatel7002 Жыл бұрын

Thanx a Lots 👍

@ogbackroadcryptobootleg Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@mrsniper247 Жыл бұрын

Hi I've 2009 focus 1.6tdci. every morning no crank no start but if I keep at it for bout half hour it fires up first tip. The immobilizer light does be flashing mad. Any ideas what could be. Thanks to all

@TheSecrecyOfFrequency 5 ай бұрын

What part of the circuit was the Continuity Test actually testing? Yes you had continuity in a wire, but I could not make out what purpose that wire was serving?

@MrCoursair77 9 ай бұрын

Are the PGMFI color different from the motor to the inside relay the inside relay is blue… The outside relay is orange, and what would be the number of it the stock number I have a Honda Civic 2006LX2 door

@subiyota 3 жыл бұрын

Do you know if I get a used one it can be reprogrammed to my vehicle?

@naomifuentes3517 3 жыл бұрын

I had same problem and *Cyber_kor* on Instagram helped rectify mine. He is a great champ!. He is also on WhatsApp + 1 347 830 3644

@nowthenad3286 2 жыл бұрын

So, what does the immobiliser do when it has recognised the correct key? Does it apply a certain voltage to one of those pins in the connector? If so, would it be possible to apply that voltage to the engine-side of that connector in order to bypass the immobiliser?

@jaysonsuero2570 2 жыл бұрын

I did this by using a test light and putting it on the blue orange wire in the immobilizer harness, it worked and turned on for a day or 2 but now the same method does not start the car

@markvermeulen1372 Жыл бұрын

@@jaysonsuero2570 I don’t think it “worked”. Your explanation and mock approach was unidentifiable. Incoherent in a laboratory approach.

@jaysonsuero2570 Жыл бұрын

@@markvermeulen1372 Sorry to hear that, when i used a test light connected to a ground and touched the blue/ orange wire in the harness, the immobilizer key flashed on and allowed me to turn on the car by turning the key, It ultimately didn’t work because i ended up frying a fuse from having to start my car in that manner

@glh541 Жыл бұрын

Very excellent video. My issue is the immobilizer light on my 99 Honda Accord continues to blink and the engine cranks but will not start. I've only checked for bad fuses so far.

@realredlady32 11 ай бұрын

What was it

@realredlady32 11 ай бұрын

How you get it fixed

@nilsern 3 ай бұрын

I have the same problem, did you fix it?

@GamerFreak1117 Ай бұрын

Did you ever fix? I have the same issue.

@pvosoccer1585 2 жыл бұрын

I could not believe how Unknowledgeable the dealership repair shop people were; they were clueless and probed the wrong direction, and searched for crazy solution and were not suspected of the immobilizer as the problem, but milked the client thousand of dollars, while failed to achieve any success. After spending over 10 hours figuring out and still failed to produce any success, we finally decided to not to trust these "crazy people" anymore by not letting them continued to be "crazy", and not to let them have a continued opportunity to proceed on this car. We heard that they proposed to replace some wiring harnesses in order to get back to "original" due to "tampering" into the brake power line, as by we had tapped into the brake power for an LED light connection (for aftermarket LED "affect" product.) So, we towed the car home, thinking and doing research for possible solutions and to take further steps for seeking a workable solution.

@markvermeulen1372 Жыл бұрын

But you still had no clue?

@user-2uf2kr2c 4 ай бұрын

Hi, i think at 11.27 when you tested contuinity the OL reading in the display should have changed. Regards

@shanwilarighy202 2 жыл бұрын

What if I can't get my key in the ignition at all it's completely locked me out I can't even fit the tip of the key in there

@imagingteam Жыл бұрын

If you get a replacement used immobilizer, will that work? Need reprogramming from autolocksmith or does the ECU itself needs to be accessed?

@markvermeulen1372 Жыл бұрын

A Toyota immobilizer must be paired with the ECU or ECM. That being the main computer. You might find an approach here at KZfaq-less. You might find 100 videos but never for your model. Enjoy the random searches. Type crafty variants in your search titles. Never stop searching. Have mucho anxiety. Sleep no more. It’s you & the tube.

@lauris4887 Жыл бұрын

Can anti theft system can be triggered by trying to remove radio without tools, now my car wont keep running for more than half second. How do i fix that?

@STRUMMERBOY1975 2 жыл бұрын

Hi ! Gr8 Video....Ok my problem is... I cannot start my truck ever since i put in 2 new batteries(plow truck) no dash lights no ding ding sound when i turn key.. nothing... and anti theft light is flashing rapidly... So i got only one code.. pulled a code that reads B1681 Passive Anti Theft System (PATS) Tranceiver Module Signal is not Received..... Ok so is that the ring surround the ignition switch? And I opened up and noticed that someone coiled a wire loop around it.... so is that to recreate a resistance to pair up with the chip in the key? Any help in what I need to do to start my truck would be greatly appreciated !! :)

@markvermeulen1372 Жыл бұрын

I guess the snow built up all winter. Darn immobilizer would not release it’s grip.

@abdulganiyuhamza7810 Жыл бұрын

The first test you did you don't show up your multimeter were did you put it in ohms or what pls feed me back

@r3act2this6 2 жыл бұрын

Hey I installed a new key ignition on a 2012 Honda Fit and the car won’t turn over is it the immobilizer? It’s a whole new key and all

@wesgillin472 2 жыл бұрын

You'll need to get it programmed by a dealership or a local locksmith.

@jordonwattenbarger Жыл бұрын

I broke a transponder u def the dash of my truck how do I marry a new one to my system

@kawaryamuzamiru1687 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so mach my brother your the one

@onyx8231 Жыл бұрын

"My car won't start because it thinks I'm trying to steal it." Insurance company: 🤷‍♂ Honda: 🤷‍♂ Any mechanic:🤷‍♂ Scrap yard: "We'll take it!

@markvermeulen1372 Жыл бұрын

What was the outcome?

@everardocamacho5063 4 жыл бұрын

Great video my friend, one question? There is no need to check the connector on the immobilizer when everything in ok on the other connector? Please let me know, un saludo desde Ontario California, and take care you and your love ones.

@wrmartinez 2 жыл бұрын

Hey were neighbors I'm in pomona

@everardocamacho5063 2 жыл бұрын

@@wrmartinez really,send me you location of you shop, thank you

@Bill-wz6tw 5 ай бұрын

On older PATS system Fords the immobilizer transponder key ring on the ignition lock cylinder is nothing but an antenna and it can be replaced without any need to reprogram anything

@antonionolasco1658 15 күн бұрын

So would this be the reason why my car doesn’t let me program new key chips nor key fob buttons nor receive signal from already programmed key fob buttons?

@jeffkeryk3550 3 жыл бұрын

Can the immobilizer be intermintent? My friend's 98 Accord LX dies and then can be restarted after a few minutes. She tells me the green key idiot light comes on, but not the other dash lights. Then the dash lights come on. Maybe the switch? I replaced the distributer, thinking it was the module. Thanks in advance!

@seebee216 2 жыл бұрын

Why test what should NOT be there in the first place? Is fraudulent "anti-theft" justification valid? I think not. Millions of "immobilised" victims paid dearly for "repairs'. LUCRATIVE AY?

@rmw9242 3 жыл бұрын

When you replace this, what is the next step? Does it need to be programmed to the ECU?

@rmw9242 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Naomi!

@dfields9511 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent. Do you have any vids on a parasitic power drain, how to identify what circuit it might be ?

@CarsNToys 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Eric the Car Guy has an older video which is excellent. However, there's a tool that makes finding battery draws incredibly easy. Check out The Car Wizard's channel. I forget which specific video it is (maybe the Ferrari 550). He has the tool on his Amazon page. I don't want to take credit for it. Cheers.

@kickashin8607 Жыл бұрын

was hoping by the diescription you show how to program the unit.

@zakariababa7578 Жыл бұрын

What is the kos of mobilelzer. ?

@johnmoyles9149 2 жыл бұрын

Putting ground to power would that not cause a short to ground

@georgesmith8988 3 жыл бұрын

Probing around like that, and you may actual blow a fuse!

@frankjhall1 3 жыл бұрын

ya. you cant jab around like that. hes proceeding like its all 12v wiring. back probe if you got to hang a lead.

@syfrax 3 ай бұрын

What’s the typical cost for replacing and programming?

@zacharyevans5016 3 жыл бұрын

love the video, but the fall jacket + shorts combo was a bold strategy haha

@crystalturner152 3 ай бұрын

Had my 2013 Accord towed to the dealership. They said it needed an immobilizer. They put it on, but said they cant get it to connect to ecm. They called back and said we need a new wiring harness at 4,000, but they don't know how to put one in. Wth

@6ig.5moke-68 17 күн бұрын

Buy the immobilizer bypass module watch yourself save money.

@daviddial2636 Жыл бұрын

Can I bypass the immobilizer

@ericl3628 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot for the great video! If the green key light is on sometimes so the car won't start and then if I try again, it doesn't appear, do you think the immobolizer needs to be reprogrammed? In which case I could remove it and bring it to a locksmith or the dealership :S Thanks!!!

@2thebestsport839 3 жыл бұрын

I have the same issue. First try the key light doesn't appear on the dash, only until it decides to appear car will start. Wth!? Crazy, I guess I'll try swapping the immobilizer.

