OBD Guide

B3033

Security System Indicates Tamper

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$56–222 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Inability to start the engine
  • Alarm indicator flashing
  • Alarm going off for no reason
  • Key fob functions do not work

Causes

  • Security module malfunction
  • Damage to the security system wiring harness
  • Faulty key fob
  • Low key fob battery
  • Security software glitch
  • Attempted hacking or tampering

How to Fix

  1. Check the key fob battery and replace if necessary
  2. Carry out diagnostics of the security module
  3. Check the integrity of the security system wiring harness
  4. Programmatically reboot the security system
  5. Replace the safety module if necessary
  6. Adapt new keys/fobs

Related codes

Error B3033 by Vehicle Brand