Users' questions

How do I disable Commodore Immobiliser?

How do I disable Commodore Immobiliser?

open passenger side door and on the chassis bit is a little switch thingo for the immobiliser so you can turn it on/off.

Why do I have to wiggle my key to start car?

In your car, the ignition switch is the method by which you start your vehicle. Turning the key in the ignition switch closes the circuit allowing current to flow through the ignition system. When the switch does not turn unless you wiggle the key, then there is excessive wear inside the switch.

What is wrong when you turn the key and nothing happens?

If nothing happens when you turn the ignition key to the “Start” position, it means that the starter motor doesn’t turn over the engine. Most commonly this could be caused by a dead battery; read above How to check the battery. The starter solenoid control wire could have a bad connection.

Can a bad key cause car not to start?

If you recently got a new key and it wasn’t correctly programmed, your vehicle will not start. If the chip inside your key got damaged in any way, your vehicle may not be able to read the information on the key, resulting in a failure to start.

How do you bypass a car immobilizer?

You can bypass the immobilizer by placing the key in keyhole hence deactivating the car’s immobilizer to remote start. The added security with Mobokey allows the security to be activated as soon as the phone moves away from the car, so you don’t have to worry about car security.

How do you unlock a car Immobiliser?

Turn the key to unlock your car door, but don’t release it. Hold the key in this position for 20 to 30 seconds. This lets the system know you have the correct key, and it can allow you to bypass the alarm system. Some vehicles recognize the key simply by turning the key back and forth in the door lock key cylinder.

What does it mean when your key won’t come out the ignition?

One of the most likely culprits for a stuck ignition key is the steering wheel locking mechanism. When a vehicle is parked, the steering wheel can lock. In some cases, the ignition or vehicle isn’t the problem. It can be a worn or damaged key that has lodged itself in the ignition switch.

How do you tell if it’s your starter or ignition switch?

Test the Starter It is under the hood, usually on the passenger side at the bottom of the motor next to the transmission. The ignition switch is a set of electrical contacts that activates the starter and usually is located on the steering column.

Why won’t my car start but I have power?

If starting is a problem for you regularly, this is a clear sign that your battery terminals are corroded, damaged, broken, or loose. If they look okay and there is no sign of damage, then the problem is not the battery, and the starter could be the cause of why the car won’t turn over but has power.

Why would my car suddenly not start?

Dead Battery – A dead battery is the most common reason your car won’t start. Because the battery controls your headlights and dashboard, if they turn on, but your engine won’t start, a bad ignition switch is the likely culprit.

How do I get my car out of anti theft mode?

Step 1: Insert the key into the door lock. Use the side door on the driver’s side and the physical key even if there is a keyless entry system on the car. Step 2: Turn the vehicle key to unlock the car door without releasing it. Hold the key for 30 seconds in the position.