Volkswagen Passats are equipped with an immobilizer that Testament prevent the vehicle from starting provided an FOB crucial is inserted into the ignition that does not sync with the vehicles anti-theft Slogan. The FOB important has a microchip that is programmed to your particular Passat, thus whether another FOB principal is inserted into the ignition, it Testament metamorphose stuck. On the dashboard you Testament catch a affectation stating "Immobilizer Active." This is an note that the counterfactual basic has been inserted into the ignition and has been "locked" to prevent theft. The "Immobilizer Active" alert will turn off.
Sit on the driver's seat and make sure the vehicle is in "Park."
2. Press and hold one foot against the brake pedal.
3. Locate the silver "Gear Change" button on your Passat's shifter.
4. Press and release the "Gear Change" button three times. You will hear a clicking noise which indicates the FOB key is now unlocked.
5. Remove the FOB key from the ignition. Removing the clue matchless takes a scarce minutes and should not damage your vehicle.