@chriskean9342 2 жыл бұрын

What if my fob is broken

@TRICKYBYRD 2 жыл бұрын

Man you'd make a kick ass teacher

@CarsNToys 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I appreciate the feedback.

@myra3716 Жыл бұрын

But don't u already know you have power by turning ur key and seeing all the dash. Lights.and accessories work?

@samuelduval1822 2 жыл бұрын

Automotive locksmiths can program a new immo and come to your vehicle

@jayjoleee7099 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this, mechanics trying to say they couldn’t!

@sajjadali7503 2 жыл бұрын

Good jop

@georgesmith8988 3 жыл бұрын

The first test he made proved the ignition key light bulb and fuse was ok, but this was already proved ok when the ignition was first turned on ?

@markvermeulen1372 Жыл бұрын

Hey hey hey. what are you trying to suggest? that this video was a trickster?

@markvermeulen1372 Жыл бұрын

What does a light in the instrument have to do with the immobilizer? Is this a trickster video? What is an immobilizer? Is it not associated with the anti-theft system? If the anti-theft system works with preventing the vehicle from starting. Is that not a test?

@ciusesnal4335 4 жыл бұрын

I think if the immo isn’t good, I will find a immobilizer code in the scanner

@princeypoo_ 10 ай бұрын

Bro just use two screwdrivers as a pry tool

@WestsidestoryNZ 5 ай бұрын

😊

@eggmanfryer 2 жыл бұрын

Not to be the guy that has to state the obvious (Captain Obvious), but I recommend checking the fuses BEFORE removing all that trim. LOL

@spelunkerd 3 жыл бұрын

Gee, it's not very wise to poke around, front probing wires with a jumper straight to ground, randomly looking for the right one. If you short circuit a power wire to ground, and you're lucky, you'll blow a fuse, perhaps not even realizing it, confusing the diagnosis. If you're unlucky, you could fry microelectronics, creating a huge extra expense and diagnostic confusion down the road. Techs with experience go to wiring diagrams, and if they ever have to probe randomly, they backprobe (to avoid damaging connectors) with a test light or multimeter that adds resistance to limit maximum current. Nobody wants to be that guy who messed up his car because friendly advice made it sound too easy.

@davidizgozzy9309 2 жыл бұрын

Guy? Pay attention... he's using a multimeter.?

@paulpaltie1475 2 жыл бұрын

@@davidizgozzy9309 you not paying attention do you see him use a key 🗝️

@garyreyes8211 4 ай бұрын

There's some wasted I'll never get back

@ghost1225081 2 жыл бұрын

Thats a dangerous game probing all those pins you can cause a short to ground and blow fuses. Consult a wiring diagram for your car people. Misleading info

@jarrodhamilton5654 Жыл бұрын

Uhhh that's why there's fuses🤣 so it's not dangerous

@kevinaustin2921 Жыл бұрын

🙏🙏🙏 to to

@topnotchbreezyfosheezy4559 Жыл бұрын

Touche

@topnotchbreezyfosheezy4559 Жыл бұрын

Touche

@Akx2515 Жыл бұрын

The fuse is a barrier..

@chriskean9342 2 жыл бұрын

Or has no battery

@RomboutVersluijs 2 жыл бұрын

Thats weird, his fuse scheme told us its a backup or spare fuse?!?!

@russellwarner9769 2 жыл бұрын

not a good idea to do this, you can blow the SKIM unit or your ecu by grounding out any pin

@Behemoth66 Жыл бұрын

Can’t you just remove the immobilizer to avoid issues and be done with it? Lol

@tbonepumper5623 Жыл бұрын

I have a 04 pilot intermittently the green key light doesn't come on vehicle won't start also it will randomly die when driving if I smack the steering column just right it will come back on had it to the dealer they can't figure it out if anyone could help that would be great thank you.

@MrFlatroofer 3 жыл бұрын

American again !!!!

@seebee216 2 жыл бұрын

Why test what should NOT be there in the first place? Is fraudulent "anti-theft" justification valid? I think not. Millions of "immobilised" victims paid dearly for "repairs'. LUCRATIVE AY?

@autotechtogo6290 Жыл бұрын

I hope people are not actually sticking a paperclip in that fragile female connector. You will ruin their terminals by telling them this.

@samdavis7025 Жыл бұрын

call a locksmith or a mechanic..looks tough

@garyconner1789 3 жыл бұрын

Why would I waste money on those tools for taking my dash apart? I have flat head screwdrivers, butter knives, sticks, and a BRAIN!

@prospexican 8 ай бұрын

video most likely for begginers

@hobofoshitsho8999 Жыл бұрын

If the fuse is blown, it's at least one of your problems. It's very possible that the blown fuse is just a symptom of the main issue. You will know if the new fuse blows again. Usually it will be immediately or immediately after starting the engine. You're welcome.