Ford Focus immobiliser

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Mon 8 Aug 2005 21:37
Ford Focus immobiliser - claire
Twice after long journeys in hot weather the car has failed to start (electrics working but no turn over),last time I left it and the next day it started no problem. Is it something to do with the heat or is this coincidental?
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Mon 8 Aug 2005 21:45
Ford Focus immobiliser - Adam {P}
Are you sure it's the immobiliser? Is the clock light flashing rapidly?
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Mon 8 Aug 2005 22:01
Ford Focus immobiliser - claire
Happy happy joy joy! went out to check what the light was doing (it was flashing normally every 2 seconds) and the car started! But I'd be interested to know if anyone has had experience of this, especially relating to overheating.
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Mon 8 Aug 2005 22:14
Ford Focus immobiliser - Adam {P}
Not with overheating. Next time it won't start, look at the light. If it flashes quickly (more than every 2 seconds) If it is, you have an immobiliser problem (which I doubt if it's a temperature problem). If it doesn't you need to look elsewhere.

Don't worry though - someone will be along soon to help.
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