The immobilizer, or “IMMO,” is a security feature that allows a vehicle’s engine to start only when the correct key is used. However, if your engine starts but then shuts off after a few seconds, it may indicate a faulty immobilizer. In such cases, an immobilizer delete service becomes necessary to reprogram the engine control unit (ECU) and bypass the faulty immobilizer.

This issue commonly occurs when the immobilizer fails to recognize a key fob or when a cloned or reprogrammed key fob does not work with your vehicle. While this can happen to VW vehicles, it can also affect other vehicle brands. The VW group includes Volkswagen, Audi, Bentley, Cupra, Lamborghini, Porsche, SEAT, and Škoda vehicles. If you drive any of these vehicles and the immobilizer is unresponsive to your key, an immobilizer delete will solve this.

If you need to disable the immobilizer in your vehicle, it allows you to use a used replacement ECU instead of having to replace the typically expensive original part.

If you’re in London and looking for an ECU immobilizer delete service, Tuning Lab London is the place to go. We offer IMMO delete services for VW vehicles and ECU delete services for other vehicle brands as well. Whether you’ve lost your car key or need to replace your key fob for any other reason, a delete service might be necessary.

Another situation where a delete service is needed is when your original ECU becomes faulty or stops working. In such cases, you may have to replace it with a used ECU that cannot be cloned. Additionally, if you have transplanted a different engine into your vehicle, a delete service can make it compatible with your key fob.

It’s important to note that an ECU immobilizer delete service is typically considered a last resort. At Tuning Lab London, our skilled technicians will first attempt cloning and key programming to resolve the issue. However, if customers find these services to be too expensive, they may opt for an immobilizer delete service instead. It’s essential to keep in mind that a delete service will program the ECU to a no security state.

This service may also be necessary when installing used parts. Furthermore, if you have a vehicle specifically used for racing, there is a higher likelihood of needing a delete service.