Is My Car Immobilised?

You can rest assured that your car has a factory-fitted immobiliser if it was manufactured after October 1998. However, if your car was made before that date and you want to check if it has an immobiliser, the easiest way to check is to contact your car's manufacturer or consult your owner's manual.

How do you know if your car is in anti-theft mode?

If the security or anti-theft light is flashing when you attempt to start your car, and the engine does not crank or does not start, you have an anti-theft problem. The system may not be recognizing your key or keyless entry signal, or there may be a fault in the anti-theft module, keyless entry system or wiring.

What does it mean when your car is immobilized?

Vehicle Immobilization is defined as the impounding, incapacitating, or immobilizing of any vehicle without the permission of the owner. Devices used to immobilize a motor vehicle include: Wheel clamps. Car boots. Any object or mechanism attached to the vehicle that does not allow movement.