My car wont turn on ,I pulled the codes and it game me p1610,p1612. my security light is lit up solid red . I was told the the Immobilizer Module went bad my question to you guys is how many of you guys have replaced this module? btw nissan has it in stock $110 plus $65 (locksmith) to get my keys program

 

I would try the locksmith first. He should be able to tell if you need a new immobilizer.

 

Same here. mine went out Last night. Fcken scam if you ask me.

 

bought mines today and the install was cake . Im getting the keys programed tomorrow. I asked a nissan tech if its a common thing on the maxes and he said that he does at least 5 a month.

 

Funny, i went to the dealer and asked them the same thing. They said it "rarely" happens. I gave them **** for playing me like an idiot.

cost me 55$ and 5 minutes for them to unlock the car. Didnt even program anything.

lets just say i wrote a angry email to nissan usa.

 

Im so pissed ,today I was driving the max and the check engine turned on again. I got home and check the codes (with out turning off the car) and there u go again the famous p1610,p1612. I deleted them then I turn off and on the car with no problems I dont wanna have to carry the obdII every time this code pops up. Any one else ever had this problem?

 

Mega bump...mine acted up on me this morning. Made me miss HellaFlush . Ill pull the codes and see what happens. So far tried ecu unlock...nada.

I should mention that I washed the car this morning and had the key in my pocket. It did partially get wet. But it still started up and I was able to get home. Took a shower and as I was leaving for HellaFlush, car idled for two secs and cut off. Thought it was my IACV giving me a cold start at first. Turned it over again and gave it gas but cutoff right after. So, after trying again, turns but doesnt catch. Immediately thought immobilizer and yes, security is solid red.

Ive seen mixed psts....some say a locksmith can fix while some say at the stealership only....any thoughts?

 

I'm getting these same two codes but no red security light. Car turns but wont catch. When using the OBDII it also wont let me erase the p1610 code. But it will erase the p1612. Which then comes back on after trying to start it up a few times. Is this a key reprogramming issue only??

 

Got two keys made 5-22. Its 6-12 and Im immobilized again!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! **** a 99!!! Avoid it if youre thinking of buying an A32. This goes for Maxes and I30s alike.

 

According to the fsm, code P1610 is
LOCK MODE
NATS MALFUNCTION
P1610
When the starting operation is carried out five or more
times consecutively under the following conditions,
NVIS (NATS) will shift the mode to one which prevents
the engine from being started.
*Unregistered ignition key is used.
*IMMU or ECM’s malfunctioning.

The solution to it is to try what the fsm says,

ESCAPE FROM LOCK MODE
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Turn ignition switch ON with registered key. (Do not start engine.) Wait 5 seconds.
3. Return the key to OFF position.
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 twice (total of three cycles).
5. Start the engine.

 

when i had this issue, i had my car towed to nissan to have a immobilizer module installed. Its one of the dumbest things to go wrong and its not cheap to replace because they charge for part, installation and reprogramming! Im still pissed about it!

 

I got mine reprogrammed for free since it was under warranty. He did notice a few error codes so he cleared em. He failed to do it 3weeks ago when he did it the first time. Hoping this solves it.

 

Has anybody tried the procedure that I posted directly from the fsm?

 

Plenty of times. Even when it gave out the first time.

 

After the procedure was done, were you able to start the car at least?

 

No still immobilized.

 

Im working a 5th gen and same thing P1610 p1612. Im disgusted to see Nissan has gone to straight ****!!! Maxima, Altimas, Quests 3.5 automatic have bad transmissions from 2002 to I don't know what year, I want to say from 02-05 or 06. OOH and by the way the valve bodies are $1000.00 that does not include the clutches, seals, steels, torque converter nor the oil for it!!!!! Then the 4 cylinder Altima engines from 2002-2006 are a POS. The vehicle misfires and has no signs of a blown headgasket and it is a blown gasket. Also that wireless throttle another POS invention. We now have china building every electronic components and I don't want to say they are the cause of the electronic failure but geez what has happened???? The Maxima was a beast from 99 and below. Im not up to date with the newer generations but I hope they have improved. One more thing I forgot to mention the 350Zs and G35s had bad trannies too. Manual transmission issues. The tranny made a weird noise and they were swapping them out like hotcakes at the dealership. Manual transmissions are all made out of steel gears inside right? Well they had a bad design flaw as well. Don't know if that has been repaired!! Also the 3.5 engines unlike the 3.0 VQs the chain tensioners give damaging the engine!! I have not seen many of these repairs but they do.

 

I Fully Agree with Every Statement Here!!! and 99under Maximas were the toughest!!! Altima 4cyls i have seen how ****y they are!!!!


i hope my immobiliser don't give me any problems but i miss my 4th gen! 5th gen is a big step down been notthin but problems n is slow gas chuggin overheating car!!! better off in a Ford Focus!


N this is a old thread u brought to life!! but glad u did cause never knew of one these goin bad now makes me nervous!

 

Sounds like you need a better maintenance schedule. My car is past 200k with no issues.

 

Why are you Maxima haters even showing up on here?

 

I love all Maximas!! owned three but this 5th gen i guess has been neglicted. and been notthin but issues for me. wayyy more then any my older maximas with higher miles.



No Hating here! jus not impressed wither some of Nissans Newer Products.