How do I know if my car has an immobilizer?

How do I know if my car has an immobilizer?

Pretty simple, wrap the key in alluminum foil insert it into the ignition and try to start the vehicle. If the vehicle starts then your vehicle does not have an immobilizer.

Does a 2007 Hyundai Key have a chip?

This key contains an embedded micro-chip called a transponder. Each transponder has its own unique code–it’s the key’s ‘fingerprint’. If the car’s receiver recognizes the code, it will allow the car to start.

Do Hyundai Sonata keys have chips?

No programming needed: Hyundai non-transponder keys are metal keys that have no chip in them, so no programming is needed.

Do all cars have an immobilizer?

Do all cars have immobilisers? Car immobilisers have been compulsory on all cars made since 1998. If an immobiliser was fitted after this date and at the time of manufacture, it makes it a ‘factory-fitted immobiliser’. If you have purchased a brand new car since 1998, chances are you will have an immobiliser fitted.

What year did Hyundai start using transponder keys?

2007
Kia first used transponders with the ’04 Amanti, and Hyundai with the 2007 Azera.

Does 2009 Hyundai Sonata have transponder key?

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Can a Hyundai Sonata immobilizer system malfunction?

Immobilizer system malfunction could occur. Do not change, alter or adjust the immobilizer system because it could cause the immobilizer system to malfunction and should only be serviced by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

Can you change the immobilizer system on a Hyundai?

Do not change, alter or adjust the immobilizer system because it could cause the immobilizer system to malfunction and should only be serviced by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer. Malfunctions caused by improper alterations, adjustments or modifications to the immobilizer system are not covered by your vehicle manufacturer warranty.

How does the immobilizer system work on a car?

With the immobilizer system, whenever you insert your ignition key into the ignition switch and turn it to ON, it checks and determines and verifies if the ignition key is valid. If the key is determined to be valid, the engine will start. If the key is determined to be invalid, the engine will not start. To activate the immobilizer system:

What kind of audio system does Hyundai Sonata have?

Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control, Steering Wheel Controls, Voice Activation and Radio Data System Bose Premium Audio -inc: 12 speakers (1 center channel, 2 dash, 2 front tweeters, 4 door mounted, 2 rear mounted speakers plus 1 rear mounted subwoofer)