Is there a problem with my Honda immobilizer?
So i took it to a Honda dealer. $268 later for ‘diagnostics’, and they couldn’t find the problem and gave the car back to me unfixed.
What kind of car is a 04 Honda Pilot?
I have an 04 Honda Pilot with 170k miles…I believe it’s the EXL model. Leather, dvd, 3 row seats, etc.. About 6 months ago, the car would crank but no start.
How does the immobilizer system protect your car?
The Immobilizer System protects your vehicle from theft. If an improperly-coded key (or other device) is used, the engine’s fuel system is disabled. The system may not recognize your key’s coding if another immobilizer key or other metal object (i.e. key fob) is near the ignition switch when you insert the key.
When does the immobilizer system indicator go out?
When you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, the immobilizer system indicator should come on for a few seconds, then go out. If the indicator starts to blink, it means the system does not recognize the coding of the key.
How does the immobilizer system work on a Honda?
Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position, remove the key, reinsert it, and turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position again. The Immobilizer System protects your vehicle from theft. If an improperly-coded key (or other device) is used, the engine’s fuel system is disabled.
When you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, the immobilizer system indicator should come on for a few seconds, then go out. If the indicator starts to blink, it means the system does not recognize the coding of the key.
What to do if you lose your immobilizer key?
Immobilizer System If the system repeatedly does not recognize the coding of your key, contact your dealer. Do not attempt to alter this system or add other devices to it. Electrical problems could result that may make your vehicle undriveable. If you have lost your key and cannot start your engine, contact your dealer.
I have an 04 Honda Pilot with 170k miles…I believe it’s the EXL model. Leather, dvd, 3 row seats, etc.. About 6 months ago, the car would crank but no start.