OBD Guide

B0402

Immobilizer Key Collation NG

Severity
🚨 Critical
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • The car won't start
  • The immobilizer indicator is flashing
  • Engine stalls after starting

Causes

  • Faulty key or its chip
  • Damage to the immobilizer antenna
  • Problems with the immobilizer control unit
  • Wiring harness damage
  • Software glitches

How to Fix

  1. Check the key for functionality (use a spare one)
  2. Diagnose the immobilizer antenna
  3. Check the immobilizer control unit
  4. Inspect the wiring harness for damage
  5. If necessary, reprogram the system

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