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Question

What causes automotive immobilizer transponder "signal weakness"?

Answer

Chip aging and key fob housing interference.

Explain

Weak signals cause intermittent immobilizer faults. CHEPQ recommends replacing transponder chips every 3-5 years and using non-metallic key fob housings—strengthening signals and ensuring reliable key recognition.

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