HOW TO DETERMINE THE DAMAGED ENGINE IMMOBILIZER IN BMW?
Engine immobilizer is a security device in a BMW that prevents it from moving.
It is an anti-theft device that prevents thieves from being able to hotwire the car.
To start the BMW, the digital token gets sent from the key to the immobilizer.
If the wrong token is sent or no token is used, then the immobilizer will disable the:
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Below points define the signs of damaged engine immobilizer in BMW.
Alarm system is associated with the same security feature as the immobilizer.
NON-FUNCTIONAL ALARM
If the immobilizer is damaged, you likely notice that the alarm is non-functional.
If the key is functioning with a problematic immobilizer, then check the wiring.
BROKEN WIRING
When the wiring is broken, you will notice that the immobilizer is not working.
Key fob will unable to transmit properly without a function key and immobilizer.
UNABLE TO UNLOCK THE DOOR
When the key fob does not interact with the immobilizer system, the car doors doesn't unlock.
If the security token is not given, the immobilizer will prevent the engine from starting.
ENGINE UNABLE TO START
Sometimes, you able to lock and unlock the car, but the engine still won't start.
If you are unable to unlock the door with a key fob, then you unable to lock it with a keyfob.
UNABLE TO LOCK THE DOOR
As a result, the doors are unlocked automatically after a certain period.
So, whenever you will notice immobilizer issues in BMW fix it as soon as possible.
CONCLUSION
Contact a reputed BMW mechanic for diagnosing the issues and replace them if necessary.
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