Fix Cost
$100 - $500
Parts & Labor
Difficulty
3/5
Moderate
1-2 hours
DIY Possible?
❌ No
Pro recommended
Category
Body
System
📖 What Does B0150 Mean?
The Immobilizer System has detected a malfunction, preventing the engine from starting or running. This code is usually triggered by a faulty immobilizer sensor, wiring issue, or incorrect key programming.
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Symptoms
- • Engine won't start
- • intermittent starting issues
- • or the check engine light is illuminated.
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Common Causes
- • Faulty immobilizer sensor
- • wiring damage
- • incorrect key programming
- • or a malfunctioning immobilizer module.
Fix Guide
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Possible Solutions
1. Check the immobilizer sensor for damage or corrosion and replace if necessary. 2. Inspect the wiring harness for damage and repair or replace as needed. 3. Check the key programming and reprogram if necessary. 4. Replace the immobilizer module if faulty.
Required Parts
Tools
multimeter
wire tester
key programmer
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Need a Pro?
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Quick Stats
Severity
High
DIY Friendly
No
Est. Time
1-2 hours
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Related Diagnostic Codes
Other codes that may appear with B0150
B0100
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B0100: Seat Position Sensor Malfunction
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B0101
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B0101: Body System Code B0101 - Lighting
Medium
B0102
Same System
B0102: Immobilizer System Malfunction
Medium
B0103
Same System
B0103: Audio System Malfunction
Medium
B0104
Same System
B0104: Airbag System Malfunction
High
B0105
Same System
B0105: Climate Control Blower Motor Fault
Medium
💡 Why These Codes Are Related:
- • Similar Issues: Same root cause or component failure
- • Related Problems: Often occur together due to system interactions
- • Sequential Codes: Progressive failure stages or multiple sensors
- • Same System: Components within the same automotive system