Security and immobilizer light
A slow blink with the car locked is normal: the alarm is armed. If it stays on or flashes fast when you try to start, the car did not recognize the key.
OK to drive Color: Red
Is it safe to drive?
Yes, it is a reminder or shows that a system is on. Follow the steps if the light does not go out.
Also called: Car with a key or lock.
What to do
- Try the spare key.
- Replace the key fob battery.
- If the car still will not start, the immobilizer needs a dealer or locksmith with the right tools.
Symbols and their meaning can differ a little by make and model. Your owner's manual is the final word for your car.
Trouble codes often stored with this light
A scanner can read these codes. Each one points to a different cause:
Questions about the security and immobilizer light
What does the security and immobilizer light mean?
A slow blink with the car locked is normal: the alarm is armed. If it stays on or flashes fast when you try to start, the car did not recognize the key.
Is it safe to drive with the security and immobilizer light on?
Yes, it is a reminder or shows that a system is on. Follow the steps if the light does not go out.
Does the security and immobilizer light look the same in every car?
Most makers use a similar symbol, but the drawing and the color can differ a little. Your owner's manual shows the exact symbol for your car.