Peugeot 406 (1999 - 2004) - 2001 Rapier - Engine Immobiliser Fault

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Wed 28 Nov 2007 18:14
2001 Rapier - Engine Immobiliser Fault - workolio
Hi there,I was jump starting my girlfriend's car the other day and it seems I managed to disconnect my battery in the process. Now when I try to start the car I get 'engine immobiliser fault' flashing up on the display and although the car turns over it will not start. The remote key no longer works and I have to lock/unlock the car by physically putting the key in the door. Have tried changing the battery in the fob and also disconnecting the car battery for a couple of hours - neither of these having any effect. All the electrics still seem to be working fine.Another thing I need to mention is that I bought the car off ebay a few month's back and despite being promised them, I don't have any keycodes, manual, service history, etc.Is there anything I can do to clear this or do I need to take the car into a Peugeot Dealer? Many thanks.Regards,Paul

Edited by Dynamic Dave on 28/11/2007 at 18:49

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Wed 28 Nov 2007 18:30
Engine Immobiliser Fault - 2001 Rapier - Screwloose
workolio

I've got a nasty feeling that you've got the first generation of the Built-in Systems Interface boxes on a D9 406 of that year.

It looks as though it has corrupted it's own software and forgotten it's key transponder codes because it wasn't re-booted correctly after battery disconnection.

It's worth having a go at re-synching the central locking fob and seeing if that jogs it's memory.

Ign off; press and hold the big button until the LED goes out. [Both buttons if you've got double-locks.]
Release button[s]; LED should stay on.
Press button[s] twice.
Ignition on.
Ignition off.
Wait 5 seconds and try locking the car with the fob.

Re-programming the keys to the BSI needs the security pass card that you don't have; so you'll have to get it trailered to the dealer; or buy a new pass from them [a lot of ID needed] and call in a specialist auto-locksmith.

If the BSI is corrupt; then you'll definitely need the dealer to fit a new one - ouch!
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