OBD Guide

P1615

Difference of Key

Severity
🔴 High
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 starts and immediately stalls
  • Fault message on the dashboard

Causes

  • Using the wrong key
  • Immobilizer malfunction
  • Problems with the chip in the key
  • Immobilizer antenna malfunction
  • Key programming error

How to Fix

  1. Try using a different registered key
  2. Check the condition of the battery in the key fob
  3. Immobilizer diagnostics by a specialist
  4. Reprogramming keys at an authorized dealer

Related codes

Error P1615 by Vehicle Brand