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Immobilizer, Vehicles Without a Access/Start Authorization Switch (Mechanical Ignition Switch)






Immobilizer, Vehicles without a Access/Start Authorization Switch (Mechanical Ignition Switch)

=> [ General Information ]

=> [ Faulty Transponder or Lost Key ]

=> [ Induction Coil, Replacing ]

=> [ Lock Set, Replacement Procedure ]

General Information

The immobilizer control module is integrated in the instrument cluster. The immobilizer control module is replaced together with the instrument cluster.

- If the control module is replaced, select the "Replace" function for the respective control module in "Guided Functions". Refer to the vehicle diagnosis, testing and information system VAS 5051.

Faulty Transponder or Lost Key

The transponder is integrated in the ignition key and cannot be replaced separately.

If the transponder is faulty, the entire ignition key must be replaced.

- Order a replacement key through the distributor or importer with the vehicle specific lock number using the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).

- Perform the adaptation on all ignition keys in "Guided Fault Finding". Refer to the vehicle diagnosis, testing and information system VAS 5051.

Induction Coil, Replacing

The induction coil is integrated in the lock cylinder and cannot be replaced separately.

If the induction coil is faulty, the entire lock cylinder must be replaced.

- Order a lock cylinder through the distributor or importer with the vehicle specific lock number using the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).

Lock Set, Replacement Procedure

Ignition keys can only be adapted in "Guided Fault Finding". Refer to the vehicle diagnosis, testing and information system VAS 5051.