[NoIdeaAboutCars]

Hi from Australia
I changed the fob on my key for my 130 SLW 2.0L Wagon Petrol (Auto) and now the car won't start.  The fob works to lock and unlock the car (Hooray  )
I spoke to the dealer and they said the "non-genuine" casing that I used will have deactivated the transponder - I have to get the car towed there for them to fix it.
I called RACV (Roadside assist) and they tested the battery, which was fine, and said the engine is immobolised. The car turns over but does not start.
I contacted an auto locksmith and ran some tests - sent the video - and he said he had a similar experience with another client whose car was showing good battery. They replaced the battery anyway and then the car started.

So what is a guy called "NoIdeaAboutCars" supposed to do? Is it the transponder, the battery or maybe the Russians have hacked my car??
Any further advice would be greatly appreciated.

[Shambles]

Hi

Hopefully you also transplanted the immobiliser sensor from within the original keyfob? It's a small chip encased in resin in a corner of the casement.


This, recently from a FaceBook post

[NoIdeaAboutCars]

I most certainly did! I followed the instructions to a tee

[The Gonz]

If you're still struggling with this, try getting the chip out and getting it as close to the lock barrel as you can while trying the key. It could be a matter of sensitivity.