General Check Before Troubleshooting
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Acura MDX, 2012 Acura MDX, 2011 Acura MDX, and 2010 Acura MDX. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Before troubleshooting the immobilizer system, check the following items and correct any applicable problems:
- The battery is low; charge the battery fully, then troubleshoot the immobilizer system.
- The ignition key is not a genuine Acura part; use an Acura-approved key blank, register the key, then troubleshoot the immobilizer system.
- If a key ring or a key case is used, remove the key from it, and troubleshoot the immobilizer system with the key only.
- An aftermarket electrical part is installed; remove it, then troubleshoot the immobilizer system.