OBD Guide

B3935

Transponder Authentication

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$33–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Engine won't start
  • The immobilizer indicator is flashing
  • The car does not respond to the key

Causes

  • Damaged key with transponder
  • Immobilizer antenna malfunction
  • Problems with the immobilizer control unit
  • Software failure
  • Unauthorized key

How to Fix

  1. Check the key for damage
  2. Diagnose the immobilizer antenna
  3. Read errors in the immobilizer control unit
  4. Reprogram or replace the key
  5. If necessary, replace the control unit

Related codes

Error B3935 by Vehicle Brand